Who we are

International Future is a Shanghai-based education consultancy founded in 2018, specialising in helping relocating families secure outstanding international school placements. We operate in various countries across Asia.


Our team consists of qualified teachers with extensive knowledge of international education. Dedicated to matching educational environments with each family’s unique needs and aspirations, we have successfully guided hundreds of families in their school selection journey. We also hold contracts with several global relocation agencies and Fortune Global 500 companies, providing comprehensive support to their internationally mobile executives.

About our Founder Joe Jones

Joe is a qualified teacher from the UK with extensive experience in international schools, where he has taught a wide variety of curricula. He holds a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Oxford and has personally supported over 300 families in finding the right international school for their needs. Joe’s background combines deep educational expertise with a genuine understanding of the challenges families face when relocating. His dedication to guiding families through the school selection process has made him a trusted advisor and a respected figure in the field of international education consultancy.

International Future was founded in 2018 by Joe Jones. While working as a teacher in Shanghai, a vibrant hub of global mobility, Joe had a profound realisation. He saw families struggling to navigate the complex landscape of international education, often feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to start their search for schools.

This often resulted in families selecting schools that were not well-suited to their needs, complicating their relocation process. Recognising the need for guidance and support in this crucial aspect of relocation, Joe envisioned a dedicated service to help families find their ideal international school.

  • If your family is relocating to Shanghai or Beijing, please contact us directly for personalised support with your school search.

    For other countries within Asia, our services are exclusively available through partnerships with global mobility companies or corporate clients. We do not work with individual families outside of Mainland China

  • 1. Consultation and needs assessment to understand your family’s educational requirements, including curriculum preferences, extracurricular interests, and SEN support.

    2. Personalised school search list featuring the most suitable three options, each with a detailed, impartial profile.

    3. School visits and tours, accompanied by an International Future Consultant, with transportation included.

     4. Application assistance, including document submission, scheduling entrance exams, and liaising with admissions staff.

    5. Ongoing support and follow-up to ensure smooth integration and address any post-enrollment challenges.

  • We recommend reaching out as early as possible during the relocation process to ensure access to the best school options and minimise disruption to your child’s education. Ideally, this should be 1-3 months before your move to allow sufficient time for consultation, school selection, and application processing.