Gateway Relationship
Gateway was founded to allow access to UK day schools to the international market. The model has
grown and we do now represent both boarding and day school on the Chinese Market. Due to our
founding schools being day schools we offer a high level of guardianship and accommodation in host
families to all of our students whether they need this all year round (whilst studying) or just in the
holidays.
We test and carefully monitor our students to make sure they find the right school, course and
accommodation for them. We will ALWAYS forward applications to the school, even when we know
the school will not consider them because; the school is full for that intake, the student has achieved
the right level of knowledge, the student is not of the right age to access the course ect. This
important so that the school can gauge the level of interest Gateway is creating and also to make
sure that the school can track any applications if contacted by a third party with regards to an
application.
The following information outlines the ideal relationship for Gateway but can be discussed with each
school individually;
AllocationThe school will allocate ‘X’ number of places for Gateway students, (this number is changeable by
negotiation). This allows confidence when students are applying that there are still spaces at the
school, because of this we ask that the school keep us up to date on offers so that we can keep
agents in China up to date to avoid disappointment.
CET The school will identify what level students they require with reference to Gateways Common
Entrance Tests (CET). Students will all complete an English test, also if relevant to course options
Maths and Physics tests. The school are also able send in requests for test changes every summer for
the following years tests, there is a CET board meeting held every summer all schools using the CET
are encouraged to offer thoughts for improvement ect. The CET will be marked by Gateway and the
results as well as copies of the completed test papers will be forwarded to the school. Gateway
strongly advice the school to do a Skype interview, this can make a borderline student a definite
either way this can also flag students that struggle with their speaking and listening obviously
making school life difficult.
Marketing The school will provide marketing materials and information to Gateway, relevant to promoting the
school. Gateway produce their own brochure and will require access to various school marketing,
including logo’s, photo’s, testimonials from students, leavers destinations, exam results, and
differential points these need to be quantifiable, for example “small class sizes” this is used in
reference to UK state school classes so to a international student that is currently in a class of over
60 students UK state schools have small class sizes.
Applications The school will contact Gateway within 2 working days of receipt of any application to update on the
status of the application; we strongly advise that schools interview all applicants either in person or
via Skype. The school will contact Gateway within 2 working days of the interview to update us on
whether they wish to make an offer to this student or not. The school are advised to give a deadline
date on all offers to students, the offer can be renewed if the student miss the deadline but this
does encourage a response from the student and means that both the school and Gateway can keep
a clear track of places still available.
Exclusivity Gateway will deal exclusively with either; all international applications/ all non-EU applications / all
Mainland China applications (dependent on agreement). The school will include reference to
Gateway Guardianship on their website as all international students will require guardianship and
for day schools accommodation whilst studying in the UK. Also that the school inc the total
“International fee” (this is including guardianship) in their fees. Gateways contact details should also
be available or given to all international/non-EU/Mainland China prospective pupils.
Invoicing The student will be billed as one; school fees, guardianship, ect. Gateway and school should work
together and invoice as one (this is proven to protect both the school and gateway in receiving the
full payment) If the school wish to invoice then they can pay the money to gateway termly if they
would prefer, whomever produces the invoice it should be clear that the invoice is from the school
and Gateway (on school headed paper with the gateway logo).
International Documentation The school will be or will become Tier 4 registered and will carry out the Confirmation of Acceptance
of Studies (CAS). Gateway can support the school through these processes both directly and with the
support of schools already registered and with experience producing CAS.
Notify the local authority of any children under 16, under Regulation 3 of The Children (private
arrangements for fostering) Regulations.
Agent and Recruitment Trips –
Gateway arrange 2 recruitment trips to China one in October half term and one in February half
term, this is an opportunity for the school to send a representative to China to meet and interview
students. Gateway also arrange for agents to come to the UK to familiarise themselves with the
schools, schools are expected to support Gateway during these trips.
Marketing and Identifying Prospective Students Gateway will market the school internationally, but essentially in Mainland China. The school will
circulate the schools marketing as well as including the school within Gateways marketing;
brochures, on-line, via agencies in China, at international Conferences ect. When students attend
agent’s offices then the agents and student councillors will recommend and market the school. Once
students have been identified they will complete the CET, these test will be marked by Gateway and
forwarded with the students application. Gateway will be able to tell the school whether the student
meets the schools entrance criteria or not the school may still wish to consider students that have
only just missed the criteria in special circumstances, perhaps musical ability or interest relevant to
the school. Gateway will share all information on all students interested in the school. This will mean
the school is aware of the amount of interest in the school. Gateway may also direct students to the
school that have the desirable CET results.
Guardianship –
Gateway Guardianship is the branch of Gateway that provides our students with experienced
guardian’s whist in the UK, as Gateway predominantly work with Day schools our guardianship
package is highly supportive and tailored to the needs of students in Day schools. Gateway and the
school will work together as the school would work with any other guardian, the guardian passes on
all relevant information to the student’s family. Below is a breakdown of what Gateway
Guardianship provide-
Counselling
Item
Advice and assistance on school
selection
Stage
Pre-arrival
On-line Induction from point of
registration
Pre-arrival
Own language guardians who
mentor and support the student
Postarrival
Face-to-face induction on arrival
Postarrival
Help with booking extra services
Postarrival
Breakdown
Counselling delivered to students/agents/parents
on the full portfolio of ISC schools. Specific
schools recommended based on student's
academic aims and aptitude. Follow up
meetings/training organised as and when needed
Students registered and tested on-line with free
English study available at all levels up to the
moment they arrive
Every student assigned an own-languageguardian who acts as their primary representative
and support agency during their stay
Weekend workshop prior to school
commencement. Objective is to prepare students
for their time in the UK/US and introduce them to
the ISC team. Workshop includes topics such as:
Life in the UK/US, Living with a Host Family,
Academic Life and ISC support services
Assistance and advice given on booking extra
services e.g. private tutoring, activity camps,
cultural/educational trips or tours
Welfare and Practical Assistance
Item
Meet and greet services
upon arrival
Stage
Post-arrival
Breakdown
ISC representative to meet student upon arrival
and transfer to drop-off point
Assistance with all travel
arrangements
Pre and post
arrival
Assistance given to students pre and post arrival
with booking appropriate travel options
Registration with police,
the health services, banks
and other official bodies
Help with managing
finances
Post-arrival
Guardians will help register students with all
official bodies on arrival
Post-arrival
24 hour emergency
response team
Post-arrival
Assistance given to students upon request with
managing personal budgets, opening bank
accounts, purchasing appropriate
products/services
ISC trusted member of staff on duty 24-7 for
assistance with emergency situations
Academic Support
Item
Representing the
student's academic
interests
Attending all parent's
evenings
Stage
Post-Arrival
Regular feedback to
parents/agents on
progress
Regular school visits
to meet the student
Post-Arrival
Assistance with
school transfers
Post-Arrival
Post-Arrival
Post-Arrival
Breakdown
ISC to represent the student's academic interests at school
and to assist with any difficulties encountered in the
school environment.
ISC representative to attend parents evenings and report
on progress/challenges faced by student and ways to
maximise potential
ISC to report back to agents/parents on a monthly basis
with regards academic progress and pastoral matters
A schedule of regular visits arranged throughout the year
for guardian to meet student at school to discuss any
issues. - Normally once every 2 weeks
If in the unlikely event a school placement does not work,
ISC will assist where possible with alternative school
transfers.
Gateway will provide Accommodation in term time, this is usually but not exclusively in a homestay
environment with a host family local to the school. Assistance from the school in identifying
potential area’s for hosts, sharing information on hosting with parents or friends of the school.
Gateway also organise accommodation in holiday time or support the students in arranging travel if
they are returning home for the holidays.
TranslationGateway are able to assist in translation if required, or when using the schools information in
Gateway marketing.