Panyathip British International School

Laos, Vientiane

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees LAK 4,900 - 9,600

Ages 1 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2001

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification

Taught languages Lao, English, Mandarin

Typical class size 20

Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages

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

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

PBIS is a British international school in Vientiane, Laos, serving ages 1 to 18. The campus at Saphanthong Neua Village provides a safe, welcoming environment and facilities. The school delivers a curriculum spanning EYFS, IEYC, IPC, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, alongside a BTEC qualification. It is a Cambridge Examination Centre and the first Laos-based school Cambridge Curriculum accredited, with IPC implemented and Lao national curriculum options for Lao students. Founded in 2001 by Pathana Panyathip, PBIS has grown to over a thousand students and now operates campuses including Savannakhet and Nonsavanh. Facilities include a library, sensory room, music and art rooms, science labs, an indoor canteen, a swimming pool, and a pitch. The school emphasises practical learning and citizenship, with IGCSE results around 95% pass, 20% A*-A, and 85% A*-C. Clubs span academics, arts, cultural and language activities, and leadership, with Student Councils and a House System.

www.pbis.edu.la

Saphanthong Neua Village, Sisattanak District, Vientiane, Lao PDR

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The Essentials

Location

PBIS is located in Vientiane, Lao PDR. It operates across three campuses in the city: Early Years Campus, Primary Campus and Secondary Campus. The main address is Saphanthong Neua Village, Sisattanak District, Vientiane.

Stages

Early Years; Primary; Secondary

Type

British international school in Laos offering an international programme based on the Cambridge Curriculum; Cambridge Checkpoint (Years 7–9) and IGCSE; Cambridge Examination Centre; IPC implemented.

Additional learning support

EAL (English as an Additional Language) pullout intervention to boost English language skills; in Secondary, EAL is provided in-class or as separate EAL classes; uses Education Perfect.

Country affiliation

British orientation; Cambridge Curriculum; COBIS and FOBISIA membership.

School day structure

International Programme day begins at 08:30 and ends at 15:30; Lao curriculum hours may extend beyond.

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Fees

Application / Registration fees
- Registration fee (new enrolment): USD 1,000. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The registration fee is discounted by 50% for students who previously withdrew and re-apply within two (2) years of original enrolment.
- Deposit: USD 600 required to secure a seat (deadline stated in the schedule). The deposit is deducted from the total school fees payable; full payment deadlines are specified in the school calendar.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term)
- Early Years — Toddler / Foundation: Tuition USD 4,900 per year. Total school fees shown for this band: USD 4,900 per year. Per term (2 terms per year): USD 2,450 per term. Meal fee: not charged separately for this band as shown.
- Early Years — Nursery / Reception: Tuition USD 6,000 per year. Total school fees shown for this band: USD 6,000 per year. Per term (2 terms per year): USD 3,000 per term. Meal fee: not charged separately for this band as shown.
- Primary (Year 1 to Year 6): Tuition USD 8,100 per year; Meal fee USD 620 per year; Total school fees USD 8,720 per year. Per term (2 terms per year): Tuition USD 4,050 per term; Meal fee USD 310 per term; Total per term USD 4,360.
- Secondary Year 7 to Year 9: Tuition USD 8,600 per year; Meal fee USD 760 per year; Total school fees USD 9,360 per year. Per term (2 terms per year): Tuition USD 4,300 per term; Meal fee USD 380 per term; Total per term USD 4,680.
- Secondary Year 10 to Year 11: Tuition USD 9,300 per year; Meal fee USD 760 per year; Total school fees USD 10,060 per year. Per term (2 terms per year): Tuition USD 4,650 per term; Meal fee USD 380 per term; Total per term USD 5,030.
- Secondary Year 12 to Year 13: Tuition USD 9,600 per year; Meal fee USD 760 per year; Total school fees USD 10,360 per year. Per term (2 terms per year): Tuition USD 4,800 per term; Meal fee USD 380 per term; Total per term USD 5,180.

Other mandatory and optional fees
- Meal fees: Primary USD 620 per year; Secondary USD 760 per year. All students are required to have school lunches on campus daily; allowances for specific dietary requirements are by written request and school approval.
- Bus service (optional): USD 900 per year for one-way; USD 1,800 per year for two-way (charged per year; subject to route/seat availability).
- Lao Studies (Secondary optional/additional): USD 360 per year for Secondary students (charged per year upon registration).
- IEP (Intensive English Program) support fee (where required): USD 1,400 per term (two terms per year: August–December and January–June) — applies to Secondary students who require IEP as determined by Academic Leadership.
- Supplementary fees (charged as applicable): elective or discretionary activities, school events, field trips, sports trips, extracurricular activities, additional transcript requests, late drop-off and pick-up fees, VISA fees, examination-related fees beyond those included in tuition where applicable. Uniforms and school books are not included in the school fees and are charged separately.
- Sibling discounts: eldest child charged at full tuition rate; second child receives 5% discount on tuition; third and subsequent children receive 10% discount. Sibling discounts are not cumulative with other discount schemes.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are invoiced in full for the year. Standard payment deadline shown: fees must be paid by 30 July (deadline date given in the published schedule). A specified deposit deadline and a full-payment confirmation date are applied for new enrolments (deposit due by the stated date; full payment due by the stated confirmation date).
- The registration fee (USD 1,000) must be paid in advance at submission of application documents. The deposit (USD 600) is credited against the total school fees once paid.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees or boarding arrangements are listed in the school fee schedule. The published fee schedule covers day-school items (tuition, meals, bus, supplementary activities).

Refund information
- Registration fee (USD 1,000) is explicitly non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit (USD 600) is shown as a deduction from the total school fees payable; the schedule does not list the registration fee as refundable. Other refund or withdrawal rules are not itemised in the fee schedule document.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Bank transfer details for payment are published in the fee schedule (local bank accounts in LAK and USD across named banks). Payments by bank transfer to the school's listed accounts are the payment mechanism documented in the schedule. Specific acceptance of credit-card payments or other electronic payment channels is not itemised in the published fee schedule.

Academics

Curriculum

The school was the first international school in Laos to be Cambridge Curriculum accredited. It is a Cambridge Examination Centre, offering the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations. It was the first school in Laos to implement the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). For Lao students, the Lao national curriculum and examinations are provided to meet the needs of the diverse international and Lao community. IEYC and IPC programs are implemented as part of the curriculum.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size is 20; student to teacher ratio is 6:1.

Exam Results

IGCSE results show a 95% total pass rate, 20% A-A grades, and 85% of students achieving grades A-C.

Higher Education Progression

A Level academic pathway and a BTEC vocational pathway are available.

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Admissions

1. Registration. The process begins with registration. Applications are accepted year-round to welcome students from Early Years through Secondary. The application form and required documents are submitted to the admissions office for the appropriate division. The pre-admission form is used to register interest and a campus tour can be arranged.

2. Review Process. Applicants undergo both a written and oral assessment. Applications typically take one week or less to process. The process includes an initial assessment followed by an 8-week trial period to determine fit with the school. Final acceptance is offered to applicants who meet the criteria.

3. Enrolment. Once an offer of admission is made, registration and school fees should be paid within one month. Parents sign the contract agreement regarding school fees as part of enrolment. An admission checklist is provided to guide the final steps.

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FAQs

Where are Panyathip British International School's campuses located and what are they called?

PBIS operates in Vientiane, Laos, across three campuses: Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. The main address is Saphanthong Neua Village, Sisattanak District, with separate campuses for Early Years, Primary, and Secondary.

What is the age range and which curricula does PBIS offer?

PBIS serves students from age 1 to 18. It is Cambridge Curriculum accredited, a Cambridge Examination Centre (offering IGCSE), and was the first Lao school to implement the International Primary Curriculum (IPC); Lao students can follow the Lao national curriculum alongside the international offerings.

Is PBIS a co-educational school and when was it established?

Yes, PBIS is a co-educational school. It opened in 2001 and has grown to serve a diverse international and Lao community.

What are the typical tuition fees and major costs by year group?

Tuition ranges from USD 4,900 to USD 9,600 per year depending on the year group. There is a non-refundable registration fee of USD 1,000 and a security deposit of USD 600. Primary and Secondary students have meal fees, and there are optional bus services; fees are invoiced annually with payment due by 30 July.

How does the admissions process work, and what should families expect?

Applications are accepted year‑round. Applicants undergo a written and oral assessment, followed by an 8‑week trial period. If an offer is made, registration and fees must be paid within one month as part of enrolment.

Are there any discounts for siblings?

Yes. The eldest child pays full tuition. The second child receives a 5% tuition discount, and the third and subsequent children receive a 10% discount. Discounts are not cumulative with other discount schemes.

What academic pathways and assessment results define PBIS?

PBIS offers the Cambridge curriculum with IGCSE at secondary level, plus pathways to A Level and a BTEC vocational route. IGCSE results are strong: about 95% pass rate, 20% with A*-A grades, and 85% with A*-C grades.

What are typical class sizes and student‑teacher ratios?

PBIS maintains an average class size of about 20 students and a student‑to‑teacher ratio of 6:1.

What facilities and campuses support learning at PBIS?

The school features well‑equipped libraries, science labs, music and art rooms, and a sensory room. There is an indoor canteen, a swimming pool, and a mid‑sized pitch to support a range of activities across the campuses.

Are there sports facilities and clubs available for students?

Yes. PBIS has a swimming pool and a mid‑sized pitch for diverse sports, and offers clubs such as Football, Basketball, Badminton, Taekwondo, Robotics, STEM, Lego, Coding, Creative Writing, and Debate.

What kinds of leadership opportunities exist beyond the classroom?

Students can participate in Student Councils and a House System which provide leadership platforms, complemented by events like Sports Day, Pi Day, STEAM Day, and International Week.

What extracurricular activities or camps are offered?

Beyond regular clubs, PBIS runs a Summer Camp and various hobby groups, with field trips and special activities as part of the broader extracurricular program.

How does PBIS support student wellbeing and safeguarding?

PBIS provides a comprehensive pastoral care program, PSHE, and a dedicated school counsellor. Safeguarding is embedded in all practices with trained staff, a safeguarding team on each campus, and a dedicated contact email for concerns.

What SEN and EAL support services are available?

PBIS offers EAL pullout intervention and in‑class support as needed, with assessments on entry to tailor support. The school uses Education Perfect to aid language development and curriculum access.

How is safeguarding communicated to parents and students?

Staff receive safeguarding training, there is a safeguarding team on each campus, and parents can report concerns via the safeguarding email; clear policies support a safe school environment.

Is there a house system and how does it influence school culture?

Yes, the House System fosters friendships, citizenship and identity, and encourages friendly competition through events like Sports Day, Team Building Day, and other campus activities.

What is the on‑campus food situation and dietary accommodations?

The indoor canteen offers diverse, healthy options with a salad bar; dietary requirements can be accommodated by written request, and students may also bring their own food.

Who governs PBIS and what is its leadership structure?

PBIS is governed by a nine‑member Board of Trustees. The founder and director is Pathana Panyathip, with Palinyakone Panyathip serving as CEO, guiding the school's mission and long‑term strategy.

What accreditations or memberships does PBIS hold?

PBIS is a Cambridge Curriculum–accredited school and a Cambridge Examination Centre. It is a member of FOBISIA and COBIS, reflecting international standards and affiliations.

Is PBIS bilingual and what languages are taught?

PBIS operates with bilingual provision in mind, delivering an international Lao curriculum. English‑medium education is provided for Lao and international students, while Lao‑medium instruction is available for Lao learners; Lao language and literature are taught within the Lao curriculum.

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