From its origins as a school founded on American educational values, ACS Cobham has evolved into a thriving international community representing over 70 nationalities, where academic excellence, global outlook and local connections come together. Today, as more British and local families choose ACS Cobham for their children’s education, the school is proudly challenging outdated perceptions.

Myth 1: “ACS Cobham is an American School”

While ACS Cobham was founded on American educational principles, today it proudly represents a truly international community of more than 70 nationalities. In fact, British students now make up over one-third of the student body, the largest single nationality group on campus. Increasingly, local families are choosing ACS Cobham for its breadth of curriculum that gets students into top universities, and commitment to preparing students to be ready for an ever-changing world and jobs market.

Myth 2: “The Curriculum is Only for American Students”

ACS Cobham offers one of the broadest curricula in the UK, allowing students to tailor their learning journey. At Sixth Form level, students can follow either the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme or the Advanced Placement (AP) pathway, both globally recognised and academically rigorous.

Last year, over 65% of ACS Cobham graduates progressed to top UK universities with the remaining attending Universities in the US and throughout Europe. This demonstrates that an international education opens doors to outstanding higher education opportunities both in the UK and worldwide.

Myth 3: “Students Only Stay for a Short Time”

Far from being a transient school, ACS Cobham has become a long-term choice for many local families. The school’s average length of stay is now five years, with a growing number of students spending their entire educational journey on campus from age 2 through to 18. This continuity builds strong friendships, academic consistency, and a genuine sense of belonging.

“We’re proud of our American heritage, but even prouder of the diverse, international community we’ve become,” said Robert Crowther, Head of ACS International School Cobham. “Families are drawn to ACS Cobham because we combine global values, world-class academics, and a genuine sense of local belonging. Our students leave prepared not just for university, but for life.”

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