The International Baccalaureate Organisation is a non-profit foundation headquartered in Geneva that provides four distinct educational programmes for students aged 3 to 19. Unlike a trade association, the IBO functions as an examination board and curriculum developer, authorising institutions as "IB World Schools." In the UK independent sector, it is best known for the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), a rigorous, holistic alternative to A-levels that emphasises critical thinking, global mindedness, and intercultural understanding.
IBO Member Schools (24)
Godolphin and Latymer School is an independent day school for girls aged 11 to 18, situated in Hammersmith, West London. Established in 1861 as a boys’ school, it was reconstituted in 1905 with support from the Latymer Foundation. The campus features Victorian architecture alongside contemporary facilities, notably the Bishop Centre for performing arts, housed in a converted church designed by William Butterfield. Students in the Sixth Form choose between A Levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The school’s ethos encourages intellectual curiosity, independent thought, and a commitment to social responsibility.
Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill is a co-educational independent day school in Wembley, North London, for pupils aged 3 to 18. Established in 2015, it is housed in the Grade II listed Brent Town Hall, a refurbished Art Deco landmark on a five-acre campus. The school provides two bilingual pathways: the French national curriculum leading to the Baccalauréat and an English-language track culminating in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Facilities include modern science laboratories, an indoor gymnasium, and outdoor sports courts, fostering an environment of academic rigour and international-mindedness.
King's College School, Wimbledon, is an independent day school located on the edge of Wimbledon Common in London. Currently catering for boys aged 7-18 and girls in the sixth form, the school is transitioning to become fully co-educational over the next decade. Founded by Royal Charter, the school maintains a heritage rooted in intellectual endeavour and a progressive spirit. It occupies a 20-acre campus with extensive facilities, including a dedicated music school and various sports venues. The curriculum is designed to prepare pupils for their lives beyond school, emphasising a balanced education in mind, spirit, and heart.
King Edward's Witley is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated within a 100-acre estate in the Surrey Hills. Founded in 1553 by King Edward VI, the school moved from London to its current site in Godalming in 1867. It offers a broad curriculum including both A-levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The school emphasises a holistic education, supported by facilities such as a dedicated music school, a business and finance centre, and extensive sports grounds.
Buckswood School is a co-educational day and boarding school situated on a 40-acre country estate in Guestling, East Sussex. Occupying Broomham Hall, which features a 15th-century main house, the school provides a rural setting described as a "global school in the heart of the British countryside." The curriculum includes GCSEs, A Levels, and the International Baccalaureate. Guided by its "12 Pillars" ethos, the school claims to focus on internationalism and personal development. Notable campus facilities include a specialist football academy, riding stables, a vineyard, and a woodland activity centre.
Fulham School is a co-educational independent day school in London, founded in 1996. Operating across several sites in Fulham, the school provides a broad education for pupils from nursery age through to eighteen. The preparatory school is housed in a Victorian building on Greyhound Road, notable as a former filming location for the television programme Grange Hill. As a member of the Inspired Education Group, the school follows a holistic ethos centred on academics, sport, and the performing arts. Facilities include specialist science laboratories, creative art studios, and various all-weather sports pitches.
Halcyon London International School is a co-educational, not-for-profit day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in Marylebone. Founded in 2013, it is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. The school’s ethos focuses on innovation, student agency, and a research-led approach to wellbeing and restorative practice. Recognised as a Google Reference School and Apple Regional Training Centre, it integrates advanced technology into its teaching. The school occupies a central site near Marble Arch, utilising local facilities including the Seymour Leisure Centre and Hyde Park for sport and recreation.
Christ's Hospital is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for students aged 11-18, situated on a 1,200-acre estate south of Horsham, West Sussex. Established in 1552, the school operates under a royal charter and is known for its charitable foundation. It claims to challenge inequality by providing a nurturing education to young people from diverse backgrounds, with a majority of students receiving means-tested bursaries. The curriculum aims to combine academic ambition with a focus on broader opportunities in sports, music, art, and drama.
Kent College Canterbury is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, situated on an 80-acre site overlooking the historic city of Canterbury. Founded in 1885 as a Methodist school, it comprises a junior school, senior school, and sixth form. The school is notable for its working farm, which allows students to engage in agricultural activities. Facilities include the Great Hall for performing arts and extensive sports grounds. The curriculum offers both A-levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, alongside a broad range of extracurricular activities.
Charterhouse is a co-educational independent boarding and day school for pupils aged 13 to 18, situated on a 250-acre campus in Godalming, Surrey. Founded in London in 1611 by Thomas Sutton, the school relocated to its present site in 1872, where it is housed in distinctive Gothic Revival buildings. The curriculum balances academic rigour with music, the arts, and sport. Notable facilities include the Queen’s Sports Centre and an art studio. Historically, Charterhouse is recognised for its significant role in the early development and codification of association football rules.
Worth School is a co-educational Catholic day and boarding school for pupils aged 11 to 18, set within 500 acres of West Sussex countryside near Turners Hill. The school is located on the historic Paddockhurst estate alongside Worth Abbey, a Benedictine monastery. Its ethos is guided by Benedictine values of community and service. Architectural highlights include the circular 1960s abbey and the modern Spencer Building. Facilities feature a professional-standard theatre, a golf course, and a dedicated Sixth Form centre. Pupils can study either A-Levels or the International Baccalaureate within a diverse extracurricular programme.
Southbank International School (Westminster) is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 11-18, spread across three central London sites. Established in 1979, it was the first school in the United Kingdom authorised to deliver all three International Baccalaureate programmes. The Westminster campus, which includes a Grade II listed building on Portland Place, focuses on the Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. Embodying a "school without walls" ethos, it utilises London's cultural landmarks as extended classrooms. Facilities include specialised science labs, a digital design lab, and a dedicated sports centre in Kilburn.