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Background

How AFIS Works

Discover how AFIS Platform connects schools, families, and exclusive benefits in a unique ecosystem that rewards everyone.

The Process

Building a Stronger Independent Schools Community

Step 1

Independent Schools Partnership

Schools contribute an annual partnership fee and collaborate with AFIS to grow our national community of supporters of independent schools.

Partner schools offer parents, alumni, and staff FREE lifetime AFIS membership — and share in the revenue AFIS generates.

Member Benefits

Members enjoy exclusive access to the AFIS benefits package including:

  • Information & Connections
  • Research Participation
  • Special Offers on Goods & Services
  • Member Events
Step 2

Revenue Sharing & Research Investment

AFIS receives commissions and advertising revenue that we share with our partner schools and member families. We also fund research that benefits the independent schools' community.

There's no cost to families, no mark-up on retail prices — and often, they'll save money.

Members

AFIS shares commission revenue with members, who can choose to donate this to their school or have it paid directly into their bank account.

Partner Schools

AFIS donates a share of commission revenue to partner schools, who are encouraged to utilise these funds for means-tested fee assistance.

Step 3

CISRI Research & Information

CISRI is a not-for-profit organisation commissioning independent, academic research into the individuals who support private education. CISRI is also responsible for dissemination information and campaigning on behalf of all supporters of independent schooling.

AFIS members take part in this research. The insights gathered will deliver robust data on member demographics and the factors driving their school choices.

Implementation Timeline

12 Month Commission Sharing Rollout

1

Phase 1

Autumn & Winter 2025

  • 25% of commission revenue donated to AFIS partner schools
  • Remaining commission invested in AFIS growth including shopping APP
  • Inaugural research project commences
2

Phase 2

Spring & Summer 2026

  • 25% of commission revenue donated to AFIS partner schools
  • 25% allocated to AFIS members (who can choose to donate it to their schools)
  • AFIS SHOPPING ARCADE APP launch
3

Phase 3

From Autumn 2026

  • 35% of commission revenue donated to AFIS partner schools
  • 35% allocated to AFIS members (who can choose to donate it to their schools)

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The Association for Families of Independent Schooling (AFIS) C.I.C. is a community interest company, incorporated in England and Wales, company number 16817786.

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