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International School of Laos – Pakse

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 150
Opened 2015
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years
Introduction

International School of Laos – Pakse offers a bilingual program that blends the Lao National Curriculum with the Cambridge framework for Primary and Secondary, plus Cambridge International programmes from Primary through Pre-University. Students follow Cambridge Primary and Secondary, with IGCSE for ages 14–16, and AS/A Level subjects including Mathematics and Economics. Core subjects are English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies; Computing, Art, Music and Physical Education are offered as well; languages include English, Chinese and Korean. The Pakse Campus is Cambridge Assessment International Education accredited and forms part of the International School of Laos network, alongside Nongbone Campus in Vientiane and Thongkang Campus. On-site facilities include a Science Laboratory, ICT Room, Swimming Pool, Music Room, Art Room and football facilities, with resource-rich Early Years classrooms. Extracurriculars include robotics, music and art clubs, and sports.

Unit4, Ban Kang Village, Pakse District, Champasak Province, Lao PDR

The Essentials

International School of Laos – Pakse has 150 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Unit4, Ban Kang village, Pakse District, Champasak Province, Lao PDR, Champasak, Laos. It is easily accessible from central Vientiane and nearby residential areas.

Type
private international school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Local and expatriate families.

Additional learning support
Extra classes for advanced learners and for those who need improvement.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Private international school
Fees
Application fees
- No specific application fee amount is published for the International School of Laos – Pakse. The school accepts applications through its admissions/application portal and an application form is available, but no numeric application fee is listed.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- There is no public, itemised tuition schedule (per term or per year group) published for the Pakse campus for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. No grade-by-grade or term-by-term tuition amounts are available in the school's Pakse campus materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule, instalment options, or formal payment terms (deadlines, penalties, discounts for early/full payment) are available for the Pakse campus. Parents should assume that standard school billing practices may apply but no schedule is published.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The Pakse campus is described as a day campus; there is no mention of a boarding programme or boarding fees for Pakse. No boarding fee amounts are published.

Other costs and regular additional fees
- The school states that some co-curricular or extra-curricular activities and specialist providers may attract additional charges, but specific activity fees or typical annual sums (for uniforms, materials, excursions, technology, examination fees, lunches, transport) are not published for the Pakse campus. Uniform requirements and costs are not listed with numeric values.

Refund information
- No published refund policy, including details on refundable vs non-refundable deposits, application fees, or conditions for pro-rata refunds during an academic year, is available for the Pakse campus.

Fee payment options
- No published list of accepted payment methods (for example credit card, bank transfer, local currency options, or online payment portals) is available for the Pakse campus. Contact details for enquiries are provided and should be used to confirm accepted payment methods. Contact: info.pakse@isl.edu.la and telephone +856 31 211 222.

Practical summary for a parent compiling database entries
- Application fee: Not published (application form exists).
- Tuition (per term / per year by year group): Not published.
- Billing schedule / payment terms: Not published.
- Boarding fees: No boarding programme or boarding fees published.
- Other costs (uniform, activities, exams, transport): Activity fees may apply but no amounts published.
- Refund policy: Not published.
- Payment methods: Not published; contact via info.pakse@isl.edu.la or +856 31 211 222.

Brief note on availability of published fee details: I searched the Pakse campus and related admissions pages and did not find any publicly posted, numeric fee schedule for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years; the school's campus pages describe programs, facilities and admissions procedures but do not include an itemised fee schedule.
Academics

International School of Laos – Pakse teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary).

Curriculum
The Pakse Campus offers a bilingual program combining the Lao National Curriculum with the Cambridge curriculum, and an International Cambridge program for Primary through Pre-University years. Cambridge Primary Programme and Cambridge Secondary Programme are offered, with Cambridge IGCSE for ages 14–16, and AS/A level subjects including Mathematics and Economics. Core subjects are English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, with Computing, Art, Music and Physical Education as ancillary subjects, and modern languages English, Chinese and Korean. The school is Cambridge Assessment International Education accredited.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prioritizes student wellbeing through programs beyond academics. There are regular home visits to strengthen family–school connections. Character education lessons build integrity and empathy. A comprehensive student support system ensures every child is known, valued, and cared for. The Pakse campus emphasizes a safe environment that supports social and emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Extra classes are provided for advanced learners and for students who need improvement.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The primary language of instruction is English, and additional language learning opportunities are offered as part of the school program.

Mental Wellbeing
A Wellbeing Coordinator leads wellbeing initiatives on the Pakse campus. The school emphasizes wellbeing beyond academics through programs that support students' mental and emotional health. The environment is designed to be caring and supportive so students can progress confidently.

Safeguarding
The Pakse campus is a safe school zone; entry is restricted to students and staff and visitors require permission. There is a no-phone policy to help students stay focused. There is an open-door and open-communication policy with all stakeholders.
Parent Experience

History
The Pakse Campus opened in 2015 as the Eastern Star Bilingual School in Pakse city, Champasak Province. The International School of Laos began in 2006 in Vientiane Capital as the Eastern Star Bilingual School and later expanded to multiple campuses. The ISL network includes Nongbone Campus in Vientiane and Thongkang Campus, and the Pakse Campus is part of this network.

Community
ISL Pakse has over 150 students, more than 35 faculty, and students from 5+ nationalities. The school delivers an international curriculum taught in English, with English as the primary language of instruction and additional language learning opportunities. The Pakse Campus provides facilities including a science laboratory, ICT room, swimming pool, music room, football and an art room.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ISL Pakse Campus has dedicated facilities to support learning across science, information technology, the arts, and physical education. On-site facilities include a Science Laboratory, ICT Room, Swimming Pool, Music Room, Art Room, and Football facilities. Early Years classrooms are described as resource-rich to stimulate the senses. These spaces support learning across multiple disciplines on campus.

Sports Facilities
Swimming Pool and Football facilities are available on site for aquatic activities and team sports. These spaces support physical education and after-school sports programs. The campus lists these facilities among its on-site amenities alongside music and arts spaces. The facilities contribute to a balanced program of physical education and recreational activities.

Academic Facilities
Science Laboratory and ICT Room are on site. These facilities support science and information technology education. Early Years classrooms are described as resource-rich to stimulate the senses. The campus provides resource-rich classrooms for Early Years to foster exploration and hands-on learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include sports, music, art, and robotics clubs. ISL Pakse provides spaces for these activities, including a Music Room and an Art Room. Students can participate in sports, music, and arts clubs. Robotics clubs are available to deepen technical and creative skills. These programs support student engagement beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Robotics clubs are offered to develop students' STEM skills. Participation in these clubs supports project-based learning and teamwork.

Arts & Creative
Music and art clubs are offered. There is a Music Room and an Art Room on campus.

Social & Hobbies
Sports clubs are available. Facilities include a football field and a swimming pool.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Beyond academics, student wellbeing is prioritized through regular home visits to strengthen family–school connections, dedicated character education lessons, and a comprehensive student support system that ensures every child is known, valued, and cared for.
Languages

Language Provision
ISL Pakse delivers an international curriculum taught in English. The primary language of instruction is English. Additional language learning opportunities are offered as part of the school program.
School Events
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