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International Curriculum International Schools in Laos

Compare 4 International Curriculum international schools in Laos. Filter by curriculum, fees (average LAK 19,252,865), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
4
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
LAK 19,252,865
Fee range
LAK 3,020 – 51,600,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (4 schools)
Oldest
Panyathip British International School (2001)
About international schools in Laos

International-curriculum international schools in Laos form a small, largely Vientiane-centred sector that mixes English-medium and bilingual Lao - English provision alongside a longstanding French lycée option. Common pathways you will see are International Baccalaureate, Cambridge/IGCSE sequences and the French national programme, with some schools offering blended bilingual tracks to keep Lao language and culture in the curriculum. Published annual tuition varies widely by school and by age, with smaller bilingual schools reporting fees in the low thousands of US dollars and established full international schools commonly publishing fees from around US$10,000 up into the mid-US$20,000s for senior secondary. Most international schools in Laos operate a two-semester academic year that broadly follows an August/September start and a May/June finish, and admissions are managed year-round but families aiming for an August/September start should begin enquiries many months earlier.

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3 international schools in Vientiane

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Panyathip British International School logo

Panyathip British International School

EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) · Ages 1 to 18

LAK 4,900 - 9,600
Ages 1 to 18 years
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Instructs in English
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Oscar International School - Ban Nongheo logo

Oscar International School - Ban Nongheo

IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum) · Ages 1 to 17

LAK 27,000,000 - 43,000,000
Ages 1 to 17 years
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Australian Curriculum, British Curriculum
Instructs in English and Lao
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Oscar International School - Ban Phakhao logo

Oscar International School - Ban Phakhao

IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum) · From age 2

LAK 32,400,000 - 51,600,000
From age 2
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Australian Curriculum, American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Instructs in English and Lao
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1 international school in Savannakhet

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Panyathip British International School – Savannakhet

EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IPC (International Primary Curriculum) · Ages 2 to 17

LAK 3,020 - 5,400
Ages 2 to 17 years
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Instructs in English and Lao
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FAQs for Laos

What curricular options will my child typically find at international schools in Laos?
You will commonly encounter the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge/IGCSE pathways and the French national curriculum, plus bilingual programmes that combine the Lao national curriculum with an international syllabus. Individual schools vary in which programmes they authorise or deliver, so check whether a school is authorised for IB programmes or registered with Cambridge or the French education authority before you apply.
Which language is used for teaching, and will my child be supported if English isn’t their first language?
English is the primary medium in most international schools, but bilingual Lao - English streams and a French lycée are also available, reflecting Laos’s multilingual environment. Schools typically offer English as an additional language (EAL/ESL) support for learners who need it and teach Lao language and culture in varying degrees; ask individual schools about the scope and intensity of language support.
How much should I expect to pay in school fees?
Fees vary considerably: smaller bilingual schools can charge in the low thousands of US dollars per year, while established full international schools commonly publish fees from roughly US$10,000 up to the mid-US$20,000s for older students, with additional charges for registration, capital or bus services. Many schools publish a detailed fee schedule for each year group on their websites, so request the current schedule and ask about extras such as exams, school trips and bus costs.
When should we start the admissions process if we want to move to Laos for the next school year?
Begin enquiries as early as 6 - 12 months before your intended start date, because popular year groups often fill and some schools have entrance assessments, interviews or document checks. Although many schools accept applications year-round, international schools in Laos generally follow a shared August/September intake pattern and will expect academic records, immunisation records and, in some cases, assessment visits before offering a place.
What age ranges and stages do international schools in Laos cover?
There is a mix of provision: some schools offer early years and primary only, many provide K - 12 from pre-school through secondary, and a few focus on particular stages such as primary or middle school. If your child needs continuity through to university exit qualifications, confirm that the school offers the complete secondary pathway (IGCSE/IB DP or the French baccalauréat) rather than stopping at lower secondary.