The International College is the only purpose-built school of its kind in the UK; established in 1977, its aim is to give school children from non-British, non-English speaking backgrounds the very best start to their education in the UK. It provides:

　　a) Intensive English language training

　　b) Intensive academic development

　　c) A careful introduction to the skills essential for study at boarding schools in England

　　It is a full boarding school, for girls and boys aged between 11 and 17.

　　Most students study for one year before moving into top traditional schools.

　　We are non-selective, but achieved 90% higher level passes in the national GCSE examinations in 2008. All our teachers are trained, and most qualified, in teaching English as a foreign language, as well as being qualified in their own subjects, e.g. Mathematics, Sciences, etc. Enrolment takes place in September, January and April.

　　The College also has an eight week summer course in July and August each year.