Bangkok has dozens of international schools, and they are spread across the city: in central Sukhumvit, around Bang Na in the south-east, on the Chao Phraya riverside, near Rama 9 and Huai Khwang, in Don Mueang in the north, and just over the border in Nonthaburi. Most relocating families end up choosing a home near the school, not the other way round. This guide groups the larger schools by area, with the fees each school publishes for 2026/27.
We list published facts only. We do not rank schools or comment on academic results. For the full list of schools and education providers, see the education directory.
Central Sukhumvit (Asok, Nana)#
NIST International School#
- Location: 36 Sukhumvit Soi 15, close to BTS Asok and MRT Sukhumvit.
- Programme: International Baccalaureate (IB) across the school.
- 2026/27 tuition: 650,200 THB (Early Years 1–2) to 1,132,800 THB (Years 12–13), paid in two semester instalments.
- One-time fees for new students: application 6,000 THB, assessment 2,500 THB, registration 265,000 THB. Families also choose either a refundable campus development deposit of 575,000 THB or a non-refundable annual campus development fee of 60,500 THB.
- Source: nist.ac.th tuition and fees.
NIST describes itself as a not-for-profit school. Central Sukhumvit puts families close to the BTS, offices and the densest choice of rental condos. It is also the most expensive area to rent in.
Bang Na and Sukhumvit 105–107#
The south-east of the city has more space, larger houses and gated developments.
Bangkok Patana School#
- Location: 643 Lasalle Road (Sukhumvit 105), Bang Na.
- Programme: British curriculum, with the IB Diploma in the final years.
- 2026/27 annual tuition: 577,000 THB (Foundation Stage 1) to 1,014,000 THB (Year 12). Year 11 and Year 13 are charged for two terms, so their annual figure is lower.
- One-time fees: application 5,500 THB (from 1 August 2026), entrance fee 250,000 THB for the first child and 200,000 THB for each further child, deposit 50,000 THB (returned on withdrawal after deductions).
- Source: patana.ac.th tuition and fees and the 2026/27 fee announcement.
St Andrews International School, Sukhumvit 107#
- Location: 7 Sukhumvit 107 Road, Bang Na.
- 2026/27 tuition: from 220,000 THB (Nursery, 3 half days) to 799,000 THB (Year 12). Kindergarten is 636,000 THB, Years 3–6 are 699,500 THB and Years 7–9 are 753,000 THB. Lunch and snacks are not included.
- One-time fees: application 5,000 THB; enrolment fee 120,000 THB (Nursery to Year 6) or 70,000 THB (Years 7–13), with a family rate of 180,000 THB; general deposit 100,000 THB.
- Late payment: 1.25% a month on overdue fees.
- Source: standrewssukhumvit.com fees.
Families in Bang Na often live in Bang Na itself, around BTS Udom Suk and Bearing, or further out along Bang Na–Trat Road.
Riverside (Charoen Krung) and Rama 9 / Huai Khwang#
Shrewsbury International School Bangkok#
Shrewsbury runs two campuses: Riverside (1922 Charoen Krung Road, Bang Kho Laem) and City Campus (982 Rim Klong Samsen Road, Huai Khwang, off Rama 9).
- 2026/27 tuition (per year): Nursery 696,300 THB (City Campus only); EY1 719,400; EY2 757,800; Years 1–2 851,400; Years 3–4 913,200; Years 5–6 944,700; Years 7–9 976,800 (Riverside only); Year 10 1,252,200; Year 12 1,256,700. Years 11 and 13 are charged for two terms.
- Included: tuition, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks, books and library use.
- One-time fees: application 5,000 THB; guaranteed place fee 225,000 THB (non-refundable, includes a 30,000 THB alumni life membership); refundable deposit 225,000 THB.
- Source: shrewsbury.ac.th fees.
City Campus takes children to Year 6. They then move to Riverside for Year 7, and the deposit transfers with them. Families at Riverside often live in riverside condos in Sathorn, Charoen Krung and Rama 3. City Campus families often live around Rama 9, Ratchada and Thong Lo.
Don Mueang (north)#
Harrow International School Bangkok#
- Location: Don Mueang, north Bangkok.
- Programme: British curriculum, with day and boarding places.
- 2026/27 tuition: from 571,100 THB (Pre-Nursery) to 1,063,000 THB (Years 12–13). Years 1–5 are 880,300 THB, Years 6–8 961,900 THB and Years 9–11 1,040,000 THB. Lunch and snacks are included.
- Boarding: weekly boarding (up to 5 nights) is 456,700 THB a year on top of tuition; boarders pay a higher refundable deposit of 275,000 THB.
- One-time fees: application 5,000 THB, admission fee 225,000 THB, refundable day-student deposit 200,000 THB.
- Bus: door-to-door service from 125,200 to 143,000 THB a year depending on the zone.
- Source: harrowschool.ac.th tuition and fees.
Don Mueang is far from central Sukhumvit. Families at Harrow often live in the north of the city or in Nonthaburi, or rely on the school bus.
Nonthaburi (just outside Bangkok)#
International School Bangkok (ISB)#
- Location: Nichada Thani, Pak Kret, Nonthaburi.
- Programme: American-style curriculum, with the IB Diploma available.
- 2026/27 tuition: Pre-Kindergarten 659,000 THB; Elementary (KG–5) 1,015,000 THB; Middle (6–8) 1,137,000 THB; High (9–12) 1,197,000 THB.
- Other fees: one-time registration fee of 260,000 THB for new students; see the fee schedule for application and annual fees.
- Source: ISB school fees schedule 2026/2027 (PDF on isb.ac.th).
Many ISB families live in Nichada Thani itself, a gated community next to the campus.
Fees at a glance (2026/27)#
| School | Area | Tuition range (THB/year) | One-time entry fee (THB) | Deposit (THB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Sukhumvit 107 | Bang Na | 220,000–799,000 | 70,000–120,000 | 100,000 |
| Bangkok Patana | Bang Na | 577,000–1,014,000 | 250,000 (first child) | 50,000 |
| Harrow Bangkok | Don Mueang | 571,100–1,063,000 (from Pre-Nursery) | 225,000 | 200,000 |
| NIST | Sukhumvit 15 | 650,200–1,132,800 | 265,000 | 575,000 or 60,500/yr fee |
| ISB | Nonthaburi | 659,000–1,197,000 | 260,000 | See fee schedule |
| Shrewsbury | Riverside / Rama 9 | 696,300–1,256,700 | 225,000 | 225,000 |
Tuition ranges run from the youngest to the oldest full-year group. They do not include bus, uniform, trips, exam fees or, where charged, lunch.
How to compare schools#
- Start with the commute. Map the school against two or three neighbourhoods you would live in, and test the drive at 07:00 on a weekday.
- Check the curriculum path. British (IGCSE and A level), IB, or American. Think about where your child will finish school and go to university.
- Add the full first-year cost. Tuition + entrance or registration fee + deposit + bus + uniform + trips. The first year is much more expensive than later years.
- Ask about places. Popular year groups fill early., so ask about waiting lists and whether a fee is charged to join one.
- Read the withdrawal terms. Most schools require a full term's written notice to return the deposit.
- Check the school's licence. International schools in Thailand are licensed by the Office of the Private Education Commission. Many are also members of the International Schools Association of Thailand.
Living near the school#
Once you have a shortlist, use it to choose where to rent. See our guide to renting a condo in Bangkok as a foreigner, and browse real estate agents and property managers. If you are relocating for work, our guides to work permits and personal income tax cover the paperwork.
Frequently asked questions#
How much are international school fees in Bangkok? Among the large schools we checked, 2026/27 annual tuition runs from about 577,000 THB to 1,256,700 THB for full-day year groups, plus one-time entry fees of 70,000–265,000 THB and refundable deposits.
Which area of Bangkok has the most international schools? Sukhumvit and Bang Na have many schools and family housing. The riverside, Rama 9 and Don Mueang each have at least one large school.
Do international schools in Bangkok charge an entrance fee? Yes. Every school in this guide charges a one-time entrance, registration, enrolment or guaranteed-place fee for new students.
Is lunch included in school fees? It depends on the school. Shrewsbury and Harrow say lunch is included. St Andrews Sukhumvit 107 says canteen fees are not.
When do schools publish next year's fees? Most schools publish the next year's fees in the months before the new school year starts in August. Check each school's fees page.
