Transitions Care
A multi-award winning Transitions Care Programme
For more than 10 years, ISL has been proud to provide exceptional relocation and transition support to our school community. This commitment has been recognised by Ofsted, the IB Organisation, the Council of International Schools and through numerous awards.
Our transitions programme helps students, families, and staff feel part of the ISL community from the moment they join us and as they move through the school. This personalised support makes settling into a new life easier and smoother, and it has a proven positive impact on student success and wellbeing.
Everyone at ISL plays a role in making transitions successful — our school leadership, teachers, students and the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) all work together to create a welcoming environment. Key elements of the programme include Orientation Day, family meet and greet events, buddy systems and regular workshops on topics such as living in London, identity and culture, and preparing for future moves.
Transitions Care at ISL
Testimonials
Settling in and moving forward
Supporting families through every step of their journey
Relocating to a new country is a significant life change - emotionally, physically and mentally. At ISL, our dedicated Transitions Team works closely with students and their families to ensure the process is as smooth and welcoming as possible. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where every member of our school community feels valued and at home. ISL takes pride in playing an active, positive role in helping families settle in and thrive.
For practical advice and helpful ideas, please take a look at our Tips for Relocating Families resource below.
Orientation Day
Life in London - Parent Workshop
Student Arrivals Workshop
What our parents say about us
“What really made a difference were the first few weeks and the great sense of community surrounding ISL. Once the initial dust has settled you realise that most of the staff already know your child’s name (and yours as their parent) whereas you vaguely remember their face. You walk around Chiswick and Ealing and you are greeted by parents who live in your neighbourhood and point you towards the direction of the best dentist or yoga studio. All this creates an atmosphere of safety and warmth that is really hard to attach words to. I think the quality of the ISL transition comes down to the strong school community, and a feeling of togetherness which is spontaneous, caring and informal. Sometimes you feel you made the right choice in life - for us, ISL feels like one of those rare occasions.”
Evangelos Raptis, G2 Parent
“Our son started in the ISL Diploma College. Moving so late during the high school years is a tricky moment. Now, six months further, we look back at a very smooth transition! When we applied to the school in Mid-May, our son was promptly invited to join three Taster Days in June. A great start: an early introduction to the school and his peers. This set our son up for a restful summer without the stress of thinking too much about his future life.”
Prem Koster, G12 parent
"Every school says they personalise education but you really walk that walk rather than just say it. You are so clearly deeply passionate about education, so full of sunshine and really work well as a team. We are so, so happy we chose this school amongst the many options in London, and that you are looking after our boys’ education."
Hanna Roos, G1 & G6 parent
"Bringing our children to ISL was, without a doubt, one of the best decisions we made when we arrived in London three years ago, and we would make the same choice again without hesitation.
We are very grateful for the support and care the school has provided throughout their time here. I am certain we will all miss the entire ISL community deeply."
Eduardo Cunha, G7 & G10 parent
