Thailand, Bangkok
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It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
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.
NIVA offers seat reservation for up to two years in advance through a non‑refundable deposit. However, they don't have a formal waitlist.
The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.
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.
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