What are the schools in UK like?
When we asked about the schools in UK, they said...
"Ackworth School is one of the most renowned independent international schools in England. Located in rural West Yorkshire, Ackworth provides teaching of an international curriculum that follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. It focuses on developing each student's individual talents and abilities while emphasizing the importance of cooperation and understanding between all cultures. Additionally, Ackworth offers extra curricular activities such as chess, debating, performing arts, and community service. The French lycee Charles de Gaulle is also a top international school located in South Kensington. It offers bilingual teaching in French and English within a curriculum based on the French curriculum, the National Education and the International Baccalaureate. Students between the ages of 3 and 18 benefit from a rigorous and diverse educational program, including music, arts, sports, and literature. The International School of London is another outstanding international school in England. Founded in 1978, this school provides an education based on the National Curriculum along with the International Baccalaureate, with the main language of instruction being English. The school is also known for its strong emphasis on helping each student develop their potential and encouraging them to be global citizens. The German School London is a private co-educational bilingual school in Hampstead. It offers classes in German and English, offering a wide range of academic, cultural, sporting and recreational activities. Special attention is given to international understanding, cultural diversity and social engagement. The International School of Oxford is an independent school offering a multicultural learning environment to students aged 5 - 19. It follows an international curriculum, and offer teaching in English, French and Spanish, as well as a range of extra curricular activities such as theater, jazz band and an international club," said one expat in with children at .
"Visit if possible; it is a great campus. Ask as many questions of TASIS as you need to - Admissions staff are extremely helpful & supportive. Read the web site and the school's Facebook page to get a feel for the spirit of the school. If you want a school that treats students with respect & as individuals, and helps them fulfill their potential, we highly recommend TASIS. My son is loving TASIS (& he came from a fab school in the US), and we are thrilled for him," remarked one parent with kids at TASIS England in Thorpe, Surrey.
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