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International Schools in London, United Kingdom

Compare 33 international schools in London, United Kingdom. Filter by curriculum, fees (average GBP 18,755), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
33
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
GBP 18,755
Fee range
GBP 1,200 – 69,650
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (17 schools)
Average school size
409 pupils
Largest by enrolment
ACS International School Cobham
Oldest
Dwight School London - Jubilee Campus (1885)
With boarding
3
About international schools in London, United Kingdom

London’s international schools form a large, diverse market offering dozens of options across the capital, with many institutions concentrated in west and central boroughs but schools present across most parts of the city. Families will commonly find schools offering the British national curriculum, the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP and DP) and national programmes from France, the United States and other countries, often alongside bilingual or mother-tongue support in languages such as French, Spanish, Mandarin and German. Fees vary substantially: typical London day-school tuition generally sits in a broad band around £18,000 - £36,000 a year, with some premium international or boarding options charging significantly more and community or smaller national schools at lower price points. Admissions usually follow standard UK entry points (early years, Year 7 and sixth form) and often require registration, assessments or interviews plus documentation such as proof of address or visa details, so families should begin enquiries several months before relocation and be prepared for waiting lists in popular year groups.

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What curricula will my child typically find in London international schools?
You will commonly find the British national curriculum, the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP and DP) and whole-school programmes following other national systems (notably French and American models), alongside bilingual or dual-curriculum schools; many London schools combine elements to support mobility between systems. The International Baccalaureate is widely represented across the city while national community schools serve particular language communities.
How much do international schools in London cost and what extras should I budget for?
Tuition varies widely but a common range for London day international/private schools is roughly £18,000 - £36,000 a year; some specialist, boarding or premium schools charge more, while small community or national schools may charge less. In addition to headline fees parents should budget for deposits or development fees, uniforms, lunches, trips, exams and some schools’ extra charges, and remember that independent school fees in the UK are subject to VAT where applicable.
When should we start applying and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Begin enquiries many months in advance of your planned move, particularly for common entry years such as early years, Year 7 and sixth form, because popular year groups can have waiting lists and limited places. Most schools require registration and a fee, will ask for recent school reports, may carry out assessments or interviews and will need documentation such as proof of address or visa details for overseas applicants.
What language provision and support can international families expect?
Most international schools teach primarily in English but many offer structured language programmes, bilingual streams or mother-tongue support in languages such as French, Spanish, Mandarin and German, and some schools will arrange individual language support if a child’s home language is not on the timetable. If maintaining the home language is important, ask schools about dedicated mother-tongue lessons, entry-level English support and how language progression is assessed.
What should we focus on when visiting prospective schools in London?
Assess whether the curriculum and daily routine match your child’s previous experience and long-term plans, check language and pastoral support, review class sizes and staff experience, and ask for clarity on total costs and transport arrangements. Also ask about inspection reports, transition support for international arrivals and how the school measures progress and wellbeing so you can judge whether the environment will suit your child’s academic and social needs.}]}]