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International Schools in Surat Thani, Thailand

Compare 3 international schools in Surat Thani, Thailand. Filter by curriculum, fees (average THB 191,533), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
3
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
THB 191,533
Fee range
THB 27,500 – 459,200
More school facts
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (2 schools)
Average school size
539 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Lamai International School
Oldest
Suratthani International School (2014)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Surat Thani, Thailand

Surat Thani’s international schools are a small, geographically spread group that serve both the mainland city and nearby islands (notably Koh Samui and Koh Phangan), so location is a major practical factor for families. Schools most commonly teach in English and follow internationally recognised programmes: Cambridge IGCSE/British pathways, American-style curricula with AP options, and at least one school pursuing IB Primary Years Programme authorisation; Thai language and culture are usually part of the timetable and some schools offer Mandarin or additional language options. Annual fees vary by campus and level - mainland schools are often in the mid-hundred-thousand baht range while island schools commonly publish higher annual tuition (examples run into the low-to-mid hundreds of thousands up to around THB 400 - 500k), and what is included (meals, trips, bus, English support) differs a lot. Admissions typically peak ahead of the August/September academic year start but many schools accept pupils year-round subject to places; expect entrance paperwork, an assessment or interview, an application/entrance fee and sometimes a refundable security deposit. Families should factor travel and daily commute into school choice, check whether a school offers transport or boarding, and always ask each school for a current, itemised fee schedule and copy of its Thai operating licence before committing.

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Which curricula will my child find in Surat Thani’s international schools?
You will find a mix of curricula: Cambridge (EYFS/Key Stages leading to IGCSE), American-style programmes (with some schools offering AP or US-aligned courses), and at least one school working towards IB PYP authorisation. Instruction is primarily in English, with Thai language and culture taught as part of the programme and optional additional languages such as Mandarin offered at some schools. Check each school’s published pathway to confirm which external exams or leaving qualifications they prepare students for.
How much should we budget for international school fees in Surat Thani?
Tuition varies by school, year group and whether the campus is on the mainland or an island. Mainland international schools commonly sit in the mid-hundred-thousand baht range per year, while island schools (for example on Koh Samui) typically publish higher annual fees that can run into the low-to-mid hundreds of thousands of baht and, at some campuses, approach the THB 400 - 500k band. In addition to tuition, expect one-off application/entrance fees, a refundable security deposit in many cases, and separate charges for transport, uniforms, external exam entries and extra English support if required - always request a written, itemised schedule from the school.
When should we start the admissions process and what will schools ask for?
Begin conversations several months before your preferred start date, especially if you need a place for the August/September intake or require visa paperwork. Schools typically ask for an application form, recent school reports, proof of identity and vaccinations, and may require an entrance assessment, interview or an English proficiency check; many also request an application or entrance fee and a deposit to hold the place. If you need a Thai education or dependent visa, start early so the school and immigration paperwork can be processed in time.
What ages and year groups are available in the province?
Options vary by campus: some schools cover only Early Years and primary, others extend through lower and upper secondary and a few offer sixth-form or university-preparatory options. A small number of schools provide boarding for older primary or secondary pupils, but most are day schools with limited bus routes. Confirm the school’s upper age limit and the qualifications offered if you need continuity through to IGCSE, AP, A-levels or an IB diploma pathway.
What should we look for on a school visit in Surat Thani?
Ask to see current accreditation or authorisation documents (Cambridge, IB candidate/authorised status, Cognia/WASC memberships) and the school’s Thai operating licence, and request a copy of the latest fee schedule showing what is and isn’t included. Observe class sizes, how English language support and pastoral care are delivered, and whether teacher qualifications and safeguarding procedures meet your expectations. Also check practical details such as daily timetables, school-bus routes and costs, approach to inclusion/SEN, sample reports, and the logistics of the commute from likely housing locations before you decide.

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