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British Curriculum International Schools in United States

Compare 12 British Curriculum international schools in United States. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 35,598), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
12
Curricula
14
Average annual fee
USD 35,598
Fee range
USD 100 – 76,875
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (9 schools)
Average school size
443 pupils
Largest by enrolment
British International School of Houston
Oldest
British International School of Boston (2000)
With boarding
2
About international schools in United States

British-curriculum international schools in the United States typically teach an adapted English National Curriculum and most commonly lead to Cambridge IGCSEs at 14 - 16 and Cambridge International A-Levels (some schools combine British syllabuses with IB or US diplomas). Instruction is usually in English, with modern foreign languages such as Spanish, French and increasingly Mandarin offered, and many schools provide English-as-an-Additional-Language support for newcomers. Fees vary substantially by city and age; directory data shows typical international-school tuition averages in the low-to-mid tens of thousands of US dollars a year, while individual British schools in major metro areas publish fees ranging from the high-teens to well over USD 60,000 for older year groups. The main intake follows the US/Northern-Hemisphere school year (usually August/September) but schools will often accept mid-year or rolling admissions where places exist, so relocating families should allow time for transcripts, immunisation records and English-language assessment when preparing applications.

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4 international schools in New York

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2 international schools in San Francisco

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2 international schools in Chicago

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1 international school in Boston

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1 international school in Charlotte

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1 international school in Houston

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1 international school in Washington DC

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FAQs for United States

What does a British curriculum pathway look like in the United States?
A typical British pathway uses the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stages in primary years, leads to IGCSE (or equivalent) examinations around age 16, and to Cambridge International A-Levels (or equivalent) at 18; some schools offer hybrid routes that include the IB or an American high-school diploma. These qualifications are designed to be subject-specialist at upper secondary level, so students choose more focused subject blocks for IGCSEs and A-Levels than in many US high-school programmes.
How much do British international schools in the US usually charge?
Tuition varies by school, location and pupil age: directory averages for international schools in the United States sit in the low-to-mid tens of thousands of dollars per year, while individual British schools in major cities commonly publish fees ranging from roughly USD 17,000 to USD 66,000 (and higher in a few cases). Look for publishers’ latest fee schedules and ask each school what the tuition does and does not include, since extras such as transport, lunches and activities are often charged separately.
When should we apply and what documents will schools ask for?
Most British-curriculum schools follow the Northern-Hemisphere academic year with a main intake in August or September, and many also operate rolling or mid-year admissions where places arise; families aiming for a September start should begin enquiries and applications several months earlier. Schools typically request recent school reports/transcripts, birth certificate or passport, immunisation records, proof of residence or visa status, and may require standardised testing or an English-language assessment; some also ask for references and a non-refundable application fee.
Will IGCSEs and A-Levels be recognised by universities in the US and UK?
Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A-Levels are widely recognised by universities around the world, and many institutions in the United States and the United Kingdom accept them for admission; high grades in A-Level subjects can sometimes be used for university credit or advanced placement. Individual university policies vary, so families should check admissions guidance from specific institutions when preparing subject choices and predicted grades.
What should parents look for on a school visit to decide if a British school is a good fit?
On a visit, check that the school’s stated pathway (IGCSE/A-Level, IB or hybrid) matches your child’s longer-term plans, review the range of subject choices at GCSE/A-Level and the availability of language and pastoral support, and ask about English-language support, learning-support provision and university guidance. Observe class sizes, meet teachers in the relevant age group, and clarify the total cost of attendance (tuition plus likely extras) and the school’s admissions and re-enrolment timelines before deciding.