TASIS England (The American School in England)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$20K - US$47K
Curriculum: American · IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~650
Location: Thorpe, Surrey, London
Updated April 2026
In Brief
TASIS is the right choice for American-curriculum families who want boarding in a genuinely beautiful campus setting and are prepared for the Thorpe location. For day families travelling from central London, the journey of 45-plus minutes each way is the trade-off that makes or breaks the decision.
TASIS England sits on a 46-acre estate in Thorpe, Surrey, founded in 1976 and part of the TASIS foundation that also runs schools in Switzerland and Portugal. With around 650 students from more than 70 nationalities and 30 languages spoken, it is a genuinely international community - but a small one by the standards of ACS Cobham. The American-style curriculum runs from Pre-K through to Grade 12, with AP courses at the senior level and IB Diploma as an alternative pathway for Grades 11-12. The 94% AP pass rate and 91% IB pass rate are both above world averages.
The boarding programme, which starts from Grade 8, is a particular draw. With around 250 of the 650 students boarding, it shapes the campus culture in a way that distinguishes TASIS from purely day schools. The estate itself - historic buildings, extensive grounds, sports facilities - creates a setting that produces strong student attachment to the school. Families who have been at TASIS consistently describe the community as tight-knit in a way that is harder to achieve at larger schools.
Thorpe is accessible from London via train to Egham (Waterloo line) and then a short drive, or via the school bus network. But it is not convenient in the way that a school in zones 1-3 is convenient. The journey from central London is 45-60 minutes each way, and the Thorpe area has no tube connection. For families based in Surrey - Weybridge, Virginia Water, Ascot - TASIS is genuinely local. For families in zones 1-3, the commute is a real consideration.
What parents value
- –Boarding from Grade 8 on a 46-acre estate in Surrey, with around 250 boarders. The boarding community creates a social depth and sense of belonging that day-only schools find hard to replicate. Weekly and full-year boarding options give families flexibility around parental travel.
- –AP and IB pass rates of 94% and 91% respectively, both above world averages. University destinations span the US, UK, and Europe. The American-style college counselling for US university applications is a genuine strength.
- –The TASIS foundation network (England, Switzerland, Portugal) means families who relocate between these countries can maintain curriculum continuity, which is a practical benefit for diplomatic and corporate families on European postings.
Points of consideration
- –Thorpe, Surrey is not on the Underground network. The nearest station is Egham (30 minutes from Waterloo). For families in central or north London, the daily journey is 45-60 minutes each way. Model your specific commute before applying - the school bus routes do not cover all London postcodes.
- –With around 650 students, TASIS is a small school. The tight-knit community is a strength for many families, but the academic breadth at senior level - number of course options, sports team sizes, performing arts scale - is narrower than at larger schools like ACS Cobham.
- –Day fees of GBP 37,170 for Grades 9-12 place TASIS in the premium tier for Surrey day schools, without the urban convenience of central London schools. Boarding at GBP 69,650 (full year, includes tuition) is comparable to UK boarding school market rates but is a significant commitment for self-funding families.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K (ages 3-4) | 3 | 20,665 |
| Kindergarten (age 5) | 5 | 31,951 |
| Grades 1-3 (ages 6-9) | 6 | 35,501 |
| Grade 4 (ages 9-10) | 9 | 38,800 |
| Grades 5-8 (ages 10-14) | 10 | 43,993 |
| Grades 9-12 (ages 14-18) | 14 | 49,238 |
| Boarding Grades 8-12 (full year, includes tuition) | 12 | 92,264 |
Fees converted from GBP. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | 318 |
| Development Fund (one-time) | 1,192 |
Academic Results
| AP pass rate | 94% |
| IB pass rate | 91% |
TASIS offers an American-style curriculum from Pre-K through to Grade 12, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the upper school and IB Diploma available from Grade 11. Both pathways are supported by strong university counselling. The 94% AP and 91% IB pass rates, both above world averages, reflect a senior cohort that is well-prepared and well-supported.
University destinations include leading US, UK, and European institutions. The school's size means university counselling is genuinely individual - students are not numbers in a large cohort. For families targeting US universities specifically, the AP pathway and American transcript are meaningful assets.
Extra Curriculars
Extra-curricular activities: 80+
Facilities: 46-acre estate in Thorpe, Surrey TW20 8TE · On-site boarding houses from Grade 8 · Sports facilities including tennis courts, football and lacrosse pitches, swimming pool · Performing arts centre with theatre, music, and visual arts studios · Science and technology labs · School bus network covering Surrey and south-west London
The estate setting shapes daily school life in a way that urban schools cannot match. Students have access to outdoor space, sports, and arts facilities throughout the day, and the boarding programme extends social life into evenings and weekends. The Academic Travel Program - trips integrated into the curriculum - is a distinctive element of the TASIS experience.
The co-curricular programme runs to around 80 activities, weighted towards sport, arts, and community service. The small school size means most students participate across multiple activities rather than specialising early, which suits generalist learners and families coming from American-style school cultures.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
Latest review: 2023
Inspection body: ISI
Rating: Good
ISI inspected TASIS England in 2023. The school is accredited by CIS (Council of International Schools) and NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges).
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Around 650 students from more than 70 nationalities speaking 30 languages, with roughly 250 boarders. The student body is genuinely international - no single nationality dominates, and the blend of American, British, European, and globally mobile families creates a community that is comfortable with cultural diversity as a default.
The boarding community creates a different social texture from day schools. Boarders and day students mix through the extensive activities programme and afternoon commitments, and the relatively small total enrolment means students across year groups know each other well.
Leadership
Bryan Nixon
Bryan Nixon has served as Head of School at TASIS England since 2014. He leads a community of around 650 students aged 3-18 on a 46-acre estate in Thorpe, Surrey, offering both the American curriculum and IB Diploma, with boarding available from Grade 8.