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  • Authentically International

    "International" is more than a label here. It is at the very core of everything we do and how we do it.

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  • Transferable Curriculum

    A curriculum handpicked for its international focus and global recognition, culminating in the IB Program.

    Students at the British International School of Washington

  • Inspiring Each Other

    Our students will embrace your child with open arms. Our students inspire each other to succeed.

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  • Dedicated and Inspiring

    Our teachers are recruited for their ability to nurture lifelong learners and inspire excellence.

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  • Your New Community

    We welcome you to our inclusive community. From day one you and your child will feel at home with us.

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  • Every Day is Different

    Your child will experience something new every day. Find out what's happening and connect with each other.

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  • Ask Anything

    Speaking directly with us is the best way to get your questions answered quickly. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Joanna McBride

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Joanna McBride

Year 5 Teacher

Joanna McBride has been a primary school teacher for over seventeen years, most of which has been spent teaching Years 5 and 6. Since moving to Washington DC to teach at BISW, she has been honoured by Washington Family Magazine as one of their teachers of the year.

After growing up in Derby, I attended Manchester Metropolitan University and graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education. Since then, I have taught in Manchester, Dubai and Houston before joining BISW in 2016. Mathematics is my favourite subject both to teach and learn. 


Out of school, music and travel are my passion, with West Virginia recently becoming my thirtieth visited state. I also enjoy visiting family in England and Italy, as well as Ireland, where my nephews and niece live. Although I love teaching, being an Aunty is my favourite job of all.

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    High Impact Teaching

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