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SCHOOLS
Thinking of joining the ranks of expats in beautiful, sun-soaked, friendly Thailand? Setting up a base in Phuket is a great option, with its thriving expat community, plenty of family-friendly facilities for the kids and a choice of highly regarded international schools. Here’s what you need to know about the latter...
As a long-established hub for international tourism, English is widely spoken in Phuket. So it should come as no surprise that it also dominates as the language of instruction on the island’s international schools.
The steady stream of expats in Thailand means that native English-speaking teachers are commonly found, and a variety of curricula are on offer. As you may expect, English-speaking curricula are in the majority - British, American and International specifically. Thai, French and a select few others are also represented.
Thai language and culture classes will be a mandatory part of your child’s education in international schools in Phuket. This is a great way for your children to engage with and understand their new home. You will also find that some international schools teach Christian values. This is because they were founded by missionaries - however, your child does not need to follow a Christian faith to attend.
Phuket's international schools typically follow the international school calendar. The school year begins in August and runs until May. The calendar is broken into three semesters, with one or two-week long breaks at the midpoint and end of each semester.
Outside of term time, extra curricular programs and summer camps are often offered. These range from sports to creative arts, and everything in between. Some schools have pre-schools attached for ages 2 and up, but usually for mornings only. If you have older children attending school and younger children in need of daytime care, this can be a convenient option.
Few international schools in Phuket are located in the island’s urban centre of Phuket city. Instead, they’re spread out across the island. The biggest cluster of schools can be found in Chalong in the south, with another cluster in the north east of the island in easy reach of the airport. Wherever you choose to base yourself, you can be sure an international school won’t be too far away.
It’s well known that international schools in Asia don't come cheap. Thailand, however, is one of the more affordable countries on the continent and can offer surprising value for money. Don’t get too excited at the prospect of cash savings though - all the usual international school fees still apply. That means a once-off application fee, a registration fee, and tuition fees to start with. Transport and lunches are usually added extras, as are any optional extra-curricular programs.
However, the trade-off of top-class facilities and staff, small class sizes, high standards of education, and living life in one of the most beautiful places in the world is most definitely worth it.
FINNWAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Welcome to the exclusive education at Finnway International School Phuket. Education the fun, innovative, Finnish way.
"A unique educational journey that inspires a passion for learning through fun and engaging personalised learning experiences."
Finland is recognised and envied by the rest of the world for two significant reasons. Firstly, their high-quality educational system, has elevated them to achieve some of the highest academic results in the world. Secondly, the highest levels of happiness in the world that their children and adults enjoy. Our school combines an academic curriculum of excellence with innovative learning engagement, where the educational process includes the happy, healthy and holistic development of the whole child. Imagine a proven school system where your child reaches exceptional academic heights, but the learning journey is one of personalised, fun, hands-on learning experiences, which makes your child excited to come to school every single day.
CURRICULUM: FINNISH
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 2 TO 12
FEES: THB 644,000 - THB 351,000
WEBSITE: https://finnwayphuket.com
KATA NOI BEACH
The International School of Phuket is an established University of Cambridge School founded in 2008 and with a long tradition of bringing education and care to all the children who walk through its gates.
CURRICULUM: BRITISH
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 6 TO 12
FEES: THB 161,820 - THB 161,820
WEBSITE: https://ispphuket.com
THE WALDORF PHUKET
The Waldorf Phuket is a nature-based learning community inspired by the Waldorf philosophy.
The Waldorf Phuket location offers a really unique experience for the students because they have the chance to interact with gentle elephants as the school is located inside an elephant sanctuary - Phuket Nature Elephant Reserve.
CURRICULUM: WALDORF
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 3 TO 12
FEES: NOT MADE PUBLIC
WEBSITE: https://www.waldorfphuket.com
HEADSTART INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
HeadStart International School, Phuket is a high achieving, co-educational British International School located in the heart of Phuket. It offers the English National Curriculum for students from 2 to 18 years of age.
CURRICULUM: BRITISH
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 2 TO 18
FEES: THB 330,000 - THB 467,000
WEBSITE: https://headstartphuket.com
WITTAYA SATHID SCHOOL
Wittaya Sathid School offers:
- Modern curriculum with emphasis on child
- Development by experienced teachers
- Standard classrooms, well equipped with teaching materials
- Skill improvement by modern technique
- Learning English with native speakers
CURRICULUM: INTERNATIONAL/ THAI
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH/ THAI
AGES: 2 TO 12
FEES: NOT MADE PUBLIC
WEBSITE: https://wstpkt.ac.th
MONTESSORI HOUSE PHUKET INTERNATIONAL
Montessori House Phuket International School is a private school for children ages 3-12, offering Montessori education in Phuket, Thailand. Located in the community of Chalong, and set in a in a lush environment near Chalong Temple. MHPI is the alternative for those who are seeking child-centered, English language education at an internationally licensed school in Phuket.
CURRICULUM: MONTESSORI
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 3 TO 12
FEES: THB 241,000 - THB 305,700
WEBSITE: https://www.montessori-thailand.com
KAJONKIET INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Kajonkiet International School, Phuket is a co-educational day school for children aged 2 to 18. Set in 15 Rai of spectacular grounds, KIS students are part of a friendly, caring community which promotes respect and responsibility.
CURRICULUM: BRITISH
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 2 TO 18
FEES: THB 265,000 - THB 424,300
WEBSITE: https://www.kisp.academy
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Known for its outstanding holistic education and its remarkably strong ‘academy’ structure and facilities, the British International School, Phuket offers a truly unique international education experience for both boarding and day students; in the exceptional and healthy environment of a tropical island and with a wide range of academic, artistic and sporting opportunities, it is quite simply an education like no other.
CURRICULUM: BRITISH
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 3 TO 18
FEES: THB 452,100 - THB 899,900
WEBSITE: https://www.bisphuket.ac.th/
UWC THAILAND
United World College Thailand is a 3-programme IB school situated in the North of Phuket, Thailand, welcoming students aged 2 years - 18 years old.
CURRICULUM: INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 2 TO 18
FEES: THB 497,000 - THB 876,000
WEBSITE: https://www.uwcthailand.ac.th
QSI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
QSI International School of Phuket is an American Curriculum, fully accredited, private, non-profit institution that opened in September of 2000. It offers an exemplary, projected based education in English language for preschool, elementary and secondary students. Its warm and welcoming school community makes an ideal place for children to learn and grow. The school is housed in purpose-built facilities in the beautiful countryside of Kathu, Phuket.
CURRICULUM: AMERICAN
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 2 TO 18
FEES: NOT MADE PUBLIC
WEBSITE: https://phuket.qsi.org
BUDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Buds International School Phuket is the oldest established child care facility and provider of quality education in Phuket. Buds offers schooling from nursery to primary levels. This boutique international school in Chalong, Phuket is designed specifically as a nursery, kindergarten and primary school facility in order to provide your child with the best possible learning environment. Buds caters to international and Thai children between the ages of 12 months and 12 years.
CURRICULUM: AMERICAN
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 1 TO 12
FEES: THB 169,00 - THB 189,000
WEBSITE: https://www.buds-phuket.com
LIGHTHOUSE INTERNATIONAL
Founded by parents and educators, Lighthouse International School of Phuket has a unique vision to help students find their own path in life through structured study that allows students to follow their passion.
CURRICULUM: CANADIAN/ WALDORF
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 2 TO 18
FEES: THB 240,000 - THB 368,000
WEBSITE: https://lighthousephuket.com
BCIS PHUKET
In today's complicated world, it is more important than ever that our children understand what it means to be a global citizen. At BCIS we pride ourselves on our multicultural learning environment and community. Our students don’t just become bilingual they become immersed in a number of diverse cultures and communities. Our student body comprises close to 60 different nationalities which allows students to learn and appreciate all cultures and ethnicities from around the world, while our teachers and staff are globally minded and encourage our students to become inter-culturally adept global citizens.
CURRICULUM: BRITISH/ FRENCH
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
AGES: 2 TO 18
FEES: THB 267,120 - THB 441,910
WEBSITE: https://bcisphuket.ac.th