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Bangkok's IB schools include some of Asia's most respected institutions. NIST is the standout, consistently ranking among the top IB schools globally. The city also has newer IB options that offer the framework at more accessible price points. Many Bangkok IB schools are located in central areas, convenient for families in the Sukhumvit and Sathorn corridors.
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St. Andrew's International School Bangkok’s High School campus opened in August 2017 in central Bangkok, at 1020 Sukhumvit Road, close to Ekkamai BTS station and a shopping mall. Students aged 11 to 18 follow the English National Curriculum, taking IGCSEs before progressing to either the full IB Diploma or the IB Career‑Related Programme, with BTEC options also available. Class sizes average 16 students, with about 1,100+ learners currently enrolled on-site. English is the language of instruction, complemented by courses in Thai, French, Spanish, German, Korean, Mandarin, and Japanese, including support for first-language learners. Unique offerings include a STEAM curriculum featuring VEX Robotics with MIT collaborations, a Performing Arts programme tied to Juilliard, and a broad range of IGCSE and IB subject choices. A co-ed day school, bus services are provided, but boarding is not offered.
Dulwich College International School Bangkok, opening in August 2026, is part of the Dulwich College International network. Located in the Bang Na district of Bangkok, the school will offer a British curriculum for students aged 3 to 18 years. The campus is designed with sustainability in mind, aiming for LEED Gold certification, and includes facilities such as a sports centre, aquatic centre, and landscaped outdoor learning areas. The SE21 programme integrates STEM education, promoting innovation and critical thinking. With a focus on academic excellence and holistic development, Dulwich College Bangkok aims to provide a nurturing environment for students to thrive.
KIS International School Reignwood Park, inaugurated in August 2024, is situated within the serene Reignwood Park community in Pathum Thani, just northeast of Bangkok. The expansive 60-acre campus features dedicated facilities for Early Years, Primary, and Secondary students, including a 1,000-seat Performing Arts Center, an Aquatic Center, and a Golf Development Academy. As a Candidate School for the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, KIS Reignwood Park is committed to delivering a comprehensive IB education. The school offers both day and boarding options, with boarding available from Grade 4 onwards. Students benefit from daily instruction in English, with additional language offerings in Thai and Mandarin. The school's emphasis on sports, performing arts, visual and creative arts, and STEM provides a well-rounded educational experience. A distinctive feature of KIS Reignwood Park is its collaboration with the Claude Harmon III Performance Golf Academy, offering students unique opportunities in golf development.
Ruamrudee International School (RIS) is a private, Catholic international school located in Minburi, Bangkok. Founded in 1957, RIS offers education from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 welcoming students of all faiths and nationalities. The school follows a U.S.-based curriculum, offering the American high school diploma, with additional pathways through the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP). The campus features facilities including modern science and computer labs, a performing arts center, two libraries, athletic fields, a swimming pool, fitness centers, maker spaces, and dedicated areas for early childhood education.
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University (SBS Rangsit) in Pathum Thani offers families a bilingual education combining the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) with Cambridge pathways including IGCSE and A Levels. Students enter from age two and continue through age eighteen, ensuring continuity across early years, primary, and secondary. Instruction is in both English and Thai, with Chinese also taught as an additional language. The campus features a gymnasium, Olympic-sized swimming pool, science and ICT laboratories, and dormitory accommodation for boarding students. A distinctive element of school life is the Color House System, which encourages collaboration across year groups through sports, performances, and community events. Students may also participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, combining outdoor education with service opportunities. Together, these programs give SBS Rangsit its unique identity within Thailand’s international school landscape.
Located just north of Bangkok in Nonthaburi, Ruamrudee International School’s Ratchapruek Campus (RISR) opened in August 2019 and serves students from Pre‑K 2 through Grade 11, with its first Grade 12 cohort launching in August 2025. Students follow a modified American curriculum aligned with AERO standards and, in upper grades, may choose between the IB Diploma Programme or the AP track. The school emphasizes inquiry-based STEM learning, service projects aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and creative expression through arts competitions and summer art classes. With English as the medium of instruction, and character development rooted in the “union of hearts” philosophy, RISR offers a nurturing and community-minded environment for international families seeking academic, creative, and service-oriented growth.
The Canadian International School of Thailand (CIST), located in Bangkok’s Pinklao district, offers the Ontario-based Canadian curriculum from Early Years through Grade 12. Students in Grades 11 and 12 graduate with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), and the school also delivers the IB Primary Years (PYP) and Middle Years (MYP) Programmes. The campus sits on 9.2 acres beside the Chao Phraya River and features indoor and outdoor sports courts, a gymnasium, tennis courts, and a waterfront garden. Instruction is in English, with additional language options including Mandarin, Thai, and French. One distinctive aspect of CIST is its partnership with Thewphaingarm Canadian Bilingual School (TCBS), allowing shared access to facilities and activities. Older students can also participate in a Canada Term program, experiencing life and study in Ontario for part of the academic year. CIST is co-educational and offers optional boarding and shuttle services to central Bangkok locations.
NIST International School in Bangkok is a not-for-profit IB World School offering the full International Baccalaureate curriculum (PYP, MYP, DP) from ages 3 to 18. Founded in 1992 with support from the United Nations, NIST serves over 1,800 students from 50+ nationalities. In August 2025, NIST completed Phase 2 of its campus development. This expansion introduced a Pavilion Building featuring a Lecture Hall, meeting rooms, and The Lounge. It also added two Elementary Buildings that nearly double previous spaces. These specific additions include a two-level Elementary Library, a Learning Kitchen, a Science Lab, an Elementary Gymnasium, and three Makerspace areas. Link bridges now connect these new structures with the Innovation and Creative Arts Buildings to ensure accessible movement across the school. NIST is distinctly known for its Global Citizen Diploma, a signature initiative offered alongside the IB curriculum. As part of an eleven-school consortium, this programme allows secondary students to formally document their values, qualitative learning experiences, and community service beyond standard report cards.
Raffles American School Bangkok, established in 2012, is situated in Samut Prakan province along Bangna‑Trad Road, just outside Bangkok’s city boundary. It serves students aged 2 to 18, from Pre‑K through Grade 12, following an American curriculum that awards a U.S. high school diploma. The school incorporates Advanced Placement (AP) courses, is accredited by WASC, and operates as a day school. English is the language of instruction, supported by native English-speaking teachers. The school offers a school bus service and features facilities like science labs and visual and performing arts studios. RAS maintains a co-educational environment that blends structured academic learning with opportunities for creative and athletic pursuits.
Ascot International School, located in Bangkok’s Saphan Sung district, offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) education from Early Years to Diploma Programme. Founded in 1995, it caters to students aged 2–18 and delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), with the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in candidacy. Students in Years 10–11 also complete IGCSE qualifications. Instruction is in English, with Thai, Mandarin, and other world languages taught as additional subjects. Ascot’s standout feature is its integrated Football Academy, operated in partnership with Thai Premier League coaches, and housed in a covered futsal stadium. The school supports science and ICT learning through dedicated labs and computer suites, and encourages creativity with visual and performing arts spaces. Its small size - around 500 pupils - supports close community ties. Parents overseas will find a structured curriculum with internationally recognized assessments and a focus on developing multilingual, confident learners.
Magic Years International School (MYIS) in Pakkret, Nonthaburi, welcomes children aged 1 to 16 and follows the IB PYP (Primary Years Programme) and is pursuing IB MYP candidacy beginning with Grade 10 from August 2024, expanding through Grade 12 by 2026. On a 1.5‑acre campus just outside the Nichada Thani expat community, the school features an outdoor farm with goats, chickens, fish and turtles, where students tend plants and animals daily. A gymnasium, sports field, and salt‑water pool, alongside a Design Technology / STEM lab, Visual Arts studio, music room, library, and playgrounds, support practical and active learning. Inquiry is core to learning: even the youngest children begin to learn through inquiry, guided by a curriculum enhanced by PYP philosophy. A signature program is the farm‑based outdoor learning initiative: daily student engagement in gardening and animal care that connects classroom concepts to real‑world ecology and responsibility. Class sizes are small, with a 1:5 teacher‑student ratio across divisions.
Singapore International School of Bangkok (SISB) was established in 2001 and offers a multilingual education across several campuses in Thailand. The school combines the UK’s EYFS, the Singapore curriculum, Cambridge IGCSEs and A Levels, and the IB Diploma Programme at the senior level. With instruction in English, Chinese, and Thai, SISB supports a diverse student body and provides well-equipped facilities including science labs, libraries, sports complexes, swimming pools, and boarding accommodations at its main campus.
Wells International School – On Nut campus serves students in Grades 1–12 (ages roughly 5–18) and became fully operational in fall 2006, graduating its first senior class in 2010. Located on Sukhumvit Road between Soi 85 and Soi 87 in Phra Khanong, it is just minutes from the BTS On Nut station, offering easy access by car or rail. With over 500 students representing around 50 nationalities, the school provides a truly international environment. Instruction is in English, and students can follow an American curriculum with both Advanced Placement courses and the IB Diploma Programme available for senior grades. Facilities include science labs (including AP labs), computer labs, dance and music studios, an auditorium, a swimming pool, a gym, and cafeterias. The school also supports student well-being through health clinics and counseling services.
Bangkok Patana School is an international school in Bangkok, Thailand, established in 1957. It offers a British-based education for students from early years through to secondary. The school follows the English National Curriculum up to Year 11, after which students take IGCSE exams. In Years 12 and 13, students follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The school has a diverse student body and offers instruction primarily in English, with additional language options and support for non-native speakers. The campus is large and well-equipped, with dedicated spaces for science, technology, music, drama, and art. Facilities include multiple libraries, sports halls, swimming pools, tennis courts, football fields, and a gymnastics centre. There are also outdoor learning areas, a theatre, and spaces for student wellbeing and learning support. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic learning and extracurricular opportunities across sports, arts, and community service.
St. Andrews International School Sukhumvit 107 was established in 1997 and is located in the Bangna area of Bangkok. It educates students from ages 2 to 18. The school offers the English National Curriculum in Early Years and Primary, followed by IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Years 12–13. Language support is available for students who are learning English as an additional language. The campus covers 36,000 square meters and includes a 25-meter swimming pool, full-sized football field, indoor sports hall, science and computer labs, libraries, design and technology rooms, a 250-seat auditorium, and classrooms for younger students. Students can also participate in a range of extracurricular activities and sports.
Established in 1951, the International School Bangkok (ISB) is Thailand’s first international school, located in the Nichada Thani community, approximately 20 kilometers north of downtown Bangkok. ISB offers a U.S.-based curriculum integrated with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, catering to students aged 3 to 18. The school emphasizes small class sizes, particularly in lower elementary grades, to provide personalized instruction. With approximately 1,800 students, ISB fosters a diverse and inclusive community. The campus boasts facilities supporting STEM education, performing and visual arts, and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including community service projects. ISB provides a school bus service, ensuring convenient transportation for families across Bangkok.
Concordian International School, founded in 2001 and situated along the Bangna‑Trad Highway, is a full Pre‑K to Grade 12 IB World School educating around 1,100 students in Greater Bangkok, Samut Prakan . From Nursery to Grade 4, children learn via a trilingual immersion program—roughly 45 % English, 40 % Chinese and 15 % Thai—and from Grade 5 onwards the curriculum transitions to fully in English, with Chinese and Thai as academic subject languages . The school offers all three IB programmes, PYP, MYP, DP, and typical class sizes are 16–18 students. Facilities include multiple sports venues (pools, courts, gyms), with strong participation in AISAA competitions . Unique to Concordian is its Chinese‑English immersion in early years, supported by a wide range of clubs, from robotics, chess, community service, and performing arts to Chinese language and yoga.
Wells International School’s Bang Na Campus, opened in 2011, serves children aged 2 to 10 years (Nursery through Grade 5). Licensed by Thailand’s Ministry of Education, the campus delivers an American curriculum, enriched by the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework designed to cultivate inquiry-based learning and international-mindedness. The school is set on a leafy site just off Srinakarin 62, a short drive from Paradise Park and Seacon Square yet offering a relaxed, green atmosphere. Classes are deliberately kept small (about 16 students per classroom) to allow hands-on, child‑centred learning. Facilities include a library, computer lab, music & dance studios, swimming pool and parent lounge. The school places emphasis on creative arts, sport, and community service (students have engaged in water-treatment projects through their Grade 5 exhibition). Daily instruction is in English, with exposure to Thai language and cultural content. A Z‑zone bus service is available and tuition fees range from 112,000 to 132,500 THB per semester. Parents play an active role via a regular parent‑teacher organisation that plans family events and activities.
Magic Years International School (MYIS), founded in 1990, is located in Nonthaburi near Bangkok. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 1 to 16, with plans to add the Diploma Programme by 2027. The school keeps class sizes small and focuses on inquiry-based learning across subjects. The campus includes indoor-outdoor classrooms, a saltwater pool, gym, STEM and art labs, a music room, and a small farm with animals and gardens. Students also take part in Thai language, music, and a range of after-school clubs such as cooking, soccer, and yoga.
Norwich International School Bangkok, founded in 2014, caters to students aged 2–18 in southwest Bangkok, near Samut Sakhon. The school follows the British National Curriculum from EYFS through Key Stages 1–5, with IGCSE offered in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Mandarin and Thai are introduced early, Mandarin from Nursery and Thai throughout Primary, alongside supportive Early Learning Support (ELS) and Learning Support (LS) services. Facilities include science laboratories, computer suites, specialist language rooms, and floodlit sports pitches. The school offers outdoor education excursions, a robust after-school programme (including sports, arts, robotics, and cooking), and dedicated Music and Sports Academies. It integrates mindfulness practices and celebrates cultural events such as International Day and Songkran, while also hosting its own Model United Nations to promote global citizenship. In 2025, it became the first international school in Thailand accredited by the Curiosity Approach for its Early Years programme. The campus is accessible via bus routes on Rama 2 and Rama 3.
KIS International School Bangkok, established in 1998, is centrally located in the Huai Khwang district within a secure, gated estate. It stands out as the only school in Bangkok offering all four International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP), catering to students aged 3 to 18 . The campus features specialized facilities, including science laboratories, art studios, a black box theatre, a 25-meter swimming pool, and a gymnasium . A notable facility is the IB Lounge, dedicated to Grade 11 and 12 students, providing a focused environment for their studies . KIS is recognized for its strong IB Diploma Programme, with students achieving an average score of 35 points, surpassing the global average of 30 . The school fosters a diverse community, with over 800 students representing nearly 50 nationalities . A distinctive feature of KIS is its Career-related Programme, which combines academic study with career-focused learning in areas such as Sustainable Leadership, Sustainable Business, Art, and Design, allowing students to earn university credits during high school . For families seeking a comprehensive IB education in Bangkok, KIS offers a unique combination of rigorous academics, specialized facilities, and a diverse, supportive community.
The Regent’s International School Bangkok (Rama 9 campus) offers a British-based education for students aged 2 to 18. The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum through Early Years and Primary, transitions to Cambridge IGCSE in Secondary, and culminates with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Sixth Form. Located in Wang Thonglang, Bangkok, the campus provides dedicated facilities for music, sports, and visual arts, including a swimming pool, football field, and performance studios. One distinctive feature is the school’s active involvement in the Round Square global network, which emphasizes service, internationalism, and student leadership through initiatives like Operation Smile, Eco Club, and TEDxYouth. Boarding is available from Year 4, and school bus services are offered upon request. English is the language of instruction, with Thai, Mandarin, Spanish, and Japanese taught as additional languages.
Pan‑Asia International School (PAIS), founded in 2004, serves students aged 2–18 in Bangkok’s Prawet district. It follows an American curriculum up to Grade 5, transitioning into the IB Middle Years Programme for Grades 6–10 and the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. The campus is located in a suburban green zone about 200 m off a major road, and includes science and IT labs, an auditorium, swimming pools, and sports fields. Languages taught include English, Thai, Chinese, and Arabic. After‑school clubs offer sports, music, arts & crafts, mental maths, and homework support. A signature feature is the use of international standards: Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, alongside the IB framework, supported by facilities like a Mac lab and makerspace. Accredited by WASC and Thailand’s Ministry of Education, PAIS hosts around 470 students representing over 40 nationalities.
D-PREP International School – Main Campus, situated near Mega Bangna in Samut Prakan, Thailand, serves students from early years to Grade 5 using an American curriculum framework integrated with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP). English is the primary language of instruction, with Thai and Chinese taught as additional languages. The campus features dedicated learning spaces such as a science lab, art room, black box theater, and the D-Lab, a creative makerspace supporting design and robotics. One of D-PREP’s signature initiatives is the “Dream Project,” where students develop and present personally meaningful projects that integrate learning across subjects. After completing Grade 5, students continue their education at D-PREP Secondary Campus. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and provides a bus service for student transport.
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