International Pioneers School - Krungthonburi Campus vs Modern International School Bangkok

	I International Pioneers School - Krungthonburi Campus Bangkok, Thailand	M Modern International School Bangkok Bangkok, Thailand
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year THB 184,000 - 295,000	Fees / year THB 199,500 - 260,100
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 526	Pupils 450
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 23
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1998	Opened 1997
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location International Pioneers School is located on Charoen Nakorn Soi 14 in the Khlong San district of Bangkok. It is positioned along the Chao Phraya River, close to ICONSIAM and other major shopping and business hubs. The area is well-connected by main roads and river transport, making it accessible for families living in both central and riverside Bangkok.	Location Modern International School Bangkok is situated at 125–135 Soi Phop Mit, Sukhumvit 39 Road, Khlongtan-Nuea, Watthana District, Bangkok. It is conveniently located close to Phrom Phong BTS station.
Stages	Stages IPS covers Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary, including IGCSE and A-Level programmes.	Stages MISB provides education from Early Years, Primary, Secondary to Advanced Level.
School type	School type It is a co-educational day school with no boarding options.	School type The school is a co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not offered.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support IPS offers a structured approach to additional learning support through a designated Learning Support Coordinator and team of teachers. The majority of students with learning needs are supported directly in their classrooms, where teachers adapt tasks and instructions to ensure full participation. Some students may work in smaller groups or receive more focused support to help them stay on track with assignments and learning goals. When necessary, Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are developed in collaboration with teachers and families to provide targeted interventions and progress monitoring.	Additional learning support MISB operates a Special Education Needs (SEN) department and offers a strong English Support programme tailored to help non-native speakers integrate with the mainstream curriculum. They also collaborate closely with parents to address students’ individual academic needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is not affiliated with any country.	Country affiliation The school is not affiliated with any country.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliation and accepts students from all backgrounds.	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliation and serves students from all cultural backgrounds.
School day structure	School day structure The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.	School day structure The school does not have their day structure publicly available.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school offers a bus service.	Bus service details The school offers a bus service.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details One-time Fees (Non-Refundable) Registration Fee: 70,000 Development Fee: 15,000 Placement Test Fee (K2 onwards): 1,000 Application Form Fee: 700 Annual Tuition Fees by Grade Kindergarten 1, 2, Year 1: 184,000 Years 2–4: 202,000 Years 5–6: 220,000 (old students: 208,500) Years 7–9: 260,000 (old students: 229,000) Years 10–11: 262,500 (old students: 232,000–246,500) Years 12–13: 295,000 (old students: 278,000) Food Fees (All Grades) 16,800 per year Examination Fees (as applicable) IGCSE: 55,000 (Year 10) A Levels: 44,000 (Year 12 and Year 13) English Support Program (ESP) 7,500 per term (subject to school discretion) School Transport Based on distance and paid term-wise. Specific rates available from school office. Payment Methods Parents can pay using one of the following: Cashier’s Cheque Bank Transfer QR Code: Provided in the document for direct mobile payment Credit Card: Accepted for online payments (Visa and MasterCard only), with an additional admin fee paid by the parent. Refund Policy A 100% refund of tuition fees is available if a student withdraws within 7 days from the start of Term 1. Withdrawal after this period requires three months’ written notice, otherwise full-term fees apply. No refunds are given for short, unplanned school closures or missed terms due to parent choice. Application, registration, development, and placement fees are all non-refundable. Sibling discounts apply only to registration fees: 2nd child: 20% 3rd child: 30% 4th child: 40%	Fee details One-time Non-Refundable Fees Registration Fee: 3,000 THB (applies to all year groups) Admission Fee: Early Years: 25,000 THB Year 2 to Year 9: 55,000 THB Year 10 to Year 13: 51,000 THB Development Fee: Waived for Early Years and Year 10 to Year 13 35,000 THB for Year 2 to Year 9 Tuition Fees and General Fees (by Year Level) Early Years Nursery, Reception, Year 1: Tuition is 199,500 THB per year. General fee is 34,800 THB. Optional snacks fee (9,000 THB) is waived. Primary School Year 2: Tuition is 221,550 THB. General fee is 39,900 THB. Snacks: 9,000 THB Year 3 to Year 5: Tuition is 234,000 THB. General fee is 39,900 THB. Snacks: 9,000 THB Year 6: Tuition is 234,000 THB. General fee is 46,500 THB. Snacks: 9,000 THB Secondary School Year 7: Tuition is 240,000 THB. General fee is 45,000 THB Year 8 and Year 9: Tuition is 243,000 THB. General fee is 45,000 THB (Year 9 general fee increases slightly to 48,000 THB) Year 10 and Year 11: Tuition is 250,500 THB. General fee is 45,000 THB A Level Year 12 and Year 13: Tuition is 260,100 THB. General fee is 46,500 THB Additional Fees Special Education Needs (SEN) Support Fee: 20,000 THB per month (if applicable) Books, Uniform, External Examination Fees (for IGCSE, AS, and A-Level): Not included in the tuition and must be paid separately. The school does not have their refund policy and payment methods publicly available.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement A school uniform and a PE uniform are required; uniforms can be purchased from the school bookstore.
Food options	Food options Lunch is provided; details are available on the Lunch Menu page.	Food options Vegetarian meals are provided; food and snacks are optional; the school shop sells mid-morning snacks, lunches and after-school snacks; morning break is 10:10 am–10:25 am; lunch break is 12:20 pm–1:10 pm.
House system	House system All students are assigned to one of four houses named after explorers: Christopher Columbus (Green), Vasco da Gama (Red), Amerigo Vespucci (Yellow), Marco Polo (Blue). House events occur throughout the year with points awarded for events and for day-to-day work and conduct. Staff and students can organize events or competitions for the whole school or specific year groups, including activities linked to international or awareness campaigns.	House system MISB has a four-house system: Green, Pink, Red and Yellow, named after Sat Gurus. The houses provide identity and positive competition and include intra-mural competitions; house points are awarded and the Champions Trophy is awarded to the top house.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school was established in August 1998 and operates Kindergarten through Year 13. It is licensed by the Ministry of Education and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA). The curriculum is modeled on the National Curriculum for England and adapted for local and overseas students, and IPS runs multiple campuses including Krungthonburi Campus and Bangkhae Campus.	Governance and ownership Private, co-educational school.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IPS’s curriculum is modeled on the National Curriculum for England, tailored to accommodate both local and international students. In the lower years (Kindergarten to Year 6), the school follows a play-based Early Years/Foundation framework that supports personal, social, physical, and creative development. As students progress into Key Stages 1–3 (Years 1–9), the full range of National Curriculum subjects is offered, including English, Science, Mathematics, Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages (such as French, Mandarin, and Hindi), ICT, PHSE, Art & Design Technology, Music, PE, and Thai language and culture. For Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11), students transition into the Cambridge IGCSE programme, designed to build critical thinking, inquiry skills, problem solving, and global awareness. This is followed in Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13) by Cambridge AS and A-Level courses, which prepare students for higher education with a focus on independent thinking, advanced argumentation, and data evaluation in a university-style learning environment .	Curriculum details MISB offers the British National Curriculum from early years through Year 13. Students in the early stages follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and move on to structured programs in primary and secondary levels. During primary years, students take standard assessments aligned with UK SATs to track progress. In secondary school, students prepare for Cambridge IGCSE exams in Years 10 and 11, and Cambridge AS and A-Level exams in Years 12 and 13. Subjects include core disciplines like English, mathematics, and science, along with humanities, business, and ICT. The curriculum blends theory with practical application and is supported by external benchmarking to ensure academic standards are met.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
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Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar View document
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning IPS integrates social and emotional development from early years onward, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This includes promoting self-regulation, self-management, confidence, and relationship-building through structured activities and a supportive environment. These foundations are reinforced in assemblies, performances, camps, and field trips that encourage collaboration and interpersonal growth.	Social & emotional learning MISB integrates social and emotional learning primarily through its Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) curriculum. This program is developed by the school counselor and covers key themes such as identity, relationships, diversity, risk, health, and financial awareness. The curriculum is aligned with Key Stages 1 to 4, helping students build interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and self-awareness. The school’s house system also supports emotional and social development by creating smaller communities that foster collaboration, identity, and a sense of belonging. House events like quizzes, performances, and sports foster teamwork, confidence, and leadership.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) IPS has a designated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) who provides ongoing support to students with identified learning needs throughout their schooling. The approach focuses on inclusive education, with most students’ needs being addressed directly within the classroom environment.	Special educational needs (SEN) MISB has a formal Special Educational Needs (SEN) department, which screens students upon admission and provides tailored support to ensure full curriculum access.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers an English Support Program.	English as an additional language The school does offer an English Support programme to alleviate the difficulties in language acquisition for the students coming from non English backgrounds.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing IPS promotes mental wellbeing through a structured counselling programme based on the International Model for School Counselling Programs (Fezler & Brown, 2011). This framework supports students’ academic, personal, social, and career development and is adapted to suit the diverse context of international schooling. The school integrates Personal, Social, Health, and Economic (PSHE) education throughout its curriculum, using it to encourage student self-awareness, resilience, and confidence. A dedicated counsellor leads the programme and works closely with students, teachers, parents, and the wider community to ensure that all learners feel safe, supported, and accepted. The counselling programme is continually reviewed to remain relevant to student needs and school priorities. It also contributes to a broader effort to build an inclusive and respectful school culture.	Mental wellbeing MISB offers individual and accessible student counseling as a core part of its support system. Counseling services are available to all students, with the school encouraging them to reach out whenever needed. The counselor works closely with teachers, coordinators, parents, and the principal to ensure that issues are addressed in the best interest of the student. The counseling program promotes problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution, and building a positive self-image.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school does not have publicly available information on their safeguarding policy.	Safeguarding MISB’s safeguarding policy ensures that all students are protected from harm, neglect, and abuse within a safe and supportive school environment. It outlines clear responsibilities for all staff, including designated safeguarding leads, and requires immediate reporting of any concerns. Preventative practices like staff training and student wellbeing programs are emphasized, along with strict procedures for handling disclosures and suspected abuse. The policy aligns with both Thai and UK child protection laws and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. It prohibits corporal punishment, outlines digital safeguarding rules, and highlights the importance of confidentiality, student rights, and ethical care. Regular reviews ensure the policy stays updated and effective.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview International Pioneers School Krungthonburi Campus provides state-of-the-art facilities to support learning. Classrooms, labs, music rooms, and art rooms are equipped with projectors, computers, interactive boards, high-speed internet, and webcams. The library offers periodicals, reference books, and digital resources. The IPS Auditorium hosts major events and exams.	Facilities overview MISB Bangkok occupies a 7-acre campus on Sukhumvit 39, near Promphong BTS in Bangkok. It provides education from Nursery to Year 13 under the National British Curriculum, with IGCSE for Years 10–11 and Cambridge A-Levels for Years 12–13. The school is accredited by the Ministry of Education, the Education Development Trust (formerly CFBT), and ONESQA, and is a Cambridge International Examinations center for IGCSE and A-Levels. It is a member of the International School Association of Thailand (ISAT). Primary and secondary facilities include libraries, laboratories, swimming pools, dining rooms, art and music rooms, a school auditorium/theatre, and on-site infirmary and transportation, with an English Language Laboratory on the secondary campus.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a covered court used for assemblies and sports events, a running track, and courts for basketball, badminton, and football. The school offers activities in yoga, dance, and aerobics to support wellness. Staff supervise play hours, and the playground is supervised to promote safety.	Sports facilities MISB has on-site swimming pool, multi-purpose courts, a basketball ground, and an artificial futsal turf on campus. The secondary facilities include an English Language Laboratory to support language development in addition to other science labs.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Classrooms, labs, ICT laboratories, and music and art rooms are equipped with technology and high-speed internet. The school provides School-Managed Devices to secondary-year students. Science laboratories include General Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with up-to-date equipment and a safe learning environment. Two ICT laboratories host robotic kits and use LanSchool for learning management. The IPS Auditorium supports major functions and serves as an exam hall.	Academic facilities The MISB programme of study is based on the National Curriculum of England. MISB provides IGCSE for Years 10–11 and Cambridge-approved Advanced Levels for Years 12–13. MISB is an established Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel center to conduct IGCSE and A/AS level examinations. SATs are used for Key Stage 1 and 2 assessments. The school holds the International Schools Quality Mark from the Education Development Trust.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Art and music facilities support extracurricular activities. The Art and Design Rooms and Music Rooms enable artistic clubs and performances. The Auditorium and sports facilities support performances and clubs. The library supports reading and research clubs.	Extra curricular facilities MISB offers intramural and extramural activities and participates in sports competitions. The Community Service program includes tree planting, beach cleaning, English support classes for underprivileged children, and visits to foundations and orphanages. High School students are encouraged to accumulate 40 personal Community hours.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History International Pioneers School opened in August 1998 as a kindergarten. Over time, it expanded into a full school offering education from early years to Year 13. The school provides a British-based curriculum, culminating in Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level examinations. It caters to a mixed demographic of local and international students and aims to deliver affordable international education. The school has grown in size and scope since its founding and has established itself as a certified Cambridge and Edexcel examination centre.	History MISB was established in 1997 as a private coeducational school serving both expatriate and local families in Bangkok with the British National Curriculum from Nursery through Year 13. It has since grown to enroll around 550 students from approximately 22 different nations. The school also honors spiritual founder Sri Satguru Jagjit Singh Ji with lasting recognition of his contributions to its vision.
Community	Community The student community is made up of learners from a range of cultural and national backgrounds. Students are encouraged to take part in academic and extracurricular opportunities such as Model United Nations, school camps, and subject-specific events. The school also highlights teamwork and leadership in its activities, and encourages a sense of belonging through participation in shared learning experiences and school-wide events.	Community MISB hosts a multicultural community with over 400 students from a wide range of nationalities. Modern's environment brings together expatriate and local families through events, collaborative learning, and cross-cultural interactions.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school does not have a formal Parent Teacher Association.	Parent teacher association The school does not have an official PTA.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Krungthonburi Campus offers extra-curricular activities that complement classroom learning, including school clubs, after-school programs, and field trips. Regular assemblies, performances, and sports days are part of school life and provide additional opportunities for intellectual and social development. The curriculum is aligned with the National Curriculum for England and includes Cambridge IGCSE in Year 11 and Cambridge International AS/A Levels or Edexcel in Years 12–13, supporting academic progression beyond the classroom. The school operates Cambridge Checkpoint, IGCSE, and Cambridge and Edexcel examination processes on site, enabling the administration of key international assessments.	Academic & intellectual MISB provides an international standard of education from Nursery to Year 13 following the National British Curriculum. It offers the IGCSE programme for Years 10 and 11 and A-Levels for Years 12 and 13. MISB was established in 1997 as a private co-educational school in Bangkok. The campus is located on Sukhumvit 39 road near the Promphong BTS station, spanning about 7 acres.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The curriculum includes Music and Art and Design Technology as core subjects. Regular assemblies and performances provide avenues for creative expression and showcase student work. The school emphasizes hands-on learning and learning‑through‑play, supporting creative development across subjects.	Arts & creative Art and Music are included in the curriculum. Practical learning experiences include intramural and extramural activities and club opportunities related to arts and creativity. The school encourages creative development through coursework and co-curricular activities.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English is the language of instruction with ESL support. Modern Foreign Languages offered include French, Mandarin Chinese, and Hindi. Thai Language and Culture is taught as part of the curriculum. The curriculum is modeled on the National Curriculum for England.	Cultural & language Thai is taught as a subject, and foreign languages are included in the curriculum. The core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school offers school clubs, after-school activities, and field trips as part of its extra-curricular program. Regular assemblies, performances, and sports days support social interaction and personal interests. Clubs and informal interest groups provide additional avenues for student participation.	Social & hobbies MISB provides opportunities for extracurricular activities and sports competitions beyond the classroom. Intramural and extramural activities and field-based clubs help students engage socially and physically.
Community & service	Community & service The House System fosters a sense of community and involves student-organized events and campaigns. House events are held throughout the year, with points awarded for participation and achievements, and staff and students are encouraged to organize events or competitions, including those linked to international or awareness campaigns. These activities support social responsibility and engagement within the school community.	Community & service Students participate in environmental and community service programmes.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The House System assigns students to four houses, each named after a historical explorer, to promote leadership and teamwork. House events and point systems create opportunities for student leadership within a collaborative, competitive framework. Students are encouraged to organize events or competitions for the broader school community, developing leadership and organizational skills.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is a core subject, with sports days and active participation across years supporting fitness and well-being. Regular field trips and a range of extra-curricular activities contribute to physical and mental health and balance with academic commitments. The school also integrates assemblies, performances, and clubs to foster a well-rounded, healthy school experience.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical education is part of the curriculum and includes swimming. PSHE (personal, social and health education) is included as part of the compulsory curriculum.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision English is the language of instruction across the curriculum. Thai is a core subject, and foreign languages include Chinese, Hindi and Punjabi. ESL and SEN programmes provide language support to ensure students can access the curriculum. The program follows the British Curriculum with IGCSE examinations in the secondary years, with a pathway toward A Level studies in the future.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards The school does not have publicly available information on their awards.	Awards The school does not have publicly available information on their awards.
Accreditations	Accreditations Accredited by Thai Ministry of Education, ONESQA, and WASC The school is officially licensed by the Ministry of Education in Thailand, ensuring it operates in accordance with national standards. It also holds accreditation from ONESQA (Thailand’s education quality assurance agency) and WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges), a globally recognized U.S.-based accrediting body. Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel Examination Centre IPS is authorized to conduct exams for both the Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel international curricula. This means students can sit for IGCSEs, AS/A Levels, and other recognized qualifications on-site.	Accreditations Education Development Trust (EDT), UK MISB is accredited by EDT (formerly CfBT), a UK-based education quality assurance organization. This certification verifies that the school meets international standards in teaching, learning, and management. Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA) ONESQA is a Thai government agency responsible for evaluating the quality of education providers. MISB’s recognition confirms that it has passed national school quality inspections. Thai Ministry of Education (MOE) As a registered school under MOE, MISB is legally recognized to operate in Thailand and deliver an international curriculum. Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Examination Center MISB is an approved testing center for Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level exams. This status ensures students can take globally recognized British academic qualifications directly at the school. International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM) MISB was awarded the ISQM by EDT for its commitment to continuous improvement and quality education delivery. International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT) Member Membership in ISAT connects the school with Thailand’s network of international schools and upholds a shared code of ethics and educational standards.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Inquiry & School Visit Begin by gathering information from the school’s website and scheduling an in-person visit to explore the campus and learn about the curriculum. Placement Test Applicants take a placement assessment in English literacy and numeracy, with evaluation adjusted for the student's age and grade. Application Submission Parents purchase and submit the official application form along with required documents. Admissions Committee Review The school reviews the student’s placement test results, academic records, and interview performance. Decision & Registration If accepted, parents proceed with registration and seat reservation, including fee payment on the same day.	Admissions Registration Form Submission Fill out the school’s registration form and attach all required documents: Attach 4 passport size photographs of the student Copy of child’s birth certificate Copy of child’s and parent’s passport ( Non-Thai Students) Identity card or House registration ( Thai Students) Copy of Previous school records and Transfer Certificate Medical Certificate Route to Residence (MAP) Fee of 3,000 payable to the Finance office Academic Assessment & Interview The student attends a placement test and interview with a member of the academic staff. Evaluation Period Results are reviewed and shared with the parents within 2 working days. Final Enrollment If successful, parents are asked to: Fill out the enrollment form Pay the admission fee Confirm the student’s start date and class placement
Scholarships	Scholarships The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.	Scholarships The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not have a waitlist.	Waitlist The school does not have a waitlist.
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