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Canadian International School of Thailand

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 198,500 - 545,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 350
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
Thewphaingarm Schools
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French, Mandarin, Thai
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Secondary School, Elementary
Introduction

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.

www.canadianschool.com
This campus is part of Thewphaingarm Schools

1001 Charan Sanitwong 46 Bangyeekhan, Bang Phlat Bangkok 10700

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The Essentials

Canadian International School of Thailand has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
The Canadian International School of Thailand is located in the Pinklao area of Bangkok, beside the Chao Phraya River in Bang Phlat district. The school is situated on Charansanitwong Soi 46, about 20 minutes from central Bangkok by car. It shares a riverside campus with Thewphaingarm Canadian Bilingual School (TCBS). Shuttle transport is available to and from key MRT and BTS hubs.

Stages
CIST is divided into Early Years (Pre-K3 to Kindergarten), Elementary (Grades 1–6), and Secondary School (Grades 7–12).

Students follow the IB PYP and MYP programs in the early years and transition into the Canadian Ontario curriculum for high school. Graduates earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

Type
CIST is a co-educational international day school with boarding options available. Boarding is provided in collaboration with its sister school, TCBS, for students in higher year levels. Both boys and girls are admitted across all levels.

Additional learning support
Information about specific SEN (Special Educational Needs) or other Additional Learning Support provisions is not detailed on the school’s website.

Country affiliation
The school is affiliated with Canada and follows the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum. It is accredited to issue the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

Religious affiliation
CIST has no religious affiliation. It is a secular international school.

School day structure
Specific daily schedules are not published online.

Bus service
The school provides a daily shuttle service to key MRT and BTS stations in Bangkok. This service is coordinated to assist families commuting from different parts of the city.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Canadian International School of Thailand ranges from THB 198,500 to THB 545,000 for 2026/27.

Application and One-Time Fees


Application Fee: baht 5,000 (non-refundable, payable upon submission of application)
Registration Fee: baht 150,000 (non-refundable, payable upon acceptance)
School Association Fee: baht 2,500 (non-refundable, payable upon acceptance)

Annual Tuition Fees (inclusive of meals and snacks)


PreK–Kindergarten: baht 198,500
Grade 1–3: baht 248,500
Grade 4–6: baht 298,500
Grade 7–9: baht 350,000
Grade 10–12: baht 395,000

For Grade 12 students enrolled in the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program :

Enrolled from Grade 10: baht 445,000
Enrolled from Grade 11: baht 495,000
Enrolled from Grade 12: baht 545,000

Boarding Fees


Weekly (up to 5 nights):
Grade 1–6: baht 78,000
Grade 7–12: baht 90,000

Full (6–7 nights):
Grade 1–6: baht 90,000
Grade 7–12: baht 110,000

Daily (overnight): baht 500 per night
Boarding includes supervision, laundry, breakfast, and dinner.

Payment Terms and Methods


All fees are payable in advance.
All payments are non-refundable.
A 3–5% annual increase is typically announced.

Payment Methods:

Bank transfer
Credit card (1.4% additional processing fee)

Other Costs


Uniforms and backpacks are not included in the above fees.
Academics

Canadian International School of Thailand teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Canadian International School of Thailand (CIST) offers a blend of the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Canadian Ontario curricula. In the Early Years and Elementary School (Pre-K to Grade 6), students follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), with inquiry-based learning across core subjects. From Grades 7 to 10, the school delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), continuing interdisciplinary and skills-focused instruction.

For Grades 11 and 12, students transition fully to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) curriculum, which is overseen by the Ontario Ministry of Education. This program includes coursework in English, mathematics, science, and social studies, and requires community involvement and a final literacy assessment. Students completing the OSSD are eligible for university entry in Canada and other international destinations.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Attend a school visit or open house if invited.
Families may be invited to tour the campus and meet members of the academic team. This gives prospective parents and students the opportunity to understand the environment, ask questions, and view classrooms and facilities.

2. Submit the application form and required documents.
These documents typically include the student’s previous academic reports, health records, passport/ID copy, and a completed application form. A non-refundable application fee of baht 5,000 must be paid at this stage.

3. Student assessment and interview.
Early Years applicants are assessed for school readiness, while older students undergo an informal interview and a diagnostic English-language assessment to determine their learning needs and placement level.

4. Review of application by the admissions committee.
The application will be reviewed by the Principal, who may approve admission, decline the application, or place the student on a waiting list. In all cases, the school will notify the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the decision. Placement is subject to space availability and the outcome of the review process.

5. Payment of fees and confirmation of start date.
Once accepted, families must pay the registration fee (baht 150,000) and school association fee (baht 2,500). Tuition and any applicable boarding fees must also be paid in advance, following the school’s billing schedule.

Scholarships
Canadian International School of Thailand offers scholarships for students entering Grades 9 to 12. These scholarships provide up to 50% off tuition fees and are linked to the school’s dual diploma programme with Rosedale Global High School, which includes both the CIST and Canadian OSSD qualifications

Waitlist
CIST operates a waitlist system for certain year levels when space is not available. After the application review by the Principal, students who meet the requirements but cannot be placed immediately may be added to a waiting list. Families are notified of this status, and placement is offered as spaces become available. There is no indication that a pooled or ranked selection system is used.
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