Awards and Accreditations

As one of the longest-running summer schools in the UK our programmes have a long standing reputation for excellence.

Our summer programmes are accredited by the BAC in the UK and licensed by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood in the USA, meaning we have to meet consistently high standards to be able to operate.

Over the years we are honoured to have received several prestigious awards, recognising our commitment to education and the student experience.

ISSOS students holding large blue ISSOS letters and cheering on campus.

British Youth Travel Awards: Best Educational Product

We are honoured to have been recognised twice by The British Youth Travel Awards, reaching the finals in both 2014 & 2015. These awards highlight excellence in youth, student, & educational travel within the UK.

Youth Education Service of the Year Global Awards.

We are delighted to have been selected as Youth Education Service of the year by Corporate Live Wire. These awards celebrate the global achievements of businesses.

The Glasgow Business Awards

These awards champion the major achievements of businesses in Glasgow, and ISSOS was delighted to be a finalist in 2015. Finalists are selected based on their performance in innovation, success and community spirit in business.

EY Entrepreneur of the Year

ISSOS Founder Jen was honoured to have reached the regional finals for Entrepreneur of the Year. Running in more than 145 cities in over 60 countries worldwide, Jen was recognised for her entrepreneurial achievements in creating and developing our award winning summer school programmes.

Scottish Enterprise Awards: Best International Student Education Experience

We were honoured to have been awarded Best International Student Education Experience by the SME Scottish Enterprise Awards. These awards recognise the best of Scottish business and reward companies that offer excellence & innovation.

Private Education & Development Awards: Best International Summer School Provider in the UK

We are delighted to have won our category in The Private Education Development Awards in 2019. These commend and award the efforts of organisations who make the education of our societies their priority.

British Accreditation Council (BAC)

ISSOS are proud to be BAC accredited. BAC represents some of the leading and most reliable private colleges and training providers in the UK Providers are rigorously inspected on all aspects of their programmes.

GEMS for Life

ISSOS is proud to be recommended by GEMS for Life, a global programme by GEMS Education that supports students on their academic and career journey. This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, enriching experiences that help students grow personally, excel academically, and prepare for their future.

Connecticut Camp Licensing Association

ISSOS is proud to be licensed by the Connecticut Camp Licensing Association, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of safety, care, and enriching experiences for students from around the world.