top of page

Become a Member

Full Membership

Who is it for?

Established non-association independent schools that have been operating for at least one year and have undergone at least one standard Ofsted inspection.

Eligibility:
  • They are registered as independent schools with the Department for Education

  • They are not members of any of the associations that make up the Independent Schools Council (ISC)

  • They are committed to meeting the Independent School Standards and to engaging constructively with support and improvement

  • They share the aims and values of NAISA

Schools at different stages of development, including those facing regulatory challenge, are encouraged to engage with NAISA. Membership is intended to support schools, not to exclude them.

What are the benefits?

In addition to what we offer the sector, full members will also access…

Stacked Office Papers

Compliance & Inspection Information and Insight

  • Dedicated member email support with rapid response and direct access to regulatory expertise

  • Discounted training workshops about inspection and compliance

  • Signposting to a network of trusted providers including:

    • providers of school registration & ISS compliance support

    • providers of mock inspections & ISS compliance support

    • professionals who serve as independent members for complaints appeals panels

  • Termly Compliance Briefing

  • Monthly Members Newsletter

Business Networking Event

Professional Networks & Peer Support

  • Half-termly Heads’ Circle (online)

  • Termly DSL & Safeguarding / SENCo forums

  • Providers of professional supervision for Headteachers and SLT including SENCOs

  • Signposting to a network of trusted providers including:

    • SENCOs, SALTs, EPs, Ots and other professionals

    • School Improvement Consultants & SIPs

  • An exclusive NAISA collaboration platform - intelligently connecting schools to share expertise, solve challenges and build strategic partnerships

​

​​​

Audience Applauding Speaker_edited.jpg

Visibility & Credibility

  • Public directory listing

  • NAISA Member logo for school use

  • Opportunities to showcase practice and innovation

Conference Room Setup

Events & Learning Opportunities

  • Discounted tickets to the Annual NAISA Conference

  • Discounted tickets to webinars and training events

  • Access to guidance and resources

Fees

The annual fee for Full Membership is based on the number of pupils enrolled at the school.

​

Fees are reviewed annually. Payment schedules and renewal dates are confirmed on application. 

​

Groups of schools and trusts are eligible for discounted rates. Please contact members@naisa.org.uk to discuss your requirements.

Number of Pupils
Annual Fees
Up to 25 pupils
£650
26 - 50 pupils
£850
51 - 100 pupils
£1,400
101 - 150 pupils
£1,950
150+ pupils
£2,400

Affiliate Membership

Who is it for?

New non-association independent schools that are within their first year of operation OR prospective schools that have applied or are yet to apply to the DfE for registration.

Eligibility:
  • They are committed to meeting the Independent School Standards and to engaging constructively with support and improvement

  • They share the aims and values of NAISA

​

and, for new schools, they:

​

  • are registered as independent schools with the Department for Education

  • are not members of any of the associations that make up the Independent Schools Council (ISC)

What are the benefits?

In addition to what we offer the sector, affiliate members will also access...

Stacked Office Papers

Compliance & Inspection Information and Insight

  • Webinars about school registration and pre-registration inspections

  • Termly Compliance Briefings

  • Signposting to a network of trusted providers including:

    • providers of school registration & ISS compliance support

    • providers of mock inspections & ISS compliance support

Business Networking Event

Professional Networks & Peer Support

  • Signposting to a network of trusted providers including:

    • Providers of professional supervision for Headteachers and SLT including SENCOs

    • SENCOs, SALTs, EPs, Ots and other professionals

    • School Improvement Consultants & SIPs​​​

Conference Room Setup

Events & Learning Opportunities

  • Discounted tickets to the Annual NAISA Conference

  • Discounted tickets to webinars and training events

  • Guidance and insight to support successful school registration and early compliance

Fees

Fees are reviewed annually. Payment schedules and renewal dates are confirmed on application. Groups of schools and trusts are eligible for discounted rates. Please contact members@naisa.org.uk to discuss your requirements.

Annual Fees
£495

Partners

Who is it for?

Organisations, consultants and educational professionals who offer products and services to the sector.

Eligibility:
  • They share the aims and values of NAISA

  • Demonstrable experience of supporting or supplying relevant products or services to non-association independent schools, evidenced by at least two referees.

What are the benefits?

In addition to what we offer the sector, partners will also access...

Law Consultation
  • Recognition as a NAISA Partner and association with an organisation supporting the non-association independent school sector

  • Inclusion in the NAISA Partner Directory, helping schools identify relevant products, services and resources

  • Opportunities to exhibit or sponsor NAISA conferences, training events and sector briefings

  • Discounted exhibition and sponsorship packages at NAISA events

  • Opportunities to connect with school leaders, proprietors and governors across the NAISA network

  • Opportunities to inform NAISA members about relevant products, services or resources

  • Insights into sector developments, priorities and emerging needs within non-association independent schools

  • Opportunities to support initiatives, events or guidance that benefit the sector

  • Use of the NAISA Partner logo in marketing materials (in line with partnership guidelines)

Fees

The annual fee to be a Partner of NAISA will be agreed on a case-by-case basis, depending on the nature and scope of engagement.

​

Fees are reviewed annually. Payment schedules and renewal dates are confirmed on application.

Annual Fees
Agreed on a case-by-case basis
logo_transparent_noText_normal.png

NAISA

Copyright ©2025 Non-association Independent School Alliance Ltd. A not-for-profit organisation. Registered in England and Wales as a company limited by guarantee (No. 16905146). All rights reserved.

bottom of page