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1. Families begin by submitting an online application through the school’s OpenApply platform. Alongside the application form, parents must upload the child’s academic transcripts from the previous two years, which can be submitted in either German or English. Additional documents, such as copies of passports, visas, or Thai ID and household registration, are also required depending on the family’s nationality.
2. For students applying to Grade 4 and above, a German language assessment is conducted. The school uses CEFR guidelines to determine the appropriate level: Grade 4 (A1), Grade 5 (A2), Grade 6 (B1), and Grade 9 (B2). No German requirement applies up to Grade 3, although early exposure is recommended for a smooth transition.
3. Applicants may be invited to attend an interview, either on campus or virtually. This is more common for students without German proficiency or where additional clarification is needed regarding grade placement. The interview allows the school to better understand the student’s background and readiness.
4. Once the student is accepted, families must pay the required fees to confirm enrolment. This includes the entrance fee, campus development fund (or registration fee), membership fee, and tuition invoice. A deposit of THB 50,000 may apply if registration occurs more than 60 days before the start date, which is later credited toward tuition.
5. Parents must submit a completed medical examination form for their child and sign the required policy agreements. These include consent to the values programme, dress code, insurance, tuition policies, enrolment agreement, and photo usage.
6. Once all documents and fees are received, the school issues an official acceptance letter. Families are invited for a campus tour or orientation session to familiarise themselves with the facilities and meet staff before the start of term.
The school does not publicly disclose the operation of a waitlist or pool system.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding scholarships or financial aid programmes on its website.
Ruamrudee International School Swiss Section (RIS Swiss Section) in Bangkok offers a combined Swiss and German curriculum from around 18 months to Grade 12. Located in Minburi on a leafy, secure campus approximately 14 km from Suvarnabhumi Airport, the school serves about 310 students from over 30 nationalities. Classes are small, encouraging personal attention, and instruction is bilingual in German and English, with additional subjects in Thai, French, and Spanish. The school provides boarding options for Grades 7–12 at the on‑campus Seelos Residence, and offers door-to-door bus service via Montri Transport. Tuition ranges from THB 175,000 to 355,000 per semester depending on year level. Students benefit from extensive facilities—football pitches, sports halls, libraries, clinic, canteen, and more—as well as specialized programs like the BVB International Football Academy. RIS Swiss Section is recognized by both Swiss and German authorities and offers the bilingual Swiss Matura diploma.
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