ICS

What ICS does

ICS London is a private independent international school operating two campuses in Central London (Early Years & Primary at 7B Wyndham Place, Marylebone; Secondary & Diploma at 21 Star Street). Founded in 1984, the school delivers the full International Baccalaureate continuum from Early Years (ages 3-5) through Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), iGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme (ages 16-18). It is one of only two Central London schools authorised to offer the full IB pathway ages 3-18, and the curriculum is augmented by the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised phonics programme, FLOW Projects interdisciplinary learning for Years 7-9, after-school clubs, transport services, and culturally diverse dining.

The school serves over 50 nationalities with a 5:1 student-teacher ratio and is accredited by both the International Baccalaureate Organisation and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). It is a member of the Globeducate international schools network, which connects it to sister schools in Milan, Paris, Rome, Nice, and Côte d'Azur for events such as the Globeducate Academic Olympics, Model UN, and Debate. ICS London ranks in the top 20% of UK schools, is the 11th-ranked Small Independent School, and reports an average IB Diploma score of 30 points over five years, with approximately 40% of university destinations ranked in the Times Higher Education Top 100.

Revenue is generated entirely through tuition fees on a term-based subscription model, with registration fees and deposits required at enrolment. The school uses a direct-to-consumer go-to-market motion: rolling admissions through the OpenApply online portal (approximately 15-minute completion), personalised campus tours, open days, and educational agent partnerships under the Agent Quality Framework. Marketing channels include the school's website, social media (Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram), downloadable prospectuses, and the Globeducate network. ICS London operates as part of the Globeducate group with 68 employees and no public listing.

Name

ICS

Legal name

ICS London

Website

https://icschool.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ICS London is a private Central London international school delivering the full IB continuum (ages 3-18) at two Marylebone campuses. Founded in 1984 and part of the Globeducate network, it serves 50+ nationalities with a 5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International School Education

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

International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK)

Keywords

• International school education
• IB curriculum programmes
• Primary secondary education
• Early years learning
• University preparation

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: Revenue generated from tuition fees for students aged 3-18 across Early Years, Primary, Middle Years, iGCSE, and Diploma programmes. The school operates on a term-based academic calendar with fees covering curriculum delivery, facilities, and dining services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ICS London is an IB World School that delivers the full International Baccalaureate continuum from Early Years (ages 3–5) through Primary Years Programme (ages 5–11), Middle Years Programme (ages 11–16), iGCSE (ages 14–16), and Diploma Programme (ages 16–18) across two Central London campuses, supported by after-school clubs, transport, and dining services for an international student community of over 50 nationalities.

Product overview

ICS London is an IB World School offering a comprehensive educational programme from Early Years (ages 3-5) through to IB Diploma (ages 16-18). The school delivers the full International Baccalaureate continuum including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), alongside iGCSE preparation. The curriculum is supported by the Little Wandle phonics programme for early readers, FLOW Projects for interdisciplinary learning, and is complemented by after-school clubs, transport services, and dining facilities. The school operates two campuses in Central London (Marylebone and Star Street) and is a member of the Globeducate network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Years Programme Programme for young children aged 3-5 focused on learning through play and exploration, aligned with the IB learner profile.
• IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Inquiry-led learning framework for children aged 5-11 developing skills in real-life contexts, organised around six transdisciplinary themes: Who We Are, How We Express Ourselves, Where We Are In Place & Time, Sharing The Planet, How The World Works, and How We Organise Ourselves.
• IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Flexible curriculum for students aged 11-16 encouraging practical connections between studies and the real world, covering Literature and Language, Maths, Integrated Sciences, Language Acquisition, Integrated Humanities, Physical and Health Education, Design, and Visual Arts.
• iGCSE Programme Examination programme for students aged 14-16 preparing them for the IB Diploma Programme, delivered alongside the Middle Years Programme.
• IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) Pre-university programme for students aged 16-18 comprising six subject groups and a central core including Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity Activity Service (CAS), and Extended Essay. Subjects include Language and Literature, Maths AA and AI, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems & Societies, History, Business Management, Economics, Language Acquisition, and Visual Arts.
• After-School Clubs Varied after-school activities offering students opportunities to pursue passions or discover new interests, with options in sports and other activities.
• Transport Service School bus and transport service for students attending the Early Years & Primary (Marylebone) and Secondary & Diploma (Star Street) campuses.
• Dining Services Lunch service offering nutritious and culturally diverse meals prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Menu is Halal and nut-free, catering to different tastes and dietary preferences.

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GlobeducatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICS London is a proud member of the Globeducate network, an international group of schools providing educational excellence worldwide. This partnership enables participation in exclusive events including the Globeducate Academic Olympics, Globeducate Debate, Globeducate Model United Nations, and WWF Wild Wisdom Global Challenge. The network includes schools in Milan, Paris, Rome, Nice, and Côte d'Azur.
• UNESCOminorOthersICS London students visit UNESCO headquarters in Paris as part of educational enrichment activities, providing firsthand exposure to international diplomacy and global heritage preservation.
• WWF (World Wildlife Fund)minorOthersStudents participate in the WWF Wild Wisdom Global Challenge as part of Globeducate Agenda Events, promoting environmental awareness and conservation education.
• The GuardianminorOthersICS London Diploma and Year 11 students visit The Guardian publishing house in King's Cross to learn about journalism and media from industry experts.
• Times Higher EducationminorOthersUniversity destinations data is benchmarked against Times Higher Education University Rankings 2021 to demonstrate school effectiveness in preparing students for top universities.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Southbank International School: The other 'one of only two' full IB World Schools in Central London, offering the IB continuum across multiple campuses to international families. Direct head-to-head competitor for the same target market with overlapping curriculum and demographics.
• Marymount International School London: Catholic IB World School in London offering the full IB continuum to a diverse international student body. Comparable curriculum framework, international demographic, and Central London catchment, with religious affiliation as a differentiator.
• ACS International Schools: Established international school group operating multiple campuses in the UK and globally offering IB and American curricula. Comparable target market of internationally-mobile families and similar tuition premium positioning, though at larger scale.
• Dwight School London: London-based IB school within the global Dwight network, offering the IB continuum to international families. Directly comparable curriculum (IB) and target market, though smaller in scale than ICS London.
• The American School in London (ASL): Major London international school serving predominantly American and international families with a US-style curriculum that incorporates IB elements. Comparable premium positioning and Central London location targeting internationally-mobile families.
• International School of London (ISL): London-based international school serving a similar multinational student body with IB programmes from Early Years through Diploma. Directly comparable in mission, curriculum, and customer profile.

Broad incumbents

• Wellington College: Premium UK independent school with established international student recruitment and strong global university outcomes. Comparable premium positioning and ability to attract international fee-paying families, though delivers traditional A-levels rather than IB.
• North London Collegiate School: Elite UK independent school with a significant international student body and outstanding university placement record. Comparable premium positioning and academic outcomes, though delivers a non-IB curriculum and serves a more UK-domestic base.

Regional players

• TASIS The American School in England: International school located in Thorpe, Surrey (outside London) serving American and international families with IB and AP pathways. Similar premium positioning and curriculum mix but serves a different geography from ICS London's Central London catchment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ICSLondon
• Facebookfacebook.com/ICSLondonUK
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/international-community-school-london
• Instagraminstagram.com/ics_london

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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