British International School in Washington, DC serves Pre-K-12 with strong ADD/ADHD support, IB curriculum, and small classes of 17 students
British International School of Washington (BISW) in Washington, DC serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade and offers support for students with ADD/ADHD. With an average class size of 17 students and a student-to-teacher ratio that supports individualized attention, BISW provides a structured learning environment where students with attention and executive function challenges can receive targeted support alongside a rigorous international curriculum.
The school combines the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) with partnerships including the Juilliard-Nord Anglia Performing Arts Program and MIT-Nord Anglia collaboration. This diverse academic approach allows for differentiated instruction and multiple pathways to learning, benefiting students who thrive in specialized or alternative educational frameworks. The school's membership in the Nord Anglia Education Global Campus also connects students to a broader international network, supporting social-emotional growth and global perspective.
BISW enrolls 616 students and charges tuition ranging from approximately $30,000 in primary grades to $40,000-$45,000 in secondary, with 15% of families receiving financial aid. Admissions follow a rolling process. For families seeking an international, college-preparatory education with ADD/ADHD support and personalized attention, contact Admissions Director Sung Chu at (202) 280-6780 Ext. 4015 or visit nordangliaeducation.com/bisw-washington.
| Year Founded | 1998 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $40,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition ranges from around 30k in primary to upwards of 40-45k in secondary |
| Total Students | 616 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 70 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 40 |
| Average Class Size | 17 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
| Admissions Director | Sung Chu |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 15 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 11 |
| Sports | Basketball · Cross Country · Dance · Field Hockey · Soccer · Softball · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | 3D Computer Aided Design Club · Art Club · Ball Games · Chess Club · Cooking Club · Craft Club · Environmental Club · Mathematics Club · Model UN · Music Theory · Student Council · Touch Typing Skills |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | International Baccalaureate (IB) World School |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/washington/news-and-events/calendar |
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