Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
2000 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
80 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE
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| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning support |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
BISH offers many clubs and activities. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
- MIT-inspired Maker Spaces – for modelling, prototyping, and building creative projects.
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| Sports facilities at the school |
- Two NCAA-sized gymnasiums
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| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The British International School of Houston, Texas provides one-of-a-kind learning experiences that connect students to the world. Under the guidance of BISH's exceptional, internationally experienced teachers, BIS Houston students jumpstart their future by building their love for learning and pursuing their passions. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
BIS Houston is accredited to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), a gold standard of global education, as a premier private international school in Houston, Texas. BISH is also accredited as a Centre for the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) to offer Cambridge examination courses in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). Additionally, BISH is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), an internationally recognised standard of excellence that speaks to our high quality and integrity. |