ACS International School Cobham vs Dwight School London - Jubilee Campus

	A ACS International School Cobham London, United Kingdom	D Dwight School London - Jubilee Campus London, United Kingdom
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year £9,950 - 66,780	Fees / year £10,125 - 12,100
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,300	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1975	Opened 1885
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Cobham, Surrey, England (KT11 1BL). The 128-acre ACS Cobham campus sits in the Surrey countryside. It is part of the ACS International Schools group and offers international day and boarding education for students aged 2 to 18.	Location Dwight School London operates across four campuses in North London: Woodside Campus, Jubilee Campus, Spahn Campus and Playing Fields. The Little Lions Nursery and Junior School are located at 49 Woodside Avenue, London, N12 8SY, and the Senior School is located at 6 Friern Barnet Lane, London, N11 3LX.
Stages	Stages Lower School (ages 2-10) and Senior School (ages 10-18).	Stages Little Lions Nursery (ages 2-5); Junior School (ages 5-11); Senior School (ages 11-18).
School type	School type The school is an international day and boarding school.	School type Independent international day school; co-educational.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix A diverse international community with 70+ nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) and learning support for students with learning differences.	Additional learning support Quest Programme provides on-site learning support, including one-to-one or small-group assistance for cognition and learning, physical and sensory needs, language and communication, and SEMH; a school counsellor is available.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation England, United Kingdom	Country affiliation United Kingdom
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Non-faith
School day structure	School day structure Lower School day runs from about 08:00 to 15:30, with after-school clubs from 15:30 to 18:00; an Extended Day Club is available from 22 April 2025.	School day structure Extended wraparound care from 7:45 to 17:30 is included in fees.
Bus service details	Bus service details ACS Cobham operates an extensive busing service with door-to-door and shuttle options, a late bus, and the Vectare app for scheduling and tracking; three zones cover the catchment area.	Bus service details Zeelo provides Dwight School London transport with three bus routes and multiple pickup locations daily from Maida Vale, Marylebone and Islington. All routes use electric buses. There is also a shuttle service with termly and annual passes; bookings via the booking page and transport queries to transport@dwightlondon.org.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - A non-refundable application fee of £330 (inc. VAT) is payable with each application. Payment of the fee does not guarantee admission. Enrolment deposit and refunds - A refundable enrolment deposit of £1,500 is payable after a student has been accepted to reserve a place. The deposit is retained for the duration of enrolment and is returned within three months of termination of the contract, net of any outstanding liabilities (including notice-period liabilities and supplementary charges). One-off campus / development fee - A once-only, non-refundable campus/development fee of £1,680 (inc. VAT) is charged on the first tuition fee invoice for each student in Grades K–12. Tuition fees (per semester and annual amounts) — day students - Tuition fees are charged per semester (the academic year is divided into two semesters). The published per-semester and annual fees are as follows: - Pre-Scramblers Half Day (Ages 2–3): £4,800 per semester / £9,600 per year. ✝. - Pre-Scramblers Full Day (Ages 2–3): £6,950 per semester / £13,900 per year. ✝. - Scramblers Half Day (Ages 3–4): £4,800 per semester / £9,600 per year. - Scramblers Full Day (Ages 3–4): £6,950 per semester / £13,900 per year. ✝. - Pre-K Half Day (Ages 4–5): £5,700 per semester / £11,400 per year. - Pre-K Full Day (Ages 4–5): £7,800 per semester / £15,600 per year. - Kindergarten (Ages 5–6): £12,900 per semester / £25,800 per year. - Grades 1–2 (Ages 6–8): £14,490 per semester / £28,980 per year. - Grades 3–4 (Ages 8–10): £14,580 per semester / £29,160 per year. - Grades 5–6 (Ages 10–12): £17,100 per semester / £34,200 per year. - Grades 7–8 (Ages 12–14): £17,250 per semester / £34,500 per year. - Grades 9–10 (Ages 14–16): £19,170 per semester / £38,340 per year. - Grade 11 (Ages 16–17): £19,200 per semester / £38,400 per year. (Tuition for Grades 11–12 includes university placement support but excludes external exam and university application fees.) - Grade 12 (Ages 17–18): £19,320 per semester / £38,640 per year. (See note above regarding exam/application fees.) (✝ Fee figures shown for Scramblers/Pre-Scramblers Full Day indicate the five-days-per-week charge; fees for individual days are available on request.) Boarding fees (Grades 8–12) - Boarding is available for Grades 8–12. Tuition fees are additional to boarding fees. Boarding fees include an en-suite room, full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and a weekend activity programme. Temporary boarding (subject to availability) is available at a per-night rate. - 5‑day boarding (per semester / annual totals shown): - Grade 8: Boarding £10,260 per semester; Tuition £17,250 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £55,020 per year. - Grades 9–10: Boarding £10,260 per semester; Tuition £19,170 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £58,860 per year. - Grade 11: Boarding £10,260 per semester; Tuition £19,200 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £58,920 per year. - Grade 12: Boarding £10,260 per semester; Tuition £19,320 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £59,160 per year. - 7‑day boarding (per semester / annual totals shown): - Grade 8: Boarding £14,070 per semester; Tuition £17,250 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £62,640 per year. - Grades 9–10: Boarding £14,070 per semester; Tuition £19,170 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £66,480 per year. - Grade 11: Boarding £14,070 per semester; Tuition £19,200 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £66,540 per year. - Grade 12: Boarding £14,070 per semester; Tuition £19,320 per semester; Boarding & Tuition total: £66,780 per year. - Temporary boarding: £135 (inc. VAT) per student per night, full board, up to a maximum of 45 nights per academic year, subject to availability. Transport (busing) fees - Door-to-door (home to school) service — per semester / annual: - Zone 1: Single £1,180 / £2,360; Return £1,830 / £3,660. - Zone 2: Single £1,270 / £2,540; Return £1,950 / £3,900. - Zone 3: Single £1,400 / £2,800; Return £2,160 / £4,320. - Shuttle service — per semester / annual: - Zone 1: Single £630 / £1,260; Return £870 / £1,740. - Zone 2: Single £670 / £1,340; Return £1,020 / £2,040. - Zone 3: Single £750 / £1,500; Return £1,170 / £2,340. - Late bus single-journey charges (non‑PM bus users): Zone 1 £6, Zone 2 £7, Zone 3 £8 per journey. Bus fees are provisional and subject to change. Additional recurring or conditional costs - External exam fees (charged in addition to tuition): approximately £700 for the full IB Diploma, £125 per AP Standard exam and £150 per AP Capstone exam (charges may change if examining bodies amend their fees). - University application fees: US university application fees vary (typically between $50 and $150 per application); UCAS (UK) charge £27.50 (up to five choices). - Annual IT service fee: £60 (inc. VAT) for Grades 9–12. - Lost iPads: accidental damage is generally covered; lost or misplaced iPads are charged up to £350. Deliberate damage or misuse incurs repair/replacement charges. - Lost or damaged textbooks: charges apply for textbooks/library books lost or damaged beyond fair wear and tear. - Co-curricular activities and trips: some activities and visits incur additional charges; some are included in tuition. - SEN (Level 3) support for moderate needs: charged at £4,500 per year (£2,250 per semester). Services for mild needs are included in tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are issued twice a year (once per semester). For the 2025–2026 academic year the invoicing dates provided are: - 1st semester invoice issue date: 04 June 2025; due date: 18 June 2025. - 2nd semester invoice issue date: 05 November 2025; due date: 19 November 2025. - Any bank charges incurred when making payment are debited to the student's school-fees account. ACS is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for credit-related regulated activities. Fee payment methods and options - Accepted payment methods include debit and credit cards, Sterling (GBP) cheque drawn on a UK bank account, and direct payments (BACS, wire transfer, etc.) into the ACS bank account. Payment in US Dollars is accepted via the specified USD bank account after obtaining an exchange rate from the School Fees Office. Quoting the student number is requested when making direct payments. A monthly instalment plan is available for parents paying school fees themselves. Refunds and returned payments - The enrolment deposit (£1,500) is refundable and will be returned within three months of contract termination, net of outstanding liabilities. Any other refunds or notice-period liabilities are handled in accordance with the School's fees terms and conditions. Bank charges incurred during payment will be deducted from the paying account and may be recharged to clear the fees account.	Fee details Application and new‑student charges - Application Fee: GBP 240 (non‑refundable). - Deposit (Reception to Year 13): GBP 2,000 (refund subject to the school's terms and conditions). - Spark Fund Fee (Reception to Year 13): GBP 2,500 (option to pay over the first three terms). Tuition fees — structure and general notes - The school operates on a three‑term academic year and charges tuition on a per‑term basis unless an alternative arrangement is agreed. All published tuition figures are stated as termly amounts unless otherwise indicated. From 1 January 2025 tuition figures are shown inclusive of VAT where applicable. Nursery (Little Lions) — session and term options (5 days/week shown) - School day (08:30–15:30) termly fee: GBP 4,288. Monthly (year‑round) equivalent listed: GBP 1,476. - Full day (07:30–17:30) termly fee: GBP 6,125. Monthly (year‑round) equivalent listed: GBP 2,108. - Morning (07:30–12:30) or Afternoon (12:30–17:30) termly fee: GBP 3,063. Monthly (year‑round) equivalent listed: GBP 1,054. All Nursery fees above are inclusive of lunch. Government funding (15 hours) may be available from the term after a child's third birthday (subject to the school's published session options). Junior School (Reception–Year 6) — termly - Reception to Year 2: GBP 7,935 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). - Year 3 to Year 6: GBP 8,425 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). Senior School (Year 7–Year 13) — termly - Year 7 to Year 11: GBP 10,125 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). - Year 12 to Year 13 (Sixth Form): GBP 12,100 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). Compulsory and programme‑specific additional fees - QUEST learning support: Intermediate Intervention and Support at GBP 1,000 per term; Intensive Intervention and Holistic Wraparound support at GBP 1,250 per term. One‑off one‑hour in‑depth consultation where required: GBP 250. - English as an Additional Language (EAL) when required: Junior School GBP 3,075 per term; Senior School GBP 3,585 per term. (EAL fees are not subject to VAT). - IBO Diploma examination fees (second year of Diploma): approximately GBP 500 (not subject to VAT; set by the IBO). Optional / other charges (examples and typical ranges) - Compulsory residential trips (Years 3–5): GBP 100 to GBP 375 (not subject to VAT). - Year 6 residential trip: GBP 2,600 (not subject to VAT). - Compulsory residential trips (Years 7–13): GBP 375 to GBP 600 (not subject to VAT). - Individual music tuition (Year 2–Year 13): GBP 445 per term. LAMDA: Junior School GBP 230 per term; Senior School GBP 445 per term. Additional languages not on the timetable: GBP 2,500 per term. After‑school clubs are generally free unless run by an external provider (external club fees typically GBP 90–GBP 145 per term). School trips outside school hours: GBP 500 to GBP 2,000. Suggested Senior School lunch allowance: GBP 6 per day. Transport costs and full transport details are published separately by the school. - Uniform: a mandatory school uniform is required; uniform items are supplied by Braggs Schoolwear (local supplier). Pre‑used uniform may be available through the school parents' association. Specific item prices are set by the supplier. Boarding - Boarding is not listed among the school's provisions and no boarding fees are charged. The school operates as a day (and nursery) provision. Billing schedule, payment terms and penalties - Standard billing cadence: fees are published and invoiced termly for the three terms in the academic year; parents are contractually liable for tuition in advance of each term unless an alternative instalment plan is agreed. A full term's written notice is required to withdraw a student; without such notice a full term's fees are payable in lieu. There is no refund for any portion of a term already in progress. - Late payment and recovery: unpaid fees may trigger reminders, suspension of the student's place, collection action and additional costs. The school may charge interest on overdue sums and an administration charge for overdue invoices or returned cheques; collection costs (including agencies or legal costs) may be charged to the payer. Examples of penalty provisions and collection charges are set out in the school's terms and conditions. Refund and withdrawal rules - The Deposit may be reclaimed within 12 months of the student's last day at the school; if not claimed within that period the Deposit is forfeited. The Deposit will not be refunded for absence due to sickness or otherwise except where a student fails to meet entry requirements. There is no refund for the balance of the term if a student is asked to leave; parents must provide one full term's written notice to cancel an accepted place prior to enrolment or one term's fees will be payable in lieu. Fee payment options and instalments - Termly payment in advance (standard). Monthly repayment option available via School Fee Plan (School is an appointed representative of Premium Credit Limited). Lump‑sum payments in advance are accepted; arrangements for annual prepayment or bespoke instalments may be made with the Finance Office. Specific accepted instruments (for example, bank transfer, debit/credit card, direct debit) and any card surcharges or processing rules are administered by the Finance Office and should be arranged directly with the school's Finance team. Sanctions and additional administrative charges - The school reserves the right to withhold information, refuse attendance or reallocate a place if fees remain unpaid. The school may charge administrative fees for overdue accounts and for costs incurred in debt recovery, and interest on late payments as set out in the terms and conditions. Practical notes for budgeting - Tuition is charged per term; multiply the termly figure by three to estimate an annual tuition cost. Allow for additional mandatory items (deposit, Spark Fund Fee), programme costs (EAL, QUEST), exam fees (IB), trips, music or language tuition, transport and uniform when budgeting. Many optional activities and some trips incur separate charges.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Senior School follows a future-forward, international curriculum aligned with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Advanced Placement (AP). Middle School covers English, Mathematics, Languages, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, PSHE, Visual and Performing Arts, and Digital Skills. Upper School (Grades 9–10) requires eight subjects: English, Mathematics, Languages, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education & Health, and two additional subjects. High School (Grades 11–12) offers IBDP or AP, and credits toward a High School Diploma. The High School Diploma is NEASC-accredited and recognized by North American colleges and universities. IBDP and AP qualifications are recognised by leading universities worldwide.	Curriculum details The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), taught across Little Lions Nursery, Junior School and Senior School.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Lowest average class sizes amongst independent international schools.
Exam results	Exam results IBDP results 2025: average 35/45; highest 44/45; 97% pass rate. AP results 2025: 91% of students achieving a score of 3+; average AP score 3.6; 208 AP students.	Exam results IB Diploma results show a strong track record. The Class of 2025 averaged 33 points (out of 45) with a top score of 40; world average 30.5; pass rate 95%; and 2 bilingual diplomas. In previous years, the Dwight average was 33 (2024), 35 (2023), 37 (2022), 38 (2021) and 35 (2020), with bilingual diplomas ranging from 4 to 7 across those years.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates go on to leading universities in the UK, the US, and the rest of the world.	Higher education progression Graduates go on to universities worldwide, including UK universities such as Oxford University, University of Edinburgh, King's College London, University of Exeter and University of Nottingham; USA such as Penn State; Spain such as the University of Madrid; and international destinations including Boston University, Northeastern University, McGill University and Tokyo University.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
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Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Enquiry — Find out what ACS Cobham offers in terms of curriculum and facilities to ensure it is the best fit for your child. We recommend visiting for an Open Day or Personal Tour to explore the campus, meet our academic staff and discuss admissions with the team. You can make an enquiry to begin the process. We operate a rolling admission process, with applications accepted year‑round and students may start at any point in the academic year, subject to availability. 2. Application — You can apply all year around as long as your child has the right to study in the UK. Each application is accompanied by a non‑refundable application fee paid online. 3. Review — Once your online application is completed, it will be assessed by the Admissions Team, taking into account all information provided. We will contact you if any additional documents are required and inform you of the outcome as soon as we can. 4. Admission — If your application is successful, we will contact you with an offer of a place for your child. To secure the place, a non‑refundable enrolment deposit is required, which is set against the second semester tuition/boarding fees. For more details of application fees, deposits and tuition costs, see Fees. Should your child's application be successful, but the grade or programme applied for is at capacity, your child will be waitlisted. When a place becomes available, we will contact you immediately to complete the rest of the admission process. 5. Welcome — Our team will provide you with all the necessary information (cafeteria, transport, school platforms, subject selection, visa compliance, etc.) prior to the first day of school to ensure a smooth start for everyone.	Admissions Step 1: Application Form and fee. Complete the Application Form via OpenApply, the admissions portal. On submission you receive an invoice for the £240 (inclusive of VAT) non-refundable Application Fee, payable online by credit or debit card. Nursery application form and School application form are available depending on the age group. Step 2: Supporting Documents. After submission and payment of the application fee, a checklist appears. Provide a Parent Statement about your child (include an original-language copy if translated) and a Student Statement. Include a Language Profile and a Teacher Reference, along with school reports from the previous two years and any other certificates or documents. If you cannot obtain documents, discuss possible alternatives with admissions. Step 3: Meet the principal. You and your child will be invited to meet with Will Bowry (Senior School Principal) or Helen Enisuoh (Junior School Principal) for a face-to-face meeting to assess whether Dwight is a good match for your child's needs. The meeting may be conducted virtually if necessary. The meeting helps determine fit with the school's approach and the student's educational goals. Step 4: Admissions Committee Review. After receiving the completed Application Form, required documents and application fee, the file is reviewed by the Admissions Committee. You will be informed in writing of the decision—whether a place will be offered, declined, waitlisted or further steps are required. To secure a place, complete the Acceptance Form and pay the Deposit. We are happy to meet students or conduct Google Meet interviews; if joining mid-year, a taster day may be required to evaluate the student.
Scholarships	Scholarships Bursaries are offered to students with exceptional personal and academic potential who would benefit from an ACS education but whose family circumstances mean that affording full school fees cannot be met. The ACS bursary programme has been suspended for the academic year 2026/2027; details for 2027/2028 will be published in 2026. Applicants must be a UK resident, live within the school's bus catchment area, and have the right to remain; each bursary application is assessed individually. Bursary awards can cover up to 100% of tuition for up to seven years and may include additional costs; the amount is calculated after assessing income and financial assets, with annual review. All bursaries are means-tested.	Scholarships Dwight School London offers Visionary Grants up to 50% remission of fees for the relevant year groups, starting from September 2026, with criteria including being Greater London-based and having an innovative, involved family; applications require a creative pitch and the current admissions process, with an application fee of £200 and a deposit of £2000, and a taster day is part of the process. Scholarships are non-selective and awarded during admissions to recognise talented students who show potential to be successful IB students and to contribute to life at the school. The Alison Cobbin Opening Doors Scholarship (Year 3–6 entrants) provides up to 50% remission and requires school reports, a teacher reference, a presentation and an interview. Spark of Genius Senior School Scholarships cover categories such as STEM, Arts, Humanities, and Sports, with up to 20% of tuition; candidates must submit school reports and a teacher reference and complete a presentation and interview, with some categories including auditions or portfolios. Scholarship deadlines and interview dates are stated in the scholarship materials (e.g., materials submission deadlines and January interview dates).
Waitlist	Waitlist If a grade or programme is at capacity, applicants are waitlisted. When a place becomes available, the school contacts families immediately to complete the admission process.	Waitlist Waitlist: A place may be waitlisted as part of the admissions decision.
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