Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi (Brighton Vibhavadi)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$17K – US$29K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 2–18
Students: 500
Location: Chatuchak, Bangkok
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi opens in August 2025 as the second Bangkok campus of the prestigious Brighton College brand, taking over the former St. Stephen's School site on Vibhavadi Road. The school offers British curriculum from Early Years to A-Levels with upgraded facilities including a 370-seat theatre and 70+ contemporary classrooms, serving approximately 550 students under Founding Head Master Crispian Waterman.
BCBV represents a significant expansion of Brighton College International into northern Bangkok, transforming the established St. Stephen's School site with major facility upgrades and a complete curriculum overhaul. The school follows the full British pathway from Early Years through Sixth Form, emphasizing the Brighton College values of curiosity, confidence, and kindness. Unique program elements include an Entrepreneurship Challenge for Year 12 students, dedicated Presentation Skills teaching in Key Stage 3, and a 'Story of Our Land' course that blends history, geography, and Thai-focused humanities for Years 7-8.
The upgraded campus features extensive facilities including science laboratories with dedicated preparation rooms for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, creative spaces like a Design Technology workshop and Robotics Lab, plus a substantial 370-seat theatre for performing arts. The Sixth Form Centre provides specialized social, collaborative, and study areas, while the Early Learning Village caters specifically to younger students with indoor and outdoor play environments. An expansive internal sports hall accommodates two full-sized basketball courts, supporting the school's commitment to well-rounded development alongside academic achievement.
What parents value
- –Backed by the prestigious Brighton College brand with strong UK academic heritage
- –Major facility upgrades from the former St. Stephen's site including 370-seat theatre
- –Founding Head Master Crispian Waterman brings over 20 years international education experience
- –Full British curriculum pathway from Early Years to A-Levels with university preparation focus
- –Specialized facilities including science labs, robotics lab, and dedicated Sixth Form centre
- –Unique program elements like Entrepreneurship Challenge and Thai-focused humanities course
- –Located in northern Bangkok providing access to growing residential areas
Points of consideration
- –Brand new school opening August 2025 with no established track record or exam results
- –Smaller student body of approximately 550 compared to Bangkok's larger international schools
- –Premium positioning likely means higher fees though specific costs not publicly available
- –As newest Brighton College campus, may take time to establish reputation independent of parent school
- –Limited historical data on university placement outcomes or parent satisfaction
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery | 2 | 18,417 |
| Nursery | 3 | 20,888 |
| Reception | 5 | 22,183 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 25,693 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 25,693 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 26,660 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 26,660 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 27,914 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 27,914 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 28,120 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 28,707 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 28,707 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 30,853 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 30,853 |
| Year 12 | 16 | 31,880 |
| Year 13 | 17 | 31,880 |
Fees converted from THB. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 156 |
| Admission Fee | 6,240 |
| Security Deposit (refundable) | 4,680 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Bangkok's international schools serve a diverse community of expat and local families. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Crispian Waterman - Head Master
Crispian Waterman is the Founding Head Master of Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi, with over 20 years of experience in international education across the UK, Switzerland, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Thailand.
