Global Consulting Leaders in School and College Positioning, Reputation, Sustainability and Growth.
Global Consulting Leaders in School and College Positioning, Reputation, Sustainability and Growth.
Why Choose 5Rs Partnership
Founded in 2004, The 5Rs Partnership is headquartered in Philadelphia and Singapore.
The 5Rs Partnership have been commissioned over 3 decades in every continent by over 600 independent and international schools, colleges and whole of education systems.
Led by Dr. Stephen Holmes PhD (Education Positioning/Reputation) a world pioneer in education sector strategy over 3 decades, The 5Rs Partnership are renowned education management consulting and research specialists, far beyond that of general consultants.
Demand for 5Rs Partnership services and our footprint continues to be schools and colleges globally, notably across the US, Europe, UK, MENA, Asia, and Australia. Our track record brings a unique combination of global perspective, best practice, and original knowledge for optimal value:
- 600+ education institutions served
- 35+ countries
- 20+ years of education sector-defining consulting, and new knowledge research.
- Deep understanding of school and college competitive and educational contexts.
- Unique products and IP tools across our specialisms, not just recycled practices.
- Pragmatic deployments, impactful and sustained both educationally and commercially.
Specialisms - Services Overview
The 5Rs Partnership brings unmatched expertise and experience in 4 areas essential to both education and market success.
Institutional Positioning and Future Strategy
Reputation Development and Evaluation
Space Optimization, Fee Setting, and Learner Scheduling
Program Portfolio Review and Learner Journey Innovation
Explore our Unique Products
We hold extensive research IP and products across our specialist areas that add value, are cost effective, proven, and allow for wider benchmarking for schools and colleges.
We hold extensive research IP and products across our specialist areas that add value, are cost effective, proven, and allow for wider benchmarking for schools and colleges.
We support schools in enhancing their reputation, improving student outcomes, and achieving sustainable growth through tailored strategies and benchmarking.
We help colleges and universities strengthen their positioning, increase competitiveness, and align with global best practices for long-term success.
Build Market Competitiveness and Educational Performance
In today’s competitive landscape, schools and colleges must stand out from the crowd in valued ways in what they say and what they do. The 5Rs Partnership helps you do just that.
We orchestrate productive alignment between the educational and market competitiveness requirements of schools and colleges. Globally, our work supports an integrated, institute-wide response. We have an unmatched global education sector client list.
Our consulting is deeply grounded in educational evidence, global best practice, unique processes, and futures educational and societal scenarios. Work with a world-renowned partner that understands both the education and market imperatives of our times to sustain and grow.
Discover how schools and colleges are transforming through the 5Rs Partnership’s evidence-led methods, tools and deployments.
As a globally present consultancy, see our latest speaking engagements, workshops, and education conferences.
Our Current Projects Include:
July 2025 Projects
School
- The Doane Stuart School (New York, USA)
- The Saklan School (California, USA)
- Ashley Hall (South Carolina, USA)
- The Sultan’s School (Seeb, Oman)
- Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA)
- Vail Mountain School (Colorado, USA)
- Annunciation Orthodox School (Houston, Texas, USA)
- Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) (USA)
- Georgia Independent Schools Association (GISA) (USA)
- The New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) (USA)
- The TASIS School in Dorado (Puerto Rico)
- Incarnate Word Academy (St Louis, Missouri)
University
- Australian Catholic University
- Australian National University
- Charles Sturt University
- Curtin University
- Deakin University
- Edith Cowan University
- Flinders University
- Griffith University
- James Cook University
- La Trobe University
- Monash University
- Murdoch University
- University of New South Wales
- University of Tasmania
- University of Western Australia
- University of Wollongong
- Victoria University