At BGS, we are always looking for ways to deepen our commitment to educational excellence and the empowerment of our students. We are excited to extend our global network and become members of the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS).

The ICGS is the leading advocate for girls’ education worldwide, uniting over 500 schools across more than 20 countries in a shared mission to advance best practices in teaching girls. By joining this global community, we gain access to cutting-edge research, expert-led professional development, and a wealth of international collaboration opportunities, all focused on the unique ways girls learn, lead, and thrive. Just this week they have published fascinating research into the 10 advantages of girls only education, further strengthening our understanding of the clear benefits that single-sex education has for girls, both whilst they are in school and beyond.      

Through the ICGS network, our staff will engage with the latest findings in girls’ education research, ranging from strategies for building confidence in STEM subjects to fostering resilience, leadership, and a strong sense of self in young women. We will also be able to share our knowledge and expertise with our global partners, strengthening alliances with schools around the globe.  

One immediate impact of this membership is our increased access to resources that will directly inform classroom practice. Teachers will be able to draw on global case studies, attend specialised conferences, and participate in collaborative projects with other member schools. These opportunities will allow us to tailor our teaching even more precisely to how girls learn best, ensuring that our students benefit from educational strategies grounded in the latest international practices.

I am particularly excited by the possibilities our new network will be able to offer BGS girls.  By connecting with girls’ schools around the world, we can create new opportunities for cross-cultural dialogue, joint initiatives and leadership exchanges; experiences that will inspire our students to see themselves as part of a vibrant global community of changemakers.

Ultimately, this new chapter reinforces BGS’s unwavering commitment to ensuring every student flourishes, both within and beyond the classroom. We are thrilled to embark on this journey and excited to see the impact it will have on our community of learners.