Edited by Aziza Francienne · B2C Marketing Manager
Thailand has one of Southeast Asia's most developed international school markets, with Bangkok at its centre but strong options in Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Pattaya. The country attracts families with its affordable cost of living, warm climate, excellent food, and a relaxed lifestyle that makes raising children enjoyable. International school fees are competitive compared to Singapore or Hong Kong, and the range of curricula available — from British and American to IB and bilingual — means families have genuine choice at every price point.
Compare 212 international schools in Thailand. Filter by curriculum, fees (average THB 394,924), location, and more to find the right international school now.
There are 212 international schools in Thailand covering 33 curricula. The most widely offered are British Curriculum (85), EYFS (Early years foundation stage) (62), Cambridge IGCSE (62), American Curriculum (55), Cambridge A Levels (51). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.
Annual tuition across Thailand runs from about THB -1 to THB 1,445,300, averaging roughly THB 394,924. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.
Sought-after schools in Thailand run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.
36 of the 212 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.
doris lists every international school in Thailand we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.
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