The British International School of Charlotte occupies a unique place in the landscape of private schools.
We are part of Nord Anglia Education, a family of 56 premium and contemporary international schools across the world.
From 18 months through high school, we encourage independent, creative thinking through a carefully planned academic curriculum which lays the foundation for lifelong learning and future success. Offering open enrollment, we provide each child with a tailored and well-rounded academic and personal learning experience through small class sizes, robust approaches to learning and personal success plans.Weaving together the best of the British education system; world leading international curricula and outstanding one of a kind collaborations with MIT, Juilliard and UNICEF, BISC challenges, supports and motivates students to achieve ambitious results and inspires students to exceed expectations. Our Early Years Education, beginning at the age of 18 months, leads into our International Primary and Middle Years curriculum and ends with the renowned International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
Together, the curricula better prepares students for success in higher education, leading to the highly regarded and much preferred IB Diploma qualification.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
2004
Student Body
Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
11 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Associate
Andrea Zerrillo
School Notes
Here at the British International School Charlotte, we offer your
child the only genuine international education available in
Charlotte, North Carolina
Our approach to global learning sets us apart from other private schools in Charlotte.We have a deeper understanding that the impact of international education goes much further than geography or cultural awareness. It further:
Our approach to global learning sets us apart from other private schools in Charlotte.We have a deeper understanding that the impact of international education goes much further than geography or cultural awareness. It further:
- gives your child the knowledge about cultures and countries, by inspiring them to be amazed by the world;
- generates an interest in food or fashion, and creates within them a genuine interest in the lives of other people, celebrating diversity in all its forms;
- recognizes individuality, by giving each child the confidence to embrace different as normal, while valuing and accepting their own uniqueness;
- teaches your child another language, and enthuses him or her with the desire and confidence to communicate with people from around the world;
- connects them to others from Charlotte by providing a global network of lifelong friends and committed learners just like them from an early age.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for British International School of Charlotte?
The application deadline for British International School of Charlotte is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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