Affordable International Schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand

About international schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Chiang Mai is arguably Thailand's most affordable city for international education, with tuition starting as low as THB 180,000 per year. Even mid-range schools charge well under THB 400,000, and the city's overall cost of living — housing, food, transport — is dramatically lower than Bangkok. This combination makes Chiang Mai the top choice for digital nomad families and those on self-funded education budgets.

Compare 13 Affordable international schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Filter by curriculum, fees (average THB 294,501), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 13 schools · avg fee THB 294,501

Schools listed: 13
Curricula: 17
Average annual fee: THB 294,501
Fee range: THB 114,550 – 499,800
Most common curriculum: American Curriculum (5 schools)
Average school size: 458 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Ambassador Bilingual Academy
Oldest: Nakornpayap International School (1993)
With boarding: 1

Bright Seeds International Kindergarten

EYFS (Early years foundation stage) · Ages 1.6 to 6

THB 172,000 - 260,000

Ages 1½ to 6 years

EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

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Students bringing energy and style to Sportswear Day at ABA.

Ambassador Bilingual Academy

American Curriculum, Thai Curriculum · Ages 1.6 to 18

THB 149,500 - 238,600

Ages 1½ to 18 years

American Curriculum, Thai Curriculum

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Students creating oobleck during the UCIS 2025 Science Fair.

Unity Concord International School

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum · Ages 2 to 18

THB 192,000 - 368,000

Ages 2 to 18 years

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum

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Students competing in games and relays during STUCO Sports Day.

American Pacific International School - Main Campus

IB (MYP), IB (DP) · Ages 11 to 18

THB 315,000 - 499,800

Ages 11 to 18 years

IB (MYP), IB (DP)

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British Concordance International School

British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification · Ages 2 to 18

THB 187,000 - 330,000

Ages 2 to 18 years

British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

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Grade 7 students performing ‘God’s Smuggler’ during the last week of school.

Grace International School

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum · Ages 5 to 18

THB 294,500 - 361,000

Ages 5 to 18 years

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum

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Young learners settling in on their first day of Summer Camp.

Meritton British International School

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) · Ages 2 to 16

THB 212,000 - 360,000

Ages 2 to 16 years

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

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SBS International School Chiangmai

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) · Ages 1 to 18

THB 217,500 - 362,600

Ages 1 to 18 years

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

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Flute solo performance during the Dragon Boat Festival celebration.

Nakornpayap International School

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum · Ages 3 to 19

THB 290,000 - 496,800

Ages 3 to 19 years

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum

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Young students enjoying playtime during the first week of school.

American Pacific International School - Primary Campus

IB (PYP) · Ages 3 to 12

THB 114,550 - 383,400

Ages 3 to 12 years

IB (PYP)

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Sharing music, dance, and talent in a moving year-end celebration.

Christian German School Chiang Mai

German Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

THB 139,000 - 430,000

Ages 3 to 18 years

German Curriculum

Instructs in German

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Students enjoying an active and joyful lunch break outdoors.

Americana Chinese International School

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum · Ages 2 to 18

THB 200,000 - 376,000

Ages 2 to 18 years

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum

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A day of fun, competition, and school spirit at CMMIS Sports Day.

Chiang Mai Montessori International School

Montessori Curriculum · Ages 0 to 16

THB 300,368 - 407,412

Ages 0 to 16 years

Montessori Curriculum

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