The Society of Heads exists to:
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Promote independent education
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Represent its member heads and their schools in all educational matters at both local and national levels.
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Foster effective partnerships with other independent school associations, the maintained sector, government, institutions of higher education, business and industry and the wider community
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Encourage good codes of practice and high professional standards among members
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Maintain high quality control and assurance in its member schools through clearly defined membership criteria and through a regular cycle of inspection
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Provide a supportive network for its member heads
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Sponsor regular meetings of the Society and to provide forums for members to share ideas and experience
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Offer a wide range of services to assist heads and their schools with their policies and administration
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Organise conferences and other professional development for heads and staff from within the Society’s schools
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Make member schools more widely known to the public
“It is hoped that by the time a head leaves or retires from membership of the Society, fellowship, support and shared good practice have been offered and received and that the task of leading a school has been made that much more possible and enjoyable as a consequence of membership.” - Chair