The American School in London is a American Curriculum / Advanced Placement (AP) school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1951. It serves 1,445 students for students aged 4–18. Annual tuition ranges from $51,039 to $58,963 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Need-based financial aid program administered by a confidential Financial Aid Committee using SSS analysis. Priority given to siblings of current students, then middle school, high school, and lower school applicants. Aid is generally not awarded to incoming K1 students. Supplemental aid available for after-school programs, assessments, lunch, transportation, testing, and some trips for eligible families (typically at 75% aid level and above). Financial aid decisions are made independently of admissions decisions.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
The American School in London applied for a material change to increase its maximum pupil roll from 1425 to 1550. The material change inspection determined the school is likely to meet all relevant Independent School Standards if the proposed increase is implemented, with safeguarding arrangements implemented effectively and the school able to accommodate additional pupils without changes to existing facilities or staffing. The material change is recommended for approval.
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About
The American School in London (ASL) is an independent co-educational day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12, ages 4 to 18, following a standards-based American curriculum with more than 20 Advanced Placement courses. Located on the Thames in St John's Wood, the campus features a MILL makerspace, two libraries, a 25-meter pool, and a Boathouse for rowing, alongside vibrant arts and extracurricular programs. With 70 nationalities represented and strong university placement at leading US and UK institutions, ASL is one of the most prominent American-curriculum schools outside the United States.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
ASL offers one of the largest AP programs outside the United States with over 20 AP courses, achieving a 92% pass rate (score 3+). The campus features riverside access with a Boathouse for Thames rowing, a MILL makerspace, and the School Center for Education and the Arts. With 70 nationalities represented and strong university placement at Ivy League and top UK institutions, ASL serves a highly international community within an American curriculum framework.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| High School (Grades 9-12) | GBP 46,428~$ 58,770 |
| Lower School (K1-Grade 4) | GBP 40,188~$ 50,871 |
| Middle School (Grades 5-8) | GBP 44,616~$ 56,476 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: £40,188 - 46,428. Application fee: $457.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit application through the ASL admissions portal, uploading required documents and monitoring status. 2) Primary deadline is 15 January; decisions communicated by end of February. 3) Second-round deadline is 15 March; decisions by 15 April. 4) Applications after 15 March considered on a rolling basis depending on grade availability. 5) Families accept offers and submit deposit through the admissions portal.
Admissions Details
School Day
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.
Student Life
Catering is available; lunch is provided. On-campus catering purchases and meal plans are handled via the iPayimpact cashless system.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
K-12 Counseling program staffed by mental health professionals providing short-term, solution-focused support, classroom lessons on social-emotional development, and parent/guardian workshops. Two counselors support each division. Students may self-refer or be referred, and counselors can assist with external therapy referrals.
ASL is committed to safeguarding and child protection. All employees are required to report suspected abuse or neglect to designated personnel who liaise with the safeguarding lead and local Children's Services when needed. The framework reflects UK law and guidance. All counselors are part of ASL's safeguarding team.
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent school governed by a Board of Trustees, which oversees mission and values, appoints and supports the Head of School, and supervises financial and institutional affairs; day-to-day administration is delegated to the Head.
Notable alumni include filmmaker Gabriela Garcia Medina '01, Hamish Stephenson '14, and Andy Bates '67