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International Schools in Phuket, Thailand

Compare 26 international schools in Phuket, Thailand. Filter by curriculum, fees (average THB 341,032), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
26
Curricula
23
Average annual fee
THB 341,032
Fee range
THB 147,960 – 950,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (8 schools)
Average school size
579 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Oak Meadow International School Phuket
Oldest
Buds International School Phuket (1990)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Phuket, Thailand

Phuket’s international schools are a relatively compact cluster of campuses that cater to families seeking an island lifestyle alongside an English-medium education, with many schools emphasising outdoor learning, sports and smaller class sizes. The island offers a mix of curricula - most commonly British (English National Curriculum through IGCSE and often A-levels or an IB pathway), the International Baccalaureate in its various stages, American-style programmes and a handful of bilingual or Montessori options. Instruction is predominantly in English, with Thai language and culture lessons commonly provided and Mandarin or other modern languages frequently offered as additional subjects. Fees and entry conditions vary substantially by school and age: day-school tuition typically ranges from several hundred thousand to around a million Thai baht per year for older year groups, and popular schools run year-round admissions with main intake windows and assessment/interview steps that can lead to waiting lists; families should factor in transport, uniforms and visa paperwork when planning a move.

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What curricula will my child be able to follow in Phuket and how do they differ?
You will find mainly British curriculum pathways (English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and often A-levels or a later IB option), schools offering the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and a smaller number using American-style programmes or Montessori and bilingual models. The British route is structured around year groups and externally assessed IGCSE/A-level examinations, the IB focuses on inquiry, breadth and an internationally recognised Diploma for university entry, and American or other models may use standards-based or mastery approaches; each leads to different assessment types and post-school recognition, so match the curriculum to your family’s university plans and learning preferences.
How much should we budget for international school tuition in Phuket?
Tuition varies by school, campus and age: many day places for primary and lower secondary start in the mid-hundreds of thousands of Thai baht per year, while older secondary and sixth-form places commonly reach several hundred thousand to around one million THB annually at some campuses. Expect additional compulsory costs such as registration/application fees, school uniforms, transport, extra-curricular activities and deposits or bonds; boarding places, where available, add substantially to the cost.
When should we apply and how competitive are places?
Many Phuket schools accept applications year-round but operate main intakes at the start of their academic year and at one or two mid-year windows; the exact months vary by school, so check each school’s published term dates. Popular schools use entrance assessments, interviews and prior-school reports and may operate waiting lists, so start enquiries several months before your planned move, confirm required documents for an education (ED) visa and consider a provisional place if offered.
What languages are used and what language support is available for non-Thai families?
English is the principal language of instruction across international schools in Phuket, with formal Thai language and culture lessons commonly included - Thai nationals may have specific curriculum requirements. Most schools offer English as an additional language (EAL/ELL) support for learners new to English and offer options for modern languages such as Mandarin or French; ask schools about the level and format of language support during your visit.
What should we look for when shortlisting and visiting schools in Phuket?
When you visit, check curriculum accreditation (for example IB authorisation, Cambridge or recognised international accreditations), the scale of pastoral care and safeguarding procedures, quality of English-language support, class sizes, extra-curricular provision and transport options that match where you will live. Also review facilities against the programmes you value (labs, sports, performing arts, outdoor learning), ask about teacher turnover and destination universities for leavers, and request the school’s published term dates, fees schedule and sample assessment reports before making a decision.

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