British Schools in the World are a great choice for both local and expat families as they offer globally recognized curricula, outstanding academics plus a nurturing environment for children. Discover our selection of the best British Schools in the World, including reviews, fees, and why families choose them.
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Why families choose a British school?
British education has achieved a strong reputation for quality, and it is respected and highly recognized all over the world. The National Curriculum of England - also commonly referred to as the "UK Curriculum" or "British Curriculum" is the first choice for many families. The British curriculum has a very structured program and one of the biggest benefits it offers to students is that it allows them to move seamlessly from country to country or back to the UK while receiving a world-class education and qualifications that are recognized and highly valued by universities around the world. Education experts around the world agree on many benefits of studying abroad. The choice of the country will depend on the individual preferences but any destination will bring the student to experience a new culture, meet international friends, create more independence and confidence, develop new language skills, boost social network and increase future professional opportunities.
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Top rated British Schools in 2025
This British Schools list is informed by World Schools data—we consider parents and students reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.
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2025American International School Vienna
0 reviewsVienna - AustriaInternational Schoolfrom 12000 to 23000 eurSet within the rich cultural context of Austria and the beauty of the Vienna woods, the American International School Vienna is one of the top international schools in the country.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Virtus College, The British Sixth Form
2 reviewsMadrid - SpainInternational Schoolfrom 23000 to 24000 eurVirtus College, The British Sixth Form College is an innovative Sixth Form College devoted to academic excellence and holistic education. We specialise in A-level with an average of 5 students per class.Why parents choose this schoolBritish CurriculumADHD Autism Dyslexia -
2025Taejon Christian International School
0 reviewsDaejeon - South KoreaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 20000 to 40000 usdTaejon Christian International School was established in 1958.Why parents choose this schoolChristianAmerican Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025OBS / Obersee Bilingual School
0 reviewsWollerau - HöfeInternational Schoolfrom 32000 to 38000 chfWelcome to OBS. Empowering children to face the complex challenges of the future.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English GermanInternational Baccalaureate Swiss Curriculum -
2025Korean International School, Hong Kong
0 reviewsHong Kong Island - Hong KongInternational Schoolfrom 93400 to 131700 hkdKorean International School (KIS) is an international school in Hong Kong that offers a British-style, academic education designed for the English-speaking community in Hong Kong.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum Other -
2025Sharjah English School
0 reviewsSharjah - Emirate of SharjahInternational Schoolfrom 27390 to 70135 aedEstablished in 1974, Sharjah English School is a pioneering not-for-profit educational institution in the UAE, proud of its rich heritage and commitment to providing a world-class education. We reflect on our journey of growth and innovation, guided by the principle of “Rich in History, Future Focused.”Why parents choose this schoolBritish CurriculumADHD Autism Dyslexia -
2025International School Ho Chi Minh City
4 reviewsHo Chi Minh City - Ho Chi MinhInternational Schoolfrom 240900000 to 871300000 vndInternational School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) established in 1993 and is the first IB World School in Vietnam, which provides IB with a culturally diverse perspective to students aged 2 – 18 years.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Lincoln International Academy
0 reviewsSantiago de Chile - ChileInternational Schoolfrom 3418785 to 6117390 clpLincoln International Academy is a co-ed, day school with a high academic standard and a solid training in the English language.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English SpanishFinnish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Hangzhou International School (HIS)
0 reviewsHangzhou - ZhejiangInternational Schoolfrom 185,000 to 237,500 cnyHIS is the Only Non-Profit, International Accredited (WASC), IB World School in Zhejiang Province.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025International School of Lausanne
0 reviewsLausanne - VaudInternational Schoolfrom 21000 to 38600 chfThe International School of Lausanne (ISL), a leading non-profit, independent school dedicated to delivering a world-class International Baccalaureate (IB) education, was established in 1962. ISL stands out for its exceptional academic track record, innovative and inclusive learning environment, and vibrant international community. Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and a member of the […]
Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchInternational BaccalaureateADHD Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness -
2025The Metropolitan School of Panama
0 reviewsPanama City - PanamaInternational Schoolfrom 10974 to 18123 usdThe Metropolitan School of Panama is a private IB World school and the only the only school in Panama and Central America to offer the International Baccalaureate’s continuum of programs in English.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Prince of Wales Island International School
0 reviewsBalik Pulau - George TownInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 30,000 to 60,000 myrWelcome to Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS). We offer a broad and balanced education based on a British-style curriculum for students aged 3 to 19.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum -
2025Rugby School Japan
0 reviewsTokyo - JapanInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 5000000 to 8200000 jpyRugby School Japan (RSJ) is located in Kashiwanoha, a designated education, Innovation and entrepreneurial hub within the greater Tokyo district, Japan. Opened in September 2023, Rugby School Japan is the second international school founded by the prestigious Rugby School group. The school is a co-educational, day and boarding school for pupils ages 11-18 years. It […]
Why parents choose this schoolBritish CurriculumIntellectual Giftedness -
2025Barcelona High School
2 reviewsBarcelona - CatalunyaInternational Schoolfrom 9500 to 11500 eurFounded in 2020, Barcelona High School (BHS) is a non-traditional, dynamic and diverse international American school start-up, perfectly located in the center of Barcelona Spain, in Gracia.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum -
2025St. Peter's School Barcelona
3 reviewsBarcelona - CatalunyaInternational Schoolfrom 9800 to 17289 eurSt. Peter’s school is the only school in Barcelona with the IB Continuum taught in English. We offer the three International Baccalaureate programmes: Early and Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programme.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025International School of Geneva
0 reviewsGeneva - SwitzerlandInternational Schoolfrom 20000 to 35830 chfEcolint, the world’s first international school, was founded after WWI in 1924 by visionaries with a bold mission: to create a school dedicated to peace. Our unwavering commitment to this vision celebrates the equal value of every human being and fosters friendships among young scholars from over 143 different nationalities.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchCambridge Curriculum International Baccalaureate Montessori Other Swiss CurriculumADHD Autism Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness -
2025The Western International School of Shanghai (WISS)
5 reviewsShanghai - ChinaInternational Schoolfrom 161975 to 275600 cnyThe Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) is a forward-looking school that has been inspiring young people from around the world since 2006.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate
How much do British schools cost?
According to World Schools data, the yearly tuition fee for British Schools in ranges between $9900 and $13700. However, the cost varies significantly depending on various factors such as the school curriculum, extracurricular activities, location, and facilities, and can go up to $2900.
The average yearly cost is $12400, around $1300 per month, and can go up to the maximum monthly cost of $300.
Additionally, most schools will also charge a one-time registration fee, and you also need to count an extra budget during the year for extracurricular trips, holiday camps, etc.
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Parent and Student Reviews
- I think having co-curricular activities are fun because you can learn outside of school and make new friends. Also, because having after school activities allows me to do what I want to do.Written March 27, 2023
- We have chosen St. Peter’s School because we wanted our daughter to be educated in English since that would be of great help in her future. And we also wanted to provide her with the opportunity to have friends from other nationalities, because that would enable her to get to know other cultures and traditions. What we value the most is the fact that our daughter is happy in school. We noticed this since she started at the age of 3. In her own words, St. Peter’s is “a very special place”.What we like the most about the school is that they have small groups, because that enables teachers to provide students with a very personalized education, helping every child with their needs. We like the curriculum, the activities that respond to social needs and the special events such as the “World Book Day”, the “Chocolatada Solidaria”, the “Book Fair” or the “Maths International Day”. It has been a great decision to bring our daughter to this school, we are very happy!Written February 26, 2023
- Choosing our children’s school is not an easy task. When we arrived at St. Peter we had already visited several schools, we were tired and discouraged, as none of the previous ones had met our expectations. At St. Peter, we were received with incomparable attention and, little by little, during the visit, our doubts were clarified and our insecurity was dissolved. Finally, when we entered the art room – a space with so many colors, textures and smells – we were sure that St. Peter would be our choice. We can see our son’s growth daily, his incredible linguistic development, the recognition of numbers, the writing of his own name and so many other achievements that make us sure that we made the right decision when choosing St. Peter as our school.Written February 26, 2023
- We chose St. Peters as we were drawn by its vision and mission, to nurture students with a love for life-long learning, and making meaningful contributions to society. Adapting to a new country as a family is challenging but the professionalism of the St. Peter’s family eased it for us where our child’s education is concerned. Our child enjoys going to school and we are very impressed and appreciative of the efforts and dedication of the teachers and staff, in ensuring a loving and safe environment for our child to develop and prosper. The teachers and staff constantly project an enthusiastic outlook for the betterment of the students, see every child with potential of his/her own and always strive for close partnership with parents. We saw how they rose to the occasion as an institution in overcoming the challenges of the lockdown last year and this ongoing pandemic. Our child looks forward and speaks fondly of his school experiences daily and we thank the St Peters family for this.Written February 26, 2023
- At ISHCMC, I achieved more than I ever thought was even possible. I have always felt empowered and supported by my teachers to explore my passion. ISHCMC is where I developed as a person and my experiences and lessons learned have shaped who I am today.Written February 25, 2023
- As parents, we feel that the standard of teaching and the way of learning sets ISHCMC apart; the IB at ISHCMC is a fascinating way of learning.Written February 25, 2023
- ISHCMC is a brilliant learning environment because it teaches the children how to be independent and how to think outside the boxWritten February 25, 2023
- My family and I have been embraced and welcomed by WISS community with open arms and we look forward to being a part of this family for many years to come.Written February 25, 2023
- My children have lived in many different countries and attended many different international schools, they are the happiest they have ever been.Written February 25, 2023
- I like the way WISS supports art and creativity. Kids are encouraged to develop their talent in all topics, from music to theatre, from painting to dancing, as well as all the other subjects, and they can express themselves in multiple ways.Written February 25, 2023
- We like WISS because of its community. The multi-cultural atmosphere has given everyone, especially our son, the awareness, appreciation, and respect that they need when encountering different kinds of cultures in their lives. But the best thing about the school is how their education is integrated with the world and with current events. What they learn isn’t kept in their books, but it is often applied in their daily lives.Written February 25, 2023
- It’s amazing here. There are so many people from all over the world and we are really engaged and involved in the WISS community and really feel it is our family here. We really like the method of teaching and the way the kids learn because it’s not just working in a very academic way. Its working on projects in a group and it’s really focused on teamwork.Written February 25, 2023
- I think having co-curricular activities are fun because you can learn outside of school and make new friends. Also, because having after school activities allows me to do what I want to do.Written March 27, 2023
- We have chosen St. Peter’s School because we wanted our daughter to be educated in English since that would be of great help in her future. And we also wanted to provide her with the opportunity to have friends from other nationalities, because that would enable her to get to know other cultures and traditions. What we value the most is the fact that our daughter is happy in school. We noticed this since she started at the age of 3. In her own words, St. Peter’s is “a very special place”.What we like the most about the school is that they have small groups, because that enables teachers to provide students with a very personalized education, helping every child with their needs. We like the curriculum, the activities that respond to social needs and the special events such as the “World Book Day”, the “Chocolatada Solidaria”, the “Book Fair” or the “Maths International Day”. It has been a great decision to bring our daughter to this school, we are very happy!Written February 26, 2023
- Choosing our children’s school is not an easy task. When we arrived at St. Peter we had already visited several schools, we were tired and discouraged, as none of the previous ones had met our expectations. At St. Peter, we were received with incomparable attention and, little by little, during the visit, our doubts were clarified and our insecurity was dissolved. Finally, when we entered the art room – a space with so many colors, textures and smells – we were sure that St. Peter would be our choice. We can see our son’s growth daily, his incredible linguistic development, the recognition of numbers, the writing of his own name and so many other achievements that make us sure that we made the right decision when choosing St. Peter as our school.Written February 26, 2023
- We chose St. Peters as we were drawn by its vision and mission, to nurture students with a love for life-long learning, and making meaningful contributions to society. Adapting to a new country as a family is challenging but the professionalism of the St. Peter’s family eased it for us where our child’s education is concerned. Our child enjoys going to school and we are very impressed and appreciative of the efforts and dedication of the teachers and staff, in ensuring a loving and safe environment for our child to develop and prosper. The teachers and staff constantly project an enthusiastic outlook for the betterment of the students, see every child with potential of his/her own and always strive for close partnership with parents. We saw how they rose to the occasion as an institution in overcoming the challenges of the lockdown last year and this ongoing pandemic. Our child looks forward and speaks fondly of his school experiences daily and we thank the St Peters family for this.Written February 26, 2023
- At ISHCMC, I achieved more than I ever thought was even possible. I have always felt empowered and supported by my teachers to explore my passion. ISHCMC is where I developed as a person and my experiences and lessons learned have shaped who I am today.Written February 25, 2023
- As parents, we feel that the standard of teaching and the way of learning sets ISHCMC apart; the IB at ISHCMC is a fascinating way of learning.Written February 25, 2023
- ISHCMC is a brilliant learning environment because it teaches the children how to be independent and how to think outside the boxWritten February 25, 2023
- My family and I have been embraced and welcomed by WISS community with open arms and we look forward to being a part of this family for many years to come.Written February 25, 2023
- My children have lived in many different countries and attended many different international schools, they are the happiest they have ever been.Written February 25, 2023
- I like the way WISS supports art and creativity. Kids are encouraged to develop their talent in all topics, from music to theatre, from painting to dancing, as well as all the other subjects, and they can express themselves in multiple ways.Written February 25, 2023
- We like WISS because of its community. The multi-cultural atmosphere has given everyone, especially our son, the awareness, appreciation, and respect that they need when encountering different kinds of cultures in their lives. But the best thing about the school is how their education is integrated with the world and with current events. What they learn isn’t kept in their books, but it is often applied in their daily lives.Written February 25, 2023
- It’s amazing here. There are so many people from all over the world and we are really engaged and involved in the WISS community and really feel it is our family here. We really like the method of teaching and the way the kids learn because it’s not just working in a very academic way. Its working on projects in a group and it’s really focused on teamwork.Written February 25, 2023