Hi,

I am brand new to international teaching and hoping to take up my first posting soon.

I would like to know what is meant by 'tier 1' 'tier 2' etc...schools. I take it these are not formal accreditation as I see no mention of these terms on any of the school websites. I am presuming tier 1 is the best, but what makes a school fit into a certain tier?

I am lucky to work in one of the best schools my home country has, so would I be unwise to consider a tier 2 international school? How do you find out which school belongs in which tier?

Sorry for the absolutely clueless questions!! Any help appreciated.