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Esara International School

Thailand, Chiang Mai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 495,900 - 750,000
Ages 1 - 16 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Taught languages Spanish, Mandarin, Thai
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Esara International School in Chiang Mai follows the AMI Montessori framework, with mixed-age classrooms for ages 3 and up and a three-hour work cycle. The Early Years include the Toddler Community and Children's House (ages 3–6). Elementary serves ages 6–12 in two mixed-age groups, and Middle School covers ages 12–16, focusing on independent learning and collaborative projects. The program uses hands-on materials in mathematics, language, geography, biology, and geometry to build concentration, order, independence, and social responsibility. Rooted in Chiang Mai Montessori tradition, Esara extends 15 years of experience into an Integrated Secondary, with specialist teachers and real-world learning that broadens thinking. The curriculum blends Thai culture with global perspectives, and the Secondary program is conducted in English. Esara Park opens in early 2026, offering modern play spaces and facilities. Enrichment after school includes muy Thai boxing, chess, robotics, drama, art, language, and outdoor skills, supported by Indigo Language Center.

229/1 Moo.6, Ban Roychan, T. Nong Kwai, A. Hang Dong, Chiang Mai 50230, Thailand

The Essentials

Esara International School has typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
Chiang Mai, Thailand, 50230. 229/1-2, 4 Ban Roychan Nongkhwai, Hang Dong, Chiang Mai. It is situated in the Hang Dong district.

Stages
Toddler Community (18 months–3 years); Children's House (3–6 years); Lower Elementary (6–9 years); Upper Elementary (9–12 years); Middle School (12–16 years); Secondary (12–16 years).

Type
Montessori-based international school

Additional learning support
Counseling services and individualized mental/behavioral health support; holistic wellbeing; small class sizes; collaboration with families.

Country affiliation
Thailand

School day structure
Students arrive between 8-9 am; classes begin at 9 am; 1-hour break in the middle of the day (30 minutes for lunch and 30 minutes for recess); after-school enrichment programs run from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Esara has on-site Little Siam cafe at Esara Park. There are student-run vegetable gardens and a chicken coop on campus. The campus features a mixed sports field and outdoor learning spaces, with rice fields coming soon.

Governance and Ownership
Esara International School is rooted in the Chiang Mai Montessori foundation.
Fees

Annual tuition at Esara International School ranges from THB 495,900 to THB 750,000 for 2026/27.

Application & enrolment fees
- No specific non‑refundable application fee, enrolment fee, registration fee, or one‑time acceptance fee is stated. A deposit for the upcoming term is recorded on the school calendar, but no deposit amount or separate registration charge is published.

Tuition fees (per term) — by programme / year group
- Toddler Community (18 months–3 years): THB 165,300 per term.
- Children's House (3–6 years): THB 180,300 per term.
- Lower Elementary (6–9 years): THB 214,800 per term.
- Upper Elementary (9–12 years): THB 224,100 per term.
- Secondary / Middle School (12–16 years): THB 250,000 per term.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is quoted and billed on a per‑term basis.
- The academic calendar uses defined term periods and records specific fee deadlines: the calendar shows items such as a term deposit due date and a school fees balance due date for each term; exact due dates vary by term and are published on the school calendar.
- New admissions are accepted only at official new‑term start dates; families are advised to plan ahead because enrolment aligns with the term intake cycle.

Boarding fees
- No boarding programme is offered; therefore, no boarding fees apply. The school operates programmes for ages 18 months up to 16 years as a day school.

Other costs and recurring extras
- Lunch: The school provides lunch for students. Whether lunch is included in tuition or charged separately is not specified.
- Uniforms and school clothing: No mandatory uniform fee or published uniform cost is specified.
- After‑school enrichment and extracurricular programmes exist; specific programme fees (if any) are not listed alongside the term tuition.
- Other potential third‑party or exam fees (external exam entry, field trips, specialist services, EAL support, insurance, etc.) are not detailed with amounts in the published fee information.

Refunds and cancellations
- A formal refund policy and conditions for tuition or deposit refunds are not published with the fee listings. No specific refund amounts, timelines, or refund conditions are provided in the publicly available fee information.

Fee payment options and methods
- Specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, local bank details, online payment portal, in‑person payment, or accepted international payment methods) are not itemised alongside the fee schedule. Families should expect term‑based invoicing and fee deadlines, with payment logistics provided through admissions or the school operations team.

Notes on scheduling and planning
- The school publishes a term calendar with clear term start and end periods and with explicit fee due items (deposit and balance due dates) noted for each term; families should plan around those term dates for deposits and fee balances.

Summary of available and missing fee information
- Available: definitive per‑term tuition rates for all programme levels (amounts listed above) and evidence that billing is term‑based with deposit and balance due items recorded on the school calendar.
- Not available in the published fee material: any named application/registration/enrolment fee amounts, the value of the term deposit, explicit annual totals or a published per‑year billing table, itemised lists of additional mandatory charges (uniform, books, transport, insurance), a published refund policy with conditions and amounts, and the accepted payment methods and bank details. These items were not provided alongside the per‑term tuition figures and term calendar entries.
Academics

Esara International School teaches Montessori Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification for students aged 1 to 16.

Curriculum
AMI Montessori framework guides the curriculum. Esara uses mixed-age classrooms for ages 3 and up, with a three-hour work cycle. Early Years include Toddler Community and Children's House (ages 3–6). Elementary is designed for ages 6–12 in two mixed-age groups. Middle School serves ages 12–16, focusing on independent learning and collaborative work. The program emphasizes hands-on materials in mathematics, language, geography, biology, and geometry, building concentration, order, independence, and social responsibility.

Higher Education Progression
IGCSE in Years 10-11 and A-level in Years 12-13.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Counseling services are available. The counseling office and teachers support students' growth and unique needs, and parents can arrange appointments to discuss an action plan. The counseling team provides individualized support based on age, needs, and teacher/parent feedback, helping maintain a calm, nurturing environment and equipping students with emotional regulation skills for stress or transitions. The school fosters social-emotional learning through a culture of peer-to-peer support networks. There is a commitment to growth beyond academics, with individualized mental/behavioral health support available to help students become their best selves. The school partners with families through the professional counseling team and regular meetings with the school to support student development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has an English-speaking environment. The Program Highlights describe a nature-rich, English-speaking environment that supports English-language learning and readiness for high school and life.

Mental Wellbeing
Esara prioritizes emotional wellbeing through a counseling team and dedicated staff. The faculty and staff promote holistic wellness across the school. The counseling team provides individualized mental/behavioral health support based on age, needs, and feedback from teachers and parents. This approach helps maintain a calm, nurturing environment and equips students with emotional regulation skills for stress or transition. The school values partnership with families, with counseling support and regular meetings with the school team as needed. Small class sizes and regular assessment support ongoing social-emotional development.
Parent Experience

History
Rooted in the Montessori foundation of Chiang Mai Montessori, Esara carries forward more than 15 years of educational experience and extends this learning journey into the Middle School years. The journey begins with Montessori Primary education and expands into an Integrated Secondary, creating a continuous journey from early childhood through adolescence. Students engage with specialist teachers, interdisciplinary learning, and real‑world experiences that broaden their thinking. The program blends Thai culture with global perspectives and respects each child's unique path.

Community
Esara Community comprises partnerships with Chiangmai Montessori, Adventures4 Kids – A4K, FC Evolution, WOWS Nature Learning Center, and Little Siam. The community supports the Montessori pathway and its integrated secondary program through collaboration with these partners and related activities. It emphasizes collaboration between families and the school as part of campus life and learning.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Esara Park opens in early 2026, providing shared access to a new playground, cafes, and secure facilities for Esara International School and the Hang Dong community. The campus includes safe outdoor playgrounds with wooden structures and Montessori-style equipment and toys, and a separate smaller playground for the toddler class. Lunch is buffet-style served to each classroom, with meals prepared by staff and chaperoned by teachers. Enrichment programs run after school and on weekends, including muy Thai boxing, chess, robotics, drama, art, language, and outdoor skills. Indigo Language Center provides language tutoring and other learning activities.

Academic Facilities
Montessori curriculum and model for learning guide Esara's classrooms. Lead and Assistant Teachers maintain the classroom as a whole, with independent Montessori learning. Indigo Language Center provides language tutoring and additional language classes.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Enrichment programs include muy Thai boxing, chess and robotics clubs, drama, art, language, and outdoor skills, offered after school from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Esara International School offers a middle school program for ages 12+ blending Montessori philosophy, Lanna culture, and a rigorous curriculum. Students continue from the Montessori foundation into integrated Secondary, with specialist teachers, interdisciplinary learning, and real-world experiences that turn questions into projects. The Secondary program emphasizes independent thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving in an English-speaking environment, preparing students for high school and life beyond the classroom. Students' questions become projects, and their voice begins to matter in new ways.

Arts & Creative
Esara offers a wide range of arts and creative activities through after-school and weekend programs, including Art & Design, Music, Drama, and Dance. Students can participate in performing arts through a school choir, instrumental lessons, drama productions, and dance (ballet, hip-hop, contemporary). The program also includes language offerings alongside arts, with classes in English, Spanish, and Thai.

Cultural & Language
Esara is rooted in Thai culture and enriched by global perspectives. The Middle School blends Montessori philosophy with Lanna culture and English-language instruction. Language offerings include English, Spanish, and Thai.

Social & Hobbies
Esara offers enrichment activities that foster social interests and hobbies, including after-school clubs and weekend programs. Clubs include Art & Design, Robotics & Coding, Music, Drama, and language study in English, Spanish, and Thai. Sports & athletics include football, basketball, volleyball, yoga, Muay Thai, martial arts, and mixed fitness activities. There are trips and expeditions and opportunities for student leadership and community involvement.

Community & Service
Community service and leadership are encouraged through Student Council, Environmental Club, service projects, fundraising, and peer mentorship. Students engage in service projects and fundraising to support local and global communities. Peer mentorship helps younger students grow in responsibility and social awareness.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership opportunities include Student Council and Environmental Club, along with service projects and peer mentorship. Participation in competitions and conferences such as Math Olympiad, Model United Nations, International Spelling Bee, and science fairs helps develop ambition and professional skills. These activities foster teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in real-world contexts. Students gain experiences that support future study and careers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is supported through a focus on sports, fitness, and mindfulness. The school offers Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Yoga, and Muay Thai, as well as other fitness and martial arts activities. Trips and outdoor expeditions promote resilience, outdoor learning, and healthy lifestyles.
Languages

Language Provision
Middle School is described as an English-speaking environment. Indigo Language Center offers Thai, English, and Spanish courses at all learning levels. This language provision supports English-language learning within Esara's middle school context.

Bilingual Teaching
Indigo Language Center provides immersion-based language learning. It now offers courses in Thai, English, and Spanish at all learning levels. The program combines academic English with real-world practice through immersion in the language being learned.

Immersion Programs
Indigo Language Center delivers immersion programs in Thai, English, and Spanish at all learning levels. Language immersion is delivered through curriculum and class time used exclusively for immersion in the language being learned. The program combines academic English with real-world practice to make every lesson lively and meaningful.
Reputation

Accreditations
ACS WASC accreditation for the 1.5 to 12 years Montessori program; ISAT Certification.
Admissions

Admissions
The school adjusts the number of newly enrolled students each term based on classroom sizes and school capacity. Students can only join on New Term start dates. There are year‑round language classes and enrichment programs available for all ages through the Indigo Language Center and Esara Enrichment Programs. Esara International School accepts students from ages 1.5 (18 months) up to 16 years. The school reviews each prospective student's abilities, special needs, and learning accommodation requests on a case‑by‑case basis; if the necessary support can be provided, admission is possible, otherwise the school may decide the fit is not a good match. The kitchen can accommodate students with food allergies, but if requirements are too complex for the kitchen to safely manage, these services may not be provided. The admissions process includes an interview and review of the student's reports and letters of recommendation from their previous school. It is advised to plan or submit applications at least six months in advance. The admissions process includes arranging a visit, an assessment, an application submission, and enrollment.

Scholarships
The school offers scholarships and financial aid options to deserving students. The school also provides transparent information about tuition and fees.
School Events
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