COBIS - Council of British International Schools

COBIS is the premier global association for international British schools overseas. The association has developed markedly since its foundation, changing to meet the needs and aspirations of its growing global membership base.COBIS exists to serve, support and represent its member schools – their leaders, governors, staff and students. As a DIT Trade Challenge Partner, it also supports its valued Supporting Members in providing services and goods to British schools overseas. COBIS currently works with over 250 British schools and over 200 Supporting Members. COBIS was founded over 30 years ago and is governed by an elected Board consisting of Headteachers and Governors from member schools worldwide. The association is a constituent member of the Independent Schools Council and operates on a not for profit basis to reflect being a UK registered company 'Limited by Guarantee'.COBIS is led by CEO, Colin Bell and supported by the COBIS team based in London.