This article, posted on ReLocate Magazine (http://www.relocatemagazine.com/relocation-news/new-data-suggests-big-growth-imminent-international-schools/1103) summarizes what many educators working international schools have been saying for some time; namely, that there is an ever growing demand for places in international schools, especially from local parents. These local parents want their youngsters to have what they perceive to be the best preparatory, educational experience so their children can join the global workplace. The writer, Rebecca Marriage, includes this quote: "The latest figures published by the International School Consultancy Group (ISC) indicate that by the end of this year there will be 7,200 international schools teaching over 3.7million students using English as the language for learning." She goes on to support the contention that local, affluent parents are taking up to 80% of the seats in these schools. This growing interest in the local 'international' school, coupled with a growing global economy, also seems to support the position held by some that there is an ever-growing demand for options in international education. These data may also cause some to ask the question, "If 80% of the seats in a school are taken by local, albeit talented youth, is it still an international school?". What are your thoughts on this?
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