The British School of Kathmandu

URN: 149814 • Nepal

Overview

Name
The British School of Kathmandu
URN
149814
Type
British schools overseas
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
40.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Caroline Drumm (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Visit
Address
Jhamsikhel, Nepal

Summary

The British School of Kathmandu, established in 1966, offers a British-style education to students aged 3-18 from diverse backgrounds, including local and expatriate families. Located in Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where each student is known and valued by expert teachers. The ethos of the school emphasises kindness, excellence, and wellbeing, encouraging students to develop positive relationships and embrace challenges in their learning journey.

The curriculum is broad and rich, integrating academic and co-curricular programmes that promote leadership and community engagement. The school has a strong focus on individualised learning, with teachers providing tailored feedback to help students achieve their potential. Notably, TBS has expanded its offerings over the years, including A Levels and Key Stage 3, and currently educates approximately 585 students from over 40 countries.

The British School of Kathmandu is a not-for-profit institution overseen by an elected Board of Governors, ensuring a community-driven approach to education. The school values continuous self-improvement and encourages students to explore their interests and creativity in a nurturing environment.

Key details

LA
Does not apply
Age range
3 - 18
Boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
2022-09-07
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14
2024-09-11
2023-09-11

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