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St. Andrews International School Dusit

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 269,000 - 593,000
Ages 2 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 350
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service Yes
Part of
St Andrews International
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum
Taught languages French, Mandarin, Spanish, Thai
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

St. Andrews International School Dusit, located near Chitralada Palace in Bangkok, was founded in 2010. It serves children aged 2 to 11 and follows the English National Curriculum. The school offers a structured program beginning with play-based learning in Early Years, and moves into core academic subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science in the Primary years. Students also study Computing, Music, Physical Education, Languages, and Personal, Social, and Health Education. The campus includes general classrooms along with dedicated rooms for music, science, art, and STEAM activities. Other facilities include a library, sensory room, rooftop garden, health centre, indoor and outdoor play areas, two swimming pools (including a 25-meter pool), and a covered sports court.

This campus is part of St Andrews International

253/1 Sawankhalok Road, Dusit, Bangkok 10300, Thailand

The Essentials

St. Andrews International School Dusit has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
St. Andrews Dusit is located at 253/1 Sawankhalok Road, in the Dusit district of central Bangkok. The school is situated in a quiet residential area near the Chitralada Royal Palace and is surrounded by government buildings and traditional neighborhoods. While the area is not directly connected to the BTS Skytrain or MRT systems, it is accessible by car, taxi, and local bus routes. Traffic in this part of Bangkok can be congested during peak hours, and many families arrange private transport or use the school’s bus service.

Stages
The school covers Early Years and Primary education only.

Type
St. Andrews Dusit is a co-educational day school with no boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
The school offers English as an Additional Language (EAL) support tailored to students' needs with one-on-one or small‑group sessions and in-class scaffolding. Speech and Language Therapy is also available via a qualified therapist for speech, language, and communication challenges.

Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any country.

Religious affiliation
The school is secular and not affiliated with any religion.

School day structure
Nursery half Days – 7:50am -12pm
Nursery full days – 7:50am – 2:30pm
Kindergarten to Year 6 – 7:50am- 2:30pm / 3:45pm Extra Curricular Activities (ECAs)

Bus service
The school does offer a bus service.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires a uniform from Nursery to Year 6. Early Years wear a Dusit stripe design dress or shirt; Primary wear a Dusit stripe shirt with a dark blue knee-length skirt or shorts; a PE kit; a House Shirt; sports shoes; a SunSmart hat; and SunSmart swimwear. The Uniform Shop is open Monday–Friday 7:30–8:30am, and there is an Online Uniform Shop available 8:00am–4:00pm (booking via LINE).

Food Options
Food is provided by an on-site catering provider. Meals are prepared daily in an on-site kitchen and served in an air‑conditioned, AQI‑monitored dining hall for Kindergarten–Year 6; Nursery lunch is served in class. The menu includes two Asian dishes, two Western dishes, an egg-based dish, rice, two vegetarian dishes, a noodle station, a sandwich bar, a salad bar and vegan options, with allergy-conscious adaptations and an on-site nutritionist.

House System
There are four Houses; all students are members of a house. The aims include promoting personal development, teamwork, a sense of community and belonging, a reward system, inter-year friendships, healthy competition, leadership skills, and alignment with the IB learner profiles.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of Cognita, within the Cognita Family of international schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. Andrews International School Dusit ranges from THB 269,000 to THB 593,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee of 5,000 THB per child is required at the time of application.

Entrance Fee (One-Time Payment Upon Enrolment)
There are two options for this fee:

Enrolment Fee (One-Time Lump Sum):

Nursery to Year 6: 120,000 THB per child
Family Rate: 180,000 THB per family

Capital Levy (for short-term enrollees):

Nursery to Year 6: 20,000 THB per child per term, payable for 7 consecutive terms

Note: Both enrolment options are non-refundable.

Tuition Fees (Per Year and Per Term)

Nursery (3 half days):
Annual: 269,000 THB
Term 1: 112,000 THB
Term 2: 90,000 THB
Term 3: 67,000 THB

Nursery (5 half days):
Annual: 336,000 THB
Term 1: 140,000 THB
Term 2: 112,000 THB
Term 3: 84,000 THB

Nursery (5 full days):
Annual: 448,000 THB
Term 1: 187,000 THB
Term 2: 149,000 THB
Term 3: 112,000 THB

Kindergarten:
Annual: 506,000 THB
Term 1: 211,000 THB
Term 2: 169,000 THB
Term 3: 126,000 THB

Reception:
Annual: 561,000 THB
Term 1: 234,000 THB
Term 2: 187,000 THB
Term 3: 140,000 THB

Year 1–2:
Annual: 582,000 THB
Term 1: 243,000 THB
Term 2: 194,000 THB
Term 3: 145,000 THB

Year 3–6:
Annual: 593,000 THB
Term 1: 247,000 THB
Term 2: 198,000 THB
Term 3: 148,000 THB

General Deposit
10,000 THB refundable upon withdrawal if no damages or outstanding balances exist.

Morning EAL (English as Another Language) Fee
Applicable to students requiring additional English support:

Annual: 78,000 THB
Term 1: 32,500 THB
Term 2: 26,000 THB
Term 3: 19,500 THB

Learning Support
Charged based on assessed needs and agreed support level (no fixed fee listed).

Canteen (Lunch and Snack) Fee
Annual: 26,000 THB
Term 1: 10,900 THB
Term 2: 8,400 THB
Term 3: 6,700 THB

Transportation Fee (Optional)

Zone A (Pradipat / Soi Aree):
Annual: 56,700 THB
Term 1: 23,500 THB
Term 2: 18,500 THB
Term 3: 14,700 THB

Zone B (UN, Ratchadamnoen Klang, Yeak Bangphlat):
Annual: 64,600 THB
Term 1: 27,000 THB
Term 2: 21,000 THB
Term 3: 16,600 THB

Zone C (Ratchaphruek):
Annual: 100,800 THB
Term 1: 42,000 THB
Term 2: 32,500 THB
Term 3: 26,300 THB

Note: One-way transportation is billed at 75% of the listed term fee.

Payment Methods
Cashier’s cheque (payable to St. Andrews International School Dusit)
Credit card (2% bank charge applies)
ATM / Online Banking:
Bank Counter (cash only)
Wire Transfer

Refund Policy
Full refund for a term: if the child withdraws before the term begins

Half-term refund: if the child withdraws before mid-term break

No refund: if withdrawal occurs after mid-term

Late Payment Penalty
Interest of 1.25% per month on any outstanding balance until fully paid.
Academics

St. Andrews International School Dusit teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum for students aged 2 to 11.

Curriculum
Dusit follows the British National Curriculum, adapted for a younger, international context. In Early Years (Nursery and Reception), learning is child-centred and play-based under the UK EYFS framework, with daily lessons in English, Maths, Physical Education, Music, Thai, and Mandarin. Communication and language development are built through rich interactions, storytelling, and role play designed to improve vocabulary and confidence. Development in personal, social and emotional domains (PSED), physical growth, literacy, numeracy, and exploration of the world are the foundations of the programme.

As students move into Primary (Years 1–6), they continue along the British Curriculum Key Stages 1–2. Core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Computing, and Languages are delivered through themes and inquiry-based activities. The programme is designed to accommodate different learning styles, remain responsive to individual needs, and encourage critical thinking and creativity. Ongoing teacher assessments ensure that learning is tailored and consistent progression is tracked.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school integrates social and emotional learning into daily school life through a combination of curriculum and structured welfare systems. The school follows the JIGSAW PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) programme, which helps students build emotional literacy, self-confidence, and interpersonal skills. These lessons are taught regularly in class and tailored to support children’s developmental stages.

In addition, the school maintains a structured approach to student welfare. A Designated Safeguarding and Welfare Lead (DSL) oversees wellbeing and pastoral provision across the campus. The school promotes student voice initiatives and mentorship opportunities to help children feel heard and supported. This combined approach ensures that social and emotional development is embedded into both academic and wider school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
SEN Support Structure:
Dusit provides individualized SEN support through its Learning Support programme, which is built on the UK’s inclusive education principles. The school uses an Assess–Plan–Do–Review model to create Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students who need accommodations or interventions.

Delivery Model:
SEN services include in-class support, small group sessions, or one-to-one intervention, depending on the child’s assessed needs. There is also collaboration with external therapists for occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and educational psychology, as needed.

Staffing & Training:
SEN provision is coordinated by a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) and delivered by specialist teachers with training in inclusive education.

Limitations:
The school evaluates each case during the admissions process to ensure it can meet the student’s needs appropriately.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does offer EAL.

Mental Wellbeing
The school embeds mental health awareness into daily life via its whole-school well‑being approach. This includes embedding well‑being into the curriculum and routines, encouraging emotional self-awareness and resilience, and using Cognita’s “Be Well” charter initiatives like Global Be Well Day.

Teachers also receive mental health awareness training to support students, with an open-door policy for staff–student communication and early detection of anxiety, stress, or other emotional issues. Parents are involved through the school’s community ethos and wellness initiatives.

Safeguarding
St. Andrews International School Dusit defines safeguarding as protecting children from harm, ensuring their healthy development, and taking appropriate action to support their well-being. The school expects all staff to understand the types of abuse, recognize potential risks, and respond when concerns arise. Students are encouraged to express themselves and are taught how to recognize unsafe situations, manage risk, and seek help when needed. These responsibilities apply to everyone in the school community.

To support this, the school conducts background checks on all staff and provides ongoing safeguarding training, including for external providers. A designated safeguarding lead coordinates the school’s approach, and external specialists may be involved when necessary. Students take part in a structured personal and social education programme, and regular surveys are used to gather student feedback about their experiences. Safeguarding practices are reviewed annually through independent audits to ensure procedures are followed and any concerns are addressed.
Parent Experience

History
St. Andrews International School Dusit was established in 2010 to serve younger students in central Bangkok, starting with just five children in a single building near Chitralada Palace. The school was created as a response to the growing demand for high-quality, British-style early years and primary education in a central urban setting. Over time, it expanded to include new facilities such as a Key Stage 2 building, swimming pool, and specialist rooms. In 2016, Dusit became part of the Cognita Schools Group, an international network of schools, which introduced independent safeguarding reviews and educational audits. Today, the campus serves approximately 340 students across Nursery to Year 6 and continues to operate with a focus on small class sizes and inclusive education.

Community
Dusit supports a small community of Thai and expatriate families working closely through volunteer activity, fundraising, and event organisation. The school collaborates with local charities such as Rajvithi Girls School and Solar Buddy to give students practical community involvement.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Dusit does have a Parent Teacher Group. The PTG meets regularly and provides informal venues for parents to connect, such as a parent-run café. It organizes social events, supports fundraising efforts, welcomes new families, and hosts discussion sessions with staff and leadership. There is also an annual “Voice of the Parent” survey to gather feedback and guide improvement. The school maintains an open‑door policy for parent communication with staff and leadership.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has large sports halls: a Large Sports Hall and an Early Years Specialist Hall, both air conditioned and AQI monitored. There are two swimming pools: a large 25m pool and an Early Years pool. Outdoor areas include a sports field, Early Years and Primary playgrounds, and a rooftop garden. Specialist rooms include a cooking room, a sensory room, a health centre with an on-site nurse, and a school library with 8,000 books. Arts and languages spaces include specialist language classrooms, a dance studio, a specialist music studio, and three music practice rooms. Classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and 20 classrooms with iPads and laptops.

Sports Facilities
The school has a Large Sports Hall and an Early Years Specialist Hall, both air conditioned and AQI monitored. It features a Large 25m Swimming Pool and an Early Years Swimming Pool. An outdoor Sports Field is available for activities, along with an Early Years Playground and a Primary Playground, plus a Rooftop Garden.

Academic Facilities
There are 20 classrooms, each equipped with interactive whiteboards and iPads or laptops. The School Library houses 8,000 books. The campus includes Specialist Language Classrooms, a Dance Studio, a Specialist Music Studio, and three Music Practice Rooms. The Cooking Room and the Sensory Room support hands-on learning, and the Health Centre provides on-site nurse support.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Dusit extra-curricular program offers over 50 activities for students aged 4 and up. Weekly activities include Swimming, Tennis, Drone Club, Cooking, Arts Club, French, Calligraphy, Chess Club, Muay Thai, Mandarin, Taekwondo, Football, Thai Language and Culture, Dance, and Debate Club. Termly, the program includes 17+ sports activities, 10+ academic activities, 15+ craft and technology activities, and 10+ music and arts activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
St. Andrews Dusit is a small British international school in Bangkok, located just outside the grounds of the Chitralada Palace. The school is co-educational and inclusive for up to 400 Thai and expatriate children aged two to 11.
Languages

Language Provision
St. Andrews Dusit is a British curriculum international school in Bangkok for children aged 2 to 11. The English Curriculum is tailored to the Thai context, weaving local culture with a global mindset. Primary includes English, Maths, Science, Topic, Computing, Arts & Languages, PE and PSHE; Early Years covers Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Physical Development, Communication and Language, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design. The school uses GL Assessments to benchmark progress against UK standards, with a high proportion of students at/above the expected level in core subjects. The school is part of the Cognita family and enrolls up to 400 students (current roll around 340) across 15 classes.
Reputation

Awards
The school does not have publicly available information on their awards.

Accreditations
Education Development Trust (EDT)
Gold-level accreditation under the International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM)

CfBT Education Trust
Previously received Silver-level accreditation (2015)

Thailand Ministry of Education
Licensed as an international school

ONESQA (Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment)
National accreditation body in Thailand

Part of Cognita Schools Group, which mandates annual safeguarding audits and quality assurance evaluations
Admissions

Admissions
Submit an online application form
Complete the parent statement, upload supporting documents (passport, visa, birth certificate, school reports from the past two years, and any specialist assessments), and submit with the application fee of 4,000 THB per child. Applications may be emailed if hard‑copy documents follow by mail or in person.

School assessment or placement review
The admissions team will review documents and may arrange informal assessments or interviews as needed.

Receive a formal letter of offer
If a place is available, the school will issue an offer to parents.

Pay entrance fee and confirm acceptance
Upon receiving the offer, parents must pay the entrance fee within the specified timeline, sign the agreements, and formally accept the offer.

Invoice and payment of tuition fees
The school issues a tuition and fee invoice before the term starts. Parents must pay all fees by the start-of-year deadline.

Scholarships
The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.

Waitlist
The school does have a waitlist. If no places are available during your preferred entry time, your child’s name will be placed on a waitlist. The Admissions Office will notify you as soon as a vacancy arises.
School Events
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