The Bhopal branch of the prestigious UK institution is now part of a global network of 4,500 organisations and individuals across 50 countries
Dec 9: Bhopal-based Shrewsbury International School India, is set to broaden its global footprint by joining the Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) as a full-fledged international member. For the institution, which opened in August this year and is grounded in the legacy of Shrewsbury School, UK, this membership opens the door to collaboration with established global institutions and facilitates access to best practices, training, and advisory support.
Through this association, Shrewsbury India will benefit from BSA’s comprehensive professional development programmes, which help educators uphold excellence in pastoral care, safeguarding pupils, mentoring and leadership strategies. The BSA’s partnership with the Safeguarding and Child Protection Association (SACPA) further ensures that member schools maintain the highest standards of student safety and welfare.
For Shrewsbury India, the recognition also serves as both an endorsement and an opportunity to align with world-class standards while fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for its boarders. By joining this community, Shrewsbury India adopts the UK’s National Minimum Standards for boarding, focusing on child-centred leadership, safeguarding, and outstanding accommodation. The school also aims to contribute innovative practices, setting a benchmark for boarding excellence in India.
“Shrewsbury India is now officially a part of one of the most respected international boarding associations, connecting with 4,500 organisations and individuals across more than 50 countries. Joining the BSA as a full international member is a significant endorsement of our commitment to providing a whole-person education through world-class boarding facilities that embody the best of global boarding traditions. This membership gives our team access to unparalleled opportunities for professional development through BSA’s programmes,” says Mr. Dominic Tomalin, Founding Headmaster at Shrewsbury International School India.
For families of students, it represents an assurance of trust, safety, and educational excellence – aligned with the highest international standards. BSA member schools can be easily found online by parents and students, thanks to the platform’s easy accessibility via search engines. The BSA Group itself comprises multiple specialised arms addressing related domains, including BAISIS (The British Association of Independent Schools with International Students), SACPA (Safeguarding and Child Protection Association), HIEDA (Health in Education Association), and TIOB (The Institute of Boarding).
