The ISCA School of English was founded by the Tomlinson family
Ronald and Margery Tomlinson founded the Isca School of English in Exeter with just five students living and learning on site.
Richard Tomlinson became Principal
Richard and Jo Tomlinson took over the school, and as their young family grew, so did the number of teenagers coming from all over the world to study English.
Sarah Tomlinson, our current principal, was already out and “talking” to students as a child!
Accreditation by Department of Education
The Isca School of English was officially recognised as being “efficient” following inspection by the Department of Education and Science.
Young learners from all over the world
As Richard and Jo's family grew, so too did the number of young learners attending Isca School each summer.
Specialists in teenagers
In 2001, the Isca School of English became a dedicated summer centre, focusing entirely on teaching teenagers.
Centre of Excellence
The El Gazette ranked Isca as a Centre of Excellence based on British Council inspection results — a status we continue to hold proudly.
New Principal after 50 years
Sarah Tomlinson became Principal of the school. Having grown up immersed in Isca, and with international teaching experience, she returned to take on the role in 2016.
Best Family Run Summer School in the UK
The El Gazette continued to rank Isca as a Centre of Excellence and the best family-run English Language School in the UK.
Despite Covid and Brexit challenges, Sarah and her husband Javier continue the Tomlinson family legacy of excellence and care.
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Our 60th Anniversary
The Isca School looks forward to welcoming you!