Real teachers, live from London
Every lesson is taught live by a UK-qualified teacher from the iBOS school building in London, not from home. Pupils answer, ask their own questions and work through tasks while the teacher checks understanding.
Secondary · Years 7–11 · Ages 11–16
Specialist teachers. Live lessons. A clear path to iGCSE.
An accredited British secondary school for Years 7–11, where live subject teaching builds from a broad Key Stage 3 into Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs.
For UK families looking for an alternative to the local school: a full, structured school day, without the school run.
Primary & Secondary open event · Every Wednesday · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM UK · Zoom
- DfE-accredited online schoolURN 150164
- Ofsted-inspectedOnline Education Accreditation Scheme
- CIS accreditedSince 22 February 2024
- Pearson examination centreInternational GCSE and A Level
2026/27 applications open for most year groupsPlaces in each year group are limitedJoin during the year where a place is available
Why iBOS Secondary
A real school behind every screen.
iBOS teachers deliver lessons from the school’s London base, which supports consistent teaching, safeguarding oversight and the accountable school structure families expect.
Progress you can see
Teachers question pupils, check understanding and respond during the lesson. Assessed work and direct feedback give each pupil a clear next step, so families understand progress before gaps become entrenched.
Recognition you can check
iBOS is accredited by the Department for Education after an Ofsted inspection found the school met all the minimum standards, and is accredited by the Council of International Schools. The primary records are public.
Flexible schooling that is still a school
For pupils who need a different setting, including young athletes and performers, the timetable, attendance and qualifications stay those of one accountable school. Learning-support needs are discussed openly with Admissions before a place is offered.
Secondary at iBOS
Breadth first, then a focused International GCSE pathway.
Subject choices, results and future plans are discussed as one pathway, alongside form time, assemblies, pastoral care and enrichment, so secondary school is never reduced to exam preparation alone.
Breadth before specialism
A broad academic foundation before option choices narrow the programme. Live lessons develop knowledge, discussion, independent study and the habits needed for public examinations.
- English Language, English Literature and Mathematics
- Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- Humanities, languages, computing and creative subjects
Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs
Pupils combine core subjects with options. The current full package can include up to ten subjects; final combinations depend on the published offer, timetable and sufficient demand.
- Core English Language, English Literature and Mathematics
- Separate or double-award science routes
- Language and additional subject options
Pupils can progress into Years 12–13 at iBOS for live International A Level study and university guidance.
A day at iBOS
School is a rhythm, not a login.
Live lessons Monday to Friday, from 07:15 to 13:45 UK time, with a morning break and a full lunch break away from the screen.
- Starts
- 07:15 UK time
- Taught Day
- Five live lesson periods
- Finishes
- 13:45 UK time
- Enrichment
- To 14:45 on club days
- 07:15–07:30Form Time or Assembly
- 07:30–08:30Period 1
- 08:30–09:30Period 2
- 09:30–09:45Morning break
- 09:45–10:45Period 3
- 10:45–11:45Period 4
- 11:45–12:45Lunch
- 12:45–13:45Period 5
- 13:45–14:45Enrichment club
The sequence above is the published school-day framework in UK time. A pupil’s exact lessons and club commitments depend on year group, subjects and the timetable issued during onboarding.
Watch real teaching
See a live lesson before you apply.
Notice how the teacher explains new material, checks understanding and invites participation. See targeted questions being used to check understanding while simplifying algebraic expressions.
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In their words
What Secondary parents say.
“… After a couple of days in this school, she is surprised at how seriously teachers do their job, how often she has to answer their questions and energized during the lessons. …”
“… He is delighted and enjoying the school – we have seen his confidence increase daily! …”
“… My son is thriving at the iBOS and loving it. We are only one month in and iBOS has proven to be everything Dr. Mohammadi said it would be. …”
Leadership
Meet the people accountable for your child’s school.
Every family interview is held online with a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Book a free meeting with the team
Dr Farshad Mohammadi
Executive Principal & CEOFarshad has worked as a teacher, inspector, consultant, deputy headteacher and headteacher in the United Kingdom and the Middle East. He leads iBOS as Executive Principal and CEO, with responsibility for the school’s educational direction and organisational performance.
Amelia Salinas Martín
Academic LeadLeads teaching, learning and student achievement across the school, and hosts the weekly Primary and Secondary open event.
Secondary fees · 2026/27
See 2026/27 feesFrom £12,470 per year
Years 7–9, full package. Pay annually, or in three termly payments from £4,490. A one-off £995 enrolment fee applies. Ask Admissions about family discounts and bursary eligibility.
6 questions
Questions families ask first
Will my child have friends and a social life?
School is shared, not solitary. Pupils attend live lessons, form time and assemblies with the same classmates, clubs and enrichment let them meet others beyond their timetable, and student council and leadership roles give them an active part in school life.
How many hours a day is my child online?
The school day runs Monday to Friday in UK time. It starts at 07:15 with form time or an assembly, followed by five one-hour live lessons with a fifteen-minute morning break and a full lunch break away from the screen. The taught day ends at 13:45; optional enrichment clubs run until 14:45 on club days.
What do parents need to do?
School staff teach, assess, report and manage the academic programme. Families support routines, equipment, communication and wellbeing, but they are not expected to replace subject teachers. A stable connection of at least 8 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload is recommended for live lessons.
Are the qualifications recognised?
Yes. iBOS teaches Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs and is a JCQ-approved examination centre. Pupils sit the same Pearson Edexcel examinations and receive the same Pearson Edexcel certificates as candidates from any other school.
Can my child move to a traditional school later?
iBOS follows the British curriculum by year group, and pupils receive school reports during the year. International GCSE and International A Level certificates are issued by Pearson Edexcel, the same certificates candidates from any other school receive. Admissions can talk through a planned move at the family interview.
Can my child join during the school year?
Yes, where a place is available in the right year group. Admissions agrees a start date with the family, and teachers plan support to help pupils who join mid-year catch up with their class.
Take the next step
Find out if iBOS is right for your child.
Every conversation is free and without obligation. Choose the way that suits your family.