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Nakornpayap International School

Thailand, Chiang Mai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 290,000 - 496,800
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 619
Type Co-educational
Opened 1993
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages English, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, Thai
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Nakornpayap International School (NIS) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, was founded in 1993. The school follows a US‑based curriculum aligned with Common Core and Massachusetts standards, and offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses in Grades 11–12. Set on a leafy 17‑acre campus in San Phisuea, just a few kilometres east of downtown Chiang Mai, it provides modern facilities including science labs, computer labs, art and music rooms, a gym, pool, and full‑size football field. NIS serves children aged 3 to 19 in small classes with around 619 students enrolled. Instruction is in English, with Thai language & culture, and options in Spanish, Japanese or Chinese as world languages. NIS is particularly known for its AP offerings, strong STEM programs, vibrant sports teams, and active participation in arts and service campaigns such as International Day and the UN‑aligned sustainability initiatives.

www.nis.ac.th

240 Moo 6 San Phi Sua Muang Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand

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The Essentials

Nakornpayap International School has 619 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Nakornpayap International School is located at 240 Moo 6, San Phi Sua on Chiang Mai’s Second Ring Road, in the north of the city. The campus is easily reached by road and set in a spacious, green area with modern academic buildings.

Stages
The school serves the Early Childhood Centre (ages 3–6), Elementary School (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).

Type
NIS is a co-educational, secular, international day school. Boarding is not offered.

Additional learning support
The school provides inclusive support through small class sizes, differentiated instruction, and flexible learning environments. In Middle School, students are grouped into different learning pathways in English and Mathematics depending on their skill level. Students needing support may be placed on a Self-Improvement Action Plan, especially if they are not meeting academic benchmarks. NIS also employs a full-time social and emotional counselor for short-term guidance, with referrals to external specialists when needed.

Country affiliation
NIS follows a U.S. curriculum and is accredited by WASC, but it is not affiliated with any particular country.

Religious affiliation
The school is non‑denominational and has no religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day begins at 7:50 AM and ends at 2:50 PM.
ECC includes snack, lunch, nap time, and six learning periods.
Elementary students have eight learning periods per day with breaks.
Middle School follows a two-day A/B rotation with five 60-minute periods and lunch from 11:50 AM to 12:30 PM.
High School also follows the A/B schedule and includes an afternoon advisory session (2:35 PM – 2:50 PM)

Bus service
NIS works with a local school bus company (KJ Bus) to provide daily transportation for students.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Nakornpayap International School ranges from THB 290,000 to THB 496,800 for 2026/27.

One‑Time Enrollment Fees (New Students)
Application/Evaluation Fee: THB 5,000 (non‑refundable)
Registration Fee: THB 66,000 (non‑refundable)
Book Deposit: THB 10,000 (refundable)
Damage Deposit: 20,000 THB (refundable)

Annual Tuition Fees
ECC (K1–K3): THB 290,000
Lower Elementary (G1–G3): THB 385,000
Upper Elementary (G4–G5): THB 402,500
Middle School (G6–G8): THB 435,600
High School (G9–G12): THB 496,800

Sibling Discount
A THB 10,000 per semester discount applies for the second child onward, provided all siblings are enrolled at the same time.

Payment Methods
Credit/Debit Card, Bank Transfer, WeChat Pay & AliPay.

Refund Policy
If a parent withdraws a child after the semester begins:
Days 1–10 of the semester: 50% refund
Days 11–20: 25% refund
After Day 21: No refund
Note: Tuition and deposits will only be refunded if withdrawal notification is submitted at least 7 working days before the semester starts. All materials (books, devices) must be returned to complete withdrawal
Academics

Nakornpayap International School teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
Nakornpayap International School (NIS) offers a U.S.-based curriculum aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and the AERO Framework (American Education Reaches Out). The Early Childhood Center (K1–K3) emphasizes holistic development across social, emotional, cognitive, and physical domains. Elementary students (Grades 1–5) follow a core curriculum that includes English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Thai Culture, supplemented by Art, Music, PE, and IT. In Middle School (Grades 6–8), students are placed in leveled groups for English and Math and study core subjects along with World Languages, Visual Arts, Music, and Drama. High School (Grades 9–12) students follow a credit-based system and must complete 24 credits to graduate, with required subjects including English, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Languages, and Physical Education. Electives include Creative Writing, Robotics, Business, Psychology, Environmental Science, and more. NIS awards a U.S. High School Diploma and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit application and documents
Complete form and provide documents such as prior reports, birth certificate, passport, vaccination record, and photo ID.

2. Assessment test & interview
Applicants attend a scheduled assessment focusing on English (reading & writing) and mathematics, followed by an interview.

3. Admission decision
NIS evaluates academic records, behaviour, assessment, and attendance. Families are notified within 5–7 working days.

4. Offer and contract
Successful applicants receive a written offer and contract to sign.

5. Payment and enrolment
Upon acceptance, the finance office sends an invoice. Payment is due within seven working days to secure admission.

Scholarships
The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.

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