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Windfield French International School - Chiang Mai

Thailand, Chiang Mai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)
Taught languages French, English, Thai, Spanish, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Windfield French International School in Chiang Mai provides a bilingual English–French education for children from Early Years through lower secondary, with the AEFE French Pathway and the Cambridge primary curriculum offered in parallel. The Petite Section to CM2 French National Education program runs alongside the Cambridge pathway, and Alliance Française provides language immersion support and prepares students for DELF Prim. The campus at 288 Charoen Rat Road emphasizes hands-on, inquiry-based learning focused on problem-solving and independent thinking. Three-quarters of French teachers hold CRPE or CAPES certifications, reinforcing instruction quality. The school supports student well-being with a dedicated nurse, counselling and learning support, and Phare safety connections; practical services include uniforms, nutritious meals, school bus routes, and visa assistance for international families. Extracurricular activities include sports, arts, and cultural clubs, reinforcing collaboration and creativity. The Windfield community is inclusive and multilingual, nurturing self-confidence, global citizenship, and a lifelong love of learning.

288 Thanon Charoenrajd, Wat Ket, Meung, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand

The Essentials

Windfield French International School - Chiang Mai has instruction in English, French.

Location
288 Charoen Rat Road, Wat Ket, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand. The Chiang Mai Campus is in the Wat Ket area of Chiang Mai. It serves ages 2–12 in small, multicultural classes. The programs are bilingual in English and French.

Stages
From Early Years to Secondary. The school offers bilingual education in English and French.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with France through the AEFE French Pathway.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Windfield International School Chiang Mai is part of Windfield International School Group; Windfield International School was founded through the collaboration of M. Stéphane Salaun, Director of the French School of Koh Samui, and the Yongsiri family.
Fees
Fees overview — Windfield French International School, Chiang Mai

- No published schedule of application fees is available for the Chiang Mai campus for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26).

Application fees

- Not published for the Chiang Mai campus. The online application form for Chiang Mai does not display a specific application (enrolment) fee amount.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- No Chiang Mai tuition fee schedule (per term or per year-group) is published for 2026/27 or 2025/26. Specific tuition amounts by year group and by term for the Chiang Mai campus are not available.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No formal billing schedule or published payment-terms document for the Chiang Mai campus (payment deadlines, installment options, late-payment penalties) is available. The school calendar for the 2025–2026 academic year shows term dates (useful for planning termly payments), but no explicit billing timetable or payment-terms text is published.

Boarding fees

- The Chiang Mai campus is presented as an early-years to secondary day campus (ages shown on campus materials). There is no published boarding provision or boarding fee schedule for the Chiang Mai campus.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, activities, transport, enrolment deposit, sibling discounts, etc.)

- No specific lists or amounts for additional charges (uniform, learning materials, exam fees, transport, extracurricular activity fees, school lunch, enrolment deposit, or sibling discounts) are published for the Chiang Mai campus. One Windfield campus (Koh Samui) has an older published fee schedule for 2021–2022, but that document applies to the Koh Samui campus and not to Chiang Mai. Do not assume its figures apply to the Chiang Mai campus.

Refund information

- No published refund or fee‑cancellation policy for the Chiang Mai campus fees (refund circumstances, pro‑rata refunds for mid‑term withdrawal, or administrative charge amounts) is available.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, cash, online payment portal)

- No published list of accepted payment methods for Chiang Mai campus fees is available online. The school's published contact and admissions pages do not display the payment methods or bank account details.

Summary of findings and gaps

- A detailed, campus‑specific fee schedule for Windfield French International School — Chiang Mai for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) is not published online. The available online materials for the Chiang Mai campus include the admissions/application form and the academic calendar, but they do not include amounts for application fees, tuition by year group, billing terms, boarding fees, uniforms, refund rules, or payment method details. The only fee schedule located on Windfield's online materials is an older 2021–2022 fee PDF for the Koh Samui campus, which is not a Chiang Mai fee schedule and should not be used as Chiang Mai fee data.
Academics

Windfield French International School - Chiang Mai teaches French Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 2 to 11.

Curriculum
The school offers bilingual education in English and French from Early Years to Secondary, and provides the AEFE French Pathway.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Windfield Chiang Mai provides a holistic, inquiry-based learning environment that emphasizes language development, intercultural understanding, and character. The school follows the French National Education program complemented by the Cambridge (British) curriculum, enabling bilingual learning in English and French. Students speak French in the morning and English in the afternoon. The curriculum fosters critical thinking, creativity, cooperation, and responsibility for autonomous, globally minded citizens. The Windfield community supports social and emotional growth within a caring, inclusive environment that promotes global citizenship and intercultural awareness.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Ages 2-12 are taught in small, multicultural classes. Learning support is available on campus, with the school noting it welcomes students who need extra help or greater challenges. Counselling and learning support are part of student services. The school emphasises individualised attention and a safe environment for all students. The community fosters a supportive atmosphere where learners are guided to grow at their own pace.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English and French, with students speaking French in the morning and English in the afternoon. From early years to upper secondary, the dual pathway follows both the French national program and the Cambridge curriculum, emphasizing bilingual education. Not yet French-speaking? language immersion support is provided, and DELF Prim is prepared through Alliance Française. The English language component is delivered through English-speaking teachers as part of the bilingual program.

Mental Wellbeing
Windfield Chiang Mai combines French and Thai expertise to create a safe, supportive environment. The school provides secure connections through the Phare program and a dedicated nurse on campus. Counselling and learning support are available to assist students with academic and emotional needs. Teachers are always available to listen and guide students. The community emphasises social and emotional growth and intercultural understanding as part of a holistic education.

Safeguarding
Secure connections through the Phare program and a dedicated on-campus nurse support student safety. Counselling and learning support are available to assist students, and teachers are always available to listen and guide. The school follows an Every Child Matters approach, offering extra support for those who need it or greater challenges for those ready to excel. The campus provides a safe, inclusive community where safeguarding and student welfare are central to the school's mission.
Parent Experience

History
Windfield International School was founded through the collaboration of M. Stéphane Salaun, Director of the French School of Koh Samui, and the Yongsiri family, entrepreneurs from Bangkok with a deep passion for education. The partnership provided children with a high-quality education in both the French and British curricula, while nurturing character, creativity, and talents, and offering opportunities in sports, music, art, dance, and community service. The involvement of the Yongsiri family ensures the long-term stability of the school and the development of a serious, forward-looking project. By bringing French and British programs together on one campus, Windfield creates an environment of linguistic and cultural exchange that prepares students for the future and instills in them a lifelong passion for excellence in learning.

Community
Windfield is a caring, inclusive community where families, students, and educators grow and succeed together. It is a multicultural community of passionate teachers, supportive families, and engaged students. The core values guiding the Windfield community are Global Citizenship; Language & Cultural Fluency; Academic Excellence through Inquiry; Innovation & Future Readiness; and Responsibility & Reflection. The diverse language programme promotes intercultural awareness and enhances the key skills of the 21st century: communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. The programmes offer bilingual education in English and French from early years through graduation.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Chiang Mai campus offers a bilingual English–French education for students from Early Years through lower secondary. The French National Education program runs from Petite Section to CM2, complemented by the Cambridge curriculum. Learning spaces emphasize hands-on, inquiry-based activities, problem-solving, and independent thinking. The campus supports student well-being with a dedicated nurse, counselling and learning support, and Phare safety connections. Campus life includes school uniforms, nutritious food services, school bus routes, and visa assistance for international families.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum follows the French National Education program from Petite Section to CM2 and includes the Cambridge curriculum as a dual pathway. Alliance Française provides language immersion support and prepares students for DELF Prim. The AEFE French Pathway is offered, delivering a multicultural education across the school. Three-quarters of French teachers hold CRPE or CAPES certifications.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include sports, arts, and cultural clubs. Students participate in activities after school, providing opportunities to collaborate and express creativity. These activities support learning beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Ages 2-12 are served in small, multicultural classes. Bilingual education in English and French is offered from Early Years to Secondary. The AEFE French Pathway is part of the curriculum.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Windfield is a caring, inclusive community. The environment is nurturing, safe, and inspiring, so each child feels valued and empowered. Self-confidence, personal responsibility, and global citizenship are actively promoted.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include French and English as languages of instruction, with English language support available. An LV2 (second foreign language) such as German or Russian is offered through CNED at the upper secondary level. The Lycée programme follows the official curriculum of the French Ministry of National Education and prepares students for the French Baccalauréat.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in English and French across Early Years to Secondary. Instruction is delivered in both languages.

Immersion Programs
French is spoken in the morning and English in the afternoon as part of language immersion. Alliance Française provides immersion support and prepares students for DELF Prim, a diploma recognised by the French Ministry of Education.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application submission. The Chiang Mai campus offers a welcoming French section that follows the official AEFE programme in a bilingual and multicultural setting. To enroll, submit your application using the form below. 2. Applicant Information. The form collects Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Year Group (Requested Grade Level), Nationality, First Language Spoken, Other Languages Spoken, and Current written and spoken English Level (Fluent, Intermediate, or Beginner). Foreign Languages (1) and (2) are selected from a provided list; Thai nationals in Year 3–6 must select Thai only, while Thai nationals in Year 7–11 must include Thai as one option and may choose an additional language. 3. PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATION. The form includes sections for Parent 1 / Father, Parent 2 / Mother, and an optional Guardian, with fields for Salutation, Name, Nationality, Occupation, Home Address, Marital status, Telephone, and E-Mail. 4. GENERAL / PERSONAL MEDICAL INFORMATION. The form asks about regular medications, physical health limitations, food allergies, prior educational assessments (educational psychologist), behavioral concerns, suspensions or dismissals, past learning support, diagnosed disabilities, and any special needs, with space to attach accompanying documentation. 5. ADDITIONAL EMERGENCY CONTACT. An emergency contact must be provided, including Salutation, Name, Relationship to Child, E-Mail, Mobile/Phone, and whether they speak English (with language options if not). 6. EDUCATION HISTORY. The form requires Current Curriculum, Grade completed, Current School (Name and Country), Principal / Head's Name and E-Mail, attendance period (From/To), Reason for leaving, and whether a School Report is attached. 7. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. The following documents are required (scanned copies acceptable): Confirmation of medication, Photocopy of passport, Immunisation record card, Copy of last 2 years' school reports, and 2 Passport photos. Uploads are accepted in PDF/JPG/PNG formats with a maximum file size; an explicit 8–9 step upload/consent area is included. 8. PARENT'S CONSENT FOR WEB AND PRINT PUBLICATION OF WORK AND PHOTOGRAPHS. Consent is requested for photos and work to be published or printed, with publishing names only when permission is granted. 9. HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT WINDFIELD FRENCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL CHIANG MAI? The form offers options such as Family or Friend Recommendation, Excellence Scholarship Advertisement, Referral from a School Staff Member, Windfield International School Website, Social Media, Billboard, and School Event. 10. SIGNATURES. The form requires signatures for Father / Guardian and Mother / Guardian, with Print Names, and a CAPTCHA is included to submit the form. 11. ADDRESS AND CONTACT. Windfield French International School Chiang Mai, 288 Charoen Rat Road Wat Ket, Mueang Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand; +66 91 655 2699; admissions.cm@windfield.ac.th; Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 08:00 – 16:30.
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