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A-Level Schools

A-Levels (Advanced Level qualifications) are the gold standard of British pre-university education, typically studied over two years by students aged 16 to 18. Developed and administered by UK examination boards such as Cambridge International (CAIE), Pearson Edexcel, and AQA, A-Levels allow students to specialize in 3 to 4 subjects of their choice, enabling deep expertise in their areas of interest. A-Level results are widely accepted by universities across the UK, Europe, North America, Australia, and Asia, making them one of the most globally portable secondary qualifications.

At a Glance

163

Schools

20

Countries

THB 394.7K

Avg. Annual Fee

Top Countries for A-Level

Thailand

32 schools

United Kingdom

22 schools

Japan

13 schools

China

11 schools

United Arab Emirates

11 schools

Singapore

7 schools

South Africa

6 schools

Spain

5 schools

Switzerland

5 schools

Egypt

4 schools

Indonesia

4 schools

Malaysia

4 schools

Qatar

3 schools

Hong Kong

3 schools

Mexico

2 schools

Ghana

2 schools

Portugal

2 schools

Saudi Arabia

2 schools

India

2 schools

Uzbekistan

2 schools

Featured A-Level Schools

The British School in Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

British National Curriculum
IGCSE
A-Level
Age range
3 – 18 yrs
Annual tuition (est.)
$17,380

Saint Maur International School

Yokohama, Japan

A-Level
AP
IB Diploma
Age range
2 – 18 yrs
Annual tuition (est.)
$9,664

Bangkok Patana School

Bangkok, Thailand

A-Level
IB Diploma
IGCSE
Age range
3 – 18 yrs
Annual tuition (est.)
$13,263

Global Indian International School Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

A-Level
IB Diploma
IGCSE
Age range
3 – 18 yrs
Annual tuition (est.)
$6,227

Nagoya International Junior & Senior High School

Nagoya, Japan

IGCSE
A-Level
IB Diploma
Age range
12 – 18 yrs
Annual tuition (est.)
$3,542

Nord Anglia International School Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

British National Curriculum
IGCSE
A-Level
Age range
3 – 18 yrs
Annual tuition (est.)
$18,958
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Related Curricula

IGCSE

273 schools

FAQ: A-Level

What are A-Levels?

A-Levels are advanced secondary qualifications from the UK education system, typically taken at ages 16-18. Students choose 3-4 subjects and study them in depth over two years, culminating in final examinations that determine university entry.

How are A-Levels different from the IB Diploma?

A-Levels allow students to specialize in 3-4 subjects of their choice, while the IB DP requires six subjects across different areas plus core components. A-Levels offer greater depth in fewer subjects, whereas the IB provides a broader, more holistic education.

Are A-Levels recognized outside the UK?

Yes, A-Levels are accepted by universities in over 160 countries. They are particularly well-regarded in the UK, Europe, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Many US universities also accept A-Levels for admission and advanced standing.