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International Schools in Boston, United States

Compare 11 international schools in Boston, United States. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 37,253), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
11
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
USD 37,253
Fee range
USD 15,000 – 78,500
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (6 schools)
Average school size
387 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
Oldest
The Newman School (1945)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Boston, United States

Boston’s international-school scene mixes small bilingual schools and larger British-curriculum and International Baccalaureate (IB) campuses, with a handful of district-run IB programmes in the public system as well. You will find French- and German-language bilingual schools, a British-style school that moves into IGCSE/IB, and IB options within Boston Public Schools; many schools also offer Mandarin, Spanish or German as additional languages. Private-school tuition typically falls in the mid tens to low fifty thousands of US dollars a year depending on age and full- or half-day options, while public IB programmes are available without tuition; financial aid and employer-sponsored plans are commonly offered by private schools. Admissions usually follow the academic-year cycle with priority/financial-aid deadlines in late autumn or winter and rolling or waitlisted places afterward, so parents new to the area should check transport, visa or homestay support and language-entry expectations before making firm plans.

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What kinds of curricula will my child encounter at international schools in Boston?
You will commonly see the International Baccalaureate (IB) at several private and public schools, the English National Curriculum carried by a British-style school that typically leads into IGCSE and IB, and whole-school French or German national curricula at dedicated bilingual schools. Many schools combine a national curriculum with international options (for example a French-accredited school that also offers the IB diploma) and offer additional modern-language study as part of the programme.
How much do international schools in Boston cost and is financial help available?
Tuition at private international schools in the Boston area typically ranges from roughly US$27,000 per year for lower grades up to around US$51,000 or more for upper-school places, with half-day or part-time preschool options priced lower. Most private schools publish fee schedules and many operate financial-aid programmes or accept employer-sponsored tuition plans; public IB schools within Boston Public Schools do not charge tuition.
When should we apply and what is the typical admissions rhythm?
Most private international schools follow the school-year cycle: initial inquiries and open houses begin in the autumn, with priority and financial-aid deadlines commonly in December - January for entry the following September, and rolling admissions or waitlists used for remaining places. Public IB and district programmes use Boston Public Schools’ choice and registration calendar, so check the district timetable and any lottery deadlines if you are considering a public option.
My child does not speak the school’s main language - can they still join?
Many bilingual and international schools run English-as-an-additional-language (EAL/ELL) support or language-learner streams in the lower grades, but upper-school entry to certain diploma tracks (for example the French Baccalaureate or the IB taught in a particular language) may require fluency in that language. Schools vary: some have formal newcomer or homestay programmes and can issue visa paperwork for international students, while others expect readiness in the language of instruction, so confirm language-support and placement testing policies during your visit.
What practical things should relocating families check when visiting schools in Boston?
Ask about transport and commute options (fee-based private bus routes, MBTA access, and school bus eligibility for district residents), the school’s policy on international students and homestays or I-20 issuance, and what is included in published fees versus extra costs such as exams, uniforms, lunches and after-school care. Also review language-support services, typical class sizes, the school calendar and how the school handles mid-year entry and transitions so you can plan housing and work timetables around the academic year.