BISW

The British International School of Washington is a premier, private, international school for students in Pre-Nursery through Year 13 (IB Diploma Programme).

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School Starts tomorrow! #BackToSchool

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2 Days Back to School!

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We are proud to share that our Year 13 student, Preston Drake has been selected as a 2025 Milken Scholar!🎓

Congratulations, Preston, on this well-deserved recognition!

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A shoutout to BISW, Class of 2025!

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🎓 We were thrilled to welcome back Alya, Francesco, Raghav, and Rauf as they returned to BISW to share their post-graduation journeys!

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We’re so grateful for the incredible support of our BISW parent community — including Sarah, mum to a rising Year 13 student and a valued member of our Parent Association! 💙

Here she is with Oona, our Principal, whose warmth and leadership help make BISW feel like home!

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Thank you to our Operations Team! Our outdoor surfacing is almost complete for our Early Years students! #BISW #NordAnglia #DreamTeam #CantWaitForSchool

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Earlier this year, our Y4 students learnt about 'Vanishing Rainforests in IPC and created presentations to explain why rainforests are disappearing. They shared these with their families alongside rainforest artwork and poetry from the past term. Well done, Year 4!

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Milken Scholar 2025 DC Recognition Ceremony

Preston Drake was one of four high school seniors from Washington, D.C. to be selected as a Milken Scholar for 2025. Recipients were honored at a reception in June. They receive lifelong support including a $10,000 scholarship!

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A Changing View Across the Street!
The demolition of the building opposite to our school, 3300 Whitehaven, is nearly complete, and crews are now clearing the final rubble. It’s been fascinating to observe the transformation in real time!

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Beyond the Classroom:
At the British International School of Washington, our students thrive in collaborative environments that prepare them for university and beyond. From critical thinking to real-world application, our academic spaces are designed to inspire confidence.

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Class of 2025: Building Bright Futures
Congratulations Alexandra for outstanding university offers! At the British International School of Washington, our students are earning places at leading global universities by demonstrating incredible outcomes.

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At the British International School of Washington, Teachers consider learning styles as well as existing knowledge, skills, and understanding to develop lessons and activities that offer personal challenge, growth, and success.

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🎓 BIS Washington | Celebrating the Class of 2025
From North America to Europe and Asia, our graduates are receiving offers from some of the world’s top universities—testament to the strength of a BISW education and the global mindset we cultivate. 🌎

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Class of 2025: Shaping Tomorrow!
Congratulations Claire for your amazing university offers! At the British International School of Washington, our students are gaining access to some of the world’s top universities.

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Learning Through Play in Early Years (Ages 2-5)
In our Early Years classrooms, play is more than just fun, it’s how children explore, create, and grow. From imaginative role play to hands on discovery, every moment is a chance to build confidence and a lifelong love of learning.

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Class of 2025: Building Bright Futures
Congratulations Isabella for outstanding university offers! At the British International School of Washington, our students are earning places at leading global universities demonstrating that our outcomes don’t just stand out.

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We had a cultured afternoon at our Year 3 Art Gallery, fully staffed by our student greeters, caterers, security, and coat checkers. Our resident artists skillfully exhibited their wonderful art work, inspired by different artists and art movements throughout history. #BISW #NAE

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Happy Valentine’s Day! 💕 Thank you to the PA for spreading sweetness with their Krispy Kreme fundraiser 🍩 💌

 #ValentinesDay #SpreadLove #BISW #NAE

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In honour of Black History Month, Years 7-9 visited the African American Museum to learn more about African American history and culture.

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