IFDS - Ecole Française de Koh Samui

Thailand, Koh Samui

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The school at a glance

Instructs in French

Fees THB 100,000 - 170,000

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 2013

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum French Curriculum

Taught languages English, Spanish

Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

IFDS Koh Samui is a private French school located at 2/7 Moo 6 Chaweng, Bophut, Koh Samui, offering education from preschool through terminale in line with French national standards. The school teaches in French and provides a bridge between French culture and tropical life on Koh Samui, with a mission centered on Individualisation, Responsabilisation, and Intégration Culturelle. Founded in 2013, IFDS delivers 100% French standards, and students take official examinations via the Lycée Français de Bangkok, including the Brevet des Collèges, Épreuves Anticipées du Baccalauréat. The curriculum focuses on tailored learning paths, shared responsibility among parents, teachers, and students, and language studies to discover Thailand. Facilities span from kindergarten to high school and emphasize language development, along with extra-curricular activities such as Music, Dance, and Theatre, and enhanced English courses to support international integration. Cultural integration activities value local Thai culture and sports form part of life to promote well-being.

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2/7 MOO 6 CHAWENG - Bophut, Koh Samui, SURAT THANI 84320, Thailand

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The Essentials

Location

2/7 Moo 6, Chaweng, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand. The school is located on Koh Samui island.

Stages

From preschool to high school (Terminale).

Type

Private French school.

Additional learning support

Ongoing support and supervision.

Country affiliation

France

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Fees

Application fees

- Annual registration (frais de dossier) : THB 10,000.

Tuition fees by school year (annual and common payment breakdowns)

- Maternelle (Petite Section — PS) : THB 100,000 per year.
- Annual payment: THB 100,000.
- Bimestrial (every two months): THB 22,000 per installment.
- Termly (Trimester) splits for the 10-month academic year (Sept–June): Term 1 (Sept–Dec) THB 42,000; Term 2 (Jan–Mar) THB 31,500; Term 3 (Apr–Jun) THB 31,500.

- Maternelle (Moyenne Section & Grande Section — MS & GS) : THB 120,000 per year.
- Annual payment: THB 120,000.
- Bimestrial: THB 26,000 per installment.
- Termly: Term 1 THB 50,000; Term 2 THB 37,500; Term 3 THB 37,500.

- Primary (CP to CM2) : THB 125,000 per year.
- Annual payment: THB 125,000.
- Bimestrial: THB 27,000 per installment.
- Termly: Term 1 THB 52,000; Term 2 THB 39,000; Term 3 THB 39,000.

- Collège (6ème to 3ème) : THB 145,000 per year.
- Annual payment: THB 145,000.
- Bimestrial: THB 31,000 per installment.
- Termly: Term 1 THB 60,000; Term 2 THB 45,000; Term 3 THB 45,000.

- Lycée (2nde to Terminale) : THB 170,000 per year.
- Annual payment: THB 170,000.
- Bimestrial: THB 36,000 per installment.
- Termly: Term 1 THB 70,000; Term 2 THB 52,500; Term 3 THB 52,500.

- Partial / Flexible (monthly rates for periods under 10 months):
- Maternelle: THB 15,000 per month.
- Primary: THB 16,000 per month.
- Collège: THB 18,000 per month.
- Lycée: THB 19,000 per month.
- Annual registration fee still applies for partial enrolments: THB 10,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The standard academic enrollment is structured on a 10-month year (September to June). Payment frequencies offered include annual, bimestrial (every two months), and trimester splits tied to that 10-month schedule.

- The enrolment (annual or partial) is a firm and irrevocable financial commitment for the full period chosen; choosing a split payment plan is a facilitation of the total debt, not a change to the total amount due. In case of early departure during the contracted period, no refund (total or partial) of already paid tuition will be made, and outstanding amounts for the contracted period become immediately due.

- For bimestrial payments, a security deposit equal to one month of tuition is required at registration; this deposit is applied against the final payment of the year (or retained if a family leaves before the year ends under the stated conditions). Invoices for tuition and canteen are payable within seven days of issue. No deduction is made for absences, and vacation periods do not reduce amounts due; any month started is charged in full.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: Not applicable. No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed among the school's published fees. The school operates with daytime schedules and a school canteen service.

Other costs and recurring charges

- School meals (cantine) : THB 120 per meal. Meals are charged separately and are not included in tuition. The canteen service is provided on site; a packed lunch may be possible for certain situations as stated in the school rules.

- School supplies, textbooks and exam fees: Fees related to CNED enrolment (when applicable), official exam registration (Brevet, Baccalauréat), and costs for travel/accommodation to exam centres are not included in tuition and are the responsibility of families.

- Uniforms / school clothing: A correct school uniform or appropriate attire is required by school rules, but no specific uniform purchase fee or uniform-price schedule is listed among the published fees.

Refund and cancellation policy

- Registration fees (frais de dossier) are payable at enrolment and are non-refundable under any circumstances. The enrolment commitment (annual or partial) is binding: in the event of interruption or early departure, there is no total or partial refund of tuition already paid; sums already paid remain acquired by the establishment and remaining sums for the contracted period become due immediately. The school's internal regulations state that exclusion for disciplinary reasons also does not give right to reimbursement of registration or tuition fees. A caution (for bimestrial payment plans) may be retained if departure occurs before the end of the contracted period.

Fee payment methods / options listed

- The published fee schedules and school regulations set out amounts, payment frequencies, deposit and invoice deadlines, and canteen charges, but do not specify accepted transaction methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, cash, or other). Payment methods are not listed in the published materials. For operational details about acceptable payment channels, the school provides a contact phone number and an email address for administrative enquiries.

Summary of practical points for parents

- Registration fee: THB 10,000 (non-refundable).
- Tuition ranges by level from THB 100,000 (PS) up to THB 170,000 (Lycée) per 10-month year, with specified bimestrial and trimester installment amounts and monthly rates for partial enrolments.
- Canteen meals charged separately at THB 120 per meal.
- Enrolment is a firm financial commitment; no refunds for early departure; invoices payable within seven days; bimestrial payments require a one-month tuition deposit.

Academics

Curriculum

IFDS Koh Samui is a private French school offering education aligned with French national standards from preschool through terminale. From kindergarten through high school, IFDS is the bridge between French culture and tropical life in Koh Samui. Founded in 2013, IFDS delivers 100% French standards. Its mission is to cultivate curiosity and openness in a culturally rich and supportive environment. The fundamental pillars are Individualisation, Responsabilisation, and Intégration Culturelle. Individualisation provides a tailored path to maximize each child's potential; Responsabilisation emphasizes shared responsibility among parents, teachers and students to build autonomy; Intégration Culturelle includes language studies and activities dedicated to discovering Thailand.

Exam Results

Students take official exams at the Lycée Français de Bangkok, guaranteeing the diploma's validity in France and internationally. Brevet des Collèges; Épreuves Anticipées; Baccalauréat. 100% pass rate. Ongoing support and supervision.

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Admissions

IFDS Koh Samui is a private French school offering education from nursery through terminale, with programs conforming to French national standards. Founded in 2013, the school emphasizes a pedagogy centered on the development and success of each student, with pillars of Individualisation, Responsabilisation, and Intégration Culturelle (including language courses and activities to discover Thailand). Validation of the schooling path: Our students take official examinations through the Lycée Français de Bangkok, guaranteeing the diploma's validity in France and internationally. Examinations include Brevet des Collèges, Épreuves Anticipées, and Baccalauréat. The school provides ongoing support and supervision.

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FAQs

Where is IFDS Koh Samui located and what levels does it serve?

IFDS Koh Samui is on Koh Samui island at 2/7 Moo 6 Chaweng, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand. It offers education from preschool through terminale, following 100% French national standards and emphasizes bridging French culture with tropical life.

When was IFDS Koh Samui founded and who leads it?

The school was founded in 2013 and is led by Head of School Sylvie Torrente. It operates as a private, co-educational French school.

What is the school's approach and core pillars?

IFDS Koh Samui follows a pedagogy built on Individualisation, Responsabilisation, and Intégration Culturelle. The aim is to tailor learning paths, foster shared responsibility among parents, teachers and students, and integrate Thai language and culture.

What are the tuition fees by level and the main payment options?

Tuition ranges from THB 100,000 per year for PS to THB 170,000 per year for Lycée, with a 10-month academic year. Payment options include annual, bimestrial (every two months), and trimester splits; a one-month deposit is required for bimestrial payments.

What other costs should parents plan for?

There is a non-refundable annual registration fee of THB 10,000. Canteen meals cost THB 120 per meal and are charged separately. Uniforms are required, but no price is listed, and exam or CNED-related fees are not included in tuition.

Are there waitlists or scholarships available?

There is no published information on waitlists or scholarships. Enrolment is a firm financial commitment, and refunds are not provided if a family leaves early; a deposit may be retained if departure occurs before the year ends.

What curriculum does IFDS Koh Samui follow?

IFDS Koh Samui provides education aligned with French national standards from preschool through terminale, delivering 100% French standards. Examinations and diplomas are organized through the Lycée Français de Bangkok, ensuring recognition in France and internationally.

How are official exams managed and what are the results?

Students take the Brevet des Collèges, Épreuves Anticipées, and Baccalauréat through the Lycée Français de Bangkok, with a reported 100% pass rate. This guarantees the diploma's validity for France and other countries.

What is known about class sizes or higher education outcomes?

The available information does not specify class sizes or higher education outcomes.

What facilities or resources are highlighted for IFDS Koh Samui?

The data notes that the school provides education from kindergarten to the final year and operates with a canteen on site. Specific campus facilities are not detailed.

Are there sports facilities?

Information about sports facilities is not provided.

What academic facilities or resources are emphasized?

The school emphasizes alignment with French standards and language studies as part of cultural integration, with official exams taken through the Lycée Français de Bangkok.

What extracurricular activities does IFDS Koh Samui offer?

Beyond academics, the school offers Arts programs (guitar, singing, theatre, dance), enhanced English, and homework assistance. Cultural integration activities include Thai language courses and opportunities to discover Thailand.

Are there leadership programs or student clubs?

There is no specific information about leadership programs or clubs beyond the listed activities.

Is there community service or other social activities?

No information on community service programs is provided, though school life includes events and student achievements highlighted in the news.

What wellbeing, SEN, and EAL support are available?

The school provides ongoing supervision and offers EAL language courses as part of cultural integration. If a child has a diagnosed condition, families should inform the school, and information is kept confidential to plan support.

How does safeguarding and medical care work?

Safety rules govern behavior (no dangerous games), and mobile phone use is regulated by year level. Medicines are not administered on site; health information and chronic illnesses must be disclosed, and families should have personal health insurance as the school does not cover medical costs.

Can students attend if they are unwell or need regular medical care?

A child who is unwell cannot be admitted to the school. Ongoing medical needs require proper planning with the family and health insurance.

What about meals and school food?

The school operates an on-site canteen with meals charged at THB 120 each. Lunch times are 11:45–12:45 for CP–CM2 and 11:45–12:45 for older students.

Are uniforms required and what about governance?

A school uniform is required, though no price is listed. IFDS Koh Samui is a private establishment with no government subsidies and is led by Head of School Sylvie Torrente.

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