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The International School of Asia - Koh Lanta

Thailand, Ko Lanta

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Thai
Fees THB 181,960 - 267,330
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 120
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), American Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Thai, Mandarin
Typical class size 16
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The International School of Asia, Koh Lanta serves students aged 2 to 18. For Pre-K through Kindergarten 3, our Early Years Program integrates the U.S. Common Core, the English National Curriculum (UK), The Creative Curriculum, and Montessori principles. For Grades 1 to 12, we provide a dual academic framework combining U.S. Common Core and UK standards, delivered in English with supportive Thai language classes. Located at 251 Moo 5, Sala Dan on southern Thailand’s Koh Lanta, it is the island’s only international school licensed by Thailand’s Ministry of Education.

251, Moo 5 Sala Dan, Ko Lanta District, Krabi 81150

The Essentials

The International School of Asia - Koh Lanta has 120 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English, Thai.

Location
The International School of Asia, Koh Lanta is situated in Sala Dan on Koh Lanta Island, Krabi Province. The school lies within easy reach of local transport routes and the island’s main communities, making daily arrival and family access straightforward.

Stages
ISA offers a continuous education from Preschool (Pre-K through Kindergarten 3) to Grade 12, serving children roughly between the ages of 2 and 18

Type
ISA operates as a co‑educational day school.

Additional learning support
The school does not publicly disclose any specific support structures or resources for students with additional learning needs or SEN.

Country affiliation
ISA is not affiliated with any particular country.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day runs from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a morning flag ceremony, lessons, a lunch break from 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM, and optional after-school activities from 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM on Monday to Wednesday.

Bus service
The School Bus Service is available.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are part of ISA Koh Lanta's attire. Early Years uniforms include a skirt and shirt with the school logo and a bow tie; Early Years boys wear shorts and a shirt with the school logo; Elementary and Middle School uniforms include skirts or shorts with a logo shirt and a bow tie. A separate PE uniform is available. Prices for uniform items are published on the Uniforms page.

Food Options
ISA Kitchen prepares fresh, balanced meals daily with a Western and Asian menu. Meals adhere to hygiene standards and use high-quality organic ingredients whenever available.

Governance and Ownership
The School Director leads the school. The School License Holder is Saengfa Sugaoi. Governance emphasizes participatory management and systematic operations. The school is licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education and is fully accredited as an international school. The school maintains a sister school partnership with Shinjo Higashi High School in Japan.
Fees

Annual tuition at The International School of Asia - Koh Lanta ranges from THB 181,960 to THB 267,330 for 2026/27.

One-time Payment
Registration Fee: THB 9,600

Enrollment Fee: THB 19,000

Annual Tuition Fees
Early Years ( Pre-K to Kindergarten 3 ): THB 181,960
Grades 1–2: THB 209,000
Grades 3–4: THB 220,330
Grades 5–6: THB 238,700
Grades 7–8: THB 256,200
Grades 9–12: THB 267,330

Additional Grade 12 fees
Pre-Graduation Exam : THB 12,000 (Optional)
Graduation Fee: THB 10,000

Sibling Discounts
First sibling: 5% discount
Second (and any additional) sibling: 10% discount on tuition

Payment Methods
You may pay in cash at the school office or via bank transfer
Academics

The International School of Asia - Koh Lanta teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), American Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The International School of Asia, Koh Lanta serves students aged 2 to 18. For Pre-K through Kindergarten 3, our Early Years Program integrates the U.S. Common Core, the English National Curriculum (UK), The Creative Curriculum, and Montessori principles. For Grades 1 to 12, we provide a dual academic framework combining U.S. Common Core and UK standards, delivered in English with supportive Thai language classes.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Teachers build caring relationships with students and adapt the curriculum to meet their social and emotional needs, fostering a responsive learning environment. The school’s mission also emphasises emotional and psychological well‑being as fundamental to students’ development. No specific staff roles or structured SEL programs are publicly detailed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding how it supports students with special educational needs or whether it is a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding how it supports students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) requirements.

Mental Wellbeing
The school states that emotional and psychological well‑being are part of its mission and school culture, indicating these are considered in daily student life. No specific mental health staff members, counselling services, or formal programmes are outlined on the site.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding its safeguarding or child protection provisions and policies.
Parent Experience

History
The school does not publicly provide details about its founding date, ownership, or how it began. It does note a formal sister‑school partnership with Shinjo Higashi High School in Japan, which may reflect a collaborative aspect of its international relationships.

Community
The International School of Asia, Koh Lanta shares aspects of its community life through events and activities featured on its social media. Examples include cultural celebrations such as the Songkran Festival (Thai New Year) and themed occasions like Waffle Day, where students prepare and decorate waffles together. Physical education and class activities often highlight teamwork and collaboration among students.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school does not mention any Parent Teacher Association, related groups, or parent-organized events on its website.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school provides Early Years (Pre-Kindergarten - Kindergarten 3) for ages 2-5. Elementary (Grade 1-6) serves ages 6-11. High School (Grade 7-12) serves ages 12-18. The curriculum combines U.S. Common Core Standards with the English National Curriculum. The Early Years program is guided by a play-based, child-centered philosophy.

Academic Facilities
The school uses U.S. Common Core Standards and the English National Curriculum across its programs. In Elementary, the approach emphasizes inquiry-based learning and encourages exploration and critical thinking. In High School, the curriculum is designed to prepare students for higher education and life beyond school.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school runs a range of after-school activities. The clubs include Science Club, Arts and Crafts, Chess Club, Board Games, Singing & Dancing, and Sports Club.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The International School of Asia, Koh Lanta is licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education and is a fully accredited international school. Accreditation includes an IAO Certificate for 2024–2027 and MOE announcements, with certification noted by สมศ (Thai quality assurance body).
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English. The curriculum combines the U.S. Common Core Standards with the English National Curriculum, with English language development emphasized in core subjects. Thai language is taught by Thai language teachers. After-school programs include Thai Language & Culture and Chinese Language & Culture.
Reputation

Awards
he school does not publicly disclose any awards received in the past five years.

Accreditations
Licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education
This means the school is officially authorised by Thailand’s national education authority to operate as an international school.

International Accreditation Organisation (IAO)
An independent accreditation agency that evaluates institutions against international quality standards in education management and institutional performance.

Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA)
A public organisation under the Thai government that conducts external quality assessments of educational institutions in Thailand.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the online application.
You’ll need to include copies of the student’s and parents’ passports and visas, together with the student’s academic transcripts for the past two school years in English.

2. Assessment stage.
After application and documentation, the school reviews all materials as part of its assessment stage.

3. Receive the tuition and fee invoice.
Once approved, you will be sent an invoice for tuition and associated fees, which will need to be settled by the date specified.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose any scholarships offered.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose any waitlist or pool system.
School Events
The school has not added events
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