Thailand, Nakhon Ratchasima
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St. Stephen’s International School Khao Yai is located in Nong Nam Daeng, Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima, near the entrance to Khao Yai National Park.
The school is organized into Early Years (Nursery to KG2), Primary (Years 1–6), Secondary (Years 7–11), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13). Each stage follows the British curriculum, with students progressing from EYFS and the International Primary Curriculum to Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels.
It is a co-educational day and boarding school for students aged 2 to 18. Boarding is available from Year 3 onwards, with options for full or weekly boarding.
The school offers an English Support Programme for students needing additional language development before joining the full curriculum. Lessons are tailored to individual needs, and specialist teachers support students’ progress across subjects.
The school follows the British curriculum but does not have an official national affiliation.
The school follows the British curriculum but does not have an official national affiliation.
The school day typically begins in the morning and ends mid-afternoon, with scheduled breaks for snacks and a lunch period. Boarding students follow a structured daily routine that includes study time and extracurricular activities.
A school bus service is available for day students, with routes arranged to accommodate those living in nearby towns and residential areas. The service is managed by the school to ensure safety and reliable travel to and from campus.
Application and Enrolment Fees
Application Fee: THB 5,000 (non-refundable)
Enrolment Fee: THB 80,000 (Nursery–Year 11) / THB 20,000 (Years 12–13) (non-refundable)
Deposit for activities: THB 10,000 (non-refundable, for trips/events)
Refundable Security Deposit: THB 50,000 (refundable with one full term’s written notice)
Refundable Deposit: THB 30,000
Annual Tuition Fees 2025/2026
Nursery: THB 215,000
KG1: THB 274,000
KG2: THB 283,000
Year 1–2: THB 392,000
Year 3–4: THB 497,000
Year 5–6: THB 511,000
Year 7–9: THB 520,000
Year 10–11: THB 534,000
Year 12–13: THB 564,000
Annual Boarding Fees
Full Boarding (Years 3–13): THB 360,000
Weekly Boarding (Years 3–13): THB 309,500
Other Fees
Meals: THB 28,270–34,000 per year depending on year group
English Support: THB 90,000 per year (Years 5–9)
Payment Terms
All fees payable in advance; accepted via bank transfer or approved methods.
Accident insurance included (up to THB 20,000 per incident).
Tuition fee refunds handled by the Finance Office.
Family discounts: 5% (second child), 10% (third), 15% (fourth), for siblings enrolled concurrently.
St. Stephen’s International School, Khao Yai, is a co-educational day and boarding school for students aged 2–18, located near the UNESCO-listed Khao Yai National Park, around 150 km from Bangkok. The school follows the British curriculum, starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage, the International Primary Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A Levels. Average class sizes are small, with around 12 students, and boarding accommodates approximately 30% of pupils. Facilities include extensive outdoor learning areas and access to natural surroundings that support the school’s strong emphasis on Outdoor Education. Students also study Thai and Mandarin in addition to English, and benefit from programmes in performing arts, sports, and community service. Its location enables unique environmental and service-based projects that integrate with the curriculum, encouraging engagement with local and global issues. This combination of academics, languages, and outdoor learning creates a distinctive experience for both local and overseas families.
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