Many independent schools across the country are opening up their arts spaces to the wider community. By Camilla Swift, The Spectator. References a number of ISC schools.

Marcus Armytage writes in The Telegraph discussing sporting talent at school and stating how perseverance and practice can enable young people to fulfill their potential. References Wellington College.

There is an article in The Spectator on the subject of school sport, reporting how good independent schools are at producing football talent. A number of ISC schools are mentioned.

The Financial Times reports on the cost of independent school fees, which have risen by 49% over the past decade. By Lucy Warwick-Ching, Financial Times. References the Independent Schools Council.

The Council of British International Schools (COBIS) has been told to stop processing Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks on behalf of its members. By Charlotte Santry, Tes. Quotes Colin Bell, COBIS chief executive officer.

The chief executive of the Arts Council has said primary aged children should not be overlooked when it comes to music education. By Helen Ward, Tes.

Are you involved in any partnerships which extend music education to more pupils in your community? If you'd like to write a blog about your experience, please email georgina.belcher@isc.co.uk.

David Elstone, head at Hymers College, outlines why his school is involved with the National Citizen Service scheme and details the benefits it provides to the local community.

An Ipsos Mori survey has revealed only 48% of pupils understand why the Government has introduced changes to the GCSE grading system. By Alix Robertson, Schools Week.

Fraser Nelson writes in The Spectator debating the dilemma he has, as a parent, in choosing a school for his child.

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