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Ecole Française Internationale de Pattaya

Thailand, Pattaya

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French
Fees THB 180,000 - 240,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 220
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Ecole Française Internationale
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Spanish, Thai
Typical class size 20
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Middle School
Introduction

Ecole Française Internationale de Pattaya delivers the French national curriculum from kindergarten (maternelle, age 3) through terminale (age 18). Located just east of Pattaya in a leafy Huai Yai setting, it opened in 2009 and relocated to a new campus in 2018. Class sizes are kept small, about 10 students each with a maximum of 15, which supports teaching in French while offering English, Thai, Spanish, and Chinese. From 3e onwards, students enrol in CNED courses to prepare for the French national brevet and baccalauréat examinations. The school is part of the AEFE network and holds E3D recognition for sustainable development practices. Facilities include science laboratories, an art room, sports fields, swimming pool and dojo. A signature initiative is its “bridge class” system, designed to support non-French-speaking children with intensive French before integration into mainstream classes. EFIP also offers an optional school bus service and billing in instalments when needed.

This campus is part of Ecole Française Internationale

58, 31, Muang Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand.

The Essentials

Ecole Française Internationale de Pattaya has 220 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in French.

Location
EFIP is located on Huai Yai Road in the Bang Lamung district, just east of Pattaya in Thailand’s Chonburi province. The campus is approximately a 15-minute drive from central Pattaya and is accessible via Sukhumvit Road and Highway 36. The area is known for its green, residential setting and is close to other international schools and family-oriented communities.

Stages
École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) is divided into four sections: Early Years (Maternelle), Primary (Primaire), Middle School (Collège), and High School (Lycée).

Type
École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) is a co-educational day school serving students from age 3 to 18. The school does not offer boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
There is no mention of a dedicated learning support department or structured programme for students with diagnosed learning difficulties or special educational needs at École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP). The school does, however, provide support for students with medical conditions or allergies through a Projet d’Accueil Individualisé (PAI). This plan is created jointly by the school and the child’s physician to address specific health-related accommodations, such as dietary restrictions or emergency procedures. The PAI must be formally established and documented before support is provided. This process is outlined in the school’s internal regulations and applies to cases including asthma, food allergies, and other medical needs

Country affiliation
École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) is affiliated with France. The school is officially recognised by the French Ministry of National Education and is part of the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) network

Religious affiliation
École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) has no religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day at École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) begins with the gate opening at 8:05 am, and classes starting at 8:15 am. For most students, the school day ends at 3:30 pm, though collège and lycée students may finish at 4:45 pm or 5:45 pm, depending on their timetable. On Wednesdays, students in maternelle and primaire are dismissed at 11:15 am, or 12:30 pm if they are enrolled in additional support classes (APC).

Bus service
École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) provides a school transport service operated by an external private provider. The school bus service covers pickup and drop-off between 8:05 am and 8:15 am, and again after school at 3:30 pm or 4:45 pm, depending on the student’s schedule. The transport provider is responsible for students during transit until they are handed over to a designated adult. Payments for the service are made directly to the school. EFIP is not liable for incidents during transit but will follow up with families if necessary.
Fees

Annual tuition at Ecole Française Internationale de Pattaya ranges from THB 180,000 to THB 240,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A one-time First Registration Fee of THB 50,000 is required for all new students. This fee is non-refundable once attendance begins. An annual administrative fee of THB 5,000 is also charged. New enrollees must purchase a uniform set for THB 4,000. Uniform renewal is available on demand.

Tuition Fees (Per Year – 2025/2026)
Kindergarten (Maternelle): THB 175,000
- One-time payment: THB 175,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 35,000

Primary School (CP–CM2): THB 200,000
- One-time payment: THB 200,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 40,000
- *+THB 20,000 for non-French-speaking children (Intensive French)*

Middle School (6e–3e): THB 210,000
- One-time payment: THB 210,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 42,000
- *Textbooks billed separately*
- *+CNED registration fees from 3e*
- *+Exam fees for DNB (national diploma)*

Seconde (Year 11): THB 215,000
- One-time payment: THB 215,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 43,000
- *+CNED registration and exam fees*

Première (Year 12): THB 235,000
- One-time payment: THB 235,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 47,000
- *+CNED registration and baccalaureate exam fees*

Terminale (Year 13): THB 235,000
- One-time payment: THB 235,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 47,000
- *+CNED registration and baccalaureate exam fees*

Sibling Discount
Second child: 10% tuition discount
Third child and beyond: 15% tuition discount

Transportation Fees
Round trip: THB 9,200 per period
One way: THB 7,000 per period
*Rates subject to change depending on fuel prices.*

School Meals
Kindergarten (4 meals/week): THB 12,960/year or 5 x THB 2,592
- *+THB 648 per period if enrolled in Wednesday afternoon activities*
Primary (4 meals/week): THB 14,110/year or 5 x THB 2,822
- *+THB 705 per period if enrolled in Wednesday afternoon activities*
Middle & High School (5 meals/week): THB 18,000/year or 5 x THB 3,600

Extra-Curricular Activities
Activities offered may include football, multisports, swimming, boxing, badminton, and language certifications.
Prices vary depending on the chosen activity and are communicated at the start of the school year.

Refund Policy
The registration fee is non-refundable after attendance begins. Tuition, meal, and transport fees are not refunded once paid, including in cases of partial use or absence.

Payment Options
Tuition can be paid in 1 or 5 instalments. Payments are made via bank transfer or cash, and proof of payment must be submitted to the administration.
Academics

Ecole Française Internationale de Pattaya teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) follows the French national curriculum from maternelle (age 3) through terminale (age 18). All students in collège and lycée levels (from 3ᵉ onwards) are registered with CNED for online courses and formally prepare for the Brevet des Collèges and the French Baccalauréat.

EFIP offers intensive French support at no extra cost for non-native French speakers, delivered in small group sessions five half-days per week until full integration into mainstream classes.

From the early years through lycée, students are taught in French and have structured instruction in English, Thai, Chinese, and Spanish, aligned with European language standards and DNB/baccalauréat requirements.

In the earliest levels (maternelle through CM2), learning is delivered directly in class; from collège onwards, instruction is supplemented via CNED-supported modules.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
EFIP emphasises developing student autonomy, initiative, and a general culture through French-style education in an international context. This is aimed at fostering adaptability and resilience in an evolving world, with teachers committed daily to nurturing these qualities.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
There is no mention of a specialised learning support department or programme for students with diagnosed SEN on their website. The only specific provision referenced is the Projet d’Accueil Individualisé (PAI), which addresses medical or allergy‐related needs in collaboration with parents and health professionals.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EFIP does not publicly disclose a dedicated EAL programme for students whose first language is not English. While the school offers a “Bridge Class” (FLSco) for non-French-speaking children to learn French intensively, there is no evidence of structured English-language intervention, specialist English teaching staff, or certified EAL support on the school website or in official listings.

Mental Wellbeing
EFIP does not describe formal counselling services. However, its educational approach explicitly focuses on fostering student autonomy, initiative, and adaptability in an international context.

Safeguarding
EFIP outlines safeguarding measures in its official Rules of Procedure, including strict health and safety protocols. Students with contagious illnesses are excluded until recovery, and medication administration requires medical documentation. A validated PPMS (emergency security plan), approved annually by the French Embassy, is in place and visibly displayed on campus. The school also enforces a structured disciplinary system and requires students to be enrolled in a personal accident insurance scheme. Communication between parents and the school is formalized through liaison books, email, and class representatives.
Parent Experience

History
EFIP opened in September 2009, initially serving French-speaking children with a small cohort. The current campus was inaugurated in 2018, built over 15,000 m² and capable of accommodating up to 400 students from petite section to terminale. Since its founding, the school has been approved by the French Ministry of National Education and is a partner of AEFE.

Community
The school community regularly takes part in events such as the Siam Games, a multi-school sports and cultural competition, and organizes student-led charity drives, including donations to the Fountain of Life women’s center. EFIP also features ecological outings, beach cleanups, museum visits, student-led productions, and a school newspaper (Khaosan) written and published by students.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
While EFIP does not explicitly label a "PTA," it facilitates active parent involvement through community events and liaison channels. Parents participate in coordinating school events, supporting charity drives, and engaging with class representatives to promote dialogue with staff. The school also organizes events where parents collaborate with teachers, such as coordinating charity efforts and school-wide cultural events, typically led by class groups or parent committees.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
EFIP is a French international school located in Huai Yai, east of Pattaya. The 15,000 m² campus can accommodate up to 400 students from nursery through terminale and features modern buildings set in a green setting. It is homologated by the French Ministry of Education and is a partner of AEFE. French is the main language of instruction, with English, Thai, Chinese and Spanish taught as additional languages. The school welcomes students from more than 16 nationalities and prepares pupils for the general baccalaureate, with a path to study in France or abroad.

Sports Facilities
Numerous sports activities are offered as part of the curriculum. The program also includes artistic and cultural activities, contributing to a holistic education. The school emphasizes a broad extracurricular program that supports students' development beyond academics.

Academic Facilities
EFIP follows the official French national education programs and is homologated by the French Ministry of Education. The main language of instruction is French, with English, Thai, Chinese and Spanish taught as additional languages. The school prepares students for the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the general baccalaureate, with official certifications available. It is AEFE-partnered and collaborates with CNED to provide international connections. Class sizes are small to support individualized attention.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Numerous extracurricular activities are available, including sports, arts and culture. School events are regularly organized, and the school publishes 'Khaosan,' the student newspaper. Bridge Class provides support for children who do not yet speak French. Inter-level artistic workshops promote collaboration across grade levels.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Ecole Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) is a French international school in Pattaya, located in Huai Yai, east of the city. The new campus opened in 2018 on a 15,000 m² site and can accommodate up to 400 students from petite section (kindergarten) to terminale. EFIP is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education and is part of the AEFE network, with AEFE establishment number 885A02. The school emphasizes a French educational framework and prepares students for the general baccalauréat.

Cultural & Language
The school teaches French as the main language of study and offers several living languages: English, Chinese, Thai, and Spanish. It provides opportunities to learn multiple languages in addition to French, with language objectives aligned to the official French framework.

Community & Service
The school operates within the AEFE network and maintains partner organizations including the Embassy of France in Bangkok, AEFE, CNED, and the French Ministry of Education.

Leadership & Professional
The school promotes autonomy and initiative through its French educational approach and supports international ties and mobility within the French education system.
Languages

Language Provision
French is the main language of instruction. English, Thai, Chinese and Spanish are offered as additional languages.
Reputation

Accreditations
French Ministry of National Education (homologation): Official recognition by France to deliver the full French national curriculum from petite section through terminale, allowing students to qualify for official French diplomas and access French government bursaries.

Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE): EFIP is part of the AEFE network, meaning it operates within a global system of French schools abroad and adheres to standards supervised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Attend an interview (ideally with your child). Parents (and the child if possible) meet with the pedagogical leader or head of school. For non-French speakers, the child's language motivation and project are discussed, and a French proficiency assessment may be required.

2. Submit the signed registration form and required documents. You must complete the official enrolment form and include items such as passport copies, identity documents, school transcripts, and a certificate of radiation if applicable. Applications without full documentation and payment cannot be accepted.

3. Pay the registration and administrative fees. A registration fee (FPI) and annual administrative fee must be paid before enrolment is confirmed, and uniforms (for new students) are required.

4. Receive final confirmation and enroll in CNED as needed. Once documentation and payments are approved, the school confirms your child’s place. From collège (3ᵉ) onwards, students are registered via CNED for official French secondary examinations.

Scholarships
Students of French nationality, starting from Petite Section (age 3), may apply for AEFE scholarships through the French Embassy. These scholarships can cover tuition, transport, and catering fees, and must be reapplied for each academic year—renewals are not automatic.

EFIP runs two application campaigns annually. The second round for 2025–2026 closes on September 12, 2025, with results expected by December 2025. Families are informed by email and may request flexible payment schedules while awaiting decisions.

Applicants must be registered with the French nationals abroad registry, and incomplete or late files are not accepted.

Waitlist
EFIP does not operate a formal waitlist or pool system.
School Events
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