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Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai

Thailand, Phuket

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 240,000 - 300,000
Ages 1 - 7 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2025
Bus Service No
Part of
Lighthouse International School Phuket
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages English, Thai
Typical class size 10
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Primary School, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction

Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai is the Rawai campus of the Lighthouse International Kindergarten group, located at 95/43 Moo 4, Soi Sanya Yukhunthon, Rawai, Phuket, Thailand. The school publishes that it delivers a Canadian early‑years curriculum integrated with elements of the UK Early Years Foundation Stage, and it offers Nursery, Pre‑Kindergarten, Kindergarten 1 & 2 and early primary (Grade 1) provision for children aged approximately 1 to 7 years. Instruction is in English with scheduled Thai lessons. The kindergarten describes a play‑based, project‑based programme that emphasises hands‑on experiments and STEM activities, uses Jolly Phonics from around age three to build reading skills, and includes extra classes such as gymnastics, robotics and basketball. Published information about the Rawai campus highlights indoor play facilities (soft play and trampoline) and outdoor play and sports activities, and notes regular parent reporting on pupil progress.

This campus is part of Lighthouse International School Phuket

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

The Essentials

Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai has typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Rawai, southern Phuket, with the campus situated at 95/43 Moo 4, Soi Sanya Yukhunthon. It’s a day school set in a tropical neighbourhood, easily reachable via local roads and situated in a calm residential area close to Rawai beaches.

Stages
The Rawai campus offers education from Nursery (age ~1) through to Grade 1 (age ~6–7). Students typically transition to the primary programme of Lighthouse International School Phuket after completing Grade 1.

Type
Little Lights Rawai is a co-educational day school. There are no boarding or hybrid learning options.

Additional learning support
There is no mention of formal Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision on the official website. However, the school highlights individualised learning within its early years environment.

Country affiliation
The Rawai campus uses a Canadian-style curriculum, but there is no formal affiliation with any national government or accreditation body.

Religious affiliation
The kindergarten has no religious affiliation and presents itself as non-denominational.

School day structure
Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai operates Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 16:00. The day includes a balance of indoor and outdoor learning, snack and lunch breaks, and play-based classroom sessions. The campus is closed on weekends.

Bus service
There is no school bus service listed on their official website for Little Lights Rawai.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Food is prepared by full-time chefs and provided daily, including breakfast, lunch and snacks. The meals are served without refined sugar or MSG, and dietary needs or allergies can be catered for.

Governance and Ownership
Independently run and managed separately from the other Lighthouse schools. Lighthouse is a multi-campus group with the Rawai campus opening in 2025.
Fees

Annual tuition at Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai ranges from THB 240,000 to THB 300,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A one-time registration fee of THB 40,000 is required upon enrollment. An annual insurance fee of THB 1,000 is also charged for accident coverage.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Nursery to Grade 1 (Ages 2–7): THB 198,000
A 10% discount is applied if the full year is paid in advance.

Tuition is billed by term:
THB 74,000 per term × 4 terms

Additional Fees
Tuition generally includes books, snacks, lunch, and classroom resources. Any optional extracurricular activities may carry additional charges.

Refund Policy
Refunds require written notice: 90 days before Term 1, or 45 days before Terms 2–4. Refunds are processed at the end of the academic year.

Payment Options
Accepted methods include Thai bank transfer, cash, or WISE. Payment in full or by term is available.
Academics

Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai teaches Canadian Curriculum for students aged 1 to 7.

Curriculum
Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai offers a Canadian-inspired early childhood programme for children from Nursery to Grade 1. The approach blends aspects of Montessori and Waldorf education, focusing on hands-on, play-based learning that encourages curiosity and creativity.

Children explore early literacy through the Jolly Phonics system, alongside foundational numeracy, creative arts, and social-emotional development. Learning is guided by themes and projects that take place both indoors and outdoors, allowing children to engage with their environment in meaningful ways.

Classes are led in English by native-speaking teachers, supported by bilingual staff who help create a nurturing and inclusive classroom atmosphere. As a kindergarten programme, there are no formal assessments or qualifications during this stage; emphasis is placed instead on holistic development and a love of learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The official website does not specify details on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programmes at the Rawai kindergarten. There is mention of student-centred and enquiry-based learning led by a caring team of educators encouraging holistic growth, but no explicit SEL initiatives or staff roles are referenced.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose any formal SEN provision or specialist support on the kindergarten pages.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The official kindergarten resources do not mention an EAL programme or structured language support

Mental Wellbeing
There is no explicit reference on the official pages to mental health or wellbeing programmes for early years students at the Rawai campus

Safeguarding
There is no official mention of child protection or safeguarding policies on the Rawai kindergarten pages.
Parent Experience

History
Lighthouse International Kindergarten Phuket operates two international kindergartens in Phuket: Chalong and Rawai. The owners are Dan and Melissa, and their children have grown up with the school. Chalong was established in 2021; Rawai opened in 2025. The Chalong campus opened at Land & House Park on September 1, 2019, and the school uses a Canadian curriculum with EYFS from the UK. There is progression to Primary and a new High School in Rawai, with a minibus running between the two campuses.

Community
The school offers extra classes including Gymnastics, Robotics, and Basketball. Robotics classes are part of the curriculum and a Robotics class was held on September 24, 2024. Parents receive a report every Friday on their child's performance. Parental communication is maintained via WhatsApp.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Little Lights International Kindergarten Rawai serves children aged 1 to 7. The Rawai location opened in 2025. It has large indoor and outdoor play areas and well-equipped classrooms, including spaces for active play. There is a cafeteria offering breakfast, lunch and snacks. The program combines a Canadian curriculum with EYFS elements from the UK, and supports accelerated English development with phonics and early reading. Teachers stay with the school for continuity, and parents receive weekly progress reports.

Sports Facilities
There is dedicated outdoor sports teaching. Extra classes include Gymnastics, Robotics and Basketball, and a Chinese language class is also offered as part of the extra-curricular program.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum uses a Canadian framework with UK EYFS integration, and emphasizes early reading with phonics (Jolly Phonics). Reading skills typically accelerate around age 4. The program includes science activities, geography, and Thai lessons. Textbooks and the curriculum serve as supports for learning, with small class sizes enabling individualized progression.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Robotics runs on select days from 3:15 to 4:00 pm; Gymnastics runs on select days from 3:15 to 4:00 pm. A Chinese language class is also offered, and Basketball is listed as an extra-curricular option.
Languages

Language Provision
The school uses English as the language of instruction. Native English-speaking teachers lead nursery classes and emphasize English language development across the early years. Jolly Phonics is used to teach reading, with reading skills typically developing around age 5. Thai language is taught as part of the curriculum, with Thai language instruction continuing in K2 and Grade 1.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction; Thai language is taught as part of the curriculum.
Reputation

Awards
There are no awards listed on the school’s official website that have been awarded to the school itself in the past five years.

Accreditations
Licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education: Official approval that allows the Rawai campus to operate legally as an educational institution for early childhood levels in Thailand.

Council of International Schools (CIS): An international accreditation body that ensures Lighthouse International School Phuket meets global standards for quality and continuous school improvement. This applies to the broader school, including the Rawai campus.

Alberta Accreditation (Grades 10–12 only): Approval from the Government of Alberta, Canada, to deliver the Alberta High School Diploma. While this applies to upper grades, the Rawai campus aligns with the same Canadian educational framework.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Book a school tour or open house (optional). You can arrange a visit via the “Schedule An Appointment” page to see the Rawai campus in person and meet staff if you wish.

2. Complete the enrolment form. Parents submit personal and prior schooling details via the online form, and pay the one-time registration fee. Required documents include passport/ID, birth certificate, and photos.

3. Assessment and placement (after Grade 1). A placement meeting and assessment may be required for primary-level applicants; however, for Nursery to Grade 1 at Rawai kindergarten, no formal testing is listed. Fees are invoiced based on grade placement.

4. Confirm tuition payment schedule. Families choose termly or annual tuition payment, with a 10% discount if annual fees are paid upfront. Payments via bank transfer, cash, or WISE.

Scholarships
The school’s official website does not mention any scholarship opportunities as part of its admissions process.

Waitlist
The school’s published materials do not mention a waitlist or pool system for kindergarten admissions.
School Events
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