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Norwich International School Bangkok

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 481,500 - 720,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 260
Type Co-educational
Opened 2014
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Thai
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Norwich International School Bangkok, founded in 2014, caters to students aged 2–18 in southwest Bangkok, near Samut Sakhon. The school follows the British National Curriculum from EYFS through Key Stages 1–5, with IGCSE offered in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Mandarin and Thai are introduced early, Mandarin from Nursery and Thai throughout Primary, alongside supportive Early Learning Support (ELS) and Learning Support (LS) services. Facilities include science laboratories, computer suites, specialist language rooms, and floodlit sports pitches. The school offers outdoor education excursions, a robust after-school programme (including sports, arts, robotics, and cooking), and dedicated Music and Sports Academies. It integrates mindfulness practices and celebrates cultural events such as International Day and Songkran, while also hosting its own Model United Nations to promote global citizenship. In 2025, it became the first international school in Thailand accredited by the Curiosity Approach for its Early Years programme. The campus is accessible via bus routes on Rama 2 and Rama 3.

233/131 NUSASIRI Villages Rama 2 Road, Moo 1, Bang Nam Chuet, Muang, Samut Sakhon 74000

The Essentials

Norwich International School Bangkok has 260 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Norwich International School is situated on Rama 2 Road in Bang Nam Chuet, Samut Sakhon, approximately 20 km southwest of central Bangkok. The campus can be reached via school-operated bus routes and is set in a suburban residential area close to key transport links.

Stages
The school serves children aged 2 to 18, structured into Early Years (Nursery–Reception), Primary (Years 1–6), Secondary (Years 7–11), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13, offering IB DP).

Type
Norwich is a co-educational day school with no boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
The school offers English Language Support (ELS) from Year 1 onwards and provides Learning Support (LS) services designed through an Educational Adjustment Plan (EAP). LS may include small-group or one-to-one support, delivered by teaching assistants or specialist staff.

Country affiliation
NISB is an international school based in Thailand with no direct government affiliation.

Religious affiliation
Norwich International School has no religious affiliation.

School day structure
Norwich International School’s day starts at 7:30 AM (Morning sessions begin at 7:50 -8:00 AM) and typically ends at 3:00 PM, with after-school activities (ASAs) running until 4:30 PM.

Nursery finishes at 2:45 pm and includes nap time.

Kindergarten & Reception end at 3:00 pm, with optional quiet time in Term 1.

Primary students finish at 3:00 pm or 3:50 pm if enrolled in ASAs.

Secondary students follow a seven-period schedule and also finish at 3:00 pm or 3:50 pm with ASAs.

Bus service
Yes, the school runs its own bus service with two routes: Rama 2 (THB 14,000 one‑way or THB 28,000 return per term) and Rama 3 (THB 19,000 one‑way or THB 38,000 return per term). Parents register individually and payment is made termly.
Fees

Annual tuition at Norwich International School Bangkok ranges from THB 481,500 to THB 720,000 for 2026/27.

Initial Application & One-Time Fees
Application/Testing Fee:
Nursery–Reception: THB 3,000
Years 1–6: THB 5,000
Years 7–13: THB 6,000

Enrolment Fee (non-refundable):
First child THB 150,000
Second THB 100,000
Subsequent child THB 75,000

Deposit: THB 30,000 (refundable)

Annual Tuition Fees (inclusive of additional costs)
Nursery–Reception: THB 481,500 (includes Lunch/snacks THB 31,800 and Field trips THB 2,400)
Years 1–3: THB 575,400 (includes Lunch/snacks THB 33,000 and Field trips THB 2,400)
Years 4–6: THB 615,600 (includes Lunch/snacks THB 34,200 and Field trips THB 2,400)
Years 7–9: THB 653,400 (includes Lunch/snacks THB 36,000 and Field trips THB 2,400)
Years 10–11: THB 666,000 (includes Lunch/snacks THB 37,600 and Field trips THB 2,400)
Years 12–13: THB 720,000 (includes Lunch/snacks THB 37,600 and Field trips THB 2,400)

Discounts & Billing
5% tuition discount for full-year payment by the deadline.

Sibling discounts: 10% for second child, 15% for subsequent

Additional Services & Fees
English Language Support: Standard THB 9,200/term; Intensive THB 16,500/term
Learning Support: Charged per EAP requirements

*Note: Assessment fees (e.g., Cambridge & IBDP exams, CAT tests) apply annually or per subject. Optional Music/Sports Academies, uniforms, and extra-curriculars incur extra costs

Bus Service
Rama 2 Route:
One-way: THB 14,000 per term
Round-trip: THB 28,000 per term

Rama 3 Route:
One-way: THB 19,000 per term
Round-trip: THB 38,000 per term

Payment Methods
Payments accepted in cash, cheque, credit card (2% fee after first payment), or bank transfer.

All fees are due by the invoice date; late fees of THB 150/day apply after the due date.
Academics

Norwich International School Bangkok teaches IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) for Ages 3–5, emphasising play-based learning across prime and specific developmental areas. From Ages 5–11 (Primary), it delivers a broad British curriculum without over-reliance on textbooks, promoting exploration and creativity. In Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9), students follow the Cambridge Checkpoint curriculum in English, Mathematics, Science, and Global Perspectives, with external assessments at Year 9. Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) prepares students for IGCSE exams with compulsory subjects, such as English, Maths, Combined Science, Thai, Mandarin, and Global Perspectives, plus two optional subjects. Finally, in Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13), the school offers the full IB Diploma Programme, covering six subject groups (Languages, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Maths, Arts) alongside core components (EE, TOK, CAS), with additional courses in mindfulness, PE, and PSHE.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school incorporates Social and Emotional Learning through its PSHE (Personal, Social, and Health Education) curriculum, which is delivered weekly in secondary and upper primary classes. SEL is further supported by mindfulness lessons included in the weekly schedule across Early Years and Primary. The school also promotes a strong sense of identity and community, aiming to foster responsible and respectful behaviour. Mindfulness is treated as a standalone subject and is integrated into various stages of the curriculum.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Norwich International School offers a Special Educational Needs (SEN) programme designed to support students with additional learning needs. Support is delivered through Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s specific requirements. The SEN provision is coordinated with homeroom and specialist teachers to ensure curriculum access or adapted learning pathways. The school does not identify itself as a specialist SEN institution, and it does not publicly list the specific types of SEN it is equipped to support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides structured English Language Support (ELS) for students whose first language is not English. From Year 1 onwards, the ELS team supports students in English classes and offers up to three additional English sessions per week if needed. The school also offers English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction to develop both academic and everyday English proficiency.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed through a combination of structured PSHE lessons and regular mindfulness classes across various school levels. In Secondary, students have access to a university and careers counsellor who also supports general wellbeing. There is no mention of a dedicated mental health counsellor or clinical psychologist on staff.

Safeguarding
The school outlines basic safeguarding measures, including a 24/7 security team, mandatory ID cards for all staff and visitors, and CCTV coverage across campus. All teaching staff must pass a criminal background check, and student behaviour policies are formalised through a signed Student Code of Conduct at the start of each academic year. However, the school does not publicly share a full safeguarding or child protection policy document on its website.
Parent Experience

History
Norwich International School Bangkok was founded in 2014 and is privately owned by its board of governors, supported by a Senior Leadership Team of expatriate and local staff. Since opening, the school has expanded both physically and in student numbers, including introducing upper‑year cohorts through external challenges such as the pandemic.

Community
The school hosts cultural events aligned with the Thai calendar, including celebrations for the King's and Queen’s birthdays and Songkran, as well as learning‑focused community events like Summer School and International Day. It also organises an annual Model United Nations conference that brings together over 200 delegates from around Bangkok.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
While there are parent‑involvement opportunities such as Open House, Summer School events, and community gatherings, there is no specific evidence of a structured PTA committee, recurring meetings, or parent-led initiatives being formally listed.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
Norwich International School Bangkok provides education from Early Years to Secondary on a single campus. Early Years provisions begin at age 2–4 in spacious, well-resourced settings. The school offers a British curriculum experience coupled with traditional Thai values culminating in the IGCSE and IBDP qualifications. The curriculum includes a mindfulness program and a deliberate focus on Mandarin. Co-curricular offerings include the Norwich Music Academy and the Norwich Sports Academy.

Academic Facilities
The Secondary Years (11–18) provide Cambridge Lower Secondary (CAIE LS), IGCSE (Years 10–11), and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) (Years 12–13). Mandarin is a focus within the curriculum, and mindfulness is integrated into the learning approach. The school follows a British curriculum framework and emphasizes academic excellence alongside personal development.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After School Activities (ASAs) and Education Outside the Classroom are offered as part of the Norwich experience. Playgroup is available, and co-curricular offerings include the Norwich Music Academy (NMA) and Norwich Sports Academy (NSA).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Norwich International School Bangkok offers a British curriculum culminating in the Cambridge IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. In the secondary years, Years 7–9 follow the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) Checkpoint curriculum for core subjects, with Years 10–11 preparing for IGCSE and Years 12–13 pursuing the IB Diploma Programme. The secondary program includes a deliberate focus on Mandarin, and mindfulness is integrated across the curriculum to support academic and personal development. Thai values shape the school environment within the British framework.

Arts & Creative
Co-curricular offerings include Norwich Music Academy (NMA) and Norwich Sports Academy (NSA). The Diploma Programme provides Arts as a Group 6 option (Art & Design or Music), supporting creative development alongside academics.

Cultural & Language
Mandarin Chinese is a designated language in the IGCSE program, and Thai is taught as a First Language in the IB Diploma Programme. A deliberate Mandarin focus is integrated into the secondary curriculum, alongside Thai values that shape the school's cultural environment.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities are available through After School Activities (ASAs), Education Outside the Classroom, and Playgroup. Mindfulness is integrated into the curriculum with a weekly Mindfulness of Norwich focus and ongoing opportunities across the school week.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Mindfulness is embedded in the Norwich curriculum, with one Mindfulness of Norwich lesson each week taught in English by homeroom teachers, and ongoing practices throughout the week to support well-being. The program emphasizes kindness, gratitude, consciousness, wisdom, and happiness as core outcomes, with Thai teachers leading Thai manners and cultural expectations to reinforce well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Mandarin is taught as a language with a deliberate emphasis in the curriculum. Cambridge Lower Secondary (CAIE LS) is used for Years 7 to 9, followed by IGCSE in Years 10 and 11, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Years 12 and 13. English Language Support (ELS) is available to assist learners with language development. The school offers a British curriculum culminating in IGCSE and IBDP qualifications.
Reputation

Awards
Literacy Tree Flagship School
Recognised for implementing the Literacy Tree curriculum across primary, with status as a model site for other schools adopting this programme.

Accreditations
IB World School
Authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), which is a globally recognised pre-university qualification.

Cambridge International School (CAIE)
Accredited to offer Cambridge curriculum programmes, including IGCSEs and AS/A Levels, administered by Cambridge Assessment International Education.

ISQM (International Schools Quality Mark) – Education Development Trust
A quality assurance accreditation indicating the school meets global standards in leadership, learning, and safeguarding.

Education Development Trust (EDT)
An independent body that inspects and accredits international schools to ensure standards in education delivery.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award
Recognised award framework enabling students to participate in personal development and service activities.

ONESQA (Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment)
The official Thai accreditation body ensures the school complies with national education quality standards.

Department for Education (UK)
Indicates recognition and alignment with British educational standards and practices.

ISAT (International Schools Association of Thailand)
Membership in ISAT reflects compliance with the Thai Ministry of Education's expectations for international schools.

Curiosity Approach Accreditation
Accredited Early Years setting that follows a modern, play-based, and child-led framework based on the Curiosity Approach.
Admissions

Admissions
Book a campus tour or attend an open‑house day
During the visit, you'll meet with the Head of Primary and Early Years and be introduced to the school's curriculum and pastoral care systems.

Submit the application
Completed forms can be sent via email or delivered in person. Required documents include two years of school reports (for Year 1+), passport or birth certificate, house registration, medical report, and parent photos and IDs.

Entrance testing
Diagnostic tests in English and Mathematics are conducted for primary and secondary applicants. Testing also identifies English Language Support (ELS) or Special Educational Needs (SEN) requirements if applicable.

Receive and sign the offer
The admissions team issues a formal offer, providing details such as your child’s homeroom teacher, school house, and starting date. Enrolment is confirmed upon signing the Agreement of Enrolment and paying the required fees.

Scholarships
Norwich offers two academic scholarships: the 10th Anniversary Community Scholarship and the IGCSE Scholarship for Year 10–11 students. Applicants submit a package and essay, then attend an interview and assessment day. For IGCSE Scholarship applicants, eligibility includes predicted or achieved IGCSE grade C or above, application of THB 150,000 per year for tuition (excluding food/extra costs).

Waitlist
The school does not publicly describe a waitlist or enrolment pool system.
School Events
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