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Thailand, Chiang Mai
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1. Pre-application & Inquiry
Submit the Inquiry Form to check for space availability and share any learning support needs (e.g. speech therapy, learning services).
2. Schedule an Appointment
If spaces are available, the admissions team will email you to schedule a parent-student appointment. You must confirm to proceed.
3. Assessment & Interviews
Elementary (K–6): Includes an English proficiency interview (10 minutes) and a writing sample; plus an interview with the Elementary Principal (20 minutes).
Middle & High School (Grades 7–12): Similar screening plus age-appropriate cognitive assessments, references, and prior transcripts may be requested.
4. Decision & Waitlist
Acceptance is confirmed in writing once all prior steps meet school guidelines. Applicants without Member‑Associate status may be placed on a waitlist, especially if applying after the main admissions window (April/May).
5. Enrollment Fees & Visa Processing
Once accepted, submit required payments and documentation. GIS assists with visa paperwork for students (non-immigrant ED visa) and offers a guardian visa for parents.
GIS notes that applicants without Member Associate family status may be placed on a waitlist, particularly if applying after the main admission window (April–May). Seats are allocated based on availability and priority is given to Member Associate families.
GIS operates a Financial Assistance Program (FAP). This program offers tuition discounts to qualifying families especially international Christian workers to help make education more affordable. These tuition reductions are not labeled as scholarships, but they serve a similar purpose.
Grace International School (GIS), established in 1999, serves students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. It offers an **American curriculum** with **Advanced Placement (AP)** courses, preparing students for higher education globally. The **37‑acre campus** south of Chiang Mai city features dedicated academic buildings, multiple sports fields, and green outdoor areas for play and physical education. English is the primary language of instruction, with Thai language classes across all levels, Chinese offered in High School, and TESOL support for non‑native speakers; Elementary also provides “heart language” support for Korean students. GIS is a **Christian school**, integrating **biblical values** into its teaching and community life, and serves many families involved in mission and Christian service in Southeast Asia. Students can participate in CMAC athletics, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and cross‑country, as well as band, choir, and visual arts programs, fostering well‑rounded development in a values‑driven environment.
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