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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
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.

This campus is part of Ruamrudee International School

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

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.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is available on campus at Seelos Residence, RIS Swiss Section's on-campus boarding facility. It provides daily academic support in the study hall and weekly tutoring sessions in math and science. Residents participate in RIS activities and weekend outings in Bangkok. The staff emphasize personal growth, collaboration, and social responsibility, and English communication is encouraged.

Food Options
There is an on-site canteen and coffee shops on campus.

Governance and Ownership
RIS Swiss Section is governed by the Swiss Educational Association (SEA), a not-for-profit trusteeship founded in 1962 for RIS Swiss Section-Deutschsprachige Schule Bangkok. At the Annual General Meeting (AGM), SEA's members elect the seven-member school board, with the president, vice president, and treasurer required to be Swiss nationals. The board holds regular meetings with school management, teacher representatives, and Embassy representatives to define strategy, discuss current affairs, and explore new opportunities. Additionally, board committees for strategy, human resources, finance, and infrastructure provide strategic guidance to the school.
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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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding dedicated Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programmes or staff-led initiatives on its website.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
RIS Swiss Section provides structured support for students with additional needs. In early childhood, the school offers developmental support in motor, speech, perception, and social skills, including access to psychomotor learning groups. Students in Grades 7–10 can attend HaLe (Homework and Learning Support), a weekly 90-minute programme that reinforces classroom learning and builds study skills. The school also provides German as a Foreign Language (DaF) support and can arrange private tutoring in specific subjects. These measures show that RIS Swiss Section offers targeted support but it is not a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL (English as an Additional Language) support programmes on its website.

Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental well-being programmes, counselling services, or related staff provisions on its website.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose detailed safeguarding or child protection policies on its public website.
Parent Experience

History
RIS Swiss Section – Deutschsprachige Schule Bangkok was founded in 1963 by a Swiss teaching couple to serve the children of Swiss expatriates in Thailand. In 1983, the school became part of the larger Ruamrudee International School community, gaining access to additional facilities while retaining its independent governance. The campus moved to its current location in Minburi in 1991, offering more space for expansion. In 1993, the high school program was introduced with official approval from the Canton of Lucerne, and in 2011, an English-language track was added to strengthen bilingual education.

Community
The school brings together a community of around 310 students from over 30 nationalities, with German and Swiss cultural traditions at its heart. Annual celebrations such as the Sponsoring Run, cultural trips, and anniversary events, including the 60th anniversary in 2023, reflect the school’s focus on collaboration and shared values. The community regularly supports charitable initiatives, such as long-term contributions to the Sri Sangwan School in Khon Kaen.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA at RIS Swiss Section is active in organising events that connect families and strengthen school spirit. Activities include family gatherings, cultural celebrations, and support for school festivals and concerts. The PTA also assists with fundraising initiatives, such as those that contribute to the school’s longstanding partnership with the Sri Sangwan School. Members often help coordinate logistics during school events, ensuring smooth participation from both parents and students. The PTA serves as a bridge between families and school staff, fostering dialogue and collaboration. Through its activities, it plays a central role in maintaining the school’s family-like atmosphere.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
RIS Swiss Section is located on the secure, green campus of Ruamrudee International School in Bangkok. The campus hosts extensive facilities for sports, arts, and academics, including five football pitches (one full-sized artificial turf, plus divisible 7-a-side and 11-a-side grass pitches), two outdoor tennis courts, a 25-meter saltwater pool and a 50-meter Olympic pool, two indoor squash courts, two multifunction sports halls, and outdoor multi-purpose spaces. It also features a 300-seat Performing Arts Auditorium, four libraries (one German, three English), a canteen, two coffee shops, a clinic, and a boarding facility. The address is 6/1 Ramkhamhaeng 184 Road, Bangkok 10510.

Sports Facilities
The sports facilities include five football pitches (full-sized artificial turf that can be split into two 7-a-side pitches, an 11-a-side grass pitch, and a dedicated 7-a-side grass pitch), two outdoor tennis courts, a 25-meter saltwater pool, a 50-meter Olympic-size pool, two indoor squash courts, and two multifunction sports halls. Additional outdoor multi-purpose sports halls and a softball/rugby pitch support a wide range of team sports. The facilities support year-round sports programs and competitive events.

Academic Facilities
RIS Swiss Section offers Swiss and German curricula for Nursery through Grade 12, with a holistic curriculum that emphasizes multilingualism and international perspectives. The school provides German and English as core languages, with additional language offerings such as Thai, French, and Spanish. The curriculum includes the Swiss bilingual German-English Matura for graduation, and the school has historic milestones such as the first German Mittlere Reife and Realschulabschluss; it was the first Swiss Government approved school in Thailand. Eighty percent of teachers come from German-speaking countries.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extended Day Program offers comprehensive, individualized support and access to creative and performing arts, language learning, robotics, and more. The athletics program features around 60 sports teams, with participation in BISAC and SEASAC championships and the host of BISAC/SEASAC events. Swimming is a year-round program with professional coaching and skill development. RIS Swiss Section also hosts the BVB International Academy – Thailand, a football partnership with Borussia Dortmund that brings dedicated coaching and development opportunities to students.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
RIS Swiss Section offers a Swiss and German national education system from Pre-Kindergarten/Nursery through Grade 12, aligned with Swiss and German government standards. The program emphasizes academic standards and individualized support.

Arts & Creative
The school provides a suite of performing and visual arts opportunities as part of a holistic education, including a 300-seat Performing Arts Center and multiple libraries and art spaces.

Cultural & Language
German serves as the primary classroom language; English and Thai are introduced from Kindergarten, with French added in Grade 6 and Spanish offered in Grades 11–12.

Social & Hobbies
The school supports a multilingual, multicultural community with diverse student activities and clubs.

Community & Service
The community emphasizes global citizenship and values consistent with Swiss and German educational traditions, fostering collaboration and cultural exchange.

Leadership & Professional
The curriculum includes pathways and guidance toward higher education, including university access in German-speaking countries and beyond.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Facilities support physical and mental well-being, with extensive sports and wellness resources as part of daily school life.
Languages

Language Provision
The school provides Swiss and German curricula with German as the core language of instruction and an English-language section established in 2011. Languages taught include German, English, Thai, French, and Spanish. The school serves Nursery through Grade 12.

Bilingual Teaching
The school operates German-speaking education alongside an English-language section that opened in 2011, serving different language communities within the same institution.
Reputation

Awards
60th Anniversary Recognition (2023): In 2023, the school was formally honoured for its 60 years of service in education, with celebrations involving students, staff, families, and dignitaries. This marked its longstanding contribution as a Swiss and German international school in Bangkok.

Accreditations
Federal Department of Home Affairs / Federal Office of Culture (Switzerland): Provides official recognition and oversight of the school as part of the Swiss education system abroad.

Educationsuisse: The umbrella organisation for Swiss schools abroad, supporting governance, curriculum standards, and links to Switzerland.

Sponsor Canton of Lucerne: Acts as the school’s sponsoring Swiss canton, providing educational guidance and formal backing.

Embassy of Switzerland in Bangkok: Supports the school within Thailand and strengthens links to the Swiss government.

Central Agency for German Schools Abroad (ZfA): Supervises and supports German international schools worldwide, ensuring compliance with German education standards.

Federation-Länder Commission for Schools Abroad (BLASchA) / Conference of the Culture Ministers (KMK): Accredits the German curriculum and qualifications offered at the school.

Embassy of Germany in Bangkok: Represents German government support and maintains ties between the school and German authorities.

International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT): Membership provides collaboration and advocacy within Thailand’s international school community.

Ruamrudee International School (RIS): The Swiss Section operates as part of the larger Ruamrudee International School campus in Minburi, Bangkok.
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.
School Events
The school has not added events
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