Ecole Française Internationale de Pattaya

EFIP is located on Huai Yai Road in the Bang Lamung district, just east of Pattaya in Thailand’s Chonburi province. The campus is approximately a 15-minute drive from central Pattaya and is accessible via Sukhumvit Road and Highway 36. The area is known for its green, residential setting and is close to other international schools and family-oriented communities.

École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) is divided into four sections: Early Years (Maternelle), Primary (Primaire), Middle School (Collège), and High School (Lycée).

École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) is a co-educational day school serving students from age 3 to 18. The school does not offer boarding facilities.

There is no mention of a dedicated learning support department or structured programme for students with diagnosed learning difficulties or special educational needs at École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP). The school does, however, provide support for students with medical conditions or allergies through a Projet d’Accueil Individualisé (PAI). This plan is created jointly by the school and the child’s physician to address specific health-related accommodations, such as dietary restrictions or emergency procedures. The PAI must be formally established and documented before support is provided. This process is outlined in the school’s internal regulations and applies to cases including asthma, food allergies, and other medical needs

École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) is affiliated with France. The school is officially recognised by the French Ministry of National Education and is part of the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) network

École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) has no religious affiliation.

The school day at École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) begins with the gate opening at 8:05 am, and classes starting at 8:15 am. For most students, the school day ends at 3:30 pm, though collège and lycée students may finish at 4:45 pm or 5:45 pm, depending on their timetable. On Wednesdays, students in maternelle and primaire are dismissed at 11:15 am, or 12:30 pm if they are enrolled in additional support classes (APC).

École Française Internationale de Pattaya (EFIP) provides a school transport service operated by an external private provider. The school bus service covers pickup and drop-off between 8:05 am and 8:15 am, and again after school at 3:30 pm or 4:45 pm, depending on the student’s schedule. The transport provider is responsible for students during transit until they are handed over to a designated adult. Payments for the service are made directly to the school. EFIP is not liable for incidents during transit but will follow up with families if necessary.

Application Fees
A one-time First Registration Fee of THB 50,000 is required for all new students. This fee is non-refundable once attendance begins. An annual administrative fee of THB 5,000 is also charged. New enrollees must purchase a uniform set for THB 4,000. Uniform renewal is available on demand.

Tuition Fees (Per Year – 2025/2026)
Kindergarten (Maternelle): THB 175,000
- One-time payment: THB 175,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 35,000

Primary School (CP–CM2): THB 200,000
- One-time payment: THB 200,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 40,000
- +THB 20,000 for non-French-speaking children (Intensive French)

Middle School (6e–3e): THB 210,000
- One-time payment: THB 210,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 42,000
- Textbooks billed separately
- +CNED registration fees from 3e
- +Exam fees for DNB (national diploma)

Seconde (Year 11): THB 215,000
- One-time payment: THB 215,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 43,000
- +CNED registration and exam fees

Première (Year 12): THB 235,000
- One-time payment: THB 235,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 47,000
- +CNED registration and baccalaureate exam fees

Terminale (Year 13): THB 235,000
- One-time payment: THB 235,000
- 5 instalments: 5 x THB 47,000
- +CNED registration and baccalaureate exam fees

Sibling Discount
Second child: 10% tuition discount
Third child and beyond: 15% tuition discount

Transportation Fees
Round trip: THB 9,200 per period
One way: THB 7,000 per period
Rates subject to change depending on fuel prices.

School Meals
Kindergarten (4 meals/week): THB 12,960/year or 5 x THB 2,592
- +THB 648 per period if enrolled in Wednesday afternoon activities
Primary (4 meals/week): THB 14,110/year or 5 x THB 2,822
- +THB 705 per period if enrolled in Wednesday afternoon activities
Middle & High School (5 meals/week): THB 18,000/year or 5 x THB 3,600

Extra-Curricular Activities
Activities offered may include football, multisports, swimming, boxing, badminton, and language certifications.
Prices vary depending on the chosen activity and are communicated at the start of the school year.

Refund Policy
The registration fee is non-refundable after attendance begins. Tuition, meal, and transport fees are not refunded once paid, including in cases of partial use or absence.

Payment Options
Tuition can be paid in 1 or 5 instalments. Payments are made via bank transfer or cash, and proof of payment must be submitted to the administration.