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King Mongkut's International Demonstration School

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 483,000 - 504,000
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2016
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages Thai
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction

King Mongkut’s International Demonstration School provides a US-based academic program with a focus on STEAM disciplines including science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. The school incorporates elements from both international and Thai education systems and offers a Pathway Programme that allows students to take university-level courses through King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang. The facilities include modern science and robotics laboratories, music rooms, a library, gymnasium, indoor and outdoor sports courts, a swimming pool, and dedicated learning spaces for hands-on experimentation and performance-based learning.

1 Thanon Chalong Krung, Lat Krabang, Bangkok 10520, Thailand

The Essentials

King Mongkut's International Demonstration School has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
KMIDS is located at 1 Thanon Chalong Krung in the Lat Krabang district of eastern Bangkok (postcode 10520), adjacent to the campus of King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang and accessible via main routes around the city.

Stages
The school serves secondary students.

Type
KMIDS is a co-educational international demonstration school attached to a public university (KMITL), offering day schooling only as well as boarding.

Additional learning support
KMIDS offers academic guidance through a counselor who helps with course planning and scheduling. Middle school students can join an Academic Skills Group for help with organization and study strategies. The Student Services team works with teachers and families to monitor students needing support. The school also consults external professionals when needed.

Country affiliation
The school does not have any country affiliation.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation noted. KMIDS operates under a secular, university oversight model.

School day structure
The school does not have their day structure publicly available.

Bus service
The school does offer a bus service.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The KMIDS Dormitory provides optional accommodation. The dormitory includes meals, cleaning, laundry, transportation, and daily living services. The dormitory fees for the 2024–2025 academic year are 120,000 THB for 10 months (mid-August to June), covering accommodation, dormitory activities, cleaning, laundry, transportation, breakfast, dinner, electricity, water, and internet.

Uniform Requirement
Formal Uniform is required on Mondays and for special events: blue suit, long-sleeved white collared shirt for high school, short-sleeved white collared shirt for middle school, necktie, and black skirt or trousers. Regular Uniform (Tuesday to Friday) is a white polo shirt with black skirt or trousers. PE Uniform is worn for physical education classes, with appropriate footwear; students change back to regular uniform after PE.

Food Options
Breakfast and dinner are provided in the KMIDS dormitory as part of housing.

Governance and Ownership
KMIDS is a unit under King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) College of Education Innovation Research (CEIR).
Fees

Annual tuition at King Mongkut's International Demonstration School ranges from THB 483,000 to THB 504,000 for 2026/27.

Enrollment Fees (Non-Refundable)
Application Fee: 5,500 THB
Registration Fee (one-time payment): 150,000 THB

Deposit Fees (Refundable upon withdrawal)
Textbook Deposit: 20,000 THB
Security Deposit: 50,000 THB
Total Deposit: 70,000 THB

Tuition and Annual Fees
Middle School (Grades 6–8)
Tuition Fee: 483,000 THB
Accident Insurance: 5,500 THB
Standardized Test Fee: 5,500 THB
Lunch and Snacks: 28,000 THB
Main Activities: 12,000 THB
Material Fee: 12,000 THB
Total per year: 546,000 THB

High School (Grades 9–12)
Tuition Fee: 504,000 THB
Accident Insurance: 5,500 THB
Standardized Test Fee: 5,500 THB
Lunch and Snacks: 28,000 THB
Main Activities: 12,000 THB
Material Fee: 12,000 THB
Total per year: 567,000 THB

Additional Fees
Foundation Course (July, for new students): 35,000 THB
Includes lunch and snacks.

Dormitory (10 months): 120,000 THB
Includes accommodation, dormitory activities, meals (breakfast and dinner), laundry, cleaning, utilities, and transportation.

Transportation Fee: 30,000 THB
Covers round-trip service to and from Ladkrabang Airport Link station for the full academic year.

ROTC Military Training (for Grades 10–12 male students):
Grade 10: 8,000 THB (includes uniforms and registration)
Grades 11–12: 2,000 THB (registration fee only)

Optional school vans: 3,000 THB

Refund Policy
Before semester begins:
New students: All fees except the registration fee are refundable.

Current students: Tuition and fees are refundable if all current semester payments are made and clearance procedures are completed. Missing the withdrawal notification deadline results in loss of re-enrollment deposit (if applicable).

After semester begins:
All fees become non-refundable regardless of withdrawal circumstances.

Late Payment Policy
A 1.5% late fee per month is applied on overdue amounts.

Students with unpaid fees may not participate in school activities.

Accounts delinquent for more than 45 days may result in student withdrawal from the school.

Payment Methods
Bank Transfer or E-banking
Visa and MasterCard
Accepted for payments exceeding 100,000 THB.
A 1.8% transaction fee applies (subject to change).
Cashier’s Check
Personal checks are not accepted.
Credit Card Installments
May be offered.
Academics

King Mongkut's International Demonstration School teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
KMIDS follows an American-style curriculum that is adapted to include both local and international academic standards. The core focus is on STEAM subjects, meaning science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. The elementary level uses the American Common Core framework combined with project-based learning. In the upper grades, students can take Advanced Placement (AP) courses as preparation for college-level study. KMIDS also provides a university pathway programme through its partnership with King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang. This allows high school students to take university-level courses and potentially earn credits before graduating.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
A weekly advisory session is held for all students, focusing on personal development, social skills, and group bonding. These sessions are led by teachers and staff from Student Services. Students can also meet individually or in small groups with the counselor to discuss personal or social challenges.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not have a dedicated SEN programme.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not have publicly available information on their EAL support.

Mental Wellbeing
Short-term counseling is available to help students manage personal concerns that affect learning. The school involves parents when needed and may refer students to external professionals for longer-term care. Workshops for parents on communication and adolescent wellbeing are occasionally offered.

Safeguarding
KMIDS has a clearly defined child safeguarding policy in place. The school has established a safeguarding team responsible for ensuring student safety and responding to any concerns raised by staff or students. Staff are expected to report suspected cases of harm or abuse, and they receive training to help them recognize early signs of concern. The school’s procedures are aligned with the Thai Child Protection Act and international conventions. KMIDS also outlines expectations for appropriate conduct between staff and students, including supervision during one-on-one meetings and appropriate boundaries in communication and physical contact. Security protocols for campus visitors are also part of the policy to maintain a controlled and safe environment.
Parent Experience

History
King Mongkut’s International Demonstration School, located within King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), was officially established in 2016 as Thailand’s first STEM-focused international demonstration school. It follows an American-style curriculum enhanced with Thai core standards and a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) framework, reflecting the institute’s innovation-driven mission.

Community
The school community is closely tied to KMITL’s academic environment, with many collaborations and shared facilities that enrich student learning. Students have access to advanced technology labs and benefit from participation in academic conferences and innovation fairs. The school also participates in events such as science competitions, sports tournaments through the Asia International Schools Athletics Association (AISAA), and cultural celebrations which include Thai national holidays and international observances to create a globally aware campus environment.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school does not have a parent teacher association.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
KMIDS provides facilities designed to support innovation, creativity, and holistic development. The campus includes advanced Robotics Labs, state-of-the-art Fabrication and Science Labs, a fully equipped Auditorium, an indoor gymnasium, football and basketball fields, dedicated Piano and Orchestra Rooms, a Studio Room, and a modern Library. The science laboratories are fully equipped and designed with student safety in mind, featuring equipment such as fume hoods, incubators, industrial-grade balances, Olympus microscopes, and Vernier LabQuest tools to enable sophisticated experiments in an inquiry-based setting. The KMIDS dormitory offers a safe, inclusive living environment with daily extracurricular activities and professional services like food, laundry, and cleaning. These facilities are designed to support both academic work and creative projects across disciplines.

Sports Facilities
KMIDS has an indoor gymnasium on campus for physical education and indoor activities. There are football and basketball fields for outdoor sports. The facilities support PE classes, intra-school teams, and after-school sports programs. The spaces are designed for safe, supervised athletic activity.

Academic Facilities
Facilities include advanced Robotics Labs, Fabrication Labs, and Science Labs designed to support inquiry-based learning. The labs are equipped with safety features and modern equipment such as fume hoods, incubators, industrial-grade balances, Olympus microscopes, and Vernier LabQuest tools. The campus also features a modern library and a fully equipped auditorium for academic events and presentations.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Music spaces include dedicated Piano and Orchestra Rooms and a Studio Room to support ensemble and arts activities. Robotics Labs, Fabrication Labs, and Science Labs underpin STEAM clubs and competitions. The library supports research-based clubs and study groups, and the auditorium hosts assemblies, performances, and presentations.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
KMIDS offers a STEAM-focused curriculum with emphasis on science, technology, design, and mathematics. AP courses are offered in Science, Math, and Computer Science. Pathway to KMITL enables senior students to study undergraduate courses taught by KMITL lecturers, earn college credit, and gain early admission to KMIDS' partner university.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs and societies are led by KMIDS instructors and KMITL students. STEM with Robotics includes robotics curriculum and electives such as programming. World Robot Olympiad (WRO) is a national competition in which KMIDS students participate.

Leadership & Professional
KMIDS offers the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program for high school students. ROTC develops leadership, discipline, teamwork, and citizenship. Pathway to KMITL provides opportunities for undergrad study and early admissions.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
ROTC fosters discipline, teamwork, and leadership development. ROTC emphasizes citizenship and responsibility. KMIDS provides a safe, happy, and empathetic environment for learning.
Languages

Language Provision
KMIDS uses an American-based curriculum with CCSS and NGSS; Thai language education is integrated via the Thai Basic Core Curriculum. Thai language is taught as part of the Thai Basic Core Curriculum, and Chinese is offered as a world language (non-core) with AP Chinese Language and Culture available in high school. English-language instruction is emphasised, with AP English Literature and Composition and AP English Language and Composition offered in high school. Proficiency in English is required for admission, and English language support is provided through ESLOS.

Immersion Programs
KMIDS Elementary includes English language immersion in Preschool. KMIDS Elementary uses the US Common Core curriculum for core subjects. Non-core language offerings include Chinese, and Thai language education is delivered through the Thai Basic Core Curriculum. The ESLOS program provides English-language support.
Reputation

Awards
The school does not have publicly available information on their awards.

Accreditations
WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges)
International accreditation body ensuring academic quality and institutional effectiveness.

ONESQA (Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment)
Thai national quality assurance agency for educational institutions.

KMITL (King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang)
KMIDS is officially affiliated with KMITL, one of Thailand’s leading technology universities.

College Board
Recognized as an official College Board institution, allowing them to administer SAT and AP exams.

AP (Advanced Placement)
Accredited to offer Advanced Placement courses and exams through the College Board.

SAT
Official SAT testing center, authorized by the College Board.

TOEFL ITP (ETS)
Authorized to administer the TOEFL Institutional Testing Program (ITP) for English language assessment.

ALA (American Library Association)
Affiliated or aligned with ALA standards for library resources and services.

EARCOS (East Asia Regional Council of Schools)
Member of a regional association of international schools promoting collaboration and professional development.
Admissions

Admissions
Submit Inquiry
Prospective families fill out an inquiry form either online or at the campus. The admissions team will then reach out with further instructions.

Apply and Pay Application Fee
Following contact from the school, you receive a link to the online application. You complete Phase One of the registration form and pay a THB 5,500 application fee via bank transfer. Proof of payment is sent to the finance and admissions offices.

Assessment
Candidates undergo assessments, including a Math and Reading MAP test (1 hour each), a 45-minute essay, and a 10-minute personal interview.

Review & Notification
Following assessment, your application is reviewed and the admissions decision is communicated though the exact timeline isn't specified publicly.

Scholarships
KMIDS offers Academic Scholarships for new students demonstrating exceptional academic performance, as well as Special Talent Scholarships in areas like music, sports, robotics, and arts.

Waitlist
The school does not have a waitlist.
School Events
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