IB Results at British IB Boarding Schools – Comparing Average IB Points for the 2025 and 2026 Graduating Cohorts
| IB Boarding School | School Type | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Ladies College | Girls | 40.2 | 38.9 |
| Whitgift School | Boys | 40.2 | 38.9 |
| Sevenoaks | Co-educational | 39.6 | 39.4 |
| Ardingly College | Co-educational | 39.2 | 40.1 |
| Wellington College | Co-educational | 38.7 | 39.1 |
| Bromsgrove School | Co-educational | 38.3 | 39.8 |
| Kent College Canterbury | Co-educational | 38.2 | 37 |
| Fettes College | Co-educational | 38 | 38 |
| Haileybury | Co-educational | 37.9 | 37.2 |
| Bedford School | Boys | 37.8 | – |
| Charterhouse | Co-educational | 37.5 | 37.2 |
| Brentwood School | Co-educational | 37 | 38 |
| Bradfield College | Co-educational | 37 | 35 |
| Marymount International | Girls | 36.1 | 36.7 |
| Rugby School | Co-educational | 36 | 36 |
| Stonyhurst College | Co-educational | 36 | 33.1 |
| Ryde School IOW | Co-educational | 35.8 | 35 |
| St Clare's Oxford | Co-educational | 35.4 | 35 |
| St Leonards School | Co-educational | 35 | 36 |
| Rossall School | Co-educational | 35 | 35.7 |
| Gresham's | Co-educational | 34.8 | 37.2 |
| Oakham School | Co-educational | 34.8 | 34.1 |
| Leighton Park School | Co-educational | 34.3 | 36 |
| King William's College | Co-educational | 34.2 | 31.2 |
| Felsted School | Co-educational | 34 | 34 |
| TASIS American School | Co-educational | 34 | 34 |
| Lomond School | Co-educational | 34 | 33 |
| Taunton School | Co-educational | 33.4 | 33 |
| Bryanston School | Co-educational | 33 | 34 |
| Scarborough College | Co-educational | 33 | – |
| Ellesmere College | Co-educational | 32 | 34.5 |
| Royal High School Bath | Girls | – | 40.3 |
| St Edward's Oxford | Co-educational | – | 35 |
| Malvern College | Co-educational | – | – |
*Stanford & Ackel partner schools
**Not all UK IB boarding schools/partner schools are listed in this ranking
We know every IB boarding school personally and work closely with our partner schools:
What Ardingly College says about Stanford & Ackel:
”We have worked with Stanford & Ackel, and in particular Philipp Ackel, for a number of years and have consistently found them to be an efficient and highly professional agency. Their team demonstrates a strong understanding of the German market and provides clear, well-informed guidance to families throughout the school selection process.
What sets Stanford & Ackel apart is their ability to carefully match each student to the right school, ensuring a positive and successful educational experience. They take the time to understand both the student and the schools they represent, resulting in placements that are well suited and thoughtfully considered.
Philipp Ackel is a genuine and trusted partner who clearly cares about education and the wellbeing of the students he supports. It is always a pleasure to work with him and his team, and we value the ongoing relationship we have built together.”
Suzanne O'Shea - Head of International Admissions
What Gresham's says about Stanford & Ackel:
"Over the past 10 years, we have had a strong working relationship with Philipp and his team at Stanford and Ackel. Philipp and his team are professional, supportive and knowledgeable. They know our school and recommend great students who flourish, often staying longer than intended. Throughout the application process they assist us promptly at each step until a pupil joins the school. It is a pleasure working with them."
Lucy Arole – Head of Admissions
How Do English IB Schools Compare to the Global Average?
In 2026, nearly 210,000 students worldwide sat their IB, an increase of just over 3.7% on the previous year. The global average stands at 30.88 points. The UK average is 35.11 points, up from 35.00 points the year before. The United Kingdom is also well ahead on the IB pass rate: 94.8%, compared with 82.6% worldwide.
| Average Points | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Global average | 30.88 | 30.58 |
| UK average | 35.11 | 35.00 |
