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NIVA American International School

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 273,000 - 414,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 450
Type Co-educational
Opened 1991
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin, Thai
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

NIVA follows the California Common Core curriculum from nursery to grade 12. Its program progresses through theme-based early learning, discovery-focused primary education, and structured skills development in middle and high school. In the upper grades, students may enroll in Advanced Placement (AP) courses to prepare for university admissions. The campus features a library, swimming pool, science and STEM labs, a multi-purpose court, a field, and spaces for art and creative activities. These facilities support a broad curriculum that includes academics, physical education, and the arts.

www.niva.ac.th

18 Soi Phokaew 3, Yeak 11, Ladprao 101 Road, Klong Chan, Bangkapi, Bangkok 10240, Thailand

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The Essentials

NIVA American International School has 450 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
NIVA is located at 18 Soi Phokaew 3, Yeak 11, Ladprao 101 Road in the Bangkapi district of Bangkok. The school is near major roads and residential communities, making it accessible from eastern and central Bangkok.

Stages
The school offers education from Nursery through Grade 12, covering early years, elementary, middle, and high school divisions.

Type
NIVA is a co-educational day school with no boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
The school does not have publicly available information on their additional learning support.

Country affiliation
The school does not have any country affiliation.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation noted. The school operates in a secular context.

School day structure
School hours are detailed by division:
Nursery & Kindergarten: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Elementary and Secondary: 7:45 am to 3:00 pm

Bus service
The school offers transportation upon request and the fees are dependant on the distance.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at NIVA American International School ranges from THB 273,000 to THB 414,000 for 2026/27.

One-Time Enrollment Fees (for new students)
Nursery:
Application Fee: 2,000 THB
Initial Setup Fee: 20,000 THB
Accountability Fee (Refundable): 10,000 THB
Ongoing Enrollment Deposit (Refundable): 10,000 THB
Total: 42,000 THB

Kindergarten (K1–K3):
Application Fee: 2,000 THB
Registration Fee: 100,000 THB
Accountability Fee (Refundable): 10,000 THB
Ongoing Enrollment Deposit (Refundable): 10,000 THB
Total: 122,000 THB

Grades 1–12:
Application Fee: 5,000 THB
Registration Fee: 120,000 THB
Accountability Fee (Refundable): 10,000 THB
Ongoing Enrollment Deposit (Refundable): 10,000 THB
Total: 145,000 THB

Annual Tuition and Fees
Nursery: 273,000 THB
K1: 308,000 THB
K2: 313,000 THB
K3: 323,000 THB
Grade 1: 347,000 THB
Grade 2: 352,000 THB
Grade 3: 366,000 THB
Grade 4: 367,000 THB
Grade 5: 374,000 THB
Grade 6: 382,000 THB
Grade 7: 384,000 THB
Grade 8: 389,000 THB
Grade 9: 406,000 THB
Grade 10: 410,000 THB
Grade 11: 412,000 THB
Grade 12: 414,000 THB

Additional Fees:
Grade 12 Graduation Fee: 5,000 THB

Transportation: Available on request; fees vary by distance and are billed by semester.

Payment Methods
Single annual payment: 1.5% discount (on tuition only)
Two-semester payments: 1.0% discount (on tuition only)
Quarterly payments: No discount

Accepted Payment Methods:
Visa or MasterCard (no surcharge if paid by deadline)

The school does not have their refund policy publicly available.
Academics

NIVA American International School teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
NIVA uses a curriculum based on the California Common Core standards and offers instruction from Nursery to Grade 12. The curriculum is divided into four main stages. In early years, children engage in theme-based learning to build basic understanding. At the primary level, the school uses discovery-based instruction to help students explore ideas through activities and projects. Middle school students work within a skills-based structure, while high school students follow a mastery-based approach that emphasizes personal responsibility and deeper subject understanding. NIVA also offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses to help students prepare for university.

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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Submit Application & Documents
Begin the online application via the NIVA website and upload all required documents, including academic records, identification, medical reports, and photographs.

Applicant Assessment
Once your documents are approved, the school schedules assessment testing and an interview.

For Nursery and K1: Application fee THB 2,000, plus interview.

For K2–K3: THB 2,000 with assessments in English handwriting and math.

For Grades 1–12: THB 5,000 with assessments covering reading, writing, listening, and math.

Pay School Fees
After acceptance, families are required to pay tuition and related fees. Supported payment methods include bank transfer or credit card; cash is not accepted.

Register & Complete Enrollment
Upon payment, the student’s place is secured often involving registration, uniform fitting, and orientation through the school's internal systems.

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

Waitlist
NIVA offers seat reservation for up to two years in advance through a non‑refundable deposit. However, they don't have a formal waitlist.
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