A practical 2026 guide to Bangkok international school fees across c. 96 schools, with tier benchmarks, top-end pricing, and what new premium openings mean for mid-range families.
Originally published: 24 March 2026 · 12 min read
Built from 84 schools with published fees. Annual range: $2K to $35K.
Budget (Under $10K)
19 schools (23%)
Mid-Range ($10K-$20K)
39 schools (46%)
Premium ($20K-$30K)
21 schools (25%)
Ultra-Premium (Over $30K)
5 schools (6%)
1. Shrewsbury International School
$19K-$35K
2. Wellington College International School
$18K-$35K
3. Dulwich College International School
$20K-$32K
4. NIST International School
$18K-$31K
5. Harrow International School
$4K-$30K
6. Brighton College Bangkok (Krungthep Kreetha)
$17K-$29K
7. Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi
$17K-$29K
8. BASIS International School
$16K-$29K
9. KIS International School Reignwood Park
$16K-$29K
10. Denla British School (DBS)
$15K-$29K
11. Concordian International School
$18K-$28K
12. Bangkok Patana School
$14K-$28K
13. KIS International School (Huai Khwang)
$13K-$27K
14. Berkeley International School
$15K-$24K
15. St Andrews International School
$11K-$24K
Each point is one school. Points above the diagonal escalate from entry to exit.
Most expensive journeys
Shrewsbury International School
~$378K
Wellington College International School
~$371K
Dulwich College International School
~$364K
NIST International School
~$343K
Brighton College Bangkok (Krungthep Kreetha)
~$322K
Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi
~$322K
Concordian International School
~$322K
BASIS International School
~$315K
KIS International School Reignwood Park
~$315K
Denla British School (DBS)
~$308K
Most affordable journeys
Centurion International School
~$56K
Ekamai International School
~$49K
Sarasas Ektra School
~$42K
Kevalee International School
~$42K
Rising Oaks International School
~$35K
Fee data covers 84 Bangkok international schools with published fee ranges, sourced from the International Schools Guide. Schools that do not publish fees are excluded. K-12 totals use the midpoint of each school's fee range multiplied by 14 years. All figures are approximate USD equivalents. Confirm current fees directly with the school before making any decisions.
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The market splits into four fee tiers based on each school's highest published annual tuition.
| Tier | Highest Fee Band | Schools | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Under US$10K | 19 | 23% |
| Mid-Range | US$10K-US$20K | 39 | 46% |
| Premium | US$20K-US$30K | 21 | 25% |
| Ultra-Premium | Over US$30K | 5 | 6% |
The biggest concentration is the mid-range band, where nearly half of schools sit. That is where most families are realistically comparing options.
Bangkok's top end remains concentrated in a small group of schools, led by British and IB brands.
| School | Published Range (US$/yr) |
|---|---|
| Shrewsbury International School | US$19K-US$35K |
| Wellington College International School | US$18K-US$35K |
| Dulwich College International School | US$20K-US$32K |
| NIST International School | US$18K-US$31K |
| Harrow International School | US$4K-US$30K |
The top end draws attention, but it represents a small minority of schools in the city.
One of the most important patterns in Bangkok is escalation between a school's lowest published fee and highest published fee.
In practice, a school that looks affordable at nursery or early primary can become materially more expensive by secondary and sixth form.
To compare long-term affordability, this guide estimates a full 14-year journey cost for each school.
| Journey Type | Indicative Total |
|---|---|
| Most expensive routes | ~US$300K-US$378K |
| Most affordable routes | ~US$35K-US$56K |
These are directional planning figures and do not include annual fee inflation, one-time joining costs, transport, uniforms, trips, or exam charges.
Bangkok generally remains more affordable than Singapore and Hong Kong at equivalent tiers, while offering broad curriculum choice.
| City | Top-Tier Day School | Mid-Tier | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | US$35K-US$39K | US$24K-US$30K | US$9K-US$15K |
| Hong Kong | US$30K-US$39.5K | US$17K-US$25K | US$10K-US$12K |
| Dubai | US$23K-US$33K | US$10K-US$17K | US$3K-US$7K |
| Bangkok | US$28K-US$35K | US$10K-US$20K | US$2K-US$9K |
For many relocating families, Bangkok's total-cost advantage is not only tuition. Housing and everyday living costs can also be significantly lower than Singapore or Hong Kong.
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The median annual fee is around US$8,000 for the youngest year groups and US$16,000 for the oldest. Most families end up in the US$10,000 to US$20,000 range, where 46% of schools sit.
Shrewsbury and Wellington College top the list at US$35,000 per year for senior grades, followed by Dulwich College (US$32,000) and NIST (US$31,000). Harrow reaches US$30,000 at the top end. Only five schools charge US$30,000 or above.
Yes. Nineteen schools charge under US$10,000 a year, and several come in below US$5,000, including Ekamai International School, AIT International School, and Sarasas Ektra. Bangkok has more low-cost international options than Singapore or Hong Kong.
Estimated totals range from roughly US$35,000 at the cheapest schools to US$378,000 at the most expensive. The mid-range sits around US$150,000 to US$250,000 over 14 years, before extras like registration fees, transport, and uniforms.
Bangkok is significantly cheaper at every tier. Top-end schools charge US$28,000 to US$35,000 versus US$35,000 to US$39,000 in Singapore and Hong Kong. At the budget end, Bangkok offers credible options below US$5,000, while Singapore and Hong Kong rarely drop below US$9,000. Bangkok's international school market continues to grow, with new schools opening and existing ones expanding. For families relocating from Singapore, Hong Kong, or Dubai, the value difference is striking. For those already in the city, the breadth of options across curricula and price points is hard to match anywhere else in the region.
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