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International Schools in Vientiane, Laos

Compare 17 international schools in Vientiane, Laos. Filter by curriculum, fees (average LAK 7,706,475), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
17
Curricula
20
Average annual fee
LAK 8,093
Fee range
LAK 3,800 – 28,200
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (7 schools)
Average school size
619 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Kiettisack International School – Vientiane
Oldest
Lycée Français International de Vientiane Josué-Hoffet (1986)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Vientiane, Laos

International schools in Vientiane form a small, varied sector that typically serves both expatriate and local families with English-medium and bilingual options alongside a French lycée offering the French national curriculum. Curricula you are likely to find include the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge (IGCSE/A-level) pathways and the French national programme, with Lao language and additional mother-tongue or language-support classes commonly available. Annual tuition varies widely by school and by grade - from several thousand US dollars for some younger years up to mid-to-high five-figure sums at established international campuses - and some schools add capital, transport or enrollment charges. The academic year in many Vientiane schools runs on an August - June rhythm with two semesters, and schools commonly accept enquiries year-round but ask families to apply well before the August intake; expect to provide previous school records, health and vaccination documents and to arrange visas or residence permits as part of relocation planning.

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What curricula do international schools in Vientiane offer and how do they differ?
You will find a mix of curricula: some schools deliver the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP/MYP/DP), others follow Cambridge programmes (IGCSE and post-16 qualifications) and there is at least one French lycée using the French national curriculum. Each pathway has different assessment emphases and university recognition patterns, so choose a curriculum aligned with your child’s likely next destinations and preferred teaching style.
How much should we budget for school fees and extra costs?
Tuition varies by age and by school - published schedules show fees from several thousand dollars a year for early years up to more than US$20,000 - 25,000 per year at some international campuses, and some families receive education allowances from employers that reflect these higher figures. Be sure to budget also for one-off enrolment or capital fees, school transport, meals, uniforms and extracurricular costs when comparing total annual outlay.
What language(s) are lessons taught in and is support available for non-English speakers?
Most international schools in Vientiane are English-medium, with Lao language tuition and options to maintain other mother tongues; the French lycée teaches primarily in French following the French national programme. Larger schools typically offer English language acquisition or EAL support and may run mother-tongue/home-language programmes to help students keep up academically while learning the school’s language of instruction.
When does the school year start and how far in advance should we apply?
Many schools operate an August - June academic year with two semesters and publish calendars and application procedures for that cycle, so families relocating in the northern-hemisphere summer should begin enquiries several months before arrival. Some schools accept enquiries and place students on a rolling basis, but priority places for the new school year are typically filled in the months leading to August, so early contact, document preparation and any required assessments or language testing are recommended.
What practical things should relocating families check when comparing schools in Vientiane?
Check accreditation or external inspection status, curriculum alignment with your home country or planned university destination, the availability of language-support and learning-support services, class sizes and staff turnover, and the full fee schedule (including capital, transport and extracurricular charges). Also confirm practical matters such as school transport coverage, health and vaccination requirements, and the school’s experience supporting international students through visa or residency processes.