Most popular international schools in Thailand

Pan‑Asia International School (PAIS), founded in 2004, serves students aged 2–18 in Bangkok’s Prawet district. It follows an American curriculum up to Grade 5, transitioning into the IB Middle Years Programme for Grades 6–10 and the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. The campus is located in a suburban green zone about 200 m off a major road, and includes science and IT labs, an auditorium, swimming pools, and sports fields. Languages taught include English, Thai, Chinese, and Arabic. After‑school clubs offer sports, music, arts & crafts, mental maths, and homework support. A signature feature is the use of international standards: Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, alongside the IB framework, supported by facilities like a Mac lab and makerspace. Accredited by WASC and Thailand’s Ministry of Education, PAIS hosts around 470 students representing over 40 nationalities.

Annual fees

THB 355,000 – 545,000

Ages

2 to 18 years

Curriculum

IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum

Sarasas Ektra School, founded in 1995 in Bangkok’s Bang Phongphang district, is Thailand’s first fully bilingual (Thai‑English) private day school. It welcomes children from nursery to year 12, with bilingual instruction across all levels. From Primary, English covers approximately 30–70% of lessons, supported by Chinese and Japanese language classes. In upper secondary, students can follow the school-designed Extra Class program or the externally accredited Global Assessment Certificate (GAC), preparing them for international university entry. The school hosts events such as annual Science Day for project exhibitions, Music Works festivals, and traditional celebrations, supporting both academic and creative growth . Known for small GAC classes that build independent learning and research skills, Sarasas Ektra also emphasizes IT-integrated, child-centered teaching.

Annual fees

THB 67,000 – 151,200

Ages

3 to 17 years

Curriculum

American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

NIST International School in Bangkok is a not-for-profit IB World School offering the full International Baccalaureate curriculum (PYP, MYP, DP) from ages 3 to 18. Founded in 1992 with support from the United Nations, NIST serves over 1,800 students from 50+ nationalities. In August 2025, NIST completed Phase 2 of its campus development. This expansion introduced a Pavilion Building featuring a Lecture Hall, meeting rooms, and The Lounge. It also added two Elementary Buildings that nearly double previous spaces. These specific additions include a two-level Elementary Library, a Learning Kitchen, a Science Lab, an Elementary Gymnasium, and three Makerspace areas. Link bridges now connect these new structures with the Innovation and Creative Arts Buildings to ensure accessible movement across the school. NIST is distinctly known for its Global Citizen Diploma, a signature initiative offered alongside the IB curriculum. As part of an eleven-school consortium, this programme allows secondary students to formally document their values, qualitative learning experiences, and community service beyond standard report cards.

Annual fees

THB 628,200 – 1,094,500

Ages

3 to 18 years

Curriculum

IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Hua Hin International School (HHIS) serves children aged 3 to 18 in scenic Hua Hin, Thailand, situated near Black Mountain with views over lakes and mountain ranges. The school follows the English National Curriculum through Key Stage 3, progresses to Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11, and culminates in the IB Diploma Programme in the final two years. Class sizes are typically around 15 children, with a maximum of 20. Instruction is in English, with Thai taught both as a first and second language in Primary, and choices of Spanish or Mandarin from Year 3. Campus life features a 25 m swimming pool with a 15 m beginner pool, art studios, landscaped gardens and outdoor play areas. A signature feature is the school’s Eco School programme, where students help design and plant gardens—a community and service-oriented initiative rooted in hands-on environmental stewardship.

Annual fees

THB 349,680 – 712,050

Ages

3 to 18 years

Curriculum

IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

The Canadian International School of Thailand (CIST), located in Bangkok’s Pinklao district, offers the Ontario-based Canadian curriculum from Early Years through Grade 12. Students in Grades 11 and 12 graduate with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), and the school also delivers the IB Primary Years (PYP) and Middle Years (MYP) Programmes. The campus sits on 9.2 acres beside the Chao Phraya River and features indoor and outdoor sports courts, a gymnasium, tennis courts, and a waterfront garden. Instruction is in English, with additional language options including Mandarin, Thai, and French. One distinctive aspect of CIST is its partnership with Thewphaingarm Canadian Bilingual School (TCBS), allowing shared access to facilities and activities. Older students can also participate in a Canada Term program, experiencing life and study in Ontario for part of the academic year. CIST is co-educational and offers optional boarding and shuttle services to central Bangkok locations.

Annual fees

THB 198,500 – 545,000

Ages

3 to 18 years

Curriculum

IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum

Prem Tinsulanonda International School was founded as part of the Traidhos Three-Generation Community for Learning by Mom Luang Tridhosyuth Devakul, and named in honor of General Prem Tinsulanonda. Located on a 100-acre campus in Mae Rim, northern Chiang Mai, it serves both day and boarding students aged 3 to 19 years. The school follows the full International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, offering PYP in early years through Grade 5, MYP for Grades 6–10, the IB Diploma Programme (DP), and the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) for Grades 11–12. Facilities of the school include boarding apartments, six science labs, multiple sports fields, an Olympic-size pool, indoor sports hall, tennis, cricket and golf facilities, forest and farm-based learning areas, art and drama studios, an amphitheatre, auditorium, cookery school, medical centre, and design workshop.

Annual fees

THB 399,000 – 780,000

Ages

3 to 19 years

Curriculum

IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Reggio Emilia Approach

Bangkok Christian International School provides education from Kindergarten to Grade 12, following an American curriculum. Students work toward a U.S. high school diploma, and upper-level students can take Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The school includes daily routines that combine academic learning with Christian teachings and values. The campus includes classrooms, science and computer labs, a library, music and art rooms, sports courts, a swimming pool, and a chapel. Students participate in both classroom lessons and religious or service activities as part of their education.

Annual fees

THB 84,000 – 136,000

Ages

5 to 18 years

Curriculum

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum

Bangkok Patana School is an international school in Bangkok, Thailand, established in 1957. It offers a British-based education for students from early years through to secondary. The school follows the English National Curriculum up to Year 11, after which students take IGCSE exams. In Years 12 and 13, students follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The school has a diverse student body and offers instruction primarily in English, with additional language options and support for non-native speakers. The campus is large and well-equipped, with dedicated spaces for science, technology, music, drama, and art. Facilities include multiple libraries, sports halls, swimming pools, tennis courts, football fields, and a gymnastics centre. There are also outdoor learning areas, a theatre, and spaces for student wellbeing and learning support. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic learning and extracurricular opportunities across sports, arts, and community service.

Annual fees

THB 495,000 – 975,000

Ages

2 to 18 years

Curriculum

IB (DP), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE

Kajonkiet International School Phuket (KIS), founded around 2011, is a co‑educational day school for ages 2–18 located in Phuket’s Kathu valley. Its British Curriculum, from EYFS through IGCSE and A‑Levels, is delivered entirely in English. Set on 15 Rai of landscaped countryside, KIS features dedicated music and sports facilities, nurturing both athletic and creative passions. The school supports students with EAL and SEN programs. International languages taught include Thai, Chinese, and Japanese. Daily transport services cover the island. Strengths lie in academic enrichment, sports, and arts, evidenced by a parent-reported music scholar platform and robust sports offerings.

Annual fees

THB 275,000 – 440,000

Ages

2 to 18 years

Curriculum

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

Harrow International School Bangkok opened in 1998 as the first Harrow-branded school in Asia and now educates roughly 1,846 students aged 18 months to 18 years on a 35-acre campus in Don Mueang, north Bangkok. The school offers a British education in English, starting from the Early Years Foundation Stage, progressing through Cambridge IGCSEs and culminating in Cambridge A-Levels. Students benefit from academic enrichment through a High Performance Learning approach, specialist IGCSE and A-Level subjects (including languages such as French, Mandarin, Japanese and Thai), and dedicated university guidance. Facilities include sports fields, a lake for water-based activities, and a Creative & Performing Arts Centre with a Steinway recital hall. The “Leadership in Action” programme integrates arts, community service, and leadership development into daily school life. School bus services cover 32 routes, and boarding is available from Prep onwards. Head Master James Murphy-O’Connor leads the co-educational day and boarding community.

Annual fees

THB 256,500 – 1,037,100

Ages

1.5 to 18 years

Curriculum

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

Anglo Singapore International School’s Campus 64 in Bangkok offers schooling from Kindergarten to Junior College with a curriculum that blends Singaporean and British approaches, leading to Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level pathways. The campus runs a daily transport service and canteen facilities for day students. Co-curricular options include sports (e.g., basketball, football, swimming), creative arts (music, dance, drama, visual arts), and academic clubs (robotics, eco-science, spelling bee), plus language clubs in Chinese and Japanese. A distinctive feature is the Community Involvement Programme (CIP), which requires students from Secondary 1 to JC 2 to complete three service outings per year. Campus 64 also serves as an open examination centre for Cambridge International and Pearson Edexcel, and hosts the SAT. Instruction is in English, with strong support for Thai and Mother Tongue.

Annual fees

THB 374,400 – 748,600

Ages

1.5 to 18 years

Curriculum

British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Singapore Curriculum

UWC Thailand in Phuket offers a full International Baccalaureate continuum—PYP, MYP and DP. The campus lies in the foothills of Khao Phra Thaeo Wildlife Sanctuary, surrounded by rainforest and adjacent to Thanyapura Sports Resort. Students learn in English, with boarding available for Grades 9–12. UWC Thailand integrates Social Emotional Learning and mindfulness across the curriculum and offers outdoor experiential education. Sport features strongly, with access to gyms, futsal and basketball courts, and olympic sized pools. Sustainability is a key pillar: students lead initiatives such as weekly beach clean-ups and mangrove restoration under the Plastic Free Phuket programme. The school emphasizes connection and it is reflected in mindfulness courses, community engagement, and service learning. The result is a unique blend of IB academics, environmental stewardship, wellness education, and global community.

Annual fees

THB 497,000 – 904,000

Ages

2 to 18 years

Curriculum

IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Ambassador Bilingual Academy (ABA), part of the Ambassador Education Group, serves students aged approximately 1.6 to 18 years (Pre‑K through Grade 12). Situated in Mae Hia, just minutes south-west of Chiang Mai city, ABA offers a bilingual Thai–English curriculum where all core academic subjects are taught in English, complemented by Thai language and cultural studies. The curriculum emphasizes project-based learning and life skills, aiming to equip students with practical abilities alongside academic knowledge. English is the medium of instruction, with daily Thai instruction integrated into the programme. Leadership is fostered through initiatives like the Student Council, and values-based learning is embedded school-wide. Families appreciate ABA’s focus on character development, skill acquisition, and bilingual education, in a compact suburban setting with a growing, internationally diverse community.

Annual fees

THB 149,500 – 238,600

Ages

1.6 to 18 years

Curriculum

American Curriculum, Thai Curriculum

Modern International School Bangkok is a co-educational day school offering the British National Curriculum from Nursery to Year 13. Students are prepared for Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level examinations in secondary years, with standard assessments at earlier stages. Facilities include science laboratories, ICT rooms, art and music studios, a library, a multipurpose auditorium, outdoor sports courts, and a swimming pool. The school also has a cafeteria and provides transport services through an outsourced provider.

Annual fees

THB 199,500 – 260,100

Ages

3 to 18 years

Curriculum

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

VERSO International School opened in August 2020, initially welcoming learners from Early Years 2 through Grade 8, with Grades 9–12 added in 2021. Located in Bang Phli district on a 168-rai campus near Suvarnabhumi Airport, the school’s architecture features four interconnected O-shaped buildings—Lower, Middle, and Upper Loops, plus a central Hub—designed in collaboration with IDEO and recognized with a World Design Award in 2021. The school follows an American curriculum aligned with the New York State Learning Standards and emphasizes interdisciplinary, project-based learning. It is co-educational, enrolling students aged 2 to 18. Facilities and learning spaces are designed to support collaboration, creativity, and a wide range of academic and extracurricular programs. VERSO is accredited by WASC and ONESQA and is a member of ISAT, serving both local and international families seeking a contemporary US-style education in Bangkok.

Annual fees

THB 528,000 – 764,000

Ages

2 to 18 years

Curriculum

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum

Unity Concord International School (UCIS), located just outside Chiang Mai along the Chiang Mai–Lampang highway, opened in August 2017. It serves students from approximately age 2  years up to Grade 12, offering an American curriculum aligned with Common Core standards and optional Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Class sizes are capped at 20 in early years, 26 in primary, and 32 in secondary to support effective teaching. The campus includes science and computer laboratories shared across grades, a fitness centre, sports courts, and swimming facilities. English is the main language of instruction, while Thai language, culture, and history are taught by a dedicated department. With around 700 students from diverse nationalities, UCIS is fully co‑educational. The school is accredited by WASC and recognized by ONESQA in Thailand. One distinguishing feature is Unity Park, a development adjoining the campus offering student‑oriented small businesses and dining options, intended to support convenience and real‑world learning.

Annual fees

THB 192,000 – 368,000

Ages

2 to 18 years

Curriculum

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum

Rising Oaks International School Bangkok, established in 2006, offers the British Curriculum from Nursery (age 2.5) through Primary, with Lower Secondary launching in 2026. Located in Thawi Watthana District in western Bangkok, the campus includes spacious classrooms, dedicated science and computer labs, and on-site school bus services with trained monitors. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Thai, and Foreign Languages, with a strong focus on Computer Science beginning in early years. A standout feature is the school’s emphasis on visual and performing arts, described as “second to none” by the principal, Mr. J. S. Malhotra. With average class sizes of 20–25 students, teachers are able to provide focused instruction within a structured academic setting. The school operates as a private, co-educational day school, with instruction in English.

Annual fees

THB 81,000 – 89,000

Ages

2 to 16 years

Curriculum

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)