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Thailand, Chiang Mai
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
Submit required documents
For non-Thai students, these typically include:
Copy of student’s passport
Copy of parent’s passport
Grade report (transcripts)
Birth certificate
Family registration list
Parent’s work permit and tax documents
These are required before scheduling further steps.
Admission test and interview
Once documents are received, the school arranges:
1. An interview with the Principal (or designated staff).
2. Placement testing or an observation day (often a full morning) assessing academic level and language proficiency.
Placement offer / acceptance
If successful, parents receive a formal offer letter and confirmation slip to indicate acceptance.
Official registration
Upon acceptance, an information pack is provided to parents, with registration form specifying assigned teacher and student ID, plus orientation and next steps.
The school does not have a waitlist.
Internal IGCSE Recognition Awards:
Orange Riband: Awarded to top-performing IGCSE student (8 A grades)
Benefit: Full tuition for one year or 50% for two years of A-Level programme
Blue Riband: For next two top performers (6+ A or A grades)
Benefit: 50% tuition reduction for one year
Presented formally with plaque; recognised in tertiary applications
Dr. Arthit World Academic Scholarships:
Open to candidates entering A-Level
Selection based on academic background, leadership, community involvement, extracurricular record
Application involves letter, experience summary, community/research involvement, interview and benchmark testing
Award value varies between 20% to 75% of tuition fees
Does not include travel, exam fees, uniform, or laptop costs
SBS International School Chiangmai is a co-educational day school located in the Hang Dong district, approximately 12 kilometers southwest of Chiang Mai city center. Founded in 2014, the school welcomes students from ages 2 to 18 and offers a Cambridge-based international curriculum. Programs begin with Early Years and progress through Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, and A Level qualifications in the Sixth Form. English is the primary language of instruction, and students also study Thai and Mandarin as part of the academic program. Class sizes are capped at 30 students to support focused and engaged learning. The school currently serves more than 485 students. At the upper secondary level, students can pursue specialized academic tracks in science, engineering, medicine, and business. These strands are supported by facilities such as a medical simulation center and offer hands-on learning through internships, mentorships, and applied projects, preparing students for targeted university and career pathways.
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