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International Community School Bangkok

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 525,000 - 621,800
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1215
Type Co-educational
Opened 1993
Bus Service No
Availability Are there places?
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin, Spanish, Thai
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

International Community School Bangkok (ICS) is a non-profit American Christian international school, established in 1993 and opened its current Bang Na campus in September 2004. It serves students aged 4 to 18 (Pre‑K through Grade 12) in a co‑educational setting. The school follows an American curriculum with a strong focus on Advanced Placement (AP) courses and preparing students for college in the US and beyond. ICS requires all secondary students to complete 40 hours of personal community service plus participate in annual SALT serving trips across Thailand, forming part of its signature capstone programs. Facilities listed on the site include modern science laboratories, media centers, and computer labs, supplemented by an athletics complex and fields.

1225 The Parkland Road, Khwaeng Bangna, Khet Bangna Nuea, Bangkok 10260 Thailand

The Essentials

International Community School Bangkok has 1,215 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location

ICS is situated at 1225 The Parkland Road, Bang Na Nuea, Bang Na District, Bangkok. It sits in a suburban area of eastern Bangkok, near transport arteries such as the Bang Na–Trat Road and within easy reach of the BTS Skytrain Bang Na station, making access relatively convenient for families commuting from the city center.

Stages

ICS offers education from four-year-old kindergarten (Pre-K/K4) through Grade 12, covering Elementary, Middle, and High School levels.

Type

ICS is a co‑educational, non‑boarding international Christian school.

Additional learning support

ICS provides special education and life‑skills programs for students with mild to moderate learning needs. These include differentiated instruction, small‑group classes, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and weekly group or individual speech therapy, with integration into some mainstream classes when appropriate.

Country affiliation

The school is not affiliated with any country.

Religious affiliation

ICS is affiliated with the Christian faith and operates as a Christian school, including biblical worldview elements in its mission and services.

School day structure

ICS typically operates a traditional school day from morning to mid‑afternoon, with scheduled breaks and lunch fitted in between. The exact daily timetable (start and end times) is not publicly detailed online.

Fees

Annual tuition at International Community School Bangkok ranges from THB 525,000 to THB 621,800 for 2026/27.

Application Fee: THB 5,000 (non-refundable), due at the time of application.

Registration Fee (One-Time, Non-Refundable)
1st child: THB 200,000
2nd child: THB 150,000
3rd child: THB 100,000
4th child: THB 75,000

Annual Capital Fee: THB 30,000, paid with registration and then annually each January.

Annual Tuition Fees
K4 – Grade 5: THB 525,000
Grade 6 – 8: THB 566,400
Grade 9 – 12: THB 621,800

ESL Course (if required): THB 72,100 per year, added to tuition.

Optional Elementary Lunch Plan: THB 21,000 per year.

Payment Options
Upfront Plan: 2% discount applies.
K4–G5: THB 514,500
G6–G8: THB 555,072
G9–G12: THB 609,364

Semester Plan:
50% due June 30, 2025; 50% due December 15, 2025.

Quarterly Plan: 1% service fee per installment.
K4–G5: THB 530,252
G6–G8: THB 572,064
G9–G12: THB 628,020

Late Fee: 2% of the invoice for payment delays up to 30 days.

Payment Methods
ICS accepts bank transfer
Academics

International Community School Bangkok teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum

ICS Bangkok offers an American curriculum from Pre-K (K4) through Grade 12. The Elementary School (K4–Grade 5) emphasizes literacy, numeracy, social studies, science, Bible, and specialist classes in art, music, PE, library, and technology. In Middle School (Grades 6–8), the curriculum becomes more departmentalized with subject-specific teachers, including English, math, science, social studies, Bible, fine arts, and physical education. High School (Grades 9–12) includes required core subjects and a broad selection of electives, with students having access to 24 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. ICS also offers a Senior Capstone Project, where Grade 12 students research and present on a personally meaningful topic. ESL support is available across all stages for non-native English speakers, and the school incorporates Christian education throughout the curriculum.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

ICS operates a School Counseling Department that serves students across all grade levels, providing support for social and emotional development through individual and group guidance. Counselors address issues such as self-reflection, decision-making, and self-advocacy, with targeted support available in elementary, middle, and high school divisions. The department collaborates with parents to help students manage transitions and daily challenges in school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

ICS supports students with mild to moderate learning needs, including ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, processing disorders, autism, and Down syndrome via its Special Education and Life Skills Programs. Provision includes individualized education plans (IEPs), small-group learning support classes, differentiated instruction, and co-teaching with mainstream integration when possible. Weekly speech therapy sessions are provided to build communication and social skills. ICS is not a specialist SEN institution but offers significant support within its mainstream and life skills streams.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

ICS offers a structured English as a Second Language (ESL) pull-out program based on admissions testing, designed for students needing additional support in English proficiency.

Mental Wellbeing

No distinct mental health programs or dedicated wellbeing staff are listed publicly apart from the counseling team.

Safeguarding

ICS publicly references compliance with safeguarding policies, including the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and air quality guidelines, but does not explicitly publish its child protection or safeguarding policies on its website.

Admissions

Admissions

1. Complete the application form.
Parents must submit an online application through the ICS OpenApply portal. This includes entering parent and student information and uploading the required documents such as passport copies, transcripts, immunization records, and past report cards. The application fee must be paid for the application to be processed.

2. Screening and assessment.
ICS schedules age-appropriate admissions assessments for all applicants. This may include academic testing and English language assessments, particularly to determine ESL placement if applicable.

3. Interview & Admissions decision
Some applicants, especially in upper grades, may be invited for a student or family interview. Once accepted, parents are issued an offer letter.

Scholarships

ICS does not offer merit-based scholarships. However, the school provides tuition assistance based on financial need, which families can apply for through the Admissions Office.

Waitlist

ICS does not publicly specify a waitlist or rolling admissions pool system.

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