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Lighthouse International School Phuket – Secondary School campus

Thailand, Phuket

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 288,000 - 297,000
Ages 11 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2024
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Lighthouse International School Phuket
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Secondary), Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages Thai
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School
Introduction

Lighthouse International School Phuket’s secondary campus, opened in August 2024 in Rawai, offers education for Grades 7–12 (ages 11–18). Students follow the Canadian Alberta curriculum, leading to both Alberta High School and Thai Ministry of Education diplomas, with the option of Cambridge International qualifications including IGCSEs and A‑Levels. The curriculum emphasizes project‑based and personalized learning, featuring mixed‑age classes and continuous assessment to support individual progress. Facilities include a dedicated science laboratory, an ICT room, a library, and indoor/outdoor dining areas serving Thai and Western cuisine. The campus incorporates a Montessori‑inspired approach to encourage creativity, inquiry, and collaborative projects in science, business, and arts subjects. Class sizes remain small to allow close teacher–student interaction and tailored support.

This campus is part of Lighthouse International School Phuket

95/43 moo 4 Soi Sanya Yukhunthon, Rawai, Muang, Phuket 83130 Thailand

The Essentials

Lighthouse International School Phuket – Secondary School campus has typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Lighthouse International School Phuket’s secondary campus is located on Soi Sanya Yukhunthon in the Rawai area, in the southern part of Phuket. It is situated near Nai Harn and Rawai beaches and lies within a short drive of Chalong Circle and Promthep Cape. The campus is accessible via Route 4024.

Stages
Lighthouse International School Phuket is divided into Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary School sections. The Secondary campus in Rawai serves students in Grades 7 to 12.

Type
Lighthouse International School Phuket is a co-educational day school serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Boarding facilities are not offered.

Additional learning support
Lighthouse International School Phuket does not publicly disclose any SEN-specific support provision on its website.

Country affiliation
Lighthouse International School Phuket is not affiliated with or recognized by any national government.

Religious affiliation
Lighthouse International School Phuket is not affiliated with any religion. It welcomes students from all cultural and religious backgrounds.

School day structure
There is no publicly available information on the school’s daily schedule on the official website.

Bus service
Lighthouse International School Phuket offers a school bus service for families requiring transportation across Phuket. However, the official website does not provide detailed information about routes, coverage areas, safety features, or supervision.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uses a uniform and has a uniform shop on campus.

Food Options
Indoor and outdoor dining areas serve Western and Thai cuisine.

House System
There is a house system with four houses that compete in inter-house activities; examples include Red Samurai and Green Vikings.

Governance and Ownership
The founders are Dan Skitch (CEO and Founder) and Melissa Skitch (COO and Founder).
Fees

Annual tuition at Lighthouse International School Phuket – Secondary School campus ranges from THB 288,000 to THB 297,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
Registration fee: THB 40,000 (one-time, non-refundable)
Assessment test: THB 2,000 (one-time fee upon registration)

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Grades 6–9: THB 288,000 (annual)
Grades 10–12: THB 297,000 (annual, with 10% full payment discount)

Term-by-Term
Grades 6–9: THB 107,000, THB 107,000, THB 106,000 per term
Grades 10–12: THB 110,000 per term

Additional Fees
Education fee (Grades 1–8): THB 20,000 per year
Education fee (Grades 9–12): THB 50,000 per year
Insurance: THB 1,000 per year (covers up to THB 10,000 per accident on campus)

Billing & Payment
Fees can be paid monthly, termly, or annually.
10% discount applies for full annual payment.
Monthly tuition payments are non-refundable.
The selected payment plan applies for the full academic year.

Refund Policy
- Term 1 withdrawal: 90 days’ written notice
- Terms 2–4 withdrawal: 45 days’ written notice
- Refunds are processed at the end of the academic year
- Monthly payments are not refundable under any condition

Payment Methods
Accepted payment methods include Thai bank transfer, cash, Wise, and cryptocurrency facilities.
Separate bank account details are provided for Grades 1–6 and Grades 7–12.
Academics

Lighthouse International School Phuket – Secondary School campus teaches Cambridge (Secondary), Canadian Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
Lighthouse International School Phuket delivers the Canadian Alberta Curriculum as its core academic framework from Grades 7 through 12. Students work toward the Alberta High School Diploma, officially certified by Alberta Education, Canada.

The programme includes core and elective subjects such as English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, and Thai language, following both Alberta and Thai Ministry of Education requirements. Instruction is delivered using Alberta-certified resources and follows a project-based, mixed-age classroom model supported by continuous assessment and student-centered learning.

In addition to the Alberta Diploma, students may optionally pursue qualifications such as the Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, SAT, or GED, depending on their academic goals. The school is a registered Cambridge International School and offers these certifications as parallel pathways alongside the Alberta curriculum. This allows students to graduate with dual or multiple diplomas, enhancing their readiness for global university admissions.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes group collaboration and respect through project-based learning and mixed-age classes, which include teamwork exercises and presentations to foster social skills and empathy. Students regularly engage in activities that prioritize support, respect, and communication, such as group problem-solving and collaborative projects. These components are embedded within the Alberta curriculum framework and classroom routines.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school’s website does not provide any information regarding support for Special Educational Needs on their website.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The LEAP (English Accelerated Program) is offered for students aged 11–18 to build English fluency rapidly. It provides interactive instruction with native-English teachers and academic language support in subjects like Mathematics and Science.

Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose specialised mental health or wellbeing programs such as counseling, support staff, or structured initiatives on its website.

Safeguarding
There is no publicly available detail on the website regarding child protection or safeguarding measures, including staff training or reporting policies.
Parent Experience

History
Lighthouse International School was founded in 1999. It operates as a privately owned international school and has grown steadily from an early childhood centre to include both primary and secondary campuses. The Rawai campus, focused on secondary education, was opened more recently to meet growing demand. The school is led by a team of international educators and maintains a strong emphasis on community involvement.

Community
Lighthouse actively cultivates connections among students, parents, and staff by organizing regular family barbecues, themed multicultural events, and opportunities for parents to engage in school life (e.g. attending sporting events or speaking at parent evenings). Events often include international food days, talent showcases, and small markets run by students, encouraging cultural sharing and collaboration across the community. Community life is promoted through monthly themes, Greek, Italian, etc., and parents contribute by catering or acting as entertainers (DJ, food stalls)

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
While Lighthouse does not label a formal “PTA” structure on its website, parents are actively invited into school life through organised family gatherings, themed evenings, and informal volunteer roles. For example, parent-led food stalls, DJ contributions, and participation in family barbecues are customary and embedded in event formats; children often perform in talent shows or run marketplace stalls with parent support. Parents can also meet teachers during sporting occasions or community events, fostering an ongoing rapport with staff. Throughout the year, cultural events like International Food Day and Sports Day often feature active parent involvement, creating a shared sense of belonging among families, students, and school teams.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Lighthouse Secondary School campus is located in Rawai, Phuket, and opened in 2024. It features a state-of-the-art laboratory designed to ignite interest in science. Classrooms are student-centered and designed for project-based learning. The facilities extend beyond the classroom with a fully stocked library and an ICT room. Indoor and outdoor dining areas serve nutritious Western and Thai cuisine.

Sports Facilities
A skate and BMX park is adjacent to the school for student use. An outdoor adventure playground includes a zip line, giant sky trampoline, and climbing walls. The school offers traditional sports such as volleyball, basketball, and football for primary and secondary students. The campus includes a full-sized football pitch.

Academic Facilities
The secondary campus has a state-of-the-art laboratory. It features a fully stocked library and an ICT room. Classrooms are designed for dynamic, hands-on learning and project-based initiatives. The facilities support a learning environment tailored to student-centered instruction.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities include football, basketball, volleyball, chess, art, and drama. An AI-focused ECA class is offered. The program includes archery, BMX/skateboarding, and language clubs for Thai and English. After-school activities run in term-friendly cycles, with 8-week sessions in some periods. The school also runs structured camps during school breaks, including Summer Camp, Easter Camp, and Christmas/New Year Camp.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses Canadian Alberta curriculum textbooks, examinations and standardized testing. The program emphasizes creativity and employs teaching methods likened to Montessori and Waldorf models. Learning is hands-on and project-based, with a focus on developing students academically as well as physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Entrepreneurship, public speaking and data analysis are highlighted as part of Lighthouse's leadership vision.

Arts & Creative
Extra-curricular activities include music, drama, pottery, design, ICT and other after-school activities. Students may learn instruments, join the choir and perform in class plays. The school also lists Chess and Art as creative ECAs, with 2025/2026 offerings including drama and other creative pursuits.

Cultural & Language
All students study foreign languages. The curriculum is internationally oriented with a Canadian values framework, and there is a French Department as part of Lighthouse's language offerings. Canadian curriculum content is described as global standard and culturally sensitive with an international approach. Canadian values of family, friendship, acceptance and compassion underpin the school culture.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a broad mix of traditional and modern ECAs, including Skate & BMX, Outdoor Adventure (zip line, sky trampoline, climbing walls) and a range of sports such as Volleyball, Basketball and Football. Creative options include Chess and Art, with 2025/2026 offerings expanding to AI, Drama and other activities. The program emphasizes well-rounded development and physical fitness.

Community & Service
Pastoral Care presents a mind–body–souls approach, creating a happy, safe and valued environment and providing a clear moral framework. It promotes partnership between teachers and parents and supports informed decisions about health, well-being and related issues. The school emphasizes Canadian values of family, acceptance and compassion and encourages students to engage with diverse communities and contexts. Extra-curricular activities also offer leadership and responsibility opportunities for older pupils.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is embedded in Lighthouse's programming, with a focus on entrepreneurship, public speaking and the ability to gather, analyze and apply data. The Head of Lighthouse Secondary notes small class sizes and project-based learning that foster teamwork and leadership skills. The school hosts a business centre of excellence and emphasizes real-world project work to prepare students for future careers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral Care promotes a safe, happy environment and a strong moral framework, ensuring students feel valued and heard. It supports informed decision-making about health and well-being and respect for diverse faiths and backgrounds. Education at Lighthouse is not measured solely by competition or test scores but is viewed as a lifelong journey, with a strong emphasis on holistic growth and global citizenship.
Languages

Language Provision
The primary language of instruction is English. English language support (ESL) is available to help students access the Alberta and Cambridge curricula. Mandarin Chinese Conversion (Basic) is offered as an after-school option. The school uses the Canadian Alberta Program for secondary and the Cambridge Curriculum.
Reputation

Awards
There are no awards listed on the school’s official website that have been granted directly to the institution.

Accreditations
Licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education:
This license authorizes the school to operate educational programmes from early years through secondary level in Thailand.

Alberta Education accreditation (Canada):
Lighthouse is officially certified by the Government of Alberta for delivering the Canadian (Alberta) curriculum and issuing Alberta High School Diplomas, making it the first Alberta‑accredited school in Phuket and Thailand.

Cambridge International School accreditation:
The school is recognized as an accredited Cambridge International School, enabling students to pursue Cambridge IGCSE and A‑Level qualifications in addition to the Alberta diploma.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Schedule a tour or attend an Open Day. After initial contact, families are encouraged to visit the campus—such as during Open Day events—to meet staff and see facilities in person.

2. Submit enrolment form and required documentation. International applicants must upload specific documents such as passports, visas, birth certificate, previous school report, and recent photos as detailed in the Admissions Policy.

3. Complete the assessment test. Applicants take a written test, which supports placement planning and provides feedback for parents.

4. Attend interviews. A prospective student interview is conducted by the Admissions Office, and parents or guardians may be invited for a follow-up interview with school leadership before final acceptance.

Scholarships
Lighthouse International School Phuket does not publicly advertise scholarship policies or funding programmes on its official site.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose any waitlist, enrolment pool, or holding list for admissions.
School Events
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