Thailand, Chiang Mai
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SBS International School Chiangmai is located at 225/900 Moo 11, Tambon Banwaen, Amphur Hangdong, Chiang Mai 50230. It is situated in Hang Dong district of Chiang Mai, with road access and regular transport connections to the city centre.
The school serves children aged 1 to 18, starting from Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 2‑5), proceeding through Cambridge Primary (ages 5‑11), Lower Secondary (ages 11‑14) and Upper Secondary including IGCSE and AS/A‑Levels (ages 14‑18).
SBS is an English‑medium, co‑educational day school.
There is a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) programme offering support for students with mild to moderate ADHD, ASD, dyslexia and similar learning needs. Support is provided via individual or small‑group sessions, guided by Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
The school operates independently in Thailand. Although it is part of the Arthit Ourairat Institution, it does not state affiliation with another country.
The school has no religious affiliations.
The website does not provide explicit daily start and end times or break/lunch details.
No information on a school bus service or provider is mentioned on the school website.
Admission Interview/Test Fee: THB 3,000 (non-refundable)
Admission Fee: THB 80,000 (one-time, non-refundable)
Student Deposit: THB 50,000 (refundable with advance withdrawal notice)
Security Deposit: THB 5,000 (refundable for material return and final billing)
Annual Tuition Fees
Tiger Cubs (1–2 yrs): THB 226,400
Toddler to Reception (2–5 yrs): THB 217,500
Year 1 (5–6 yrs): THB 238,000
Year 2–3: THB 268,900
Year 4: THB 278,900
Year 5–6: THB 304,500
Year 7: THB 314,100
Year 8–9: THB 333,000
Year 10: THB 337,000
Year 11–13: THB 362,600
English Support Fees
Primary (Year 1–6):
ELS: THB 15,000/term
IELS: THB 25,000/term
Secondary (Year 7–13):
ELS only: THB 20,000/term
Individual SEN Support
1:1 in-class support: THB 285,000/year
Other Costs
Campus Development Fee: THB 10,000/year (non-refundable)
Refund Policy
Student deposit is only refundable if the school is notified one term in advance or upon Year 13 graduation, along with an exit interview.
Payment Options
Bank Transfer, Credit Card, WeChat/Alipay, and Cash.
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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