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Ruamrudee International School Swiss Section

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, German
Fees THB 350,000 - 710,000
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1963
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
Ruamrudee International School
Academic offering
Curriculum German Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, German, Spanish, Thai
Typical class size 6
Strengths Sport, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Preschool
Introduction

Ruamrudee International School Swiss Section (RIS Swiss Section) in Bangkok offers a combined Swiss and German curriculum from around 18 months to Grade 12. Located in Minburi on a leafy, secure campus approximately 14 km from Suvarnabhumi Airport, the school serves about 310 students from over 30 nationalities. Classes are small, encouraging personal attention, and instruction is bilingual in German and English, with additional subjects in Thai, French, and Spanish. The school provides boarding options for Grades 7–12 at the on‑campus Seelos Residence, and offers door-to-door bus service via Montri Transport. Tuition ranges from THB 175,000 to 355,000 per semester depending on year level. Students benefit from extensive facilities—football pitches, sports halls, libraries, clinic, canteen, and more—as well as specialized programs like the BVB International Football Academy. RIS Swiss Section is recognized by both Swiss and German authorities and offers the bilingual Swiss Matura diploma.

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This campus is part of Ruamrudee International School

6/1 Ramkhamhaeng 184 Road, Bangkok 10510, Thailand.

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The Essentials

Ruamrudee International School Swiss Section has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English, German.

Location
RIS Swiss Section is located in Minburi, a residential district in eastern Bangkok. The campus is about 14 km from Suvarnabhumi International Airport and 22 km from the Sukhumvit area, making it accessible for international families. It shares a secure, green campus with Ruamrudee International School, surrounded by gated communities and close to major road connections.

Stages
The school provides education from Nursery (from around 18 months old) through Grade 12. It is structured into three sections: Pre-School, Primary, and Secondary, with the Secondary section leading up to the bilingual Swiss Matura diploma.

Type
RIS Swiss Section is a private, co-educational day school with boarding available for Grades 7–12 in the on-campus Seelos Residence. Class sizes are small to allow individual attention.

Additional learning support
RIS Swiss Section offers structured additional learning support for students with varying needs. In the early years, children can access targeted help in areas such as motor skills, speech, perception, and social development, including participation in psychomotor learning groups. For students with limited German proficiency, the school runs a dedicated German as a Foreign Language (DaF) programme to build language confidence. In Grades 7–10, the HaLe (Homework and Learning Support) programme provides a weekly 90-minute session to reinforce classroom learning, strengthen study skills, and assist with assignments. These sessions are arranged following teacher recommendations and require parental approval. Beyond this, private tutoring can be organized in specific subjects to support individual learning goals. This combination of early intervention, language support, structured learning sessions, and tailored tutoring ensures that students who need extra help are given targeted assistance within the school framework.

Country affiliation
The school is officially recognized and subsidized by both Switzerland and Germany.

Religious affiliation
The school does not have a religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school does not publicly provide information about exact start and end times or the structure of the school day.

Bus service
A bus service is provided in partnership with Montri Transport Corporation. Students are transported in air-conditioned vans with door-to-door service. Morning pick-ups occur between 6:00–7:00 am, and return trips are offered in the afternoon at around 14:35 and 16:15 Monday–Thursday, and at 14:35 on Fridays. The cost begins at THB 42,000 per semester, depending on distance.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Ruamrudee International School Swiss Section ranges from THB 350,000 to THB 710,000 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees
A one-time entrance fee of THB 165,000 is required for new students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. For Nursery, the fee is THB 50,000, which is later credited when the child moves to Kindergarten. Families must also contribute either a refundable Campus Development Fund of THB 200,000 (returned upon withdrawal or graduation) or pay a non-refundable Registration Fee of THB 20,000 per semester. An annual Membership Fee of THB 10,000 per family is also required.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Swiss/German Curriculum Stream
Nursery / KG1: THB 350,000
KG2 – KG3: THB 360,000
Grades 1 – 2: THB 470,000
Grades 3 – 6: THB 530,000
Grades 7 – 10: THB 670,000
Grades 11 – 12: THB 710,000

Tuition is billed by semester, with two equal installments per academic year. A deposit of THB 50,000 is required if registering more than 60 days before the start date; this is credited toward tuition.

Additional Fees
Lunch for Nursery to Grade 1 costs approximately THB 8,000–10,000 per semester. Uniforms, extracurricular activities, and special programmes are charged separately.

Transportation Fees
A door-to-door bus service is provided by Montri Transport Corporation. Fees start at THB 42,000 per semester, depending on distance. Pick-ups are scheduled between 6:00–7:00 am, and return trips are available in the afternoon.

Boarding Fees
Boarding is available for Grades 7–12 at the on-campus Seelos Residence, though fees are not publicly specified.

Refund Policy
The Campus Development Fund is refundable upon withdrawal or graduation. Entrance, tuition, registration, and membership fees are non-refundable.

Payment Options
Payments are accepted by bank transfer. Credit card payments are not publicly specified.
Academics

Ruamrudee International School Swiss Section teaches German Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
The curriculum at RIS Swiss Section follows both the Swiss and German education systems, providing a bilingual pathway in German and English. In the early years, the focus is on play-based learning, language acquisition, and social development, with children introduced to both German and English instruction. Primary school builds a foundation across core subjects, while also including Thai, French, and Spanish as additional languages. In Secondary school, students continue to study through a bilingual framework and are prepared for internationally recognized qualifications. The program culminates in the Bilingual Swiss Matura, which is accepted by universities worldwide and grants direct access to higher education in Switzerland, Germany, and Austria. This structure ensures continuity from early childhood through Grade 12, with a strong emphasis on multilingual and multicultural learning.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Families begin by submitting an online application through the school’s OpenApply platform. Alongside the application form, parents must upload the child’s academic transcripts from the previous two years, which can be submitted in either German or English. Additional documents, such as copies of passports, visas, or Thai ID and household registration, are also required depending on the family’s nationality.

2. For students applying to Grade 4 and above, a German language assessment is conducted. The school uses CEFR guidelines to determine the appropriate level: Grade 4 (A1), Grade 5 (A2), Grade 6 (B1), and Grade 9 (B2). No German requirement applies up to Grade 3, although early exposure is recommended for a smooth transition.

3. Applicants may be invited to attend an interview, either on campus or virtually. This is more common for students without German proficiency or where additional clarification is needed regarding grade placement. The interview allows the school to better understand the student’s background and readiness.

4. Once the student is accepted, families must pay the required fees to confirm enrolment. This includes the entrance fee, campus development fund (or registration fee), membership fee, and tuition invoice. A deposit of THB 50,000 may apply if registration occurs more than 60 days before the start date, which is later credited toward tuition.

5. Parents must submit a completed medical examination form for their child and sign the required policy agreements. These include consent to the values programme, dress code, insurance, tuition policies, enrolment agreement, and photo usage.

6. Once all documents and fees are received, the school issues an official acceptance letter. Families are invited for a campus tour or orientation session to familiarise themselves with the facilities and meet staff before the start of term.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding scholarships or financial aid programmes on its website.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose the operation of a waitlist or pool system.
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