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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…

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...

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

Associate Membership

Who is it for?

Individuals connected to non-association independent schools in a strategic or governance role, rather than in day-to-day operations, such as proprietors, governors, and trustees.

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

What are the benefits?

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

Fees

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

Annual Fees
£245

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...

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
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