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ACS International School Hillingdon

United Kingdom, London

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees £12,760 - 30,170
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 551
Type Co-educational
Opened 1978
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, Japanese, Italian, Danish, German, Russian, Arabic, Mandarin, Swedish, Turkish, Urdu, Hindi
Typical class size 16
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

ACS International School Hillingdon is a co-educational day school for ages 3–18, part of the ACS International Schools network in England. The curriculum combines international standards across the school, with Lower School from Pre-K to Grade 4 and an Upper School for students. Lower School uses dedicated teachers, one full-time teacher per class, and a teaching assistant in Pre-K and Kindergarten; technology is integrated with one-to-one iPads. Forest School and Outdoor Learning are part of program. The school provides UK Birth to Five Matters and US Common Core anchors and leads to International Baccalaureate Diploma, US High School Diploma, and AP examinations. Upper School offers IBDP, IBCP, AP and High School Diploma, with language options in French or Spanish and ACS Global Programme. Facilities include Science Centre with seven laboratories, a Digital Arts building, and Early Years spaces; campus features sports facilities and a Think Tank for coding and design.

www.acs-schools.com

108 Vine Ln, Uxbridge UB10 0BE, United Kingdom

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The Essentials

ACS International School Hillingdon has 551 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
ACS International School Hillingdon is located at Hillingdon Court, 108 Vine Lane, Hillingdon, UB10 0BE, England. The campus address is used for communications and directions. It is close to Junction 16 of the M25 for transport access.

Stages
Lower School (ages 3-10) and Upper School (ages 10-18).

Type
Co-educational day school.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided.

Country affiliation
England

School day structure
Lower School follows a structured timetable with eight periods per day, including a lunch period and outdoor recess.

Bus service
Extensive busing with shuttle stops and door-to-door services available.
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Fees

Annual tuition at ACS International School Hillingdon ranges from GBP 12,760 to GBP 30,170 for 2026/27.

Application and one‑off fees

- Application fee: £330 (inc. VAT); non‑refundable and payable with each application.
- Enrolment deposit: £1,500; refundable and payable after an offer is accepted to reserve a place. The deposit is retained for the duration of enrolment and refunded within three months of contract termination, net of any outstanding liabilities (including notice‑period liabilities and supplementary charges).
- One‑off campus/development fee: £1,680 (inc. VAT); a once‑only, non‑refundable charge applied in the first year of enrolment for Grades K–12 and included on the first tuition invoice.

Tuition fees (2025–2026) — per semester and annual

Tuition fees are charged per semester (two semesters per academic year). Fees below include VAT.

- Pre‑K (Ages 4–5): £7,350 per semester — Annual £14,700.
- Kindergarten (Ages 5–6): £12,360 per semester — Annual £24,720.
- Grades 1–2 (Ages 6–8): £13,200 per semester — Annual £26,400.
- Grades 3–4 (Ages 8–10): £13,230 per semester — Annual £26,460.
- Grades 5–6 (Ages 10–12): £15,570 per semester — Annual £31,140.
- Grades 7–8 (Ages 12–14): £15,690 per semester — Annual £31,380.
- Grades 9–10 (Ages 14–16): £17,220 per semester — Annual £34,440.
- Grade 11 (Ages 16–17): £17,310 per semester — Annual £34,620. (Includes university placement support costs but excludes external exam and university application fees.)
- Grade 12 (Ages 17–18): £17,400 per semester — Annual £34,800. (Includes university placement support costs but excludes external exam and university application fees.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Academic year structure: two semesters (August–January; January–June). Tuition is billed per semester.
- Invoicing for 2025–2026: 1st semester invoice issue date 4 June 2025 — due 18 June 2025; 2nd semester invoice issue date 5 November 2025 — due 19 November 2025. Invoices are issued twice per year and handled by the School Fees Office.
- Any bank charges incurred when making payments are charged back to the student's fees account and must be cleared by further payment. Instalment (monthly) plans are available for parents paying fees themselves; details are arranged through the School Fees Office.

Busing fees (2025–2026)

Door‑to‑door (exempt/zero rated for VAT):
- Zone 1: Single £1,220 per semester — Annual £2,440. Return £1,890 per semester — Annual £3,780.
- Zone 2: Single £1,340 per semester — Annual £2,680. Return £2,070 per semester — Annual £4,140.
- Zone 3: Single £1,420 per semester — Annual £2,840. Return £2,200 per semester — Annual £4,400.

Shuttle service (exempt/zero rated for VAT):
- Zone 1: Single £560 per semester — Annual £1,120. Return £850 per semester — Annual £1,700.
- Zone 2: Single £710 per semester — Annual £1,420. Return £1,070 per semester — Annual £2,140.
- Zone 3: Single £760 per semester — Annual £1,520. Return £1,180 per semester — Annual £2,360.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable: ACS Hillingdon operates as a day school and does not charge boarding fees.

Other costs and routine additional charges

- Exams: External exam charges are additional. Typical expected costs are around £700 for the full IB Diploma, around £200 for the IBCP, and AP standard fees £125 per exam. (Examination boards may change fees.)
- University applications: US application fees typically range $50–$150 per application; UCAS charge £27.50 (up to 5 choices).
- SEN services: Support for moderate SEN is charged at £4,500 per year (£2,250 per semester). Services for mild SEN are included in standard tuition at no additional cost. A formal assessment determines the service level after admission. Spaces for moderate SEN support are limited.
- IT and device charges: Accidental damage is generally covered; lost or misplaced iPads incur a charge up to £350. Annual IT service fee £60 (inc. VAT) applies for Grades 9–12. Deliberate damage or misuse incurs repair/replacement costs.
- Textbooks: A set of textbooks is loaned; charges apply for lost or damaged textbooks/library books beyond fair wear and tear.
- Trips and co‑curricular activities: Some trips, extracurricular activities and co‑curricular options incur additional charges; some activities are included in tuition while others are charged separately.

Refund information

- Enrolment deposit refund: The enrolment deposit (£1,500) is refundable and will be returned within three months of termination of the contract, after deduction of any outstanding fees or liabilities.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Accepted payment methods: debit and credit cards, sterling (GBP) cheque drawn on a UK bank account, and direct electronic payments (BACS/wire transfer). A monthly instalment option is available for parents paying fees themselves.
- UK bank details for sterling payments (as provided for school fees): NatWest Bank Plc — Account name: ACS International Schools Ltd — Account number: 34337199 — Sort code: 60‑06‑03 — SWIFT: NWBKGB2L — IBAN: GB62 NWBK 6006 0334 3371 99.
- US bank details for USD payments (as provided for school fees): Citizens Bank, 1 Citizens Drive, Riverside, RI 02915 — Account name: ACS International Schools Ltd — Account number: 1300032801 — ABA (Domestic USA Wire) 011500120 — SWIFT CTZIUS33 — ACH ABA 211070175. Please quote the student number when making a direct payment. Any bank charges incurred will be debited to the student's fees account. Payment in US Dollars may be arranged following an exchange‑rate confirmation from the School Fees Office.

Contact points for fees

- Application & deposit queries: ACS Hillingdon Admissions. For tuition, transport and development fees: The School Fees Office (contact details provided with invoices and officially issued fee documents).
Academics

ACS International School Hillingdon teaches IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
An enquiry-based, international curriculum that blends international standards across the school. Lower School (Pre-K to Grade 4) provides core and specialist subjects taught by dedicated teachers, with one full-time teacher per class and a teaching assistant in Pre-K and Kindergarten; technology is integrated with one-to-one iPads; Forest School and Outdoor Learning are part of learning. The curriculum follows international anchors, including UK Birth to Five Matters and US Common Core, and leads to International Baccalaureate Diploma, US High School Diploma, and US College Board Advanced Placement examinations. Upper School follows a forward-looking, international curriculum preparing students for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), Advanced Placement (AP), and the High School Diploma, with the ACS Global Programme and language options in French or Spanish; Grades 11-12 offer IBDP, IBCP, and AP.

Student Teacher Ratio
Lower School classes have one full-time teacher per class; Pre-K and Kindergarten have a full-time teaching assistant.

Exam Results
In 2025, IBDP results saw 44/45 as the top score with an average of 35 and a 100% pass rate. AP results showed 91% of students gaining at least one 3+ with an average AP score of 3.7 (42 AP students).

Higher Education Progression
Graduates go on to leading universities in the UK and internationally, including institutions such as Imperial College London, University College London, University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, New York University and Cornell University, among others.

Gifted and Talented
The Elite Performance Pathway (EPP) supports the most gifted and talented athletes with athletic development, workshops, sports psychology, lifestyle and dual career support, and TASS dual career support.
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Admissions

Admissions
Admissions Process comprises five steps: Enquiry, Application, Review, Admission, Welcome. Enquiry: Visit for Open Day or Personal Tour to explore campus, meet academic staff, and discuss admissions. Application: Apply year-round if the child has the right to study in the UK prior to starting school; a non-refundable application fee is paid online. Review: The admissions committee assesses the online application and may request additional documents; the outcome is communicated as soon as possible. Admission: If successful, a place is offered; a non-refundable enrolment deposit is required and is set against the second semester tuition. Welcome: The team provides information on cafeteria, transport, school platforms, subject selection, and visa compliance prior to the first day to ensure a smooth start. Admissions chances vary by grade; if the grade is at capacity, the child is waitlisted and you will be contacted immediately to complete the remaining steps. Rolling admissions are in place, so applications are accepted year-round and students may start at any point in the academic year (subject to availability). The online application uses a holistic approach, reviewing previous school records, references, student questionnaire answers, and standardised test scores, and may require Educational Psychologist reports or EAL tests where relevant.

Scholarships
Bursaries are offered to students with exceptional personal and academic potential who would benefit from an ACS education but cannot meet full school fees; bursaries are means-tested and require UK residency with the right to remain. The bursary programme is suspended for the 2026/2027 academic year; details of the 2027/2028 schedule will be published in 2026. Bursary awards can cover up to 100% of tuition and may include additional costs; awards are reviewed annually.

Waitlist
If admission is offered but the grade is at capacity, the child is waitlisted, and when a place becomes available you will be contacted immediately to complete the remaining admission steps.
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