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Key Facts
40+ Points on the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Nearly half (47%) of our seniors (Year 13) have achieved an exceptional 40+ points out of 45, far outpacing the global average of 31.
80+ Cultural Heritages
The diversity of our learning community is a stand-out feature, as our students and families represent many cultural backgrounds.
The World’s Most Prestigious Collegiate Destinations
Our students have received offers from Harvard, Brown, Duke, Cornell, Columbia, King's, Imperial, Cambridge, and beyond.

GLOBALLY IMPRESSIVE ACADEMICS THAT OPEN DOORS BEYOND MEASURE

At British International School of Boston, we follow internationally renowned curricula that open up a world of limitless opportunities for your child’s future.

Our highly experienced, UK-trained teachers take a personalized approach to differentiating learning for your child’s ability, interests, and goals in every subject. They also weave together many different strands of their learning by focusing on project-based, hands-on, and cross-curricular experiences that shape your child’s understanding and motivate their next steps.

All of this comes together to guide your child every step of the way on their learning journey — leading to fantastic results, outstanding college and university destinations worldwide, and a passionate lifetime as a global leader.

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EARLY YEARS
  • EARLY YEARS
  • LOWER SCHOOL
  • MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • HIGH SCHOOL

EARLY YEARS

The Early Years span our Toddler, Nursery/Preschool, and Reception/Prekindergarten classes and are filled with astounding growth every day. Our youngest learners thrive as they learn through structured play activities, both indoors and outdoors, that stimulate their growth and build their confidence in the world.
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18 MONTHS TO 4 YEARS OLD
THE NATIONAL CURRICULUM OF ENGLAND AND THE INTERNATIONAL EARLY YEARS CURRICULUM (IEYC)
Together, these highly regarded curricula offer the ideal combination of studies and structure for our youngest learners’ curious minds and playful activities. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, that's part of the National Curriculum of England, has seven areas of focus: personal, social, and emotional development; communication and language; physical development; literacy; mathematics; understanding the world; and expressive arts and design. We complement these seven areas with exciting experiences following themes and topics of the IEYC.
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LOWER SCHOOL

During Lower School, we guide your child to become an able, confident, and inspired learner, as they enhance their skills across many subjects and activities. Working individually and collaboratively, your child will consider topics from multiple perspectives, draw meaningful connections between subjects, and engage with the world.

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5 to 11 years old
THE NATIONAL CURRICULUM OF ENGLAND AND THE INTERNATIONAL PRIMARY CURRICULUM
Together, these highly regarded curricula offer the ideal combination of studies and structure for our students' growth across their academics as well as areas of personal development, creativity, and global awareness. We teach the core subjects of math and literacy from the National Curriculum of England and a variety of other subjects from the International Primary Curriculum, which takes a project-based, cross-curricular, thematic approach to learning. Your child will build their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in hands-on, exciting ways.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL

Throughout Years 7–9 (Grades 6–8) of Middle School, our students explore a wide range of subjects and skills, including through our unique enrichment program that takes place weekly, in a double period. Our Middle Schoolers pursue their passions and interests and connect with the world through many international opportunities that get them ready for success in a global environment.

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11 to 13 years old
THE NATIONAL CURRICULUM OF ENGLAND
Our Middle School follows the National Curriculum of England, which provides the ideal way for guiding your child forward in their academic and personal growth. Your child will study a wide range of subjects: English, math, science, computer science, history, geography, art, drama, music, physical education, French, and Spanish. With a high level of rigor and depth of study in each area, we ensure your child builds a solid foundation in preparation for the IGCSE and IB programs of our High School.
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HIGH SCHOOL

High School, which spans Years 10–13 (Grades 9–12), is all about carving each student's unique areas of interest and specialties. Our students focus on IGCSEs during their first two years. In their final two years, they get ready to create their futures through the most rigorous and highly respected International Baccalaureate courses — finishing with an impressive capstone on their High School years, in excellent preparation for top universities worldwide.

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14 to 16 years old
THE INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (IGCSE)
We’re proud to be the only High School in Boston to offer the globally respected IGCSE curriculum as a two-year program to study ten subjects in great depth. Students select from English, math, and science options, plus exciting electives like art, business, computer science, French, Spanish, drama, geography, music, and physical education. They take their examinations at the end of Year 11 (Grade 10). This approach provides the time to establish a solid foundation that well prepares them to progress through IB Diploma Programme.
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16 to 18 years old
THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (IBDP)
The IB Diploma is recognized around the world as the highest-level achievement that students can attain before their college studies, in Years 12 and 13 (Grades 11 and 12). This rigorous curriculum focuses on six subject areas and a core group, and it leads highly selective universities worldwide to accept our students. The six subjects span language, literature, individuals and societies, sciences, math, and the arts. The core includes service, an extended essay of research, and a critical thinking course. These all weave together to give your child the most intensive academic study and opportunities for personal growth, on a global level of achievement.
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Why do we teach from British and international curricula?

For every year group, our globally recognized curricula help your child stand apart from others at their own pace, as they accelerate through their strengths and give careful attention to areas of growth. At every increment, our highly experienced teachers unlock your child’s greatest potential. 
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  • EARLY YEARS
  • LOWER SCHOOL
  • MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • HIGH SCHOOL

EARLY YEARS

Our youngest learners build their love for learning, while playing and exploring the world around us.
Ages
18 months - 4 years
Nationalities
80+
Languages taught
French and Spanish
Curriculum
The National Curriculum of England and the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC)

LOWER SCHOOL

Our young learners discover more about the world, driving their learning as they eagerly begin to answer their own questions.
Ages
5–10
Nationalities
80+
Languages taught
French and Spanish
Curriculum
The National Curriculum of England and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC)

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Our Middle Schoolers lead their own learning through in-depth, multifaceted explorations across the subjects, answering the “whys” and “hows” of the world.
Ages
11 - 13
Nationalities
80+
Languages taught
French and Spanish
Curriculum
National Curriculum of England

HIGH SCHOOL

Our High Schoolers build their skills, talents, and abilities towards vibrant futures, as they apply their lessons to the world and create connections across subjects.
Ages
14–18
Nationalities
80+
Languages taught
French and Spanish
Curricula
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
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  • HIGH SCHOOL

A TYPICAL DAY AT BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON

Our days are filled with many playful activities, as we explore the outdoors, connect our understanding to what we can see and know, and dive into specialist classes that nurture our creativity and curiosity. 
CIRCLE TIME
We start our day by gathering on our classroom’s carpet, connecting with each other. We sing a song and go through the day’s schedule, which includes many adventures!
CONNECTING WITH EACHOTHER
FOREST SCHOOL PLAYTIME
The outdoors is a place to learn and connect with nature. During our weekly Forest School, we have exciting hands-on lessons that stimulate us through many different activities and interactive experiences.
PLAYING OUTDOORS
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REFUELING, RECONNECTING
We pause midday to have a nutritious lunch, either packed from home or provided through Lunchbox. As we refuel, we talk with our peers and teachers about the things we’re interested in.
LUNCH TIME
SPECIALIST LESSONS
In the afternoons, we dive into a specialist class taught by an inspiring expert. Whether it’s in music, dance, Spanish, or STEAM, we love practicing new skills and showing what we’ve learned so far!
NURTURING SKILLS
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GYM CLASS
In the afternoons, we dive into a specialist class taught by an inspiring expert. Whether it’s in music, dance, Spanish, or STEAM, we love practicing new skills and showing what we’ve learned so far!
GETTING ACTIVE
AFTER-SCHOOL FUN
After school, we can participate in several stimulating activities, including outdoor and indoor play or hands-on art projects — before we see our families and head home.
PLAYING AND CREATING

A TYPICAL DAY AT BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON

Our days are filled with stimulating challenges and hands-on activities, as we connect our understanding to the world beyond, build our skills, and dive into mind-nourishing explorations.
MATH LESSONS
When we learn math, we work in two small groups, where one group practices the math of our grade level and the other goes into greater depth with higher-level math. This way, our teachers individualize our learning based on our own pace and level of challenge.
CHALLENGING OURSELVES
SPECIALIST LESSONS
We take exciting classes with specialist teachers in music, dance, and a language — either Spanish or French. Our dance lessons include techniques from the famous Juilliard School of performing arts. All lessons build our skills and talents.
BUILDING SKILLS AND TALENTS
LUNCH TIME
We take a midday break over a 30-minute, healthy lunch, as we can catch up with friends. Afterward, over recess, we get outside for 35 minutes of movement! 
REFUELING AND RESETTING
SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS
Following the UK curriculum in science, our lessons prompt us to explore lots of things about animals, as we do practical experiments and learn how to research. We’re always stimulated by the projects and challenges that come from the experts at MIT.
INVESTIGATING THE WORLD
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A LOCAL FIELD TRIP
We’re always looking to apply what we’re learning in the classroom to the world beyond. If we’re exploring money in math class and health through the IPC, for example, our teacher will take us on a scavenger hunt in our local grocery store to purchase fruit and make nutritious snacks.
COMBINING SUBJECTS
AFTER-SCHOOL BUZZ
After school, we can complete homework together or read and rest in a quiet area. We may also choose to participate in clubs like chess, yoga, martial arts, or afternoon sports.
KEEPING ACTIVE

A TYPICAL DAY AT BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON

Our days are bustling with skill-building activities, so we can apply our creative and critical thinking to a wide variety of subjects. As we connect our understanding to the world beyond, we become eager to go deeper.
CRITICAL THINKING IN ENGLISH
In English class, while we’re studying Shakespeare’s The Tempest, we not only read the text carefully, but also focus on using critical literary analysis during our written assignments.
ANALYZING AND SUMMARIZING
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REPRESENTING WHAT WE SEE
In the calm environment of art class, we’ll use acrylic paint to sketch out and then paint in detail “still life” objects arranged throughout the studio. We’re challenged to really see and represent what’s in front of us — using color, shape, tone, and texture.
PAINTING AND UNDERSTANDING
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SCIENTIFIC FINDINGS
When we’re in our science lab, using the pH scale, we’ll work together to explore the difference between an acid and an alkali. We’ll discuss neutralization and some of its applications, then present our findings to the rest of our group.
TESTING AND RECORDING
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BASKETBALL DEFENSE
In Physical Education, we’ll prepare for a game of basketball by running through drills on defensive strategy. Once we’re in a game scenario, we confidently block our opponents and react quickly to offensive bursts.
PRACTIZING STRATEGIC SKILLS
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MATHEMATICAL INVESTIGATIONS
When we use algebra in math class, we solve linear equations with fractions — in the form of an investigation. After working in small groups, we present our solutions to the whole class group.
USING FRACTIONS
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CREATING APPS
We’ll work in pairs in Computer Science, using the colorful, free, open-source software “Blockly” to create our own programs — kind of like building scaffolding that gets more and more complex. By the end of the unit, we finish our “building” and publish our own app!
CODING, BLOCK BY BLOCK
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MEDIEVAL HISTORY
In history class, we’ll create and present our own medieval town — in response to our teacher’s challenge to build a world that shows our understanding of Medieval society, The Manor System, infrastructure, religion, and more.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE
AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
After school, the skill-building continues! If we’re a student athlete, we’ll practice with our team and compete against others in organized games. We can also participate in exciting clubs, like STEAM Club. STEAM Club can easily visit MIT to learn from inspiring staff and university students.
ENRICHING OUR INTERESTS

A TYPICAL DAY AT BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON

Our days are full of advanced activities, whether we’re working towards our IGCSEs or the IBDP. We study a variety of subjects in depth and connect our understanding to the world — as we get ready for an exciting future, driven by our passions and interests.
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SPANISH EXCHANGE
In Spanish class, we’ll practice our skills in peer-review pairs, using a script of questions and the exam expectations to get ready for our oral exams.
ORAL CONVERSATION
BUSINESS DECISIONS
Returning from our recent field trip to a local factory, in Business Studies, we’ll present our analysis of the production process, marketing, and finances that led to the decision-making we observed in the factory.
OBSERVING AND ANALYZING
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PYTHAGORAS’ THEOREM
We discover how to apply Pythagoras’ theorem in our trigonometry unit in math class. We continue to apply the rule to calculating and measuring the sides of similar and congruent shapes.
CALCULATING AND MEASURING
CONTEXTUAL LITERARY ANALYSIS
In English Lit, we succinctly define the contextual factors around John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men using the “Pecha Kucha” technique of creating 20 slides with 20 seconds of commentary, per slide — covering The Dust Bowl to Roosevelt’s New Deal from the 1930s.
CONNECTING HISTORY AND LITERATURE
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ROLE-PLAYING HISTORY
We act out history as either a German soldier or woman during a structured “speed-dating” activity, where we show the expectations of the ideal German female during the rule of the Nazi party in the early 1940s.
INTERPRETING AND RE-ENACTING
DISCOVERING PROFESSIONAL TRACKS
During our double period, we’ll participate in BISB’s annual “Careers Carousel” that includes listening to 20 different professionals speak about their work and then meeting one-on-one for 15 minutes each. Their insights help us make decisions about our IB subjects and college aspirations.
CAREERS CAROUSEL
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
We enjoy participating in or leading different clubs, whether we’re planning our own Model UN Conference or preparing for the “Adventurous Journey” element of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. We can even lead clubs for Lower and Middle School students, like charity or dance activities.
LEADING AND SERVING
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MENTORING OTHERS
We can also peer-mentor individual or small groups of Middle School students, helping them navigate some of the exciting areas of growth that are part of adolescence. Meanwhile, we become stronger leaders, using our empathy to understand our mentees’ positions.
GIVING BACK
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HOW WE TEACH

PERSONALIZED LEARNING

We encourage a “learning focused” environment, rather than a teaching focused one, at BISB. This means we put the emphasis on the learner’s interests, needs, and goals, as they become the driver of their own plans and future.

Our talented teachers are their continual guides. They meet every child where they are in their journey — no matter where they start — supporting and challenging them in equal measure. This leads to a highly personalized, specific feedback for their next steps.

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I value BISB immensely because I’ve gained so much. This amazing community allows me to grow as a student, athlete, and overall person. The IBDP has prepared me for the kind of success that I’ll carry into my college years and beyond. Because our teachers connect with every student, they create a supreme learning environment. Every student can explore what they love with support from teachers, peers, and staff.
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OUR EXCELLENT STATS

At British International School of Boston, our students go on to achieve fantastic results for their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. A score of 35 or above on the IB Diploma — recognized by the world’s leading colleges and universities for its academic rigor — qualifies our students to enter these top institutions.
MORE ABOUT OUR RESULTS
100%
All our graduates have passed the IBDP, compared to the global average of just 87%
Well Above the Global Average
Our recent graduates had an average score of 38 points, significantly above the global average of 31.9.
The Highest Possible
A recent BISB graduate achieved a perfect score of 45, and two achieved near-perfect scores of 44.

LEARNING THAT GOES THE EXTRA MILE

At British International School of Boston, there’s always a world of learning in and beyond the classroom. We encourage your child to follow what truly fascinates them. And with our support, they’ll stay eager to go further than what they ever imagined possible.

Outstanding Experiences
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