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International Schools in Bangkok, Thailand

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About international schools in Bangkok, Thailand

Bangkok’s international schools form a large, diverse market centred on English-medium teaching and a mix of curricula - most commonly British (IGCSE/A-level), the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and American (US grades/AP), with a smaller number offering French, Japanese, Singaporean or bilingual programmes. Schools are required to teach Thai language and culture components and many also offer mother-tongue or second-language streams (Mandarin, Japanese, Korean and European languages are widely available). Published tuition in the city ranges widely - from well under 100,000 THB a year at lower-fee schools to more than 1.2 million THB at premium campuses, with a large cluster of mid-market schools around the c.300,000 THB mark - and most families should budget separately for application/registration, development levies, transport and meals. The main intake aligns with an August school year start, schools accept applications throughout the year but recommend applying several months (and for popular schools up to a year) before an August entry; older children commonly face entrance assessments and waiting lists at oversubscribed schools.

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FAQs for Thailand

Which curricula will we find in Bangkok and how do they differ in approach?
Most Bangkok international schools follow British (IGCSE/A-level), International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) or American (US grades/AP) systems; you will also find some French, Japanese and Singaporean models. British schools use age-based year groups and externally examined IGCSE/A-levels, the IB stresses a continuous inquiry approach across its PYP/MYP/DP continuum, and American schools typically use grade credits and elective options including AP courses; choice should be guided by where you expect to relocate next and the qualifications your child will need.
How much should we budget for tuition and the extra costs?
Tuition varies a great deal: published figures for Bangkok show annual fees from well below 100,000 THB up to more than 1.2 million THB, with many established all-through schools clustered around c.300,000 THB a year. On top of tuition expect one-off application/registration or entrance fees, refundable or non-refundable development levies at some campuses, plus routine extras such as bus services, meals, devices and extracurricular trip costs.
When should we apply and what does the admissions rhythm look like?
The main school year for most international schools in Bangkok starts in August, and while many schools accept applications year-round they recommend applying several months ahead and, for August places at popular campuses, up to a year in advance. Older pupils are commonly assessed with entrance tests or interviews, and waiting lists are normal at oversubscribed year groups; paying modest application fees early is cheaper than arriving without a confirmed place.
What languages are used and how is Thai taught?
English is the language of instruction in the vast majority of international schools in Bangkok, and most schools provide English as an additional language (EAL) support for learners who need it. Thai language, history and culture are required subjects under national expectations and are taught to varying degrees; many schools also run mother-tongue or third-language programmes (Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, French, Spanish) for community needs.
What practical things should we check on a visit before deciding?
On a visit check how the school delivers the curriculum you want (sample lesson plans, assessment and progression), the size and composition of classes, the level of EAL and learning-support provision, safeguarding and pastoral care systems, and whether the school’s accreditations match your expectations. Also assess commute time in Bangkok traffic, hidden annual costs (transport, lunches, trips, device programmes) and the clarity of admissions and fee refund policies so you understand total annual cost and practical daily life for your child.

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