Compare 3 international schools in Taunggyi, Myanmar. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MMK 774,500), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Taunggyi is a regional capital in Shan State and has only a very small number of schools that describe themselves as “international,” so families should expect smaller campuses and more limited choice than in Yangon or Mandalay. The schools that operate in Taunggyi mostly follow English-medium international programmes - commonly Cambridge IGCSE/A-level pathways and, in at least one case, an International Baccalaureate Diploma pathway - while also teaching Myanmar language and offering additional languages such as Chinese and German. Published fee notices for local branches show modest sums by Myanmar international-school standards (examples in the low hundreds of thousands of kyat for some programmes), but fee structures vary by programme and year so families must request the current schedule. Admissions typically require an application, identity and prior-school records, and placement testing in English, maths and science; many Taunggyi campuses run a two-semester year with new intakes in late spring/early summer, so visit schools and book assessments well before your preferred start date.
Which curricula are offered by international schools in Taunggyi?
Most Taunggyi international campuses follow British/Cambridge pathways (Cambridge Primary/Checkpoint, IGCSE and AS/A-Level), and at least one school lists the IB Diploma as part of its senior-school offer. Individual schools may also describe blended or bespoke programmes, so check each school’s published curriculum documents for the exact programmes and the stages at which they are taught.
How much should I expect to pay in fees?
Fee levels in Taunggyi are generally lower than for international schools in larger cities, but they vary a lot by programme (preschool, IGCSE, A-level, supplementary English courses) and by whether fees are quoted monthly or annually. Public postings from local branches show examples in the low hundreds of thousands of kyat for some courses, but schools publish detailed, up-to-date fee schedules and extra charges (exam entries, materials, trips) so always ask for the full breakdown.
What ages and year groups do these schools cover?
Taunggyi international campuses commonly cover early years through secondary, with many offering programmes for children from pre-school age up to IGCSE/A-Level or IB Diploma (roughly ages 3 - 18). Exact age ranges and whether a school provides a continuous pathway to a diploma level differs by campus, so confirm the school’s stated age range and transfer options when you enquire.
What language is used for teaching, and is local language included?
English is the primary language of instruction in the international schools operating in Taunggyi, while Myanmar language study is normally included in the timetable and some schools offer additional languages such as Chinese and German. If your child needs English-language support, check how the school structures EAL (English as an Additional Language) or placement-level classes and how much of the timetable is delivered in the second language.
How do admissions and the school year work - when should I apply?
Most Taunggyi international schools ask families to complete an application, provide identity and prior-school records, and bring children for placement tests in English, mathematics and science; some also require medical or vaccination information. Several local campuses operate a two-semester academic year with the main intake in late spring/early summer (schools commonly publish a June-start calendar), so contact schools early, book a placement test and allow time for document checks and any visa formalities.
