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The American School in London

United Kingdom, London

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees £40,188 - 46,428
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1350
Type Co-educational
Opened 1951
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Sport, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

The American School in London (ASL) is an independent day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12, ages 4 to 18. It follows an American-style, standards-based curriculum and offers Advanced Placement courses across a broad range of subjects; more than 20 AP courses are available, and the program draws students from across London and beyond who pursue college-ready coursework outside the United States. In the Lower and High School, students study English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language in a structure aligned with US standards. The campus blends advanced facilities with riverside access: the MILL makerspace, two libraries, athletic facilities including a 25-meter pool, and the Boathouse for rowing on the River Thames. Notable campus spaces host assemblies and performing arts productions in the School Center for Education and the Arts. ASL also runs vibrant after-school programs, a diverse array of clubs, and a Summer Program.

www.asl.org

1 Waverley Pl, London NW8 0NP, United Kingdom

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The Essentials

The American School in London has 1,350 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
One Waverley Place, London NW8 0NP, United Kingdom

Stages
Lower School (K1-Grade 4); Middle School (Grades 5-8); High School (Grades 9-12)

Type
Independent day school (preK–12)

Pupil Nationality Mix
70 nationalities represented; most common nationality: United States; 74% of students hold USA citizenship; 59% hold citizenship in a country other than the USA

Additional learning support
English as an additional language (EAL); educational psychology; K-12 counseling; learning support (SLD); speech and language therapy

Country affiliation
United States; uses an American curriculum

School day structure
Semester calendar with a block schedule; eight-day cycle with four 70–80 minute class periods per day; Middle School starts each day with advisory and there are short transitions between classes

Bus service
Daily bus service for students from K–Grade 12 with door-to-door service for most families; when door-to-door is not possible, a nearby pick-up point is designated; transport office available by phone or email (transport office 7 am–5 pm)
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Fees

Annual tuition at The American School in London ranges from GBP 40,188 to GBP 46,428 for 2026/27.

Application fee
- A non‑refundable application fee of £360 (inclusive of VAT) is required for each application.

Tuition fees by school division (annual and per semester)
- Lower School (K1–Grade 4): Annual tuition £40,188 (including VAT). Per semester (two equal installments): £20,094. (Tuition excluding VAT: £33,490; VAT 20%: £6,698).
- Middle School (Grades 5–8): Annual tuition £44,616 (including VAT). Per semester: £22,308. (Tuition excluding VAT: £37,180; VAT 20%: £7,436).
- High School (Grades 9–12): Annual tuition £46,428 (including VAT). Per semester: £23,214. (Tuition excluding VAT: £38,690; VAT 20%: £7,738).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is organized on a semester basis. Annual tuition is billed in two equal installments (one per semester). Semester 1 fees are due 1 June; Semester 2 fees are due 1 November. Tuition paid by the Semester 1 due date is refundable only if written notice of withdrawal is received on or before 15 June; Semester 2 tuition paid by the due date is refundable only if written notice of withdrawal is received on or before 15 November. Withdrawing part way through a semester does not reduce charges or permit a refund for that semester. Student accounts more than seven days overdue will be charged interest (3 percent above base rate per annum) from the day after the due date until paid. The School reserves the right to withdraw an offer of admission if payment is not received by the due date.

Tuition deposit and acceptance conditions
- A tuition and re‑enrollment deposit of £3,000 (inclusive of VAT) becomes due when a student is accepted for admission or offered re‑enrollment. For students enrolling for a full academic year the deposit is applied (without interest) toward Semester II tuition. The tuition deposit is non‑refundable.

Capital fee (new students)
- A one‑time capital fee of £2,400 (inclusive of VAT) is payable by families of new students when joining the School. For the 2025–26 transition measure, siblings of students already enrolled in 2024–25 are exempt from this fee; otherwise the fee applies to new students.

Specific Learning Differences (SLD) program fees
- Part‑time SLD support: £4,740 (including VAT).
- Full‑time SLD support: £9,300 (including VAT).

Transport (bus) fees
- Two‑way bus service: £4,830 per annum (transport fees are exempt from VAT).
- One‑way bus service: £3,150 per annum (transport fees are exempt from VAT).
- Partial refunds for transport fees are available if the service is canceled within two weeks of the time the student begins taking the bus; transport fees are not eligible for refund after that time.

Other costs and optional fees
- Tuition does not include certain supplemental charges such as the Ecology trip and Music Tour for band/orchestra/choir members; some middle and high school classes may have occasional additional travel costs. Tuition does not include expenses for extracurricular trips (for example athletics or Model UN) or some optional activities and tours. Voluntary Parent Community Association dues are included on the first tuition bill. Uniform and spiritwear are sold through ASL merchandise outlets and booster shops; those items are charged separately through the school's merchandise channels. Catering and student catering accounts are operated via a cashless system (iPayimpact) and catering purchases and meal plans are charged separately.

Refund information
- The tuition deposit (£3,000) is non‑refundable. Semester tuition payments are refundable only within the short windows described above (payments made by 1 June refundable until 15 June for Semester 1; payments made by 1 November refundable until 15 November for Semester 2) when written notice of withdrawal is received on or before the stated refund deadline. There is no pro‑rata reduction or refund for withdrawing part way through a semester. Partial refunds for transport fees are available only if the bus service is cancelled within two weeks of the student beginning to use the service.

Fee payment currency and related notes
- Tuition and fees are expressed in UK pounds sterling. Once a family has established residency in the UK, payment is normally required in sterling. For families not yet resident in the UK, the application fee and the tuition deposit may be paid in US dollars at the exchange rate established by the School; the School does not normally accept other currencies. Catering and on‑campus purchases use the iPayimpact cashless system for which families add funds to the student account.

Summary of items to expect on invoices
- Semester tuition installment (one of two equal installments).
- Tuition and re‑enrollment deposit (charged on acceptance and applied to Semester II for full‑year enrolments).
- Capital fee (one‑time charge for new students).
- Specific programme fees (e.g., SLD part‑ or full‑time).
- Transport (bus) fees if selected.
- Optional/extra charges (trips, tours, music tours, extracurricular activity charges).
- Parent Community Association dues on the first tuition bill.

(Amounts, billing dates, refund windows, SLD and transport fees as stated above apply for the current academic year.)
Academics

The American School in London teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The school uses a standards-based, US-style curriculum from kindergarten through grade 12. Lower School follows K–12 standards including Common Core English Language Arts and Math, Next Generation Science Standards, and AERO Social Studies. The High School offers a comprehensive US secondary education; most students take four years each of English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language, and pursue advanced work in academic and elective areas. With more than 20 designated AP courses available, ASL has a large AP program outside the US. In May 2017, 275 ASL students took 752 AP exams across 36 subjects, with 92% scoring 3 or above. SAT results from 2017 show an average EBRW of 690 and Math of 700.

Exam Results
AP exams: May 2017, 275 ASL students took 752 AP exams in 36 subjects; 92% scored 3 or above. SAT results (2017): EBRW average 690; Math average 700.

Higher Education Progression
Colleges and universities enrolling ASL graduates in the past four years include US institutions such as Harvard University, Yale University, Princeton University, Johns Hopkins University, Georgetown University, Columbia University, Duke University, Brown University, NYU, UC Berkeley, University of Chicago, and many others. UK universities with multiple ASL graduates include Imperial College London, University College London, King's College London, The University of Edinburgh, The University of Warwick, University of Oxford, University of Exeter, and The University of Manchester. Canada commonly represented includes McGill University.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Applications are submitted through the ASL admissions portal, where you can review requirements, upload documents and monitor the application status. The portal lists the three main grade bands as Lower School (K1–Grade 4), Middle School (Grades 5–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). 2. ASL welcomes applications from students of all nationalities who can meet the demands of a challenging American‑style curriculum. Admissions decisions are based on alignment with the school's mission and core values and on the applicant's experiences and records indicating likely success in ASL's academic programs. 3. 2026–27 applications follow a primary deadline and a second‑round deadline: the primary deadline was 15 January 2026 and the second‑round deadline is 15 March 2026; second‑round decisions are typically issued by mid‑April, with some decisions possible sooner; in‑year admissions are possible and depend on grade availability. 4. Applicants should prepare to submit through the admissions portal, including grades, records and required forms; in addition, you should view the UK/US age/grade equivalents if unsure which grade to apply to. 5. Decisions and late applications: admissions decisions are communicated by the end of February for those who complete applications by 15 January; those completing by 15 March are notified by 15 April; applications after 15 March are considered on a rolling basis, and families are asked to accept offers and submit a deposit through the admissions portal.

Scholarships
The School uses a financial aid program to assist qualified students in attending ASL and participating in extracurricular activities, regardless of families' ability to pay the full cost of these programs. A confidential Financial Aid Committee reviews the family's SSS analysis and other information to determine an award based on demonstrated need and the resources available at the School. Given limited resources, aid is typically not awarded to incoming K1 students, with priority given to siblings of current students, followed by middle school students, then high school, and then lower school. The School expects both parents to contribute toward tuition, and it may consider temporary aid if there is a loss of employment or other changes in circumstance. Supplemental aid is available for certain items and activities (e.g., after‑school programs, assessments, lunch, transportation, testing, and some trips and extracurricular activities) for eligible families (often at the 75% aid level and above). Financial aid decisions are made independently of admissions decisions, and aid is available to both aid recipients and non‑recipients for eligible activities; the process relies on standard forms (e.g., the Parents' Financial Statement) and related documentation, with deadlines and guidance provided during the application cycle. The purpose of the financial aid program is to enable attendance and participation in ASL's programs, and the School provides guidance and support throughout the process.
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