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SEN International Schools in Koh Samui, Thailand

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About international schools in Koh Samui, Thailand

International schools on Koh Samui are a small, island-centred network that mostly follow British-style pathways (Cambridge / UK National Curriculum through IGCSE and A-level) while also offering bilingual Thai - English options and a full French track on the island. Fees vary strongly by school and by age: budget-minded bilingual primaries can publish annual tuition in the low six-figure baht range while established British international schools' senior-year fees commonly reach into the mid-hundreds of thousands of baht per year, and most schools also charge joining fees, deposits, transport and exam or ESL costs. Admissions usually work to a three-term academic calendar with fixed term start dates, and schools typically ask for an application, recent school reports, an entry assessment or interview and evidence of English ability when required. Because Koh Samui is an island, families should check school-bus coverage, commute times from likely neighbourhoods and whether the school handles visa and homestay information for international students before committing.

Compare 2 SEN / Special Education international schools in Koh Samui, Thailand. Filter by curriculum, fees (average THB 436,593), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 2 schools · avg fee THB 436,593
Schools listed
2
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
THB 436,593
Fee range
THB 244,030 – 618,585
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (2 schools)
Average school size
400 pupils
Largest by enrolment
PBISS International School
Oldest
PBISS International School (2005)
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Which curricula are available on Koh Samui?
Most international schools on Koh Samui follow the British model (National Curriculum of England/Cambridge leading to IGCSE and A-levels), several smaller schools use Cambridge or UK-informed primary programmes, there are bilingual Thai - English primary options, and one campus on the island runs a French national pathway alongside a British section. These different routes suit different onward plans - British/Cambridge is straightforward for transfer into UK/Commonwealth systems, the French pathway follows the French Ministry network, and bilingual schools focus on Thai language and local reintegration options.
How much do international schools on the island cost?
Annual tuition on Koh Samui varies widely: some bilingual primary schools publish fees around THB 115,000 - 130,000 per year, several British-curriculum primaries are in the roughly THB 180,000 - 300,000 band, and larger British international schools show senior-year fees that can reach into the THB 500,000 - 650,000 range; parents should also budget for joining fees, refundable deposits, bus routes, exam and optional ESL or activity charges. Fee schedules and payment options are published by schools and differ by year group, so compare the current school fee pages and any additional mandatory charges before deciding.
When should we apply and what is the admissions rhythm?
Most schools on Koh Samui run a three-term academic year with term start dates in the late summer/early autumn and again in January and April, so main intake points align to the first day of term; some schools also accept mid-term admissions subject to availability. Applications commonly require an enrolment form, recent school reports, an assessment and/or interview and evidence of English ability; schools routinely publish application deadlines, joining fees and payment schedules on their admissions pages.
What ages and stages do local international schools cover?
Provision on the island ranges from nursery and early years up to secondary: some schools are small primaries (early years to about Year 6), several follow students through IGCSE and A-level equivalent years up to age 18, and bilingual schools often stop at primary level. If you need continuous secondary provision through to university-entry qualifications, check each school’s age range and whether it offers IGCSE/A-levels or an alternative senior pathway before you relocate.
Is instruction in English, and are other languages taught?
English is the primary language of instruction at the island’s British-curriculum schools, while bilingual schools split teaching between Thai and English to promote Thai literacy; the French-track campus teaches through French with intensive English and additional language options. Many schools also offer Mandarin, Spanish or other modern languages as part of the curriculum or as extra-curricular options, and several publish tiered English-support programmes for students joining with limited English.
What should relocating parents check when comparing schools on Koh Samui?
Verify the curriculum and leaving qualification to match your family’s long-term plans, inspect the detailed fee schedule (including joining fees, deposits, bus and exam costs), and confirm class sizes and English-support arrangements for non-native speakers. Also check practical matters that matter on an island: daily commute times and whether the school’s bus routes cover your neighbourhood, published safeguarding and accreditation statements, and how the school handles visa, homestay or temporary housing support for newly arrived families.

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