ICS London (International Community School)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$29K - US$43K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~150
Location: Marylebone, Central London, London
Updated April 2026
In Brief
ICS London suits families who want the IB in a genuinely small, central London setting - and who are comfortable with two campus sites and a school of around 150 students. If cohort size or sporting facilities matter, Southbank or Halcyon are stronger options at a similar price.
ICS London has been running the IB in central London since 1979, making it one of the longer-standing IB schools in the UK. The school operates across two sites - 7B Wyndham Place in Marylebone and 21 Star Street in Paddington - with a total enrolment of around 150 students from Nursery through to the Diploma. Part of the Globeducate group (which operates 40-plus schools internationally), ICS offers the IB PYP, MYP, and Diploma, and the school's central location means it draws from across London rather than any single neighbourhood.
The scale is the defining feature. With 150 students across 15 year groups, class sizes are small - teacher-to-student ratios are higher than at larger schools, and teachers know students individually. Parents who've chosen ICS consistently mention the personal attention and the ease of communication with staff. The Marylebone location puts the school within walking distance of Regent's Park, Hyde Park, and Baker Street, giving students access to green space and a genuinely central urban environment. Fees run from GBP 22,890 at Nursery level to GBP 34,200 for the Diploma, inclusive of VAT - competitive for a central London IB school.
The trade-offs are significant at this school size. A cohort of around 10-15 students per year group means limited choice in electives, fewer sports teams, and a smaller peer group than at a school like ASL or Southbank. The split-site model also means Primary and Secondary students are at different addresses, which can affect logistics for families with children at different stages. The school lacks an extensive published inspection record or recent IB results data in the public domain - families should request these directly before applying.
What parents value
- –Small class sizes with genuine individual attention - a school of 150 students means teachers and the Head know every student by name. The Marylebone location is central and accessible by tube from most parts of London.
- –Full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) from age 3 to 18 at fees from GBP 22,890 - lower than Southbank and Halcyon for comparable IB provision in central London.
- –Part of the Globeducate global network, which provides curriculum resources, professional development, and transfer connections for internationally mobile families moving between Globeducate schools.
Points of consideration
- –With around 150 students total, year-group cohorts are very small (10-15 students). This limits elective choice, sports team options, and social breadth - worth experiencing on a visit rather than just reading about.
- –Two campus sites (Marylebone and Paddington) mean Primary and Secondary are physically separated. Families with children at different stages should confirm the logistics and transport implications before enrolling.
- –Recent inspection reports and IB results are not prominently published. Ask the school directly for its most recent ISI inspection, IB DP results, and university destination data before comparing to other schools in this guide.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery - Reception (ages 3-5) | 3 | 30,258 |
| Years 1-4 (ages 5-9) | 5 | 37,634 |
| Years 5-6 (ages 9-11) | 9 | 38,149 |
| MYP / IGCSE Years 7-11 (ages 11-16) | 11 | 43,424 |
| DP Years 12-13 (ages 16-18) | 16 | 45,208 |
Fees converted from GBP. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee (non-refundable) | 330 |
| Refundable deposit | 1,983 |
| School Development Fee (one-time) | 2,485 |
Academic Results
ICS London offers the full IB continuum: PYP (ages 3-11), MYP (ages 11-16), and DP (ages 16-18). The MYP follows a transdisciplinary structure, and students take IGCSE alongside MYP assessments at Year 10-11 - giving a recognised external qualification at 16 before the Diploma years.
IB results are not publicly reported in the major UK league tables, which limits comparisons. Families should request the school's recent DP results and university destination record directly from admissions.
Extra Curriculars
Facilities: 7B Wyndham Place, Marylebone W1H - Primary campus · 21 Star Street, Paddington W2 - Secondary campus · Proximity to Regent's Park and Hyde Park for outdoor activities
Co-curricular activities are offered across the school year. The central London setting means access to cultural institutions - galleries, museums, theatres - is built into the learning environment. Specific activities and sport provision should be confirmed with the school for the relevant year group.
The school's small size means the co-curricular offer is narrower than at larger institutions. Families whose children have strong interests in competitive sport or large-scale performing arts productions should factor this in.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Around 150 students from a wide range of nationalities, with no single dominant group. The school draws from the internationally mobile community across central London, and the small size means the parent community is close-knit.
EAL support is available and the school's international character means mid-year arrivals are managed as a standard occurrence rather than an exception.
Leadership
Mona Taybi
Mona Taybi is Head of School at ICS London, part of the Globeducate network. She leads a school of around 150 students across two central London sites in Marylebone and Paddington.