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Panyathip British International School – Savannakhet

Laos, Savannakhet

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Lao
Fees LAK 3,020 - 5,400
Ages 2 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2001
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

PBIS Savannakhet is part of the Panyathip International School family and sits in Phonsavang Neua Village, Kaisone Phomvihan District, Savannakhét, Laos. The campus offers an international education for ages 2 to 17, combining the Early Years Foundation Stage, the International Primary Curriculum and the English National Curriculum with Cambridge programmes in the secondary years. In Years 7 to 9, students follow the Cambridge Checkpoint Curriculum in English, Maths and Science, with IELTS preparation embedded for Years 11 to 13. The school is a Cambridge International Examinations Centre offering Cambridge IGCSE qualifications, and IELTS testing is available in Vientiane. The Lao Ministry of Education approves the Lao Programme in the secondary phase, ensuring local relevance alongside a UK-based international framework. Facilities include libraries, science laboratories, modern classrooms and sports grounds in a serene, secure setting. Enrichment extends beyond academics through field trips and a broad range of co-curricular activities for student growth globally.

Phonsavang Neua Village, Kaisone Phomvihan District, Savannakhét, Laos

The Essentials

Panyathip British International School – Savannakhet has instruction in English, Lao.

Location
Phonsavang Neua Village, Kaisone Phomvihan District, Savannakhét, Laos. The campus is located in a peaceful and tranquil setting away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Stages
Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School

Country affiliation
United Kingdom (Cambridge Curriculum accreditation)
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Full school uniform is required at all times, including during school functions and excursions. Uniforms must be clean, ironed and in good repair; girls' dresses and skirts must be knee-length or longer; only black shoes are permitted. A black belt is required for shorts or trousers if worn, and items worn under the uniform must not be visible.

Food Options
Lunch is provided during school days and all students are required to take school lunch, except for medical or religious reasons supported by documentation.

Governance and Ownership
PBIS Savannakhet is part of the Panyathip International School network. The network operates a Cambridge-accredited curriculum and serves as a Cambridge Examination Centre. The Savannakhet campus shares guiding statements and aims with other PBIS campuses.
Fees

Annual tuition at Panyathip British International School – Savannakhet ranges from LAK 3,020 to LAK 5,400 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fee

- Registration (application) fee: USD 1,000. This fee is payable for new students to secure a place and is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Tuition fees (academic year 2026–2027) — annual amounts

- Foundation (Early Year): School tuition USD 3,020; Meals USD 440; Total USD 3,460.
- Nursery: School tuition USD 3,240; Meals USD 490; Total USD 3,730.
- Reception: School tuition USD 3,460; Meals USD 540; Total USD 4,000.
- Year 1 to Year 3 (Primary lower): School tuition USD 4,400; Meals USD 650; Total USD 5,050.
- Year 4 to Year 6 (Primary upper): School tuition USD 4,600; Meals USD 760; Total USD 5,360.
- Year 7 to Year 9 (Lower secondary): School tuition USD 5,200; Meals USD 760; Total USD 5,960.
- Year 10 to Year 13 (Upper secondary / Sixth Form): School tuition USD 5,400; Meals USD 760; Total USD 6,160.

Per-term amounts (calculation based on school calendar showing two terms per academic year)

- Note: the per-term figures below are calculated by dividing the published annual amounts by two because the published school calendar identifies Term 1 and Term 2 for the academic year; invoices and the enrolment contract refer to fees by term and by year. Per-term figures are therefore: (Annual fee ÷ 2).

- Foundation (per term): Tuition USD 1,510; Meals USD 220; Total USD 1,730.
- Nursery (per term): Tuition USD 1,620; Meals USD 245; Total USD 1,865.
- Reception (per term): Tuition USD 1,730; Meals USD 270; Total USD 2,000.
- Year 1–3 (per term): Tuition USD 2,200; Meals USD 325; Total USD 2,525.
- Year 4–6 (per term): Tuition USD 2,300; Meals USD 380; Total USD 2,680.
- Year 7–9 (per term): Tuition USD 2,600; Meals USD 380; Total USD 2,980.
- Year 10–13 (per term): Tuition USD 2,700; Meals USD 380; Total USD 3,080.

Other compulsory or regular charges

- Lao Studies fee: USD 390 per year. (Per-term equivalent USD 195 when divided by two).
- Transport / van services (annual): SENO / SVK route USD 795 per year; In-town pickup USD 555 per year. (Per-term equivalents USD 397.50 and USD 277.50 when divided by two). Van service is optional and priced per year.
- Student accident insurance, educational resources and various subscriptions/activities are charged as part of other educational fees referenced in the enrolment contract; amounts for these items are invoiced separately where applicable.
- Uniforms and school bag: Uniform is compulsory. School uniform items and PBIS school bags are available from the PBIS store; the enrolment contract requires all students to wear full uniform and specifies uniform standards. (Individual item prices are not listed in the published fee summary.)

Sibling discount

- Sibling discount applied to tuition: 4% discount for the eldest child, 8% for the second child, and 12% for the third and subsequent children. Sibling discounts cannot be combined with other discount schemes.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The enrolment contract establishes the financial commitment for the full academic year. All school fees must be fully paid before 31 July for the upcoming academic year. The school may refuse entry, withhold reports, or reassign a place if fees are outstanding. A late payment charge of 2% per month applies to overdue invoices.
- For new students enrolling after the academic year has started, tuition may be calculated on a monthly pro-rata basis (a 10‑month basis is used to calculate pro-rata charges), and exact deadlines for those invoices are set on the invoice.
- Re-enrolment: the advance payment on tuition fees to secure re-enrolment is non-refundable, and re-enrolment deadline is 30 March for the next academic year.

Refunds and cancellations

- Cancellation before the academic year starts: 50% of the tuition fee is refundable (non-refundable fees such as registration are not reimbursed).
- Cancellation after the academic year starts: only lunch (meal) fees and bus/transport services are refundable on a pro-rata basis; tuition and other educational fees are not refunded except as provided in exceptional circumstances.
- In force majeure events the school may move to alternative delivery (for example, online) and will not refund tuition; unexpended funds for items such as lunches or extra‑curricular activities may be credited for future semesters as described in the enrolment contract.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: Not applicable. The Savannakhet campus is presented as a day campus with no boarding facilities or boarding fees published for this campus.

Fee invoicing and payment instructions

- The school issues invoices and expects settlement of those invoices by the stated deadlines; the enrolment contract and fee documents reference invoices, payment deadlines, and penalties for late payment. Specific accepted payment methods and any bank or payment details are provided on the school's invoice or by the Admissions / Finance Office in the invoice documentation.

Notes (presentation)

- All figures above are published fee items for the published 2026–2027 fee schedule (annual amounts) and per-term figures shown above were calculated by dividing the published annual amounts by two, consistent with the published school calendar that identifies two terms in the academic year.
Academics

Panyathip British International School – Savannakhet teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 2 to 17.

Curriculum
Early Years uses the Early Years Foundation Curriculum (EYFC) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Primary uses the English National Curriculum and the IPC. The Secondary Department offers an International Programme following a UK-based curriculum and a Lao Programme approved by the Lao Ministry of Education. Years 7 to 9 follow the Cambridge Checkpoint Curriculum in English, Maths, Science and ICT, with IELTS preparation embedded for Years 11 to 13. PBIS Savannakhet is a Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Centre offering Cambridge IGCSE qualifications, and IELTS testing is available in Vientiane.

Exam Results
IGCSE results show 95% pass rate, with 20% achieving A*-A, and 85% achieving A*-C.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education internationally, including Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States, China, Vietnam, Thailand and Singapore.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes a caring and inclusive community that supports student growth. Core values include respect, responsibility, empathy, and integrity, guiding daily life. Programs cultivate curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking beyond academics. Leadership is encouraged and students engage in service as responsible global citizens. Collaboration between teachers, students, and families ensures learning extends beyond the classroom and supports well-rounded development. The mission focuses on the students' well-being and aims to develop confident, socially responsible individuals.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the medium of instruction at PBIS Savannakhet. The English-medium education is designed for both Lao and foreign nationals. Language and literacy development includes speaking confidently and clearly. Lao language is taught as part of the Lao curriculum, and Chinese language is also offered. Language education emphasizes English alongside additional Lao and Chinese language study. The school prepares students for college and university pathways through English-medium instruction.

Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is a focus across the school. The mission emphasizes a caring and socially responsible learning environment to support students' mental development into well-rounded individuals. Core values guide daily life and aim to foster respect, responsibility, empathy and integrity. Students are encouraged to develop leadership skills and engage in service, which supports mental and social well-being. Collaboration among teachers, students, and families extends learning beyond the classroom, contributing to a supportive community. The school promotes a balanced and thoughtful life for students, helping them to thrive in a diverse world.
Parent Experience

History
PBIS Savannakhet is part of the Panyathip International School family. The founder opened Panyathip International School in 2001. Over the past 15 years, the school has grown into an Early Years, Primary and Secondary International School, with four campuses in Vientiane. Panyathip was the first International School to be accredited by the Cambridge Curriculum and we are now a Cambridge Examination Centre where we offer the International General Certificate of Education examinations. We were the first school in Laos that offers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Being part of the Panyathip network gives PBIS Savannakhet access to shared resources from the Vientiane campus and connects it with the local community and culture of southern Laos.

Community
PBIS Savannakhet's programs cultivate curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking, preparing students to navigate a changing world with confidence and integrity. Alongside a rigorous curriculum, there are co-curricular activities that allow students to explore their passions, develop talents, and grow as well-rounded individuals. The faculty are highly qualified, dedicated professionals who prioritize personalized learning and support every student in reaching their full potential. Collaboration between teachers, students, and families ensures that learning extends beyond the classroom, fostering a strong, inclusive community. Being part of the Panyathip network gives students access to resources from the Vientiane campus and connects them with the local community and culture of southern Laos.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Serene Environment. The campus is located in a peaceful and tranquil setting, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Modern Facilities. The school has modern and well-equipped facilities, including classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and sports grounds. Green Spaces. Given its location in Savannakhet, the campus has ample green spaces, such as gardens, playgrounds, or outdoor learning areas. Safe and Secure. The school prioritizes the safety and security of its students and staff, implementing measures to ensure a conducive learning environment. Co-curricular Activities. The programs offer a wide range of co-curricular activities to explore students' passions and develop talents.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include outdoor sports grounds.

Academic Facilities
The Secondary Department offers a Cambridge-based curriculum in Years 7-9, with core subjects English, Maths, and Science following the Cambridge Checkpoint Curriculum. The curriculum integrates Social Studies, Physical Education, Chinese, Art, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and Personal, Social, Health, and Economic (PSHE) Education. The Secondary Department offers both an International Programme and the Lao Programme approved by the Lao Ministry of Education, using Cambridge textbooks and IELTS preparation for Years 11-13. Primary Curriculum is developed from the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). A science laboratory and a library support practical and independent learning, and IELTS is integrated into the curriculum with access to IELTS testing in Vientiane.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities to help students explore their passions, develop talents, and grow as well-rounded individuals. Enriching field trips are available to Savannakhet, Khammouane, Champasak, Thailand, and Vietnam to broaden learning beyond the classroom. These experiences are designed to expand students' horizons and connect learning to real-world experiences.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses the Cambridge Curriculum and is a Cambridge Examination Centre offering the International General Certificate of Education (IGCSE). The school was the first in Laos to offer the IPC. For Lao students, the Lao curriculum and examinations are available. The Primary curriculum is developed from the English National Curriculum and IPC, and the Secondary curriculum provides a broad and balanced range of learning experiences.

Arts & Creative
The school has an Art & Music Teacher on staff. Early Years Creative Development includes dance, making things, storytelling and making music.

Cultural & Language
Language and Literacy includes Lao Language and Chinese Language. Children will learn to speak confidently and clearly.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities beyond academics. The programs cultivate curiosity, creativity and critical thinking.

Community & Service
Students are encouraged to develop leadership skills. They engage in service and act as responsible global citizens.

Leadership & Professional
The PBIS Pillars guide students to think independently and critically, and to lead a balanced and thoughtful life. The aims include developing students who can think independently and critically, operate effectively, and adapt to a changing world.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus is located in a peaceful and tranquil setting. The school has modern facilities, including classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and sports grounds. The school has ample green spaces and prioritizes safety and security.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction; the Primary curriculum is developed from the English National Curriculum and the IPC. Lao language is taught as part of the Lao Programme approved by the Lao Ministry of Education. Mandarin Chinese is offered as a language class across the school. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for students with little to no English background.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
PBIS Savannakhet is Cambridge Curriculum accredited and a Cambridge Examination Centre offering International General Certificate of Education examinations.
Admissions

Admissions
HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: COMPLETE APPLICATION FORM. Applications are accepted year-round. Submit the completed application form to the Administration Office of the appropriate school division (Early Years, Primary, or Secondary). Include the latest Report Card from the previous school and a Recommendation Letter from the previous Head Teacher. All information provided will be verified during the interview; for enquiries contact the Admissions Office at +856 20 5744 8889 / +856 20 5411 3232 or [email protected].

STEP 2: REVIEW PROCESS. The applicant will take the written and oral assessment. The parents will be informed of the result. The assessment is free.

STEP 3: ENROLMENT. Once the place has been offered, the Registration and School Fees should be settled within a month. Parents must also submit the Contract of Agreement (about School Fees). An Admission Checklist will be issued to the applicant.
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