9 schools across England
England's school system: State schools are free for all residents. Independent schools charge fees from £12,000/yr. Grammar schools are free and selective. International schools offer IB, American and other curricula for expat families. Talk to our advisors for personalised guidance.
One of the largest IB World Schools in the world, set on a stunning 128-acre campus in Surrey. Offers the full IB continuum from Early Years through to Diploma with outstanding pastoral care.
The Catch: A massive campus with world-class sports. It's deep in the Surrey commuter belt; without a car, the social life for parents is impossible.
Part of the global Dwight Schools network, offering the full IB continuum in Golders Green. Known for its "spark of genius" philosophy — igniting the unique talent in every child.
The Catch: Small and highly personalized. Facilities are modest compared to the giants; you are paying for small class sizes and the 'Spark of Genius' philosophy.
A truly multilingual IB World School in West London offering mother tongue programmes in Arabic, Japanese and other languages alongside the full IB continuum.
The Catch: A true multilingual specialist. Located in West London (Chiswick/Acton area), the campus is functional but urban; don't expect 100 acres of green fields.
Three campuses across London (Westminster, Hampstead, Kensington) offering the full IB continuum. A truly international community with 60+ nationalities and outstanding IB results.
The Catch: The only 'pure' IB specialist in Central London. It has no single main campus; students are split between Westminster and Kensington. It's a high-commute, urban lifestyle.
Part of the ACS International Schools network, offering the full IB continuum in Manchester. A welcoming international community for expat families relocating to the North West.
The Catch: The expat favorite in the North West. Because it caters to global families (pharma/tech), the student turnover is high. Your child's best friend might move to Singapore or New York by next year.
A leading co-educational independent school in Cambridge offering IB Diploma and A-Levels. Known for its innovative approach to learning and outstanding university placement.
The Catch: Innovative and tech-forward. They transitioned to co-ed recently across all levels. Some 'old school' Cambridge families still feel the school is finding its new identity after decades as a girls' stronghold.
The IB Global Leader. One of the only top schools in the UK to offer exclusively the IB Diploma. Consistently ranked among the world's best IB schools with outstanding results and a truly international student body.
The Catch: The IB Global Leader. One of the only top schools to offer *only* the IB. High student turnover and a very global social set. It feels more like a mini-university than a traditional English school.
One of the few state schools offering the IB Diploma from 2026. A strict, high-discipline Academy with world-class results and a strong track record of university placement — completely free to attend.
The Catch: FREE IB CHOICE. One of the few state schools offering the IB Diploma from 2026. A strict, high-discipline 'Academy' culture. It is an exam factory with world-class results, but lacks the 'soft' campus feel of private schools.
Consistently top 5 in London. A leading independent girls' school in Hammersmith offering both IB and A-Levels with exceptional results and a vibrant, inclusive community.
The Catch: Consistently top 5 in London. It offers both IB and A-Levels. It has a very specific 'Hammersmith/Kensington' social set. It can feel like a private club for West London families — hard for outsiders to integrate into.
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