Esara International School

Thailand, Chiang Mai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees THB 495,900 - 750,000

Ages 1 - 16 years

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification

Taught languages Spanish, Mandarin, Thai

Typical class size 12

Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School

Introduction

Esara International School in Chiang Mai follows the AMI Montessori framework, with mixed-age classrooms for ages 3 and up and a three-hour work cycle. The Early Years include the Toddler Community and Children's House (ages 3–6). Elementary serves ages 6–12 in two mixed-age groups, and Middle School covers ages 12–16, focusing on independent learning and collaborative projects. The program uses hands-on materials in mathematics, language, geography, biology, and geometry to build concentration, order, independence, and social responsibility. Rooted in Chiang Mai Montessori tradition, Esara extends 15 years of experience into an Integrated Secondary, with specialist teachers and real-world learning that broadens thinking. The curriculum blends Thai culture with global perspectives, and the Secondary program is conducted in English. Esara Park opens in early 2026, offering modern play spaces and facilities. Enrichment after school includes muy Thai boxing, chess, robotics, drama, art, language, and outdoor skills, supported by Indigo Language Center.

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The Essentials

Location

Chiang Mai, Thailand, 50230. 229/1-2, 4 Ban Roychan Nongkhwai, Hang Dong, Chiang Mai. It is situated in the Hang Dong district.

Stages

Toddler Community (18 months–3 years); Children's House (3–6 years); Lower Elementary (6–9 years); Upper Elementary (9–12 years); Middle School (12–16 years); Secondary (12–16 years).

Type

Montessori-based international school

Additional learning support

Counseling services and individualized mental/behavioral health support; holistic wellbeing; small class sizes; collaboration with families.

Country affiliation

Thailand

School day structure

Students arrive between 8-9 am; classes begin at 9 am; 1-hour break in the middle of the day (30 minutes for lunch and 30 minutes for recess); after-school enrichment programs run from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.

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Fees

Application & enrolment fees
- No specific non‑refundable application fee, enrolment fee, registration fee, or one‑time acceptance fee is stated. A deposit for the upcoming term is recorded on the school calendar, but no deposit amount or separate registration charge is published.

Tuition fees (per term) — by programme / year group
- Toddler Community (18 months–3 years): THB 165,300 per term.
- Children's House (3–6 years): THB 180,300 per term.
- Lower Elementary (6–9 years): THB 214,800 per term.
- Upper Elementary (9–12 years): THB 224,100 per term.
- Secondary / Middle School (12–16 years): THB 250,000 per term.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is quoted and billed on a per‑term basis.
- The academic calendar uses defined term periods and records specific fee deadlines: the calendar shows items such as a term deposit due date and a school fees balance due date for each term; exact due dates vary by term and are published on the school calendar.
- New admissions are accepted only at official new‑term start dates; families are advised to plan ahead because enrolment aligns with the term intake cycle.

Boarding fees
- No boarding programme is offered; therefore, no boarding fees apply. The school operates programmes for ages 18 months up to 16 years as a day school.

Other costs and recurring extras
- Lunch: The school provides lunch for students. Whether lunch is included in tuition or charged separately is not specified.
- Uniforms and school clothing: No mandatory uniform fee or published uniform cost is specified.
- After‑school enrichment and extracurricular programmes exist; specific programme fees (if any) are not listed alongside the term tuition.
- Other potential third‑party or exam fees (external exam entry, field trips, specialist services, EAL support, insurance, etc.) are not detailed with amounts in the published fee information.

Refunds and cancellations
- A formal refund policy and conditions for tuition or deposit refunds are not published with the fee listings. No specific refund amounts, timelines, or refund conditions are provided in the publicly available fee information.

Fee payment options and methods
- Specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, local bank details, online payment portal, in‑person payment, or accepted international payment methods) are not itemised alongside the fee schedule. Families should expect term‑based invoicing and fee deadlines, with payment logistics provided through admissions or the school operations team.

Notes on scheduling and planning
- The school publishes a term calendar with clear term start and end periods and with explicit fee due items (deposit and balance due dates) noted for each term; families should plan around those term dates for deposits and fee balances.

Summary of available and missing fee information
- Available: definitive per‑term tuition rates for all programme levels (amounts listed above) and evidence that billing is term‑based with deposit and balance due items recorded on the school calendar.
- Not available in the published fee material: any named application/registration/enrolment fee amounts, the value of the term deposit, explicit annual totals or a published per‑year billing table, itemised lists of additional mandatory charges (uniform, books, transport, insurance), a published refund policy with conditions and amounts, and the accepted payment methods and bank details. These items were not provided alongside the per‑term tuition figures and term calendar entries.

Academics

Curriculum

AMI Montessori framework guides the curriculum. Esara uses mixed-age classrooms for ages 3 and up, with a three-hour work cycle. Early Years include Toddler Community and Children's House (ages 3–6). Elementary is designed for ages 6–12 in two mixed-age groups. Middle School serves ages 12–16, focusing on independent learning and collaborative work. The program emphasizes hands-on materials in mathematics, language, geography, biology, and geometry, building concentration, order, independence, and social responsibility.

Higher Education Progression

IGCSE in Years 10-11 and A-level in Years 12-13.

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Admissions

The school adjusts the number of newly enrolled students each term based on classroom sizes and school capacity. Students can only join on New Term start dates. There are year‑round language classes and enrichment programs available for all ages through the Indigo Language Center and Esara Enrichment Programs. Esara International School accepts students from ages 1.5 (18 months) up to 16 years. The school reviews each prospective student's abilities, special needs, and learning accommodation requests on a case‑by‑case basis; if the necessary support can be provided, admission is possible, otherwise the school may decide the fit is not a good match. The kitchen can accommodate students with food allergies, but if requirements are too complex for the kitchen to safely manage, these services may not be provided. The admissions process includes an interview and review of the student's reports and letters of recommendation from their previous school. It is advised to plan or submit applications at least six months in advance. The admissions process includes arranging a visit, an assessment, an application submission, and enrollment.

Scholarships

The school offers scholarships and financial aid options to deserving students. The school also provides transparent information about tuition and fees.

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FAQs

Where is Esara International School located and what age range does it serve?

Esara International School is in Chiang Mai, Thailand (Hang Dong district), serving students from 18 months up to 16 years old. The program starts with Toddler Community for 18 months–3 years and goes through Middle School (12–16 years).

What curriculum guides Esara, and how are classes organized by age?

Esara follows the AMI Montessori framework with mixed-age classrooms: ages 3+ in a three-hour work cycle, Early Years includes Toddler Community and Children's House (3–6), Lower and Upper Elementary in mixed groups (6–12), and Middle School (12–16) focusing on independent learning and collaboration.

What are the per-term tuition fees by program, and how is billing handled?

Tuition is charged per term: Toddler Community (18 months–3 years) 165,300 THB; Children's House (3–6) 180,300 THB; Lower Elementary (6–9) 214,800 THB; Upper Elementary (9–12) 224,100 THB; Secondary/Middle (12–16) 250,000 THB. Billing is term-based, with deposits and balance due dates published on the term calendar.

What is the admissions process and when can new students join Esara?

Admissions include an interview, review of reports and recommendations, an assessment, and enrollment arrangements. New admissions are accepted only at official new-term start dates, and families are advised to plan at least six months in advance.

What higher education pathways does Esara prepare students for?

Esara prepares students for IGCSE in Years 10–11 and A-level in Years 12–13, aligning the Montessori foundation with equivalent secondary qualifications and UK-style senior study.

What campus facilities and upcoming developments does Esara offer?

Esara Park opens in early 2026, providing shared access to a playground, cafes, and secure facilities. The campus features Montessori learning spaces, safe outdoor play areas, a on-site Little Siam cafe, student gardens, and a chicken coop.

What are some key features that support learning at Esara beyond the classroom?

Learning is supported by Montessori-mindset classrooms, Indigo Language Center for language immersion, and a range of enrichment programs after school and on weekends (e.g., Thai boxing, chess, robotics, drama, art, language, and outdoor skills).

Which clubs and leadership opportunities exist for students?

Students can participate in Art & Design, Robotics & Coding, Music, Drama, and language clubs, with after-school and weekend options. Leadership opportunities include Student Council, Environmental Club, service projects, and peer mentorship.

What wellbeing and support services are available for students?

Esara provides counseling services with individualized mental/behavioral health support and a focus on social-emotional learning. There is strong collaboration with families, small class sizes, and ongoing support for emotional regulation and transitions.

How does Esara support language learning and EAL needs?

Language learning is supported by Indigo Language Center, which offers immersion programs in Thai, English, and Spanish across all levels. The Middle School operates in an English-speaking environment to support English-language readiness.

What can you tell me about student nutrition and meals at Esara?

Esara provides lunch on site; meals are served buffet-style to each classroom and are prepared by staff with supervision from teachers. Exact inclusion of lunch in tuition is not specified.

Is boarding available at Esara?

No boarding programme is offered. Esara is a day school serving students up to 16 years old.

What is known about Esara's governance and its origins?

Esara is rooted in the Chiang Mai Montessori foundation and maintains connections with partners to support its integrated secondary program and Montessori pathway.

What accreditations and certifications does Esara hold?

Esara has ACS WASC accreditation for the 1.5–12 year Montessori program and ISAT Certification.

What languages are taught at Esara and how does the language center support learning?

Languages taught include Thai, English, and Spanish. Indigo Language Center provides immersion-based language learning across all levels, combining academic language with real-world practice.

Is the middle school environment bilingual or English-speaking, and what language offerings exist?

The Middle School is described as an English-speaking environment, with additional language offerings through Indigo Language Center in Thai, English, and Spanish.

What is Esara's history and community network?

Esara draws on more than 15 years of Montessori experience from Chiang Mai Montessori and partners with organizations such as Adventures4 Kids (A4K), FC Evolution, WOWS Nature Learning Center, and Little Siam.

How does Esara involve families and the wider community?

The school emphasizes family partnership through counseling services and regular meetings, and it engages the community via its partnerships and onsite activities and programs.

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