January 2026
An alumnus of Southbank International School was studying Business Management and Psychology at the University of Birmingham Dubai campus.
All-through school
Southbank International School
London’s leading International Baccalaureate (IB) School, offering a different approach to academic excellence for children aged 2-18 across multiple campuses in Central London.
Day fees
£41,400
Entry
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Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mr Stuart Bain
Principal
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
165
Location
Notting Hill, Kensington and Chelsea
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
2 to 18
Founded
1979
Entry points
3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 16+
Nearest station
Oxford Circus
School day
8.30am to 4pm
Scholarships
Academic
Overview
About Southbank International School
Southbank International School offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum from Early Childhood through to the Diploma Programme for ages 2 to 18. With campuses in Hampstead, Kensington and Westminster, the school nurtures talent, celebrates individuality and develops curious, inquisitive minds. Students achieve outstanding IB results, with a 100% pass rate for the Bilingual Diploma and a strong record of university placements. The school promotes international mindedness with 70 nationalities represented and over 20 languages taught. It offers a supportive community with small class sizes and a rich extracurricular programme.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 3–18. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
- Internationally-mobile families wanting IB or American-style qualifications rather than only A-levels.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- Curriculum is IB/American-style rather than A-Level. Check that your university plans (UK or otherwise) align before committing to the route.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
No 3+ dates published yet.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£41,400per year · Day · 2026-27
Inc. VAT £41,400VAT included7 years: £332,227
vs London avg (£24,000)73% above
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
Boys' Varsity Football TeamGirls' Varsity Football TeamSouthbank Sharks Boys Varsity FootballSouthbank Sharks Girls Varsity Football
music
String Ensemble
drama
Grade 12 DP Theatre Solo Theatre Pieces
service
Creativity Activity Service (CAS)
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
academic
Central London campuses in Hampstead, Kensington and Westminster
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 75 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
IB PYPIB MYPIB DiplomaIB Career-Related Programme
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
February 2025
Southbank International School had a Grade 12 student, Constantin Raff, who composed original music for the school’s production of The Crucible.
December 2024
Southbank International School was ranked in the top 20 UK schools in the 2024 Global IB School League Table and was the highest ranking international co-educational school.
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What kind of child is Southbank International School best for?+
Southbank International School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision; Internationally-mobile families wanting IB or American-style qualifications rather than only A-levels.
How much are the fees at Southbank International School?+
Day fees at Southbank International School are £13,800 a term in 2026-27 (£41,400 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Southbank International School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Southbank International School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Southbank International School support SEND?+
Southbank International School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Southbank International School take?+
Southbank International School takes pupils from age 2 to 18.
Is Southbank International School a day or boarding school?+
Southbank International School is a day school.
Is Southbank International School co-educational or single-sex?+
Southbank International School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Southbank International School?+
Southbank International School is in Kensington and Chelsea, W11 3BU.
How do I contact admissions at Southbank International School?+
Contact Southbank International School by email at admissions@southbank.org or phone on Not recorded.
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