Santisouk Montessori Preschool

Laos, Vientiane

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Lao

Fees LAK 4,970 - 5,200

Ages 2 - 6 years

Pupil numbers 75

Type Co-educational

Opened 1993

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Montessori Curriculum

Taught languages Lao, English

Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Performing Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Early Years, Preschool

Introduction

Santisouk Montessori Preschool in Vientiane, Lao PDR, offers a Montessori program for children aged 2 to 6. The school provides a prepared environment with mixed-age Casa groups and a focus on independent, self-directed learning. For ages 3–6, learning areas are practical life, language, sensorial, and science and math. Children use Montessori materials at their own pace; mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities. The bilingual English and Lao curriculum supports language development and cultural awareness. Established in 1993, it is Lao PDR's oldest Montessori school and welcomes families from 19 countries, with a yearly intake of about 75 students. Governance includes a General Assembly and a School Board of elected parent volunteers. The school is known for experienced teachers and a community-oriented, international atmosphere, with extracurriculars such as music, dance, yoga, swimming, and theme-related activities. A Culture and Science Area and a Social-Emotional Skills program enrich the curriculum for families abroad.

www.santisouk.org

PO Box 5340, Ban Vatnak, Vientiane, Lao PDR

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The Essentials

Location

Ban Vatnak, Vientiane, Lao PDR. PO Box 5340; Office: 021-316-023. The school location is opposite of In Cafe.

Stages

3 to 6 years old; Montessori preschool

Type

Preschool; Montessori method; bilingual English and Lao

Pupil Nationality Mix

Children enrolled from 19 different countries; Lao students form part of the community.

Country affiliation

Lao PDR (Laos)

School day structure

School hours: Monday–Thursday 7:30 am – 4:30 pm; Friday 7:30 am – 12:15 pm. Daily rhythm includes outdoor garden time, Casa time, Montessori time, snacks, lunch, nap/quiet time, and Lao program.

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Fees

Academic year covered: 2025–2026.

Application / Registration fees
- Registration fee (one-time, new student): USD 400.
- Registration fee for a sibling enrolling in the same or consecutive school year: USD 200.

Tuition fees — annual payment option
- 1 child, half day (pick up by 11:30 am; before lunch; inclusive of learning materials): USD 4,970 per year.
- 1 child, full day (inclusive of learning materials, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks; Monday–Thursday and Friday 12:15 pm): USD 5,200 per year.
- Capital Development Fee (annual): USD 210.
- Total payable (new students, annual): Half day — USD 5,580; Full day — USD 5,810.
- Total payable (current students, annual): Half day — USD 5,180; Full day — USD 5,410.

Tuition fees — semester payment option
- Semester structure: Semester 1 (Sept–Jan); Semester 2 (Feb–June). Payment may be made per semester.
- Per-semester tuition: Half day — USD 2,485 per semester; Full day — USD 2,600 per semester.
- Capital Development Fee (per semester): USD 105.
- Total per semester (new students): Half day — USD 2,990; Full day — USD 3,105.
- Total per semester (current students): Half day — USD 2,590; Full day — USD 2,705.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Two payment plans: annual payment (one payment for the September–June year) or semester payments.
- Standard payment deadlines (documented): first payment (full year or 1st semester) due 15 June; second semester payment due 6 January. (The published document gives dates for payment deadlines for the academic year schedule referenced.)
- Late payment penalty: USD 5 per day for fees paid after the deadline.
- Prorated fees: prorated fees are available for new students enrolling after the start of a semester, subject to availability.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. Santisouk operates as a preschool day program; no boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and fees
- Summer camp (optional): full-day program USD 150 per week; half-day program USD 130 per week.
- Capital Development Fee (listed above) is charged in addition to tuition.
- Tuition inclusions: learning materials are included for both half-day and full-day programs; lunch and snacks are included for full-day program.
- No uniform fee or additional regular miscellaneous fees are listed in the published fee schedule for the covered academic year. (One-off and program-specific fees listed above are the primary additional costs shown.)

Refund information
- Fees paid are generally non-refundable. A refund may be exceptionally agreed if the school is full, the spot is immediately replaced, and the money is secured.

Fee payment options
- Accepted method: bank transfer or bank deposit in USD. Proof of payment must be provided to confirm enrollment; a QR code is used on invoices for transfers.
- Bank details (as provided for payments in USD): Banque pour le Commerce Extérieur Lao Public (BCEL) — account name SANTISOUK MONTESSORI PRE-SCHOOL; account currency USD; SWIFT: COEBLALA. Proof of payment should be sent to the school administration.

Summary
- Registration and capital development fees are charged in addition to tuition. Tuition is offered as an annual or semester plan with clearly stated per-year and per-semester amounts for half-day and full-day programs. Payments are required by the published deadlines; a daily late fee applies. Payments are accepted by bank transfer or deposit in USD. Refunds are generally not granted except in exceptional circumstances.

Academics

Curriculum

The Montessori curriculum centers on helping children become confident and independent, with a focus on self-directed learning that respects each child. It uses a prepared, inviting environment and mixed-age groups to support social development and collaboration. Children work with Montessori materials that promote concentration, problem-solving, and responsibility, with mistakes used as learning opportunities. The curriculum for children from 3 to 6 years old is organized into four learning areas: practical life, language, sensorial, and science and math. Classes are arranged into four Casa groups by age: Casa Spring (2–3 years), Casa Rainbow (2.5–4 years), Casa Sunshine (3.5–5 years), and Casa Forest (4.5–6 years).

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Admissions

1. Parents seeking to enroll their children at Santisouk are contacted to arrange a visit. The Administration Office will walk you through the enrollment process. The visit provides an opportunity to learn about the Montessori program, meet the staff, and observe the classrooms. This initial contact starts the admissions process.

2. Enrollment is restricted to ensure quality; the waiting list is carefully managed on a first-come, first-served basis. This approach helps balance class sizes and ensure each child receives appropriate attention. Families will be informed if a place becomes available.

3. Children whose siblings are already enrolled at Santisouk are prioritized. If there is an available spot, a pre-start meeting will be arranged with the Director and a starting date will be set. School fees are paid to the Administration as part of securing a place. The process proceeds from the meeting to the start date.

4. If you wish to visit the school, contact the school via email, telephone, WhatsApp or Messenger. The Admissions page provides contact options, and the Administration will coordinate your visit. During the visit, additional information such as the fee structure may be reviewed.

Waitlist

The waiting list is carefully managed on a first-come, first-served basis.

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FAQs

Where is Santisouk Montessori Preschool located?

Santisouk Montessori Preschool is in Ban Vatnak, Vientiane, Lao PDR. The office can be reached at 021-316-023, and the campus is opposite In Cafe with a Po Box 5340 address.

What ages does Santisouk Montessori Preschool serve?

The school serves children aged 2 to 6 years and is a co-educational Montessori preschool.

What is the curriculum like at Santisouk?

The Montessori curriculum focuses on independence and self-directed learning in a prepared environment. For ages 3–6, learning areas are practical life, language, sensorial, and science and math, with four Casa groups: Casa Spring, Rainbow, Sunshine, and Forest.

How many students does the school enroll and how are classes organized?

The school educates up to 75 pupils. Classes are organized into four Casa groups by age: Casa Spring (2–3), Casa Rainbow (2.5–4), Casa Sunshine (3.5–5), and Casa Forest (4.5–6).

Is Santisouk Montessori Preschool bilingual?

Yes. Santisouk teaches in English and Lao and offers a bilingual curriculum, with language learning integrated into the Montessori framework using phonics and the Movable Alphabet.

What are the tuition fees and what do they include?

Tuition for half-day is USD 4,970 per year and full-day is USD 5,200 per year. A Capital Development Fee of USD 210 is added, and learning materials are included for both half-day and full-day; full-day includes lunch and snacks.

What are the registration fees and are there sibling discounts?

New student registration is USD 400, and a sibling registration is USD 200. These fees are in addition to the annual or semester tuition.

How can I pay and what are the payment deadlines?

The school offers annual or semester payment plans. The first payment is due 15 June and the second by 6 January. Payments are by bank transfer or bank deposit in USD, with a QR code on invoices.

Are scholarships available or are refunds offered?

Scholarships are not listed. Fees are generally non-refundable, with exceptions only in very specific circumstances when a place becomes available due to the school being full.

Is there a waitlist and how are placements decided?

The waiting list is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Siblings already enrolled are given priority when a place becomes available.

What are the Montessori learning areas for 3–6 year olds?

The four Montessori learning areas are practical life, language, sensorial, and science and math, organized within the four Casa groups. The program emphasizes concentration, problem-solving and independence.

How is language taught at Santisouk?

Language learning is bilingual in English and Lao. Children start with phonics, connect sounds to letters, and progress to writing and reading using the Movable Alphabet within the Montessori framework.

Is there information on exam results or progression to higher education?

No public data on exam results or progression to higher education is provided. The program focuses on developing independence, social-emotional skills and a love of learning.

What kind of learning environment does the school provide?

Santisouk offers a prepared Montessori environment that supports each child at their own pace, promoting independence and social-emotional development alongside academic growth.

Are there outdoor spaces or campus features?

Yes, outdoor garden time and a playground support gross motor development and social play as part of the daily routine.

What extracurricular activities are available?

Extracurricular activities include music, dance, yoga, swimming and theme-related activities tied to monthly topics.

Are there leadership or community involvement opportunities for families?

Parents are actively involved through governance and the Parent Association, with Parent Working Groups and two annual general meetings to support school activities and events.

What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions does the school have?

A daily focus on social-emotional development is supported by the Social-Emotional Skills for Early Learning program (SecondStep). Drop-off and pick-up procedures are structured to ensure safety, with designated guardians and clear timing.

Is there support for English language learners or special educational needs?

The school is bilingual in English and Lao, and language development is integrated into daily learning; explicit SEN or EAL programs are not detailed in the provided information.

What are the uniform and meal arrangements?

There is a school uniform: cotton fabric with a white or blue logo T-shirt plus options of shorts, long pants or a skirt, purchasable at the administration office. Lunch is provided for full-day students Monday–Thursday by a local caterer with no MSG, vegetarian options, and accommodations for dietary needs.

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