The British International School of Houston is a IB Diploma Programme / IB Career-related Programme / IB school in Katy, United States. Founded in 2000. Annual tuition ranges from $15,540 to $39,500 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Financial aid is awarded based on demonstrated financial need via TADS (third-party assessment). Applications open February 1 each year on the TADS Family Portal (partner code 200293). Financial aid covers partial tuition only, is awarded for one school year, and is not guaranteed for subsequent years. Priority review is given to re-enrolling families who submit in February. A High School Scholarship is available for students entering Year 10 to Year 13 in the 2026/27 school year. TEFA funding is also available.
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About
The British International School of Houston is a private, coeducational day school in Katy, Texas offering the IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme. The school has been authorized by the IB since April 2005 for the DP and July 2012 for the CP. Instruction is in English and the school serves secondary-level students.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
BIS Houston is a 33-acre campus part of Nord Anglia Education serving 80+ nationalities. Features include a MIT-inspired Maker Space, a Juilliard-influenced Performing Arts Centre with a 600-seat theatre, an Agora library, two NCAA-sized gyms, a six-lane swimming pool, and FIFA-pitch soccer fields. The school is an Apple Distinguished School with a 1:1 device programme and connects students globally via the Nord Anglia Global Campus platform.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 6 | USD 32,950 |
| Year 7 | USD 33,750 |
| Year 8 | USD 34,950 |
| Year 9 | USD 36,500 |
| Year 10 | USD 36,950 |
| Year 11 | USD 37,950 |
| Year 12 | USD 38,950 |
| Year 13 | USD 39,500 |
| Year 1 - Year 2 | USD 29,975 |
| Year 3 - Year 5 | USD 31,975 |
| EY2 / Reception / PK4 (full time) | USD 29,250 |
| Early Years 1 / PK3 / Nursery (3 full days per week) | USD 16,950 |
| Early Years 1 / PK3 / Nursery (mornings or afternoons only) | USD 15,540 |
| Early Years 1 / Nursery; Early Years 2 / Reception (full time) | USD 28,250 |
Original currency: USD 15,540 - 39,500. Application fee: $250.
Admissions Process
- 1Enquire: Contact BIS Houston by phone, email, or online enquiry form. Prepare child's drawing or writing task, teacher evaluation forms, and transcripts from current and previous school year. 2. Discover: Visit BIS Houston to see the campus and classrooms. 3. Apply: Submit online application. Applications are accepted throughout the school year; places are offered based on availability.
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Student Life
The BIS Houston uses a house system with four houses: Fire, Water, Earth, and Air.
The school has uniforms and dress code guidelines. The uniform provider is FlynnO'Hara. Years 12 and 13 follow a dress code similar to professional attire.
Lunch is provided by Flik Independent School Dining with two options: Meal Plan (all-inclusive lunch) and A La Carte Options. Meals include a daily hot entrée, sides, and a beverage; Early Years meal plans require weekly preselection. BIS Houston uses MyKidsSpending to manage meal accounts.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Dedicated counselling is available to students, with mindfulness sessions and health-focused professional development for staff. A school counsellor provides individual and group wellbeing support. The school emphasises mental health and emotional resilience as part of its education.
BIS Houston implements the Nord Anglia Education Safeguarding Policy. The Designated Safeguarding Lead is Gemma Averette. Staff are trained on safeguarding and reporting procedures; Texas law requires staff to report safeguarding concerns to CPS or law enforcement within 48 hours. The school maintains a Suicide Prevention Policy and on-site security.
Student Demographics
School Background
private
Apple Distinguished School