EtonHouse Bhutan International School

Bhutan, Thimphu

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Singapore Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels

Taught languages English, Mandarin

Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, High School

Introduction

Situated in Thimphu, EtonHouse Bhutan International School serves students aged 3 to 18. The campus blends traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship with design in a purpose-built environment that supports inquiry-led learning. The school offers a bespoke pre-school to high school curriculum, anchored by a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach in Early Years (EtonHouse Inquire. Think. Learn). Primary uses the International Primary Curriculum and Singapore Maths, with emphasis on inquiry, creativity and learner agency. In Secondary, students follow the Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE, progressing to Cambridge International A-Levels in Sixth Form. The multilingual program covers English, Dzongkha and Mandarin, with Bhutanese culture and Dzongkha woven into learning. Facilities include a Research and Innovation Centre, dedicated science laboratories, cultural learning spaces, a multipurpose sports hall and a dedicated performing arts space, plus Reggio-inspired ateliers. The school is part of EtonHouse International Education Group, with a 30-year history and 100 campuses across eight countries.

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EtonHouse Bhutan International School, Post Box No 305, Thimphu, Bhutan

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The Essentials

Location

Post Box No 305, Thimphu, Bhutan. Bhutan's first international K–12 school.

Stages

Early Years (3-6 years), Primary Years (6-11 years), Secondary (11-16 years), Sixth Form (16-18 years)

Country affiliation

Bhutan

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Fees

Application / Admission Fees
- No published figure for an application or admission fee for the 2026/27 academic year is available. An admission fee was reported as "to be announced" during official local coverage of the school launch.

Tuition Fees by Year Group (per term / per year)
- The school has not published detailed tuition fees by year group or by term for the 2026/27 academic year (and no earlier detailed fee schedule is publicly available on the school's information page). No per-term or per-year tuition amounts are available to report.
- A national arrangement includes a policy-level subsidy: Bhutanese students will receive a 40% subsidy on school fees under the partnership arrangements announced at launch.
- A dedicated scholarship scheme will provide full tuition sponsorship for up to ten outstanding Bhutanese students.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- No published billing schedule (for example, annual vs termly invoicing), payment deadlines, or detailed payment terms are available for the 2026/27 academic year.

Boarding Fees
- There is no published information indicating that boarding is offered or any associated boarding fees. No boarding fee schedule is available.

Other Costs and Fees (uniforms, transport, meals, insurance, refundable deposits, facilities fees, exam fees, etc.)
- No published details are available for additional compulsory or optional fees such as uniforms, school transport, meals, student insurance, facilities fees, exam fees, or stationery charges for the 2026/27 academic year.

Refunds and Fee Adjustment / Withdrawal Policy
- No published refund policy, fee adjustment schedule, or rules governing refunds on withdrawal or early termination of enrollment are available for the 2026/27 academic year.

Accepted Payment Methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.)
- No published information is available specifying accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, or in-person payment).

Summary of confirmed fee-related facts
- The school is operating for Academic Year 26/27.
- The government–EtonHouse partnership includes a 40% fee subsidy for Bhutanese students and a scholarship scheme that can fully sponsor up to ten Bhutanese students.

Brief note on availability of fee data
- Detailed fee figures (application/admission fees, tuition per term or per year by year group, boarding fees, billing schedule, refund policy, and payment methods) for the 2026/27 academic year are not published in the school's publicly available information for the Bhutan campus. The items above reflect the only published, fee-related facts discovered at launch and in official announcements.

Academics

Curriculum

A complete educational pathway from pre-school to high school. Early Years use the EtonHouse Inquire. Think. Learn curriculum with a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based approach. Primary Years feature the International Primary Curriculum and Singapore Maths, with emphasis on inquiry, creativity and learner agency. Secondary offers the Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE, followed by Cambridge International A-Levels in Sixth Form. The multilingual programme supports English, Dzongkha and Mandarin, and Bhutanese culture and Dzongkha are integrated into the curriculum.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates go on to leading universities worldwide.

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FAQs

Where is EtonHouse Bhutan International School located and what age range does it serve?

The school is located at Post Box No 305, Thimphu, Bhutan. It serves students aged 3 to 18, from Early Years through Sixth Form, offering a complete K–12 pathway.

What curriculum does the school offer across its years?

Early Years use the EtonHouse Inquire. Think. Learn curriculum with a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based approach. Primary uses the International Primary Curriculum and Singapore Maths, with emphasis on inquiry, creativity and learner agency. Secondary offers Cambridge Lower Secondary and Cambridge IGCSE, followed by Cambridge International A-Levels in Sixth Form, with a multilingual program in English, Dzongkha and Mandarin and Bhutanese culture integrated.

Who governs the school and what is its relationship to the Bhutan government?

The school is part of the EtonHouse International Education Group. It was established in partnership with the Royal Government of Bhutan as Bhutan's first international K–12 school, reflecting a shared focus on culture and global education.

Is there government support or scholarships for Bhutanese students?

Yes. Bhutanese students receive a 40% subsidy on school fees under the government partnership. There is also a scholarship scheme that can fully sponsor up to ten Bhutanese students.

What about application/admission fees or tuition costs for 2026/27?

Detailed figures for admission fees and tuition per term or per year for 2026/27 have not been published. The available information only confirms the government subsidy and scholarships.

Are admissions process or waitlists information available?

Admissions process and waitlist details are not published in the available information. Prospective families should seek direct guidance from the school for the latest details.

What can students expect academically from Early Years to Sixth Form?

Early Years follow the EtonHouse Inquire. Think. Learn approach with a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based style. Primary uses the International Primary Curriculum and Singapore Maths, focusing on inquiry, creativity and learner agency. Secondary provides Cambridge Lower Secondary and Cambridge IGCSE, followed by Cambridge International A-Levels in Sixth Form. The program is multilingual with English, Dzongkha and Mandarin, and Bhutanese culture is integrated.

Do graduates commonly go on to universities abroad?

Yes. Graduates go on to leading universities worldwide. The school's international pathways support global higher education destinations.

Are there dedicated science labs and a research facility?

Yes. The campus has dedicated Science laboratories for Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and a Research and Innovation Centre that integrates the Library, STEAM and ICT to support inquiry and experimentation.

What campus facilities support learning and well-being?

The campus blends traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship with contemporary design. It includes a Research and Innovation Centre, science laboratories, cultural learning spaces, a multipurpose sports hall and a dedicated performing arts space.

What arts and cultural spaces are available?

There is a dedicated performing arts space for music, drama and movement, plus Reggio-inspired ateliers for expressive media, and cultural learning spaces that honor Bhutanese history and Dzongkha.

What kinds of activities exist beyond the classroom?

Beyond the classroom, learning is enriched by spaces for creative expression and interdisciplinary work. The Performing Arts space and Reggio ateliers enable hands-on exploration, while the Research and Innovation Centre supports STEAM and ICT-based inquiry. Cultural learning and language immersion run through the curriculum.

What language support and multilingual learning does the school offer?

The school runs a multilingual program that includes English, Dzongkha and Mandarin. Language immersion is integrated across the full pathway, supporting bilingual and multilingual proficiency.

How is students' wellbeing supported?

Well-being and holistic development are central to learning. Students grow academically, socially and emotionally in a safe, nurturing environment.

Is there SEN or EAL support available?

EAL support is provided through multilingual instruction. Explicit SEN details are not published in the available information.

What about safeguarding and mental health provisions?

Mental wellbeing is prioritized as part of the school's holistic approach. The school provides a safe, nurturing environment for students, though specific safeguarding policies are not detailed in the available data.

Are there accreditations or awards mentioned?

There are no published accreditations or awards in the available information.

What about class sizes or student-teacher ratios?

Publicly available information does not report class sizes or student-teacher ratios.

Are uniforms, transport, meals or other fees published for 2026/27?

Uniforms, transport, meals and other fees are not publicly published for the 2026/27 year. Detailed cost information would be provided by the school at enrollment.

How does the school approach language learning and bilingual education?

Languages taught include English, Dzongkha and Mandarin, with immersion across all year groups. The program is designed to foster bilingual and multilingual proficiency throughout the full pathway.

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