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Varee Chiangmai International School

Thailand, Chiang Mai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 244,000 - 524,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, German, Mandarin, Thai
Typical class size 20
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Varee Chiangmai International School (VCIS) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, established its international programme in 2010 serving students aged 2 to 18. VCIS follows the British national curriculum, offering Cambridge IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and Cambridge AS & A Levels in Years 12–13. Located on Mahidol Road in the Nong Hoi district, the school sits within a green Chiang Mai neighbourhood approximately 10–15 minutes from downtown Chiang Mai. Instruction is in English, with Thai and Mandarin taught in Primary; and Thai, Mandarin, and German offered in Secondary Venture Campus International School, VCIS features dedicated digital learning resources—classroom-connected devices, three computer labs, and a 3D-printing facility—with subjects like visual arts, drama, and design built into the curriculum from Year 1 to Year 13. The school supports the Duke of Edinburgh Award, student council leadership, community service programmes, and formal careers education, helping students prepare for university applications globally.

59 Moo 6, Mahidol Road, Nong Hoi, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand

The Essentials

Varee Chiangmai International School has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The school is situated at 59 Moo 6, Mahidol Road, Nong Hoi, Mueang District, Chiang Mai, Thailand. It lies within easy reach of shopping centres, hospitals, supermarkets, and bus and train stations.

Stages
VCIS serves children aged 2 to 18, from Pre‑Nursery up through Year 13.

Type
The school is fully co‑educational and currently operates as a day school. No boarding facilities are provided.

Additional learning support
Varee Chiangmai International School provides Learning Support and English as an Additional Language Programme.

Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any specific country.

Religious affiliation
The school has no affiliation with any religion.

School day structure
Early Year and Primary School classes run from 8.00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Secondary School is from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. After-school activities for children in Primary run from 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM. For Secondary, after-school activities run from 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM.

Bus service
The website does not mention any school bus or transport service.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school does not offer boarding facilities.

Food Options
The canteen offers a range of snacks and various foods. The lunch includes Western, Thai and vegetarian dishes, as well as Asian noodle soup, salad and fresh fruits. The cafeteria serves Asian and Western dishes. Children may also bring their own food from home.

Governance and Ownership
The founder and director is Ajarn Varee Patravanich.
Fees

Annual tuition at Varee Chiangmai International School ranges from THB 244,000 to THB 524,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Placement Fee: THB 6,000 (one-time, non-refundable)

Enrollment Fee (non-refundable):
New student: THB 80,000
2nd and subsequent child: THB 60,000
Entry at A Level: THB 40,000

Annual Tuition Fees
Early Years (Pre-Nursery to Reception): THB 244,000
Key Stage 1 (Year 1–2): THB 304,000
Key Stage 2 (Year 3–6): THB 328,000
Key Stage 3 (Year 7–9): THB 360,000
Key Stage 4 IGCSE (Year 10–11): THB 444,000
Key Stage 5 A-Level (Year 12–13): THB 524,000
Note: Late Payment Penalties THB 1,000 per week.

Sibling Discounts
5% for the second child
10% for third and additional children

Other Required Fees
English Support (IEP/EAP): THB 30,000 per semester
Lunch (Early Years to Key Stage 2): THB 9,000 per semester
PTA Fee: THB 750 per family per year
DoE Registration (if applicable): THB 2,000

Payment Options
Cash, Visa/MasterCard, and Bank Transfer.

Refund Policy
New students: 75% refund if withdrawn within 7 business days after semester start.

Current students: Full refund if withdrawal notice is given 15 days before the semester start.

No refunds for mid-semester withdrawals.
Academics

Varee Chiangmai International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Varee Chiangmai International School follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years through to Year 13. In the Early Years (Pre-Nursery to Reception), the curriculum is based on the UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with a focus on language, numeracy, and learning through play in English and Thai contexts. The Primary phase (Years 1–6) continues with subjects such as English, maths, science, humanities, computing, arts, Thai language, and physical education. In Secondary (Years 7–9), students prepare for Cambridge Checkpoint exams in English, mathematics, and science, alongside subjects including geography, history, ICT, and the arts. For Years 10–11, the school offers the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum with a combination of core and elective subjects. In Years 12–13, students choose three A-Level subjects and continue with non-exam subjects such as Thai language, PE, and university preparation activities.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
VCIS embeds Social and Emotional Learning through its regular PSHEE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) lessons, offered from Early Years through secondary levels. In Secondary, there is an explicit focus on encouraging tolerance, social skills, and peer support during Key Stage 3 through group work and collaborative activities. The school also provides opportunities for student voice through its Student Council, representing Years 7–13, where students can raise concerns and contribute to school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides Learning Support for students with identified needs, though it is not described as a specialist SEN institution. Support is offered based on the availability of resources and depends on individual student needs, as assessed during admissions and placement processes. The school does not publicly specify which categories of SEN it can support beyond indicating a Learning Support programme.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
VCIS offers an English as an Additional Language programme as part of placements for non‑native English speakers, dependent on resource availability. Students are assessed on English ability during the placement test and interview with an English Language Specialist, and additional ESL support may be offered if required to access mainstream classes.

Mental Wellbeing
VCIS provides in‑house counselling through a professionally staffed counsellor who is available throughout the school day, with an open‑door policy for students requiring support. Pastoral care is emphasised as a high priority, including round‑the‑clock security, first‑aid rooms, codes of conduct, and a zero‑tolerance bullying policy to maintain student wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is publicly listed in its website navigation, indicating formal safeguarding measures are in place. VCIS enforces a zero‑tolerance policy on bullying along with well‑defined behavioural codes of conduct and secure campus access controls. The presence of professionally staffed first‑aid rooms also supports student safety daily.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
Varee Chiangmai International School traces its origins to the Varee Kindergarten founded in 1978 by Mrs Varee Patravanich. In response to parental demand for primary and secondary international-style education, the international school expanded and officially opened in Chiang Mai in 2003 under her leadership. The school remains privately owned and continues under the leadership vision of its founder and director, integrating a UK-aligned curriculum with Thai cultural values.

Community
The school hosts a culturally diverse student body and community, with events reflecting Thai, Asian, and international traditions. Through its “Our Community” section, the school promotes opportunities for students to engage across cultures and values, though specific community events or festivals are not itemized in detail on the public website.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Varee Chiangmai International School has an active Parent Teacher Association whose mission is to foster partnerships between families, teachers, and the school. The PTA aims to advocate for student wellbeing, support school activities across cultures, and serve as a channel for parental concerns. While the PTA’s purpose and vision are clearly defined, the website does not specify particular PTA events, regular meetings, or groups involved in organising community activities.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
Varee Chiangmai International has a modern campus in Chiang Mai. Classrooms are spacious and networked with computers, with Activ-boards for interactive multimedia learning. Specialist facilities include science labs, computer labs, art studios, drama and music studios, and a well‑resourced library, plus a 25‑meter swimming pool, auditorium, indoor gymnasium and multiple play areas. The cafeteria serves Asian and Western dishes and there is a mini‑mart on site. The campus is conveniently located near Chiang Mai's airport and central amenities, and the school is accredited by the Education Development Trust and Cambridge International Examinations.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include futsal courts, a football pitch, basketball facilities and multi‑purpose sports fields. A 25‑meter swimming pool is on site and there is an indoor gymnasium. The campus provides a broad, well‑equipped sports program to support student participation across age groups.

Academic Facilities
The Cambridge curriculum is offered, including IGCSE and AS/A Levels. The language of instruction is English and the school serves students aged 2 to 18. Classrooms are equipped with networked computers and Activ‑boards to support learning. Specialist facilities include science labs, computer labs, art, music and drama studios, and a well‑resourced library.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school provides a comprehensive extra‑curricular programme for primary and secondary, with activities ranging from ESL and ICT to sports such as basketball, football, rugby and swimming, and arts including music, choir, hip hop and dance, Chinese and Thai. Activities change each semester and are often run by teaching staff. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered and VCIS is an International Award Centre.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school serves students aged 2 to 18 (Pre-Nursery to Year 13) and offers a UK-aligned international curriculum with IGCSE for Years 10–11 and AS-level/A-level for Years 12–13. The language of instruction is English. The school is fully accredited by the Education Development Trust (EDT) and is a Cambridge International Examinations centre.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Thai Language, Culture, and History (TLCH) is offered for Thai and international students. For international students, Thai language learning begins in Year 3 and continues to Year 11, twice weekly, at two levels: A1 (Beginner) and A2 (Intermediate). Students study Thai Language for Communication and Thai Culture and History as part of TLCH.
Reputation

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

Accreditations
Fully accredited by Education Development Trust (EDT)
A UK-based accreditation agency assessing every aspect of school operations from facilities and hygiene to teaching standards.

Accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)
For delivering IGCSE and A‑Level programmes to international standards.
Admissions

Admissions
Initial interview
Parents and students meet with the English Language Specialist. Students entering Key Stage 2 (Year 3) or higher complete assessments in English, Mathematics, and Science as appropriate for their level.

Complete application form & pay fee
If successful in the interview, submit the application form and pay the non-refundable 6,000 THB application and placement test fee.

Placement Test
Tests are scheduled at the beginning or end of the day. Younger students (Early Years, Years 1–2) join classroom activities for assessment.

Acceptance Decision
The Principal recommends, and the Director makes the final admission decision.

Enrollment
Following acceptance, complete enrollment forms, pay the enrollment fee and tuition (due one week before term start), and receive a copy of the Parent Handbook.

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

Waitlist
VCIS operates a rolling admissions policy. If space is available and assessment criteria are met, children may join at any time during the year. However, entry into Year 9, Year 10, and Year 12 is restricted to the beginning of the school year.
School Events
The school has not added events
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