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TASIS England

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees £15,600 - 69,650
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 650
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1976
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, German, Spanish, Mandarin
Typical class size 14
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Situated on a 46-acre campus in Thorpe, Surrey, TASIS England serves students aged 3 to 18 in a co-educational international community. The school offers a bespoke curriculum that blends American, AP and IB Diploma options. In Grades 9 and 10 students follow the American High School Diploma with AP courses available, and in Grades 11 and 12 students may pursue the IB Diploma or the American Diploma with AP. English as an Additional Language supports multilingual learners, and an International Section provides specialized instruction in English, History and the Sciences. Facilities include the Fleming Theatre and Fleming Gallery, a 13,000-volume Upper School Library, and extensive arts and sports spaces, plus a Fitness Center and playing fields. The co-curricular program features the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model United Nations and student-led clubs, with travel opportunities across Europe. TASIS England emphasizes culture, curiosity and service through leadership development and international experience today.

Ten Acre Ln, Thorpe, Egham TW20 8TE, United Kingdom

The Essentials

TASIS England has 650 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.

Location
TASIS England is located in picturesque Thorpe Village, Thorpe, Surrey, TW20 8TE, England. The 46-acre campus sits on Coldharbour Lane, near the M25, about 18 miles southwest of central London. Heathrow Airport is roughly 8 miles away, with central London reachable by rail (about 45 minutes from Waterloo to Virginia Water) or by road in under an hour.

Stages
Lower School ages 4-10; Middle School ages 10-14; Upper School ages 14-18.

Type
An international day and boarding co-educational school.

Country affiliation
United States

School day structure
The school follows a typical American academic year, starting in late August/early September and ending in late May/early June, and is divided into two semesters.

Bus service
Door-to-door bus service for day students; West London routes for Grades 3–12 with pickups/drop-offs at designated locations; Busing Areas 1-4 covering Surrey, Middlesex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Beaconsfield/Richmond/Teddington/Twickenham; shuttle to/from Virginia Water Station; additional bus fees apply; 14-day cancellation policy; ukadmissions@tasisengland.org for details.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school offers boarding on its 46-acre campus in Surrey near London for students aged 13–18. Approximately half of Upper School students and some eighth graders live on campus. Rooms are typically shared between two or three students to encourage use of English, and boarding houses are supervised by a dedicated boarding team. All meals are provided, and the Health and Well-being Center supports resident students. Tower House is a dorm that houses 19 students in doubles and triples, with a Tower House Parent and a team of House Tutors.

Uniform Requirement
The Upper School has a uniform policy featuring TASIS-crested clothing. Boarding students must come to breakfast in uniform and wear it during the academic day; uniform items can be bought from the TASIS uniform shop or approved vendors with color and style guidelines.

Food Options
Boarders have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the dining room; gluten-free and vegan options are available, and meals may be themed (e.g., Mexican night, Italian night, barbecues, Asian nights). The Royals Café offers additional items, and meals are compulsory for boarders.

House System
Boarding is organized into houses; each dorm is supported by a House Parent, Deputy House Parent, and a team of House Tutors. Tower House is one example dorm with dedicated house staff.

Governance and Ownership
TASIS England is governed by the TASIS England Board of Directors, which sets fiscal and operating policies. The TASIS Schools and Summer Programs are owned by the TASIS Foundation, a Swiss not-for-profit educational foundation.
Fees

Annual tuition at TASIS England ranges from GBP 15,600 to GBP 69,650 for 2026/27.

Overview of fees (figures in GBP)

Application Fee
- A non-refundable application fee of GBP 240 applies per application.

Enrollment Deposit and Development Fund Fee
- Enrollment deposit (payable on enrollment): Day students GBP 1,000; Boarding students GBP 2,000. The deposit is held in credit by the school, rolled forward for subsequent years, and refunded at the end of the final year less any outstanding charges (or it may be donated to the school's Financial Aid Fund). If a student fails to start or is withdrawn prior to starting, the deposit will be retained.
- One-time Development Fund fee for all new students: GBP 900.

Tuition — Day students (annual tuition by year group)
- Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4–5): GBP 15,600. These fees include tuition, classroom materials, most activities, snacks, and the cost of most curriculum-related activities and field trips.
- Kindergarten and Grades 1–3: GBP 26,800. Day K–12 fees include tuition, lunches, loan of textbooks, IT and laboratory fees, some classroom materials, and most curriculum-related activities and field trips.
- Grade 4: GBP 30,040.
- Grades 5–8: GBP 32,560.
- Grades 9–12: GBP 35,740.
- Day tuition does not include bus transport, uniforms, varsity sports travel and equipment, school-sponsored overnight trips, or costs for external exams such as the SAT, AP, or IB.

Tuition — Boarding students (annual and semester options)
- Full-year boarding (Grades 8–12): GBP 66,970 (this covers tuition plus boarding).
- First-semester-only boarding: GBP 37,921 (payable in full at enrollment for semester joiners).
- Second-semester-only boarding: GBP 33,724 (payable in full at enrollment for semester joiners).
- Boarding fees include tuition plus room and full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks), loan of textbooks, most IT and laboratory fees, annual laptop maintenance, weekly linen service (bed linen and towels) and access to laundry facilities, travel insurance for school-sponsored trips, and access to the on-campus Health Center.
- Boarding fees do not include private medical insurance (mandatory for boarders), uniforms, varsity sports travel and equipment, school-sponsored overnight trips except October Travel Week (which is included for Grades 9–12), charges related to vaccinations, costs of external exams, or Child Student/Student Visa expenses.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Day students: First tuition installment of 60% of the full-year fee plus the one-time Development Fund fee for new students (GBP 900) is due on June 1 (or within 14 days of invoice if the invoice is issued after June 1). The remaining balance is payable by November 15.
- Boarding students (who do not require a Child Student Visa or Student Visa): First tuition installment of 70% of the full-year fee plus the one-time Development Fund fee for new students (GBP 900) is due by June 1 (or within 14 days of invoice if issued after June 1). The remaining balance is payable by November 15. Fees for students joining for the first or second semester only are payable in full at enrollment.
- If a Child Student Visa or Student Visa is required, full tuition must be received prior to the start of the visa process; the tuition payment deadline for visa applicants is the same as the general deadline (due June 1 or within 14 days of invoice if issued after June 1). Mid-year starters are charged pro rata from their expected start date, payable within 14 days of invoice.

Payment methods and related terms
- Primary payment method is a Secure Payment Portal; payments accepted via bank transfer, debit card, or Visa or Mastercard credit card through the portal. Bank charges incurred on international/other transfers will be debited to the student account and must be cleared by the payer. Alternative payment arrangements are available through the Business Office on request.
- Late payments: Interest may be charged on overdue amounts at a rate of 1% per year above the base rate, calculated daily from the due date until payment. Students may be restricted from attending classes, participating in co-curricular activities, or traveling with the school until a payment plan is approved or outstanding sums are cleared. Families are encouraged to contact the Business Office to discuss payment plans.

Other costs and charges
- Busing, uniforms, varsity sports travel and equipment, school-sponsored overnight trips (unless specifically included in boarding fees), external exam fees (SAT, AP, IB), private medical insurance (boarding students must have insurance; insurance is available through the school and will be invoiced), vaccination-related charges, visa application expenses, and certain travel costs are not included in tuition and are payable in addition to tuition and boarding fees.

Refunds and cancellation rules
- The enrollment deposit is non-refundable if the student fails to start or is withdrawn prior to starting. Specific cancellation provisions apply:
- Cancellation by completion of the Admissions Withdrawal Form prior to June 1: the non-refundable deposit is retained and all additional tuition fees and payments will be refunded.
- Cancellation on or after June 1 but before August 1: the non-refundable deposit is retained and the family is liable for 10% of the tuition.
- Cancellation on or after August 1: all payments and deposits will be retained and the family shall be obligated for the full year's tuition and any other fees owing at the time of cancellation.
- Once enrollment is confirmed and a boarding student has arrived on campus or a day student has started classes, no refund or reimbursement of fees is payable in the event of subsequent withdrawal except in narrowly defined circumstances (for example, a refund of the second-semester tuition may be available to day families subject to physical relocation if certain conditions are met, including acceptance of a replacement student by the school). No reduction of fees is granted for student absence. All financial obligations must be met before records, recommendations, or reports are released.

Notes about inclusions and exclusions (summary)
- Day tuition generally includes tuition, lunches, textbooks on loan, IT and lab fees, basic classroom materials, and most curriculum-related activities and field trips; it excludes bus transport, uniforms, varsity sports travel/equipment, school-sponsored overnight trips, and external exam fees. Boarding tuition includes the above plus room and full board and specified boarding services; it excludes private medical insurance (mandatory for boarders), uniforms, most overnight trip costs (except those specifically included), external exam fees, vaccination charges, and visa expenses.
Academics

TASIS England teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Grades 9 and 10 follow the American High School Diploma with AP courses available with the Academic Dean's approval. Grades 11 and 12 offer either the IB Diploma Programme or the American Diploma with AP courses. Honors Linear Algebra is offered as an advanced mathematics option. Graduation requires English, Mathematics, History, Science, an Additional Language with a third-level proficiency in one language, Arts, Physical Education, and 60 hours of service. English Language Learners are supported through an English-as-an-Additional Language program and an International Section providing specialized instruction in English, History, and the Sciences.

Student Teacher Ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio is 6:1. Average class size is 9.

Exam Results
IB Diploma: 62 IB candidates, 47 full IB Diploma candidates; average point score 34 (world average 30); 91% pass rate (world average 81%), with 15% achieving above 38 points and the top score 43. AP: 180 students took 414 AP exams with a 94% pass rate; 89 AP Scholars (18 with Honors, 37 with Distinction); 26 AP courses were offered.

Higher Education Progression
Approximately 99% of the Class of 2025 pursued higher education within one year of graduation, with 32% in the UK, 32% in the USA, and the remainder in other countries. Over £3.1 million in scholarships were awarded to TASIS England graduates. A College Counseling Team supports university admissions.

Gifted and Talented
Honors Linear Algebra is offered as an advanced mathematics option. AP and IB programs provide opportunities for advanced study, with 26 AP courses offered and AP Scholar recognition (including Scholars with Honors and Distinction).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school maintains a holistic approach to student development with a focus on intellectual curiosity, open-mindedness, and compassion within a global community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Upper School provides English-language instruction with English-as-an-Additional Language (levels 1–4) support as part of its inclusive program.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English-as-an-Additional Language courses are offered in ascending levels (Levels 1–4) to support students as they develop proficiency in English.

Mental Wellbeing
The Well-being framework supports students' emotional health and resilience as part of the overall education experience.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection are embedded in school policies and practices to ensure a safe learning environment.
Parent Experience

History
TASIS England opened in 1976 as TASIS The American School in England, an international boarding and day school founded by Mary Crist Fleming. TASIS, The American School in Switzerland, was founded in 1956 by Mrs. M. Crist Fleming, making TASIS England part of the longer-running TASIS family. The TASIS crest embodies four symbols—tower for culture, lamp for wisdom, sun for truth, and book for knowledge—reflecting the founders' educational principles. TASIS England educates over 600 students who come from more than 60 countries.

Community
Outside of the classroom, student life includes a wide range of after-school and weekend activities on campus and off. For boarding students, weekend trips and activities extend beyond the school with proximity to London providing access to theatre, concerts, sports events, and shopping. The active TASIS England Parent Association (TPA) connects the school community through social events throughout the year, including a Back-to-School Welcome Picnic, Trunk or Treat, a Spring Fundraiser, the International Festival, and Mayfair. The Parents' Information and Resource Committee (PIRC) offers settling-in support and informational seminars and smaller social events for transitioning families.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
TPA is a group of volunteer parents promoting close relationships within the school community and facilitating communication between the parents, students, faculty, staff, and administration. It connects the community through the Buddy Family Program, TASIS Appreciation Week, the International Festival, and various other social events, and communicates via the Parents' Facebook page, weekly newsletters, monthly executive board meetings, and grade-level WhatsApp groups. It enhances the school environment through fundraising activities such as TASIS England SpiritWear and the TPA Gala, with funds supporting the TASIS England Financial Aid Fund. PIRC, a sub-committee of the TPA, offers settling-in seminars and topical information sessions. The TPA organizes events including the TASIS Welcome Picnic, Trunk or Treat, TASIS Appreciation Week and Luncheon, Holiday Decorating, the Spring Fundraiser, International Festival, and Mayfair. Key programs include Boarding Program, Buddy Family Program, International Group, Arts Parents, Sports Parents, TASIS Spirit Wear Store, and Used Uniform Sales.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The TASIS England campus covers 46 acres in Thorpe, Surrey. Fleming Theatre provides on-campus performance space and is complemented by the Fleming Gallery for student and visiting artist exhibitions. The Upper School Library is housed in a chapel on the South Campus and contains over 13,000 books with modern work spaces, group work spaces, independent reading areas, and a qualified librarian. The campus has on-site Arts and Sports facilities to support student life, including a Fitness Center on the North Campus. On-site sports facilities include gyms and playing fields that support the school's broad athletics program.

Sports Facilities
The Fitness Center is on the second floor of the Gymnasium building on the North Campus, opened in September 2002, with PRECOR cardio machines, resistance machines, a Free Weights Zone and a Functional Zone. The gyms and playing fields on campus support a broad athletics program. The sports and activities program includes both recreational and competitive team sports, with opportunities to participate locally and in Europe through ISAA memberships. Sports and activities are offered in all three school sections on a trimester basis, supporting skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Academic Facilities
The Upper School Library is housed in a chapel on the South Campus and contains over 13,000 books, with modern work spaces, group work spaces, independent reading areas, and a qualified librarian. The Library supports every subject with materials, academic databases, newspapers, magazines, and textbooks, and digital resources are accessible through myTASIS. The Fleming Gallery is a teaching gallery that exhibits student artwork and works by visiting artists. The Arts programs include Studio Arts, Theatre, Dance, Music, Photography, and Film, with facilities to support these programs and regular arts events such as concerts and exhibitions. The Fleming Theatre provides a dedicated performance space for theatre productions on campus.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts programs include Studio Arts, Theatre, Dance, Music, Photography, and Film; the Fleming Gallery and Fleming Theatre host student exhibitions and performances. The co-curricular program offers a wide range of clubs and activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and Model United Nations. Student-led clubs include admissions ambassadors, book club, debate, computer science, and many service- or interest-based groups, with students able to start new clubs. Community service opportunities are available on campus and off campus, including service trips. Upper School travel opportunities include trips such as ski trips during term breaks.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Travel is an integral part of TASIS England's education and experience. By extending learning beyond the campus, the program helps students develop important life skills and gain a first-hand perspective of the world. The trips draw on the cultural riches of Europe and are often the highlight of the year. Travel enhances academic studies with real-life experiences and fosters international mindedness and a global perspective.

Arts & Creative
The Arts are extensive at TASIS England, including Studio Arts, Theatre, Dance, Music, Photography, and Film. Lower and Middle Schools offer Arts classes with specialist teachers, while Upper School provides a broad range of courses and requires at least one Arts credit for the diploma. The School hosts many music recitals and concerts, theatre productions, and art and photography exhibitions during the year.

Cultural & Language
The school supports language and culture through immersive travel and culture-focused clubs. Upper School and Middle School travel weeks include language immersion opportunities, and trips are organized to complement language study. The Student-led Clubs program offers culture-focused groups such as Brazil Club, Peru Club, and Romanian Children's Relief Club, helping students explore global cultures.

Social & Hobbies
The co-curricular program offers a wide range of after-school clubs and activities across all three school sections. The Lower School Club program provides social interaction and skill-building in a safe environment. Middle School offers a diverse mix of after-school clubs and intramural and recreational sports, while Upper School features student-led clubs and a varied program of activities, including long-term commitments such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award and Model United Nations.

Community & Service
Community service is integral to TASIS England's education. The school emphasizes service leadership and opportunities to contribute to society, helping students develop empathy and resilience. Upper School students participate in the Community Service Program (CSP) with hour requirements, and IB Diploma students engage in Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) as part of their diploma.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities are embedded across TASIS England. Duke of Edinburgh and the Model United Nations provide long-term leadership and teamwork experiences, with travel to conferences as part of MUN. The TASIS Leadership Academy offers leadership development opportunities through international trips, and students can take on formal roles such as Prefects and Student Council.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Health and Well-being Center provides on-site nursing care and holistic support for students, including access to counselors. The Center coordinates with health professionals as needed and supports boarders with on-campus clinics. TASIS England also promotes nutritious food and regular physical exercise to create a healthy campus environment, complemented by the Fitness Center on the North Campus.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction in the International Section, with courses offered in English at all levels. AP courses include Chinese Language and Culture, French Language and Culture, and Spanish Language and Culture. The IB Diploma Programme includes Group 1 Languages A (English, German, Spanish) and Group 2 Languages B/Ab Initio (French, German, Spanish). English-as-an-Additional Language (EAL) is provided across Lower, Middle, and Upper School with dedicated teachers; TASIS England is an associate member of the WIDA International School Consortium.
Reputation

Awards
AP and IB program highlights are noted on school pages; no individual student awards are listed on the cited pages

Accreditations
Council of International Schools (CIS) & New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC); IB Diploma Evaluation Report; British Council Report; UK Border Agency; ISI inspection reports (2019, 2023, 2024)
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 – Express your interest and start the online inquiry. Complete the online inquiry form to begin the admissions process; you will receive an email with a link to create your online application account. You will have access to all application items and can upload documents through the online account. If you cannot complete the online form, email the Admissions Office to request a PDF version.

Step 2 – Create your online application account. After submitting the inquiry, you will receive a link to create your online application account with a username and password. You can access all application items and submit forms online or upload documents.

Step 3 – Complete and submit the application items. Upload a photograph of your child, a copy of their birth certificate, and their passport photo page to the application account. Attach any required documents such as complete official transcripts, current standardized testing results (e.g., ERB, IOWA, MAP, TAKS, SSAT, PSAT), and psycho-educational evaluations if applicable. Note the non‑refundable £240 application fee per child.

Step 4 – Parent questionnaire. Complete and submit the parent questionnaire.

Step 5 – Teacher and Head of School recommendations. Ask your child's main class teacher to complete the online recommendation form, and have the Head of School or School Counselor complete their recommendation. These forms are sent directly to the Admissions Office.

Step 6 – Kindergarten/Grade 1 specifics. If applying to Kindergarten or Grade 1, have your child complete the appropriate page of the student questionnaire and upload it to the application.

Step 7 – Ask questions as needed. Email the Admissions Office with any questions you may have during the process.

Step 8 – Rolling admissions and campus visit. TASIS England has a flexible, rolling admissions policy and welcomes applications for students aged 4 to 18 all year round. Applications are considered throughout the year, and interested families are invited to visit the campus.

Scholarships
Financial Assistance – Means-tested support is available for qualifying students (day or boarding, local or international) who meet academic requirements. Awards typically range from 5% to 25% of tuition. Applicants must submit evidence of income, capital, and other assets; means testing is carried out annually and the level of support can change with parental income. To apply for means-tested financial assistance, express interest by emailing ukadmissions@tasisengland.org, obtain the Financial Assistance Application, complete it with supporting documentation, and ensure the TASIS England admission application and £240 fee are received before consideration. If approved, a Confirmation Letter and enrollment deposit may follow.

Our Global Community Scholarship – These non-means-tested awards are available to day and boarding students entering from Grade 8 (Year 9) to Grade 11 (Year 12) who demonstrate excellence in academics and in sports, the arts, or service/community work, with the potential to contribute to TASIS England. Average awards range between £500 and £2,500 and are deducted from tuition; a small number of larger awards may be offered. A limited number of Scholarships are available based on funds and applicant quality. Applicants for means-tested financial assistance are also considered for the Global Community Scholarship, but Scholarship applicants are not automatically granted financial assistance.

Applying for a Global Community Scholarship – Step 1: Express interest by emailing ukadmissions@tasisengland.org with the student name and grade. Step 2: Submit the scholarship application items (Scholarship Application, teacher reference, Head Teacher reference, school reports/transcripts, attendance records if not included in transcripts). Current TASIS England students need only one recommendation. Step 3: The Scholarship deadlines are: November 1, December 1, January 5, February 1, March 1 (with weekend deadlines moving to the next business day); complete applications are reviewed by the Scholarship Committee and decisions are communicated by the end of the same month; funds are awarded until the scholarship budget is exhausted. Step 4: Scholarships are awarded based on high academic achievement, excellence beyond the classroom (sports, arts, leadership, service), and evidence of a positive contribution to current school and community. Step 5: Continuation of the award is expected as long as the student remains enrolled and meets behavior and academic expectations.

Primary School Bursary – Updated for 2025-26, this bursary supports long-standing local residents with primary school children (Nursery through Year 6). Award levels are: Reception/Pre-K £1,500; Years 1-6 £5,500. Eligibility can include multiple children in Nursery to Year 6 and proof of UK residency for at least 5 consecutive years. To apply, express interest by emailing ukadmissions@tasisengland.org with the student's name and grade; the bursary is considered for families who have completed the admission application.
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