St. Catherine’s British School Ranked 4th in Europe for IB Excellence

Independent Recognition Reflects School’s Commitment to Students' Academic Excellence, Expert Teaching and the Personal Growth

St Catherine’s British School has been ranked 4th in continental Europe and 54th globally in the 2025 Top IB School League Tables, as published by Education Advisers¹, a leading directory for internationally benchmarked IB performance. This ranking places St. Catherine’s firmly among the top-performing IB schools worldwide and in Europe, confirming its position as the highest-ranked IB school in Greece in 2025. It also reflects the strength of the St. Catherine’s IB Diploma Programme, the expertise of its teaching staff and its long-standing commitment to supporting the personal growth and potential of every student.

"At St. Catherine’s, we are proud of this recognition because it reflects the daily work, commitment and high standards shared across our community. Our IB students approach their studies with curiosity, integrity and dedication to excellence, supported by teachers who inspire, challenge and guide them every day," said Mr Jon Perriss, Principal of St Catherine’s British School. "Being named among the top IB schools in Europe is a meaningful affirmation of that collective effort and of the environment we strive to create, where each young person is encouraged be both a person of character and also achieve at their highest level."

St. Catherine’s has delivered the IB Diploma Programme for more than two decades, combining academic challenge with personal development. The school continues to exceed global standards, with results that reflect both the strength of the programme and the expertise of its teaching staff:

#1 ranked IB school in Greece in 2025
#4 ranked IB school in continental Europe and #54 in the world in 2025
Average 2025 IB score of 37.3 points
43 percent of 2025 graduates achieving 40 points or higher
98 percent first-time pass rate across more than 1,100 graduates
A teaching staff that includes more than 20 registered IB examiners

"When we introduced the IB Diploma more than twenty years ago, our intention was to build a programme that prepared young people not only for university, but for life beyond school," said Dr Stuart Bond, Head of Upper School and architect of the IB Diploma Programme at St Catherine’s. "Two decades on, our graduates continue to demonstrate intellectual depth, resilience and compassion, qualities that enable them to succeed at some of the world’s most competitive universities. This recognition affirms the strength of that foundation."

The St. Catherine’s IB experience blends academic rigour with leadership, creativity, service and global engagement. Students explore ideas deeply, pursue original research and participate in an extensive CAS programme that connects their learning with the world beyond the classroom. International residential trips, including visits to South Africa, CERN in Geneva and language immersion experiences in France, Germany and Spain, further enrich the IB journey and prepare students for the next pathway in their education.

"Our St. Catherine’s IB staff is exceptional and our experiences extraordinary, but I firmly believe that our strength lies in our students," said Ms Lauri-Ann Robertson, Head of IB. "Through a robust programme, in and beyond the classroom, the IB at St. Catherine’s equips them to think critically, act ethically and engage confidently with complex problems. This ranking is an acknowledgment of their commitment, their curiosity and the hard work they bring to every aspect of the IB."

"During my two years in the St. Catherine’s IB Programme, I have grown in ways I never imagined," said Arrieta T., IB Senate Chair. "From trips and experiments to challenging deadlines and inspiring discussions, the IB has shaped me academically and personally. The opportunities I have had, from serving as Senate Chair to leading assemblies and projects, have been among the highlights of my entire journey at St Catherine’s, which began in Nursery."

This latest recognition follows the launch of the school’s new IB Scholarship Programme, designed to broaden access to St. Catherine’s transformative IB experience for outstanding students in academics, sport and the arts. The programme offers up to 100 percent fee remission and will be one of the key initiatives supported by the Together for Tomorrow Fund, launching in January 2026.

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¹ Education Advisers annually publishes verified IB Diploma results from independent schools across the world. Their tables include the Top 100 Global IB Schools, as well as regional lists by continent and country, allowing families to compare academic performance within meaningful peer groups.

St. Catherine’s British School Ranked 4th in Europe for IB Excellence

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