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St. Stephen's International School - Khao Yai Campus

Thailand, Nakhon Ratchasima

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 215,000 - 564,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 133
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service Yes
Part of
St. Stephen's International School
Academic offering
Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Thai
Typical class size 12
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

St. Stephen’s International School, Khao Yai, is a co-educational day and boarding school for students aged 2–18, located near the UNESCO-listed Khao Yai National Park, around 150 km from Bangkok. The school follows the British curriculum, starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage, the International Primary Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A Levels. Average class sizes are small, with around 12 students, and boarding accommodates approximately 30% of pupils. Facilities include extensive outdoor learning areas and access to natural surroundings that support the school’s strong emphasis on Outdoor Education. Students also study Thai and Mandarin in addition to English, and benefit from programmes in performing arts, sports, and community service. Its location enables unique environmental and service-based projects that integrate with the curriculum, encouraging engagement with local and global issues. This combination of academics, languages, and outdoor learning creates a distinctive experience for both local and overseas families.

This campus is part of St. Stephen's International School

49, 49/1-3 ม.4, ถ.ธนะรัชน์, ต.หนองน้ำแดง อ.ปากช่อง จ.นครราชสีมา, 30130 Nongnamdaeng Pak Chong Nakhon Ratchasima 30130, Thailand

The Essentials

St. Stephen's International School - Khao Yai Campus has 133 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
St. Stephen’s International School Khao Yai is located in Nong Nam Daeng, Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima, near the entrance to Khao Yai National Park.

Stages
The school is organized into Early Years (Nursery to KG2), Primary (Years 1–6), Secondary (Years 7–11), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13). Each stage follows the British curriculum, with students progressing from EYFS and the International Primary Curriculum to Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels.

Type
It is a co-educational day and boarding school for students aged 2 to 18. Boarding is available from Year 3 onwards, with options for full or weekly boarding.

Additional learning support
The school offers an English Support Programme for students needing additional language development before joining the full curriculum. Lessons are tailored to individual needs, and specialist teachers support students’ progress across subjects.

Country affiliation
The school follows the British curriculum but does not have an official national affiliation.

Religious affiliation
The school follows the British curriculum but does not have an official national affiliation.

School day structure
The school day typically begins in the morning and ends mid-afternoon, with scheduled breaks for snacks and a lunch period. Boarding students follow a structured daily routine that includes study time and extracurricular activities.

Bus service
A school bus service is available for day students, with routes arranged to accommodate those living in nearby towns and residential areas. The service is managed by the school to ensure safety and reliable travel to and from campus.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The Khao Yai campus is a day and boarding school. Boarding is available for students from nursery to age 18, with about 30% of students boarding. The boarding facilities are on the two upper floors of the main school building with separate boys' and girls' dormitories. A Head of Boarding leads the boarding team, and all boarders participate in After School Activities and supervised study, with boarding staff acting as tutors and on-site nurses providing medical and pastoral care. Full-time boarding is offered with weekend flexibility (Friday afternoon–Monday morning) or weekly boarding (Sunday evening–Friday afternoon).

Food Options
The school provides meals for both day and boarding students, offering Western, Thai, and vegetarian main courses with a range of sides, fruit, juice and locally produced milk. Food is prepared on site by dedicated catering staff and dietary requirements can be catered for; menus are published in advance.

House System
There are three Houses: Dragon, Erawan and Garuda. The House colours are red, blue and yellow. Houses participate in events such as Fun Run, Sports Day and Swimming Gala; each House has a House Coordinator, Heads of House and House Captains, and a House Points system tracks achievements.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. Stephen's International School - Khao Yai Campus ranges from THB 215,000 to THB 564,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Enrolment Fees

* Application Fee: THB 5,000 (non-refundable)
* Enrolment Fee: THB 80,000 (Nursery–Year 11) / THB 20,000 (Years 12–13) (non-refundable)
* Deposit for activities: THB 10,000 (non-refundable, for trips/events)
* Refundable Security Deposit: THB 50,000 (refundable with one full term’s written notice)
* Refundable Deposit: THB 30,000

Annual Tuition Fees 2025/2026

* Nursery: THB 215,000
* KG1: THB 274,000
* KG2: THB 283,000
* Year 1–2: THB 392,000
* Year 3–4: THB 497,000
* Year 5–6: THB 511,000
* Year 7–9: THB 520,000
* Year 10–11: THB 534,000
* Year 12–13: THB 564,000

Annual Boarding Fees

* Full Boarding (Years 3–13): THB 360,000
* Weekly Boarding (Years 3–13): THB 309,500

Other Fees

* Meals: THB 28,270–34,000 per year depending on year group
* English Support: THB 90,000 per year (Years 5–9)

Payment Terms

* All fees payable in advance; accepted via bank transfer or approved methods.
* Accident insurance included (up to THB 20,000 per incident).
* Tuition fee refunds handled by the Finance Office.
* Family discounts: 5% (second child), 10% (third), 15% (fourth), for siblings enrolled concurrently.
Academics

St. Stephen's International School - Khao Yai Campus teaches IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
St. Stephen’s International School, Khao Yai, offers the British curriculum from Early Years through to Sixth Form. Children aged 2–5 follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), focusing on key developmental areas through play-based learning. In Primary School (Years 1–6), students follow the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) alongside subjects from the UK National Curriculum. The Secondary years (Years 7–9) continue with Key Stage 3 of the UK curriculum, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSE courses taken in Years 10–11. Sixth Form students (Years 12–13) study Cambridge A Levels, selecting subject combinations that support their future study plans. Throughout all stages, students also study Thai language and culture, Mandarin, and participate in sports, performing arts, and outdoor education.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, the types of needs it can support, or whether it is a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides an Intensive English Support Programme for new students to help develop their English language skills before they join the full curriculum. Lessons are adapted by all teachers to support the rapid development of fluent English across the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding specific mental wellbeing provision, programmes, or dedicated staff roles.

Safeguarding
St. Stephen’s International School (Khao Yai) has a comprehensive safeguarding and child protection policy, which applies to all staff, students, and visitors. The school follows the Thai Child Protection Act 2003 and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, with a zero-tolerance approach to abuse. Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) and Deputy DSLs (including dorm staff) are trained to manage disclosures and concerns, and all staff receive annual child protection training. Procedures cover the identification, recording, and reporting of abuse, on-site security measures, safer recruitment, and student education on personal safety. Boarding students are supervised in secure dorms with clear behavioral expectations and e-safety protocols. The policy also outlines cooperation with external agencies such as Childline Thailand, the Center for the Protection of Children’s Rights Foundation, and ECPAT International for specialist support and intervention.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
St. Stephen’s International School, Khao Yai, was established as Thailand’s first international boarding school. It was created to combine a British-style education with the benefits of a natural setting, taking advantage of its location near Khao Yai National Park. The school is part of the International Schools Network, which also includes its sister campus in Bangkok. Over the years, it has expanded its facilities and programmes to serve both day and boarding students from Thailand and overseas.

Community
The school community includes students, staff, and families from a range of cultural backgrounds. Annual events such as Loy Krathong and Songkran are celebrated alongside international festivals, reflecting the school’s Thai and global connections. Community activities often involve outdoor events, performances, and service projects that make use of the surrounding environment.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Teacher Association at St. Stephen’s Khao Yai provides opportunities for parents to be involved in school life and support community-building activities. It organizes events such as International Day, seasonal fairs, and charity fundraisers. The PTA works closely with staff to coordinate cultural celebrations, assist with sports days, and arrange social gatherings for families. Members also help to welcome new parents and students, ensuring they feel connected to the school. Through its initiatives, the PTA supports both the academic and social life of the school, while raising funds for selected projects and causes.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Khao Yai campus sits on a 51 rai site near the entrance to Khao Yai National Park. It is fully equipped to support learning across academics, arts, sport and boarding. The grounds include a 25-metre swimming pool, a full-size football pitch, a cross-country course, a bouldering wall, three tennis courts and a large gymnasium with two basketball courts and a stage. It houses a self-contained Music Department, science and ICT laboratories, a STEAMER Centre, a Design Technology Workshop, a learning resource centre, spacious art facilities and dedicated classrooms. The campus also offers boarding accommodation, access to an adjacent 9-hole golf course and an outdoor education centre known as The Howling Gibbon Centre.

Sports Facilities
Sport facilities include a 25-metre swimming pool, a full-size football pitch, a cross-country course, a bouldering wall and three tennis courts. The gymnasium has two full-size basketball courts and a stage for performances. There are facilities and spaces to support a range of sports and physical education activities for day and boarding students. The campus has access to an adjacent 9-hole golf course.

Academic Facilities
The campus houses science and ICT laboratories, a self-contained Music Department, and a Design Technology Workshop. It also includes a STEAMER Centre, a Learning Resource Centre, and spacious art facilities. Classrooms are dedicated to age groups and subjects to support focused learning. The campus serves students from nursery to age 18 as a day and boarding school.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Music Department and stage-equipped gym support performing arts and music clubs. The STEAMER Centre and the Design Technology Workshop underpin science, technology, engineering and art related clubs. Spacious art facilities host visual arts activities, exhibitions and related clubs. The Howling Gibbon Centre supports outdoor education programs and visits, extending learning beyond the campus and coordinating with Bangkok and Khao Yai campuses.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The enrichment programme at St. Stephen's Khao Yai spans sports, music, drama, languages, science and robotics. The after‑school activity timetable runs Monday to Thursday from 15:30 to 16:20 for all year groups from Nursery to Year 13, with some activities also offered on Friday for certain groups. Boarding students participate in the after‑school programme from Monday to Thursday. The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is part of the programme, with students designing their own award plans and recording progress in an online record book, and levels including Bronze and Silver.

Arts & Creative
The Performing Arts programme includes an Instrumental Programme with Thai dancing, a wide range of instruments, and opportunities for whole‑school productions. After‑school music lessons run generally from 15:00 to 17:30, with both individual and group options, and learners may pursue Trinity Music Grade Examinations. The school hosts regular Music Assemblies and Talent Shows, and produces plays and musicals ranging from school‑wide productions to secondary student performances, with titles such as Oliver, The Tempest, A Christmas Carol and An Inspector Calls.

Cultural & Language
The enrichment programme includes languages as a core area, alongside sports, music, drama and other activities. Thai and Mandarin languages are taught by specialist teachers, complementing the broader international curriculum context.

Social & Hobbies
The after‑school enrichment programme runs daily for most year groups, and Boarding students participate from Monday to Thursday. Students are encouraged to engage in at least two activities per term, with many choosing more, including social and collaborative activities through clubs and teams. The Houses system and a range of events (including sports and performing arts activities) provide social and competitive opportunities, and students also benefit from trips and informal inter‑school activities.

Community & Service
Community service is embedded in the curriculum and enrichment activities, with each House adopting a long‑term charity to support. Examples include the Downs Syndrome Charity (Dragon House), the Home for Handicapped Animals Foundation (Erawan House) and CUREUsher (Garuda House); activities include annual events such as the Odd Socks Event and a sponsored swim, as well as school visits to the local School for the Blind and joint environmental projects with local partners. Boarding students operate a school shop and participate in service and charity activities that benefit the wider community.

Leadership & Professional
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at Bronze (Year 10+) and Silver (Year 11+), comprising four elements: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey. Participants design their own programme, set goals, and log progress in an online record book, developing leadership, resilience and goal‑setting skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sport is available year‑round with tournaments in basketball, football and volleyball, FOBISIA participation, school sports days and house events such as a Fun Run, Sports Day and Swimming Gala. The enrichment programme provides sport coaching and a broad range of physical activities, and boarders have access to additional activities including early morning swims and gym sessions, with opportunities for off‑site recreation and outdoor education. Remembrance Day is observed as a full‑school event each year.
Languages

Language Provision
Thai, English and Mandarin are languages in which students develop effective communication skills. Thai language and culture are emphasized as part of learning.
Reputation

Awards
There are no awards granted to the school itself listed on the official site over the past five years.

Accreditations
* Cambridge Assessment International Education – Authorized to deliver Cambridge IGCSE and A Level examinations, which are widely recognized by universities and employers internationally.
* Thai Ministry of Education – Licensed to operate as a school in Thailand, meeting national education requirements.
* AUA (Association of University Administrators, Thailand) – Involvement in collaborative educational initiatives within Thailand.
* ISAT (International Schools Association of Thailand) – Membership in an organization representing and supporting international schools across Thailand.
* FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia) – Membership in a network of British international schools that collaborate in academics, sports, and cultural exchanges.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the application form and required documents – Parents must complete the school’s application form and provide copies of the student’s birth certificate, passport, previous school reports, and any relevant medical or learning support documentation. An application fee of THB 5,000 (non-refundable) is payable at this stage.
2. Entrance assessment and/or interview – Depending on the student’s age, the admissions team may arrange for placement assessments in core subjects and/or an interview with the headteacher or relevant staff to determine readiness and placement. English proficiency may be assessed for applicants whose first language is not English.
3. Offer of place and acceptance – If the application is successful, the school will issue a formal offer letter. Parents confirm acceptance by paying the non-refundable enrolment fee (THB 80,000 for Nursery–Year 11 or THB 20,000 for Years 12–13), the refundable security deposit, and other applicable fees.
4. Orientation and start date – Before the first day, students and parents are invited to attend an orientation session to meet teachers, tour the campus, and receive timetables and uniform requirements.

Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students entering Years 12 and 13 and are awarded based on IGCSE examination results. Awards range from 5% to 40% of tuition fees, applied over the two-year A Level programme. The exact percentage awarded depends on the student’s academic performance in the IGCSE exams.

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