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WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges)
RISR has been granted a full six-year accreditation, the highest level awarded by WASC, valid through June 30, 2030. This accreditation confirms that the school meets international standards of educational quality and institutional effectiveness.
Thai Ministry of Education Accreditation
As part of the wider RIS network, the school is recognized by the Thai Ministry of Education, affirming its compliance with national educational regulations and standards.
IB Candidate School Status
RISR is currently pursuing authorization as an IB World School, signaling its preparation to offer one or more International Baccalaureate programmes once officially authorized. Candidate status indicates the school is aligning its curriculum and practices with IB standards.
ONESQA (Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment, Thailand)
The school is accredited by ONESQA, the national body responsible for ensuring that Thai schools meet external quality standards through regular evaluation.
College Board (Advanced Placement Program)
As a College Board member, RISR is authorized to offer AP courses and examinations, giving students access to university-level studies while in high school.
WIDA (University of Wisconsin–Madison)
Membership in the WIDA Consortium provides the school with internationally recognized tools and standards for English language development and assessment.
ISAT (International Schools Association of Thailand)
The school is a member of ISAT, which connects accredited international schools in Thailand, supporting collaboration and advocacy within the education sector.
Catholic Foundation / Redemptorist Fathers
The school remains under the ownership and guidance of the Redemptorist Fathers, reflecting its Catholic heritage and its founding tradition dating back to 1957.
The school website does not list any awards given to the school itself within the past five years.
Located just north of Bangkok in Nonthaburi, Ruamrudee International School’s Ratchapruek Campus (RISR) opened in August 2019 and serves students from Pre‑K 2 through Grade 11, with its first Grade 12 cohort launching in August 2025. Students follow a modified American curriculum aligned with AERO standards and, in upper grades, may choose between the IB Diploma Programme or the AP track. The school emphasizes inquiry-based STEM learning, service projects aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and creative expression through arts competitions and summer art classes. With English as the medium of instruction, and character development rooted in the “union of hearts” philosophy, RISR offers a nurturing and community-minded environment for international families seeking academic, creative, and service-oriented growth.
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