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ICS London International School operates across two central London sites, with the secondary school located on Star Street. The institution provides the International Baccalaureate framework for students aged 3 to 18, encompassing the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes, alongside IGCSE subjects in Years 10 and 11. Class sizes typically average 16 pupils, ensuring individual attention within a total school population capped at 200. Notable digital resources include the ManageBac system, Kognity interactive textbooks, and Google for Education tools, while outdoor spaces include a campus courtyard and local parklands. The school is particularly known for being one of only two educational settings in central London to offer the entire continuous International Baccalaureate curriculum sequence. Extracurricular options feature native-speaker language instruction in French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese starting from age three, alongside a dedicated door-to-door school bus transport service that manages morning pick-ups and afternoon drop-offs directly at families' home addresses.
King's College School Wimbledon offers an internationally-minded education for children aged 7 to 18, combining the International Baccalaureate framework with the British curriculum. On the PYP, MYP, and DP pathways, students study a broad range of subjects designed to develop inquiry, critical thinking, and deep understanding, alongside a strong grounding in essential skills and knowledge. The school provides modern facilities for the arts, music, and theatre, with regular performances such as the Senior School Orchestral Concert and the Lower/Middle School Autumn Concert held in the Concert Hall, and the Christmas Concert hosted at St James's Church, Piccadilly. The Festival Band Showcase takes place at the King's Festival Marquee, while the Lower Sixth Drama New Writing Festival is staged in Collyer Hall Theatre. With pathways through IB and the British curriculum, international families can access a coherent, transdisciplinary education that supports progression to higher studies around the world and lifelong learning.
Jeannine Manuel London is an independent, co-educational bilingual international school with three campuses in London. Primary is at Russell Square, Middle at Bedford Square, and Upper School at Russell Square, offering a continuous education pathway from age 3 to 18. The curriculum blends the French national framework with English-language science and Chinese programmes, alongside an English-medium pathway. Primary teaching is shared equally between French and English, while in Secondary School science is taught in English and the Sixth Form offers the French International Baccalaureate (BFI) with English-language modules. The school is a UNESCO IB World School, accredited by NEASC and CIS, and part of UNESCO ASPnet. Facilities include science labs, Art and Music spaces, a library, and common rooms across campuses, plus outdoor recreational areas. The school emphasises bilingualism, cultural exchange, service, and leadership through initiatives like Le Bilingue and the Globe Theatre program for families abroad seeking an international bilingual education.
Southbank’s Westminster Campus at Conway Street is designed specifically for students in the Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–8). The facility features a dedicated design technology lab in the basement, equipped with laser cutters and 3D printers, and an art room stocked with diverse craft materials. To support digital literacy, the school operates a 1:1 device program where students utilize personal Apple laptops for their daily studies. A defining feature of the education here is the "London as our Classroom" initiative. Teachers regularly integrate the city’s resources into the curriculum, taking students on local excursions to museums, galleries, and historic sites to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world contexts. Additionally, every school year begins with "Discovery Week," a four-day residential trip across the UK focused on outdoor activities like paddle boarding or mountain biking. This tradition helps students build strong peer relationships and community ties before starting their academic modules.
Southbank International School's Kensington campus provides the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme for children aged two to eleven. Located in the Notting Hill district of West London, the school utilizes its proximity to major cultural sites through its "London as a Classroom" initiative. This program integrates visits to nearby museums, galleries, and parks directly into the curriculum, allowing students to learn from the city’s resources. With a student body representing nearly 40 different nationalities, the campus maintains small class sizes typically ranging from 12 to 18 pupils. The school focuses on inquiry-led learning, where students are encouraged to ask questions and explore subjects across various disciplines. Facilities include dedicated spaces for music and art, along with a "living moss wall" designed to incorporate nature into the indoor learning environment. Spanish and French are introduced as additional languages, fostering early multilingual development within a multi-national community.
Godolphin and Latymer is an independent day school for girls aged 11–18 in London. The school blends buildings with facilities, including an performing arts centre housed in a converted church, a music school, a flood-lit sports hall with climbing wall, and art, design and science spaces. The curriculum follows the British system with the IB Diploma in the Sixth Form, and language learning starts in Year 7 with French, German and Mandarin; Year 8 students choose two languages and carry them into Year 9. In the Sixth Form, students can study A Levels or the Diploma, with many taking the Extended Project Qualification. The G&L Futures programme develops critical, collaborative and evidence-based skills through year-group projects. The school's ethos emphasizes scholarship and service, reflecting its philanthropic origins. A rich extracurricular programme includes music and drama, debating and Model United Nations, Duke of Edinburgh, and community outreach with neighbouring primary schools.
International School of London (ISL) is an independent, non-selective school offering the International Baccalaureate pathway for ages 3 to 18. ISL delivers the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme. It was one of the first UK schools to introduce the Diploma Programme. The school emphasises multilingualism and intercultural understanding across all cohorts. The campus model includes two sites: Chiswick Campus for Primary and Middle School at 139 Gunnersbury Avenue and Diploma College at Ealing Campus, 15 Gunnersbury Avenue. The campuses sit beside Gunnersbury Park, enabling weekly Forest School sessions and ISL Sports Hub for PE and competitions. Facilities include three multilingual libraries and Fox Media Tech Hub for student broadcasting. In Diploma, Natural Sciences connect biology, chemistry, physics, computer science and environmental systems with practical laboratory work and real-world projects. ISL prepares students for global citizenship with inquiry-based, languages-rich learning.
Rikkyo School in England is a co-educational, full-time boarding school for ages 10–18 with Elementary, Middle and High divisions. It sits on a historic campus in West Sussex and is affiliated with Japan; recognised by the Japanese Ministry of Education as an overseas private educational facility equivalent to domestic schools. The blended curriculum comprises: (1) Academic/core curriculum aligned to the Japanese MEXT requirements; (2) a Support curriculum including PSHEE, SMSC, RSE, British Values, Cultural Capital and extensive activities; (3) Outside-the-classroom learning through engagement with social, cultural, spiritual, academic and sporting organisations. Core subjects include Japanese, geography, history, mathematics, sciences, health and physical education, Visual Art, Music, English, ICT and home economics. English reading is developed through a three-year program with assessments across Knowledge & Skills, Critical Thinking & Communication, and Learning Attitude & Independence. Upper Secondary offers university guidance, including visits to UCL and a UK entrance program developed with UCL and the University of Surrey. Facilities include dormitories, dining hall, theatre, library, science laboratories, music facilities, gym, 400m track and playing fields.
The American School in London (ASL) is an independent day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12, ages 4 to 18. It follows an American-style, standards-based curriculum and offers Advanced Placement courses across a broad range of subjects; more than 20 AP courses are available, and the program draws students from across London and beyond who pursue college-ready coursework outside the United States. In the Lower and High School, students study English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language in a structure aligned with US standards. The campus blends advanced facilities with riverside access: the MILL makerspace, two libraries, athletic facilities including a 25-meter pool, and the Boathouse for rowing on the River Thames. Notable campus spaces host assemblies and performing arts productions in the School Center for Education and the Arts. ASL also runs vibrant after-school programs, a diverse array of clubs, and a Summer Program.
Southbank International School is an independent international day school in central London offering the International Baccalaureate continuum to students aged 2–18. It operates across five central London sites on three campuses—Hampstead, Kensington and Westminster—with additional locations at Conway Street, Portland Place and Cleveland Street. Founded in 1979, it was the first UK school to offer PYP, MYP and DP, and is part of the Cognita group. Instruction is in English, with English as an Additional Language support available. The IB framework is delivered across PYP (Hampstead and Kensington, ages 3–11) and MYP/DP at Westminster, Conway Street, Portland Place and Cleveland Street. Facilities include science laboratories, Mac-based IT suites, libraries, music and art rooms, plus social and study spaces. Hampstead and Kensington provide a dedicated early-years environment; Portland Place benefits from proximity to Regent's Park for outdoor sport. Extracurriculars include Global Issues Network, Model United Nations and the United States Academic Decathlon; strong arts ensembles and productions; and cultural and language activities such as Spanish support and the London Exploration Society. CAS is integrated into the Diploma Programme.
Southbank International School’s Westminster campus offers a specialized environment for students aged 11 to 18, centered on the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. Located in the heart of London, the school utilizes the city itself as an extension of the classroom, with students frequently visiting nearby galleries, the British Museum, and Regent’s Park for practical study and physical education. The Portland Place site focuses on the Middle Years Programme (MYP), where small class sizes—averaging 13 pupils—ensure individualized attention and a collaborative atmosphere. One of the school's most distinctive features is its "school without walls" philosophy; there is no mandatory school uniform and no traditional school bells, fostering a liberal ethos that encourages independence and self-discipline. A signature initiative is the London Exploration Society, which integrates the city’s cultural and historic riches directly into the curriculum. This approach prepares students for the Diploma Programme (DP), consistently resulting in high outcomes that facilitate entry into leading global universities.
Founded in 1979, ICS London International School educates 160 students representing over 50 nationalities at its primary campus in Marylebone, Central London. Housed in a renovated Victorian building near Hyde Park and The Regent’s Park, the primary school provides the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme for children aged 3 to 11, integrating the Early Years Foundation Stage for Nursery and Reception. Instruction is in English, with play-based language subject options in French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese starting from age three. The school offers a door-to-door bus service across central London and sponsors Child Student Visas under a rolling admissions policy. Primary students participate in a dedicated Forest School outdoor learning initiative led by a specialized leader. Additionally, the school partners with Arts International to deliver a signature performing arts program where children devise and perform shows, and utilizes Yondr pouches to maintain a phone-free learning environment during the school day.
Halcyon London International School is a not-for-profit, co-educational IB world school in London for students aged 11 to 18. The curriculum blends the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), with no GCSEs offered. Students in Grades 6–10 follow the MYP; Grades 11–12 pursue the DP, with some candidates earning IB certificates instead of the full Diploma. All qualifying students receive an accredited U.S. high school diploma. The school's on-site subject offering spans Language A and Language B, Mathematics, Sciences, Economics, History, Geography, Psychology, Business, and the Arts, with some online options and Mother Tongue language support. Halcyon's facilities include a Design Lab with a 3D printer and laser cutter, a well-equipped library, and dedicated DP study and careers spaces. The Innovation Team leads work on AI, service, and international mindedness. London's cultural and academic opportunities extend beyond the campus, enriching learning through institutions and trips.
Situated in High Wycombe, The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is a co-educational, age 3–18 day school in England. The school offers the International Baccalaureate framework, with the IB Middle Years Programme for ages 11–16 and the Diploma Programme for ages 16–18, and is an official IB World School. Class sizes are capped at fourteen, and learning unfolds around Harkness tables, within a five-surface classroom approach that supports discussion-based, inquiry-led study. Curriculum is complemented by a strong emphasis on language acquisition (French and Spanish) and a broad range of subjects across the IB groups. The school maintains well-equipped facilities and plans to develop new sports facilities and additional classrooms, supported by ISI 2024 findings. Extracurricular activity is extensive, including sport, performing arts and global field trips, and a vibrant Duke of Edinburgh Award programme. These features foster international-mindedness and collaboration for students navigating diverse cultures and future studies across the globe.
International School of London (ISL) is an independent, non-selective school offering the International Baccalaureate pathway for ages 3 to 18. ISL delivers the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme. It was one of the first UK schools to introduce the Diploma Programme. The school emphasises multilingualism and intercultural understanding across all cohorts. The campus model includes two sites: Chiswick Campus for Primary and Middle School at 139 Gunnersbury Avenue and Diploma College at Ealing Campus, 15 Gunnersbury Avenue. The campuses sit beside Gunnersbury Park, enabling weekly Forest School sessions and ISL Sports Hub for PE and competitions. Facilities include three multilingual libraries and Fox Media Tech Hub for student broadcasting. In Diploma, Natural Sciences connect biology, chemistry, physics, computer science and environmental systems with practical laboratory work and real-world projects. ISL prepares students for global citizenship with inquiry-based, languages-rich learning.
Southbank International School’s Hampstead campus provides the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for children aged 2 to 11. Located in a residential area of North London, the campus utilizes a Victorian villa setting to host small classes of 12 to 18 students. The curriculum begins with Early Childhood education, where children as young as two engage in play-based inquiry. A distinctive feature of the school is the "London as a Classroom" initiative, which integrates the city's museums, parks, and historical sites directly into the weekly schedule to support unit-of-inquiry themes. Students begin learning Spanish from the early years through songs and interactive games. Facilities include specialized spaces for textile arts, music, and a dedicated science club. For families residing in North or Central London, the school operates a door-to-door bus service to facilitate daily travel. The program emphasizes community engagement through a specific volunteering club for primary-aged pupils
RGS Surrey Hills, formerly Box Hill School, is a day and boarding co-educational UK school that joined the Reigate Grammar School Group in 2025. Set on about 26 acres, the campus features Dalewood House (1883) and a new £5 million Sports Centre with indoor nets, courts, a 5-a-side pitch, nets and a rooftop court, plus outdoor facilities, a swimming pool, IT-enabled classrooms and specialist studios for dance, drama and art. The Sixth Form Centre offers A Levels (including a BTEC) and the IB Diploma, with small classes, personalised support and a dedicated careers space. The curriculum is designed to treat each pupil as an individual, with two-week cycle learning and an International Study Centre running EAL programmes. Distinctive features include Round Square with service projects and exchanges, Writers Collective, and Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions, complemented by Year 7–9 outdoor adventures and a strong emphasis on leadership and global citizenship.
North London Collegiate School is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18 near London. The curriculum combines national formats with international options: in Years 7–9 the National Curriculum; Years 10–11 follow Edexcel IGCSE including IGCSE Language and Literature; Sixth Form offers either A Levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with Cambridge Pre-U also available. In the Sixth Form, about three-quarters of students take Mathematics at A Level or IB, with some pursuing Further Mathematics or IB HL. The school teaches six modern languages—French, Spanish, German, Russian, Mandarin and Italian—with exchanges and Polyglot Society. The 30-acre campus includes a Sports Hall, gym, pitches, a swimming pool and playing fields, plus the NLCS Drawing School, CAD/3D printing facilities, and a 38,000-volume library with the IDEAS Hub for interdisciplinary work. The Performing Arts Centre supports music and drama, including Edinburgh Fringe performances, and a vibrant Senior Societies programme.
Marymount International School London is an independent Catholic day and boarding school for girls aged 11–18, on a seven-acre campus in Kingston upon Thames, about 12 miles from central London. It is an IB World School offering the IB Middle Years Programme (ages 11–16) and the IB Diploma Programme (ages 16–19). The Diploma Programme uses six subject groups, three HL and three SL, plus TOK, the Extended Essay and CAS; the EE can be written in seven languages. The MYP provides eight subject groups, a Personal Project and a focus on concept-based learning, contexts and Service as Action. The curriculum develops language skills with mother-tongue support. Facilities include Performing Arts spaces; Art and Design Studios with a kiln, 3D printers, a laser cutter and MacBooks with Adobe Creative Suite. The campus features boarding houses with meals provided and learning-support. Marymount is connected to the RSHM network and an international community.
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