Teaching in HMC Schools

HMC represents the heads of over 250 of the leading schools in the UK, Ireland and, indeed, the world.

180,000 pupils are taught in those 250 schools by 20,000 staff who enjoy outstanding teaching resources and working environments.

They are supported by IPD, an independent professional development service (owned by HMC and GSA) that provides some 45 courses each year.

Teachers in HMC schools are not restricted by government diktat on the curriculum. They work in a liberated environment and are free to show real initiative in the field of curriculum development. Innovation has been a proud hallmark of HMC schools since 1869.

Independence allows innovation to flourish and it is this independence that is the key to the successful teaching and learning found in our schools.

Furthermore, teachers in HMC schools, with support and encouragement to play their part in games and co-curricular activities programmes, share the all-round educational experience enjoyed by our pupils.

Leadership and governance are of the highest order. A career in an HMC school is a truly enriching experience.

A flavour of life in a number of our schools may be found on the HMC TV News link.

Key facts and figures about HMC schools can be accessed by clicking here.