Measuring What
Matters in
International
Schools

International schools face challenges no standard wellness survey was built for: frequent transitions, cultural dislocation, and the complex identity of globally mobile youth. ISWS was designed from the ground up to meet that reality.

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Our Story

Built by the community,
for the community

The International School Wellness Survey was created by a team of researchers, school mental health professionals, educators, safeguarding professionals, administrators, and consultants who bring firsthand understanding of international school life, from the weight of frequent transitions to the layered complexities students navigate every day.

Our survey is grounded in rigorous research and adapted specifically for the international school context. It goes beyond typical wellness assessments to capture what truly matters for students, whether they are internationally mobile or local students immersed in a school culture shaped by backgrounds different from their own.

We believe every student deserves to be seen, heard, and supported.

Community-developed Research-backed Internationally validated Culturally responsive Actionable insights Confidential reporting Age-appropriate design School-level benchmarking
Global
Designed for international schools worldwide
Expert
Built by leading voices within the international school community
TCK
Designed for Third Culture Kids (TCKs), mobile and local alike
Our Expert Team

Designed & reviewed by leading voices
in international education

Dr. Emily Meadows
Co-Founder
Dr. Emily Meadows, PhD
LGBTQ+ Consultant, Author &
International School Specialist
Katie Greeley
Co-Founder
Katie Greeley, LCSW, CADC
Founder of Prevention Ed,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

ISWS brings together researchers, school mental health professionals, educators, safeguarding professionals, administrators, and consultants with deep roots in the international school world. People who know this community because they live and breathe it.

What We Measure

Three pillars of
student wellbeing

ISWS captures a holistic picture of student experience across three evidence-based dimensions, specifically designed to turn complex, cross-cultural student experiences into clear, actionable insights for your school.

Health

Physical and mental health indicators tailored for internationally mobile students, including sleep, nutrition, stress, and activity patterns across diverse cultural contexts.

Wellness

Emotional wellbeing, academic engagement, resilience, and overall life satisfaction. We go beyond surface metrics to understand how students are truly thriving.

Belonging

Connectedness to school community, peer relationships, cultural identity, and inclusion. Factors especially critical for Third Culture Kids (TCKs) and globally mobile youth.

How It Works

Simple, meaningful,
actionable

From first conversation to school-wide insights, we make the process clear and straightforward for your team, wherever you are in the world.

01

Partner with Your School

Reach out to discuss how ISWS fits your school's needs. We'll customize the rollout plan, set up your school's account, and guide your team through onboarding at no burden to your staff.

02

Students Complete the Survey

Students engage with a thoughtfully designed, age-appropriate survey that respects their time. Available in multiple languages and accessible across devices, anywhere in the world.

03

Receive Actionable Insights

Your school receives clear, confidential reports highlighting key findings across health, wellness, and belonging with practical guidance on where to focus support and resources.

Stay Informed

Be among the first schools to use ISWS

We're launching in the 2026–2027 school year. Leave your details and we'll keep you informed as we get closer to launch, including early access opportunities for pilot schools.

Timeline Launching 2026–2027 school year
Email info@iswsurvey.org
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We'll only email you about ISWS updates. No spam, ever.

Questions? info@ISWSurvey.org

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Thank you for your interest in ISWS. We'll be in touch as we get closer to launch.