At a glance
Curriculum and academics
International Community School is built around the IB curriculum from the early years to the sixth form. It runs the Primary Years Programme for the youngest children, the Middle Years Programme through the middle school, and the IB Diploma Programme at sixth form, all on one connected pathway. Holding authorisation for all three programmes places ICS among only a handful of UK schools to offer the complete IB continuum, which matters for globally mobile families whose children may transfer between IB schools in different countries.
The school describes itself as international in intake and inclusive in approach, admitting a broad range of learners rather than setting a high academic bar at entry. Strong English language support helps children arriving with English as an additional language access the programme, a common need in a central London international intake. Families weighing ICS against other capital options will find it in our overview of the London zones for international schools, which maps how the city splits by neighbourhood and school cluster.
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International Community School fees
ICS publishes its tuition by year group on its admissions pages, and the figures sit in the premium central London band of our London fees guide. Published rates rise broadly from around GBP 23,000 a year in the early years to around GBP 34,000 at Diploma level, though families should confirm the current figure directly with the school, as it is revised annually.
Budget also for a registration or application fee, a deposit on acceptance, and the usual extras for trips, examinations and the IB Diploma sittings in the final years. A central Westminster location means most families travel in rather than walk, so factor in the commute when comparing total cost. To weigh ICS against other schools on price, use our compare tool.
Admissions
Admissions are non selective and run on a rolling basis, so ICS welcomes new students through the year as places allow rather than only in September. Instead of a single competitive entrance test, the process draws on prior school reports, an assessment of English where relevant, and a conversation with the family about fit. This makes ICS a practical choice for families relocating to London mid year who need a place at short notice.
For the most sought after entry points, particularly the start of the Primary Years Programme and sixth form Diploma entry, families should apply several months ahead. Diploma applicants discuss subject choices as part of admission so the right combination is in place for the two year course.
Location and who goes there
ICS sits in Marylebone, in the City of Westminster, with its primary and secondary campuses close to Regent's Park in central London. That central position suits diplomatic, business and professional families living in and around Marylebone, Fitzrovia, St John's Wood and the wider West End, who value a short journey to school in a part of the city where larger family homes are scarce and prized.
The community is genuinely international, reflecting the IB intake and the school's roots as a community for globally mobile families. For how central options like ICS compare with west and north London on commute, housing and cost, see the London city hub.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are International Community School fees?
ICS publishes tuition by year group and sits in the premium central London band, rising broadly from around GBP 23,000 in the early years to around GBP 34,000 at Diploma level. Families also pay registration and deposit charges. Confirm the current rate with the school, as it is revised annually.
Does International Community School offer the full IB?
Yes. ICS is authorised for all three International Baccalaureate programmes, the Primary Years Programme, the Middle Years Programme and the Diploma Programme, making it one of only a handful of UK schools to run the complete IB continuum from age 3 to 18.
Is International Community School selective?
No. ICS is a non selective school. Admissions are based on prior school records, an assessment of English and a conversation with the family rather than a single competitive entrance examination, which makes mid year entry practical.
What ages does International Community School take?
ICS takes children from age 3 in the early years through to age 18 at the end of the Diploma Programme, split across a primary campus and a secondary campus in central London.
Where is International Community School located?
ICS is in Marylebone, in the City of Westminster in central London, with its primary and secondary campuses close to Regent's Park.
