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Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Sixth Form
Introduction
The British International School of Charlotte (BIS Charlotte) on the Ballantyne campus serves students from 18 months to 18 years and is part of Nord Anglia Education. It uses a blended curriculum: Primary follows the English National Curriculum with IPC; Lower Secondary combines EN with IMYC; Upper Secondary offers the IB Diploma. In Years 12–13, students take six IB subjects (three Higher Level and three Standard Level), including a literature-based language course, a second language, social science, science, mathematics, and an elective. Classes are small—about ten students per teacher and taught by UK-trained staff. Facilities include a Maker Space with 3D printers, VR, drones, Spheros, and programmable robots; the IB Suite for Years 12–13; a dance studio and a Black Box Drama Studio; a gym, tennis and basketball courts, and an athletics field. MIT STEAM activities and performing arts enrich the extracurricular program. Nord Anglia programs with Juilliard, MIT, and UNICEF provide opportunities.
British International School of Charlotte has 200 pupils, typical class sizes of 15.
Location
The British International School of Charlotte is located in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina. The campus sits in a verdant, family‑friendly suburb of Ballantyne, and the street address is 7000 Endhaven Lane, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA. The school serves students from 18 months to 18 years old and is part of the Nord Anglia Education family.
Stages
Early Years (18 months–5 years); Primary School (5–11 years); Lower Secondary School (11–14 years); Upper Secondary School (14–18 years).
Type
Private international day school.
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided to English language learners.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom (British international school following the English National Curriculum).
School day structure
A typical day includes activities such as Wake Up, Shake Up; Storytime; Quiet Time; Imagination Garden in Early Years; and Circle Time. Languages are taught (Spanish and French) and students study across the English National Curriculum and the International Middle Years/IGCSE/IB programs. The school day on campus runs roughly from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
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Fees
Annual tuition at British International School of Charlotte ranges from USD 17,290 to USD 35,800 for 2026/27.
Application and one‑off fees
- Online Application Fee: USD 150 (one‑off, non‑refundable). - New Family Fee (one‑off): USD 1,750 (non‑refundable).
Annual tuition by year group (2026–2027) and equivalent per‑term amount
The school year is divided into three terms (Autumn, Spring, Summer). Per‑term figures shown below are the published annual fee divided by three (annual ÷ 3) to give the term‑level value.
- Pre‑Nursery — Full Day: USD 24,700 per year · USD 8,233.33 per term. - Pre‑Nursery — Half Day: USD 17,290 per year · USD 5,763.33 per term. - Nursery — Full Day: USD 24,700 per year · USD 8,233.33 per term. - Nursery — Half Day: USD 17,290 per year · USD 5,763.33 per term. - Foundations (Pre‑K) Found 1 — Full Day: USD 25,900 per year · USD 8,633.33 per term. - Foundations (Pre‑K) Found 2 — Full Day: USD 25,900 per year · USD 8,633.33 per term. - Year 1 (Kindergarten) — Full Day: USD 27,900 per year · USD 9,300.00 per term. - Year 2 — Full Day: USD 27,900 per year · USD 9,300.00 per term. - Year 3 — Full Day: USD 30,500 per year · USD 10,166.67 per term. - Year 4 — Full Day: USD 30,900 per year · USD 10,300.00 per term. - Year 5 — Full Day: USD 30,900 per year · USD 10,300.00 per term. - Year 6 — Full Day: USD 30,900 per year · USD 10,300.00 per term. - Year 7 — Full Day: USD 33,900 per year · USD 11,300.00 per term. - Year 8 — Full Day: USD 33,900 per year · USD 11,300.00 per term. - Year 9 — Full Day: USD 33,900 per year · USD 11,300.00 per term. - Year 10 — Full Day: USD 35,250 per year · USD 11,750.00 per term. - Year 11 — Full Day: USD 35,250 per year · USD 11,750.00 per term. - Year 12 — Full Day: USD 35,800 per year · USD 11,933.33 per term. - Year 13 — Full Day: USD 35,800 per year · USD 11,933.33 per term.
Billing schedule and payment terms (practical summary)
- The academic year is broken into three terms: Autumn, Spring and Summer with published term start and end dates. - Mid‑year starters are charged on a prorated basis according to a Tuition Prorate Schedule (month‑based percentages are published for mid‑year starts). Example prorate guidance is provided for October–June. - The school accepts online payments through a secure parent payment portal. The application process also collects credit card details for payment of the application fee.
Sibling discounts
- 2.5% discount for the first sibling. - 5% discount for the second sibling.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school (regular school day and term calendar published).
Other costs and recurring charges to anticipate
- School lunches. - School uniforms (published guidance applies for 18 months–Year 11). - School trips and visits; residential trips (Years 3–13). - Textbooks (Years 9–13). - IB examination charge for Year 13: USD 1,500.
Refunds and non‑refundables
- The Online Application Fee (USD 150) and the New Family Fee (USD 1,750) are listed as one‑time non‑refundable fees. - Refunds of other fees (where applicable) are handled in accordance with the school's admissions/fee terms and conditions; Nord Anglia's admissions terms note that refunds are processed to the payer's bank account in line with those terms.
Fee payment options
- Online parent payment portal is available for electronic payments. - The application form accepts credit card details for payment of the application fee. - Invoicing and refund processing follow the school's admissions and fees terms and conditions. For practical payment setup and accepted transaction types, parents use the school's secure online payment portal and the admissions billing contacts.
Contact for billing inquiries
- Admissions / billing telephone: +1 (704) 341‑3236; admissions email: admissions@bischarlotte.org. Use these contacts for invoice queries and payment arrangements.
Academics
British International School of Charlotte teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
The British International School of Charlotte uses a blended curriculum across school stages. The Primary School program combines the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Lower Secondary blends elements of the English National Curriculum with the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). The Upper Secondary School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). In Years 12 and 13, students study six IB Diploma subjects, three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level, including a literature-based language course, a second language, a social science, a science, a math course, and an elective. Small classes of about ten students per teacher support personalised learning.
Student Teacher Ratio
About ten students per teacher
Wellbeing
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Admissions
Admissions
Open to students aged 18 months to 18 years. The admissions process has four steps: 1. complete an online application form (one per family), which acts as a placeholder for available class seats and may place the child on current wait lists if the class is full; 2) submit school records (transcripts/grade reports) and teacher evaluation forms as requested; younger children without school records can skip this step but a teacher evaluation may be requested if the child attends a current school or daycare; 3) schedule a student assessment visit (School Day Assessment Visits for Foundation Stages 4–5 years through High School level 18 years; Discovery Assessment Meetings for ages 18 months–3 years; virtual assessments available); 4) secure official enrollment by signing the enrollment contract and paying a non-refundable tuition deposit of $2,000 per student (deposit deducted from total tuition). There are no set enrollment periods; February is the re-enrollment period for current students; fall enrollment contracts are issued between March and September; mid-year contracts are issued after September. Classes are waitlisted once they reach capacity. A Tuition Prorate Schedule applies for mid-year starts; other costs remain the same.
Waitlist
Classes are waitlisted once capacity is reached. The online application form acts as a placeholder for available class seats, and your child will be added to current wait lists if the class you applied for has reached capacity.
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FAQs
What curriculum does British International School of Charlotte follow?
The British International School of Charlotte uses a blended curriculum across school stages. The Primary School program combines the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Lower Secondary blends elements of the English National Curriculum with the International.
What are the tuition fees at British International School of Charlotte?
Annual tuition fees range from USD 17,290 to USD 35,800 depending on the year group. **Application and one‑off fees** - Online Application Fee: USD 150 (one‑off, non‑refundable). - New Family Fee (one‑off): USD 1,750 (non‑refundable).
What age range does British International School of Charlotte serve?
The school serves students aged 1 to 18. Early Years (18 months–5 years); Primary School (5–11 years); Lower Secondary School (11–14 years); Upper Secondary School (14–18 years).
Where is British International School of Charlotte located?
The British International School of Charlotte is located in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina. The campus sits in a verdant, family‑friendly suburb of Ballantyne, and the street address is 7000 Endhaven Lane, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA. The school serves students from 18 months to 18 ye
What wellbeing support does British International School of Charlotte offer?
The school provides personalized learning within a globally minded community. Well-being is given equal importance to academics, strengthening resilience and curiosity so students can navigate a changing world. Academics are balanced with life skills and wellness initiatives to foster emotional inte
What sports facilities does British International School of Charlotte have?
There is a spacious gym for physical education and fitness. Tennis courts and basketball courts are on site for year-round play. An athletics field is equipped with goals for soccer, football, and rugby. Facilities are available year-round to support students' fitness and wellness goals.
How do I apply to British International School of Charlotte?
Open to students aged 18 months to 18 years. The admissions process has four steps: 1) complete an online application form (one per family), which acts as a placeholder for available class seats and may place the child on current wait lists if the class is full; 2) submit school records (transcripts
What languages are taught at British International School of Charlotte?
English is the language of instruction. Spanish and French are taught as additional languages at BIS Charlotte. Primary combines the English National Curriculum and the IPC, with Spanish and French available. Upper Secondary offers IGCSE with French and Spanish as options and leads to the IB Diploma
What is the history of British International School of Charlotte?
The British International School of Charlotte is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global family of over 80 premium private international schools spanning more than 30 countries. From its Ballantyne campus in Charlotte, BIS Charlotte serves students from 18 months to 18 years with small classes taugh
What extracurricular activities are available?
Art, Drawing, Drama Club for the Y4-9 Performance, Dance/Tap/Ballet, Musical Theater, Theatre and Acting, Singing, and Movie Maker are offered. Peripatetic music lessons are provided in guitar, piano, voice, and violin.
What are the school hours at British International School of Charlotte?
A typical day includes activities such as Wake Up, Shake Up; Storytime; Quiet Time; Imagination Garden in Early Years; and Circle Time. Languages are taught (Spanish and French) and students study acr
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