🎓 **International Schools in Thailand - Complete Guide for Expat Parents**
Thinking about enrolling your kids in a Thai international school? Here's what you need to know!
**Top International Schools by City:**
**Bangkok:**
• NIST International School - IB curriculum, 40+ nationalities
• Harrow International School - British curriculum
• Bangkok Patana School - oldest British school in SE Asia
• ISB (International School Bangkok) - American curriculum
• KIS International School - affordable, quality education
**Chiang Mai:**
• Prem Tinsulanonda International School - boarding available
• CMIS (Chiang Mai International School) - established 1954
**Phuket:**
• British International School Phuket (BISP)
• UWC Thailand - diverse, scholarship opportunities
**Pattaya:**
• Regents International School Pattaya
**Cost Breakdown (Annual):**
• Budget schools: 200,000 - 400,000 THB
• Mid-range: 400,000 - 800,000 THB
• Premium schools: 800,000 - 1,500,000+ THB
**What's Included:**
✅ IB, British, American, or Australian curriculum
✅ Native English-speaking teachers
✅ Modern facilities & technology
✅ Sports programs & extracurriculars
✅ University counseling
**Application Tips:**
• Apply 6-12 months in advance
• Entry assessments required
• Previous school records needed
• Waiting lists common for top schools
**Thai Language Learning:**
Most schools offer Thai language classes. Some expat kids attend Thai private schools (cheaper at 50,000-150,000 THB/year) for better Thai immersion.
**Visa Note:** Kids enrolled in international schools qualify for ED visas, and parents can get guardian visas!
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