and Upcoming Events

IBSC hosts global and regional conferences and online events that highlight best practices in educating boys. Plus, we offer both on-demand and scheduled online classes. IBSC Ideas Lab and Headways programs let members engage virtually to discuss topics focused on boys and boys’ schools. Read a detailed description of our robust suite of offerings that connect global colleagues around relevant themes (coming soon!). 

Check back often for the latest on IBSC professional development programs.

IBSC In-Person Events

• 2026 IBSC Annual Conference, June 29 – July 2, St. Stithians College, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
• 2027 IBSC Annual Conference, June 30 – July 3, The Scot College, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

All are welcome at these events, so consider attending a conference outside your region.

IBSC Online Events

IBSC Online Programs

• IBSC Aspiring Leaders' Colloquia, a 10-month program focused on leadership in boys' schools, starting June 29, 2026

• IBSC Virtual Visit at Your School, an online program featuring Tom Batty, scheduled individually with your school

Online Classes

June 1 – 28, 2026

• Mastering Middle Leadership in Boys' Schools
• Single-Gender Education: A Course for Teachers New to Boys' Schools

July 6 – 26, 2026

• Mastering Middle Leadership in Boys' Schools
• Single-Gender Education: A Course for Teachers New to Boys' Schools

IBSC Ideas Lab

• IBSC Ideas Lab About the Internal Lives of Boys, facilitated by Tracy Mackenzie of St. Andrew’s College, Grahamstown (South Africa), starting May 13, 2026

• IBSC Ideas Lab for Librarians in Boys' Schools, facilitated by Melissa Ramon of St. Andrew's College (Canada), starting May 26, 2026 (sold out)