British International School of Boston

The BISB campus is in Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood, on the border with Brookline. The address is 416 Pond Street, Boston, MA 02130. The campus spans 40 acres of green woodland with a purpose-built school building and dedicated year-group floors.

Ages 18 months–18 years. Early Years: 18 months–4 years; Lower School: 5–10; Middle School: 11–13; High School: 14–18.

The school is a private day school.

More than 80 nationalities represented. Approximately 75% of students are local to Boston; 25% are expatriates from England, Spain, Russia, the Netherlands, Brazil, and China. More than 20 languages spoken by families.

English-language support is available for students.

The school day runs 8:20 am–3:30 pm. Early drop-off starts at 7:30 am, and after-school care runs from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

Bus transportation is offered from multiple spots in greater Boston, including downtown Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chestnut Hill, Needham, Waltham, Dedham, and Wellesley.

Preschool follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) of the English National Curriculum and is aligned with the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC). Learning is play-based and includes Forest School experiences; specialist French and music are delivered within the program. Lower School (ages 5–10) teaches a combination of the National Curriculum of England and the International Primary Curriculum, with a cross-curricular, thematic approach and specialist language lessons (French or Spanish). Middle School (ages 11–13) follows the National Curriculum of England, offering a broad range of subjects and an enrichment program that links to international experiences; it prepares students for IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme in High School. High School (ages 14–18) offers IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13; the IGCSE is a two-year, ten-subject program, and the IB Diploma core includes service, an extended essay, and critical thinking. BISB integrates global opportunities through Nord Anglia Education, with collaborations via Global Campus and partners such as MIT and Juilliard.

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IB Diploma results for Class of 2025: 96% pass rate; average 34.4 points; 16% of students achieved 40+ points. These results significantly exceed global averages.

Graduates go on to attend leading universities around the world, including Harvard University, the University of Oxford, McGill University, and University College London, among others.

Mentor groups are small (max 15 students). Mentors support academic progress and daily wellbeing. The programme develops social and emotional skills and empathy. PSHE supports safe, healthy choices and positive self-image. PSHE is delivered via assemblies, the mentor programme, and the IB activities programme.

Learning Support and Counseling available for diverse needs. Whole-school, 'high quality teaching first' approach. EAL support included in Learning Support. Services reevaluated annually with student/parent input. Contact Director of Learning Support or EAL Teacher for more information.

EAL support is part of Learning Support. EAL is led by an EAL Teacher. EAL contact is Elizabeth Sockwell. EAL provision is included in the Learning Support policy. Parents and students can contact the EAL Teacher or Director of Learning Support for information.

School Counseling and mental health services are accessible for students in need of support. Staff training includes safeguarding and suicide prevention. The Mentor Programme strengthens social-emotional skills such as resilience and empathy. Student Wellbeing Survey is conducted each term in Middle and High School. Mental health issues can indicate risks and require appropriate referrals.

BISB has a safeguarding policy to provide a safe environment. DSLs and Deputy DSLs are identified and staff receive safeguarding training. Induction and ongoing safeguarding training are required for staff and contractors. Safeguarding records are maintained in approved software (ISAMs CPOMs or MyConcern). The policy aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

1. Contact BISB. Submit the inquiry form online, email the Admissions team, or call the Admissions office to begin the process. The Admissions team is available to answer questions and guide families through BISB's admissions process. They will help you understand the documents required and what happens next.

2. Discover our school. Visit BISB in person or join a Virtual Discovery Meeting with the Director of Admissions, who will share BISB's personalized approach to learning and answer your questions. You'll tell BISB more about your child, your family, and what you're looking for. The Director will provide details about BISB's programs and admissions steps.

3. Apply for a place. Submit the online application form and the required supporting documents for your child. These documents include your child's report cards and evaluations, and, for Middle and High Schoolers, standardized test results. There are key admissions dates for 2026-27: Application Deadline January 15, 2026; Admissions Decisions Released March 10, 2026; Enrollment Deadline April 10, 2026. We also continue accepting applications throughout the school year to fill spaces that remain open.

BISB's 2025 graduating class received offers from more than 100 top universities and was awarded $2.53 million in scholarships.