British International School of Houston

What British International School of Houston does

British International School of Houston (BIS Houston) is a premium private international school located in Katy, Texas, serving students ages 3-18 across Early Years, Primary, Middle, and High School divisions. The school is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nord Anglia Education, a global operator of 80+ premium schools across 31 countries, and is governed under the Nord Anglia brand and operational standards. Its academic portfolio combines the English National Curriculum, International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and Career-related Programme, with articulation agreements allowing IBCP students to earn college credits from Baylor University, Savannah College of Art and Design, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

The school operates from a single 275,000 sq ft state-of-the-art campus that includes an MIT-inspired makerspace, a Performing Arts Centre (dance studio, black box theatre, auditorium, outdoor amphitheatre), and The Agora library. Its technology stack centers on Nord Anglia's Global Campus online learning platform, which connects students across the network for shared challenges, the UNICEF Social Impact Programme aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals, and global expeditions including a citizenship expedition in Tanzania. The teaching workforce is 100% PGCE/QTS-certified, with 80% recruited internationally, and is developed through Nord Anglia University with resources from Apple, MIT, and Juilliard. The school reports 80+ nationalities on campus, with parent-reported satisfaction metrics of 92-96% across stimulating environment, teacher relationships, and student happiness.

BIS Houston runs a sales-led, direct-to-family go-to-market via a personalized admissions process: families inquire, schedule campus or virtual tours, and apply online. Revenue is generated almost entirely from tuition fees billed annually, with Financial Aid and Scholarships available; specific pricing is not publicly disclosed. Distribution is single-campus domestic, supported by multi-channel digital marketing (email, social, virtual tour, website content) and partnerships with MIT, Juilliard, UNICEF, IBO, and the IBCP university partners that double as both programming and brand assets. Leadership is headed by Principal Barrie Scrymgeour.

Name

British International School of Houston

Legal name

The British International School of Houston

Website

https://bishouston.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

British International School of Houston is a premium private international school in Katy, Texas, serving ages 3-18 through English National, IGCSE, and IB curricula. A wholly-owned subsidiary of Nord Anglia Education, it monetizes via annual tuition and leverages MIT, Juilliard, and UNICEF partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private International School (K-12)

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Day Schools (EDAJABAA)

Keywords

• International education
• K-12 schooling
• IB curriculum
• Private school
• College preparation

Headquarters

HQ city

Katy

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: Revenue generated through tuition fees paid by families for student enrollment. The school offers Financial Aid and Scholarships as well. Specific fee structures are available through the admissions inquiry process.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The British International School of Houston is a private international day school in Katy, Texas delivering K-12 education for ages 3-18 across Early Years, Primary, Middle, and High School divisions. It offers globally recognized curricula — English National Curriculum, International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE, IB Diploma, IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), and US High School Diploma — supported by a 275,000-square-foot campus with a Performing Arts Centre, MIT-inspired makerspace, and The Agora library.

Product overview

British International School of Houston is a premium international school offering a comprehensive educational programme for students ages 3–18. The school operates as a unified educational institution structured across four key stages: Early Years (ages 3–5), Primary School (ages 5–11), Middle School (ages 11–14), and High School (ages 14–18). The academic portfolio is anchored by internationally recognized curricula including the English National Curriculum, International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE, and International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes (both the Diploma and Career-related Programme options). Beyond academics, the school provides a rich ecosystem of facilities (MIT-inspired makerspace, Performing Arts Centre, The Agora library) and programmes (Global Campus online platform, Summer Camp, After School Activities, UNICEF Global Challenge, Model United Nations) that support holistic student development. All programmes are delivered through Nord Anglia Education's global platform, with access to Nord Anglia University for teacher professional development. The school is part of the Nord Anglia Education family operating across 31 countries, serving over 80 nationalities on campus.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Years Programme Early childhood education programme for ages 3-5, following the English National Curriculum's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, building foundational skills through play-based learning.
• Primary School Programme Primary education for ages 5-11, using the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) alongside the English National Curriculum with an interdisciplinary approach connecting learning across subjects.
• Middle School Programme Middle school education for ages 11-14 preparing students for rigorous internationally benchmarked testing through continued interdisciplinary learning.
• High School Programme High school education for ages 14-18 offering multiple pathways: US High School Diploma, International Baccalaureate Diploma, or International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme.
• International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Internationally benchmarked secondary education qualification providing rigorous examination preparation for students aged 14-16.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Globally recognized pre-university qualification for students aged 16-19 opening doors to top-tier colleges and universities worldwide including Rice, UPenn, Oxford, Cambridge, Columbia, and Stanford.
• International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) Career-focused pathway allowing students to earn college credits from Baylor University, Savannah College of Art and Design, or Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University while still in high school.
• Global Campus online learning platform Nord Anglia's online learning platform enabling BIS Houston students to connect with peers across the world through challenges, broaden global perspectives, and deepen knowledge through the Social Impact Programme.
• Summer Camp Seasonal programme offering outdoor activities and enrichment experiences for students during summer months.
• After School Activities (ASA) After-school activities programme offering students opportunities for skill development, creativity, and social engagement beyond regular academic hours.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% of parents confirm strong teacher-student relationships
• +3 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Nord Anglia EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization and global educational network operating premium international schools across 31 countries. BIS Houston is part of this family of 80+ premium schools, benefiting from shared resources, Global Campus platform, professional development through Nord Anglia University, and global expeditions and competitions.
• UNICEFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBIS Houston participates in UNICEF's Global Challenge as part of the Global Campus Social Impact Programme, where students learn about and create solutions for the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
• MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough Nord Anglia University, teachers access MIT resources and curriculum for STEM education. BIS Houston features an MIT-inspired makerspace for hands-on project-based learning.
• The Juilliard SchoolflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerNord Anglia Education's partnership with Juilliard provides BIS Houston performing arts teachers with curriculum specialists in dance, drama, and music. The school features a comprehensive Performing Arts Centre including dance studio, black box performance space, auditorium, and outdoor amphitheatre.
• International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBIS Houston offers IB Diploma and Career-related Programmes. All IB teachers are certified and trained by the International Baccalaureate Organisation, ensuring expert delivery of IB curriculum.
• Baylor UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP), students can earn college credits from Baylor University while still in High School.
• Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP), ambitious students with intended career paths in arts can earn college credits from SCAD while still in High School.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP), students interested in aviation or aerospace can earn college credits from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University while still in High School.
• International Awards USA (Duke of Edinburgh's Award)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBIS Houston students participate in International Awards USA activities, including outdoor camping challenges, which are part of the experiential learning and character development programmes.
• Nord Anglia Citizenship Expedition (Tanzania)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBIS Houston students attend the Nord Anglia Citizenship Expedition in Arusha, Tanzania, where they help build a local sustainable school in a different environment, fostering global citizenship and social purpose.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• United Nations International School (UNIS): Manhattan-based international school serving UN families and globally mobile professionals, with IB curriculum across K-12. Comparable target audience and premium positioning.
• Singapore American School: Premium international school in Asia serving predominantly expatriate families with rigorous curriculum and university placement record. Comparable in positioning, scale, and family demographic.
• The Awty International School: Houston-based private international school offering IB Diploma and French Baccalaureate for ages 3-18. Most direct competitor to BIS Houston in the same geographic market with comparable international curriculum and tuition tier.
• The British International School of Washington: Sister Nord Anglia international school offering British curriculum and IB programmes in the US mid-Atlantic. Operates the same Nord Anglia playbook with shared Global Campus and partnerships.
• The Kinkaid School: Elite Houston-area private day school (ages K-12) competing for the same premium family segment, though anchored in US curriculum rather than IB/British programs.
• The British School of Paris: Premium British international school in a major European metropolis serving expatriate families with British curriculum and IB Diploma pathway. Closely comparable operating model.
• Lycée International de Los Angeles (LILA): Los Angeles-based private international school offering French and IB curricula to globally mobile families in a major US market with comparable fee tier.
• Nord Anglia International School Dubai: Sister Nord Anglia school operating under identical brand, partnerships, and Global Campus platform. Directly comparable in business model and curriculum offering, though in a different geography.
• The Dwight School (NYC): New York-based private international school offering IB programmes and personalized curricula for globally mobile families in a major US metropolitan market.

Broad incumbents

• BASIS Independent Schools: Network of premium US private K-12 schools emphasizing rigorous academics and STEM. Competes for the same high-achieving, college-prep-oriented families in major US metros.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/BISHouston
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/TheBritishInternationalSchoolofHouston
• Facebookfacebook.com/bishouston
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/british-international-school-of-houston
• Instagraminstagram.com/bish.houston

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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