Raffles American School Bangkok (RAS)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$6K – US$8K
Curriculum: American
Age Range: 2–18
Students: ~500
Location: Samut Prakan, Bangkok
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Raffles American School Bangkok is an American curriculum school in the Bangna area serving students from pre-K to Grade 12, recently achieving WASC accreditation and IB World School authorization. While teacher discussions reveal recent management improvements and salary increases to 80-100k THB for qualified staff, mixed feedback about past issues and limited visibility compared to Bangkok's tier-one schools position it as a developing institution.
Operating from a 2.25-hectare campus shared with Raffles higher education facilities, RAS Bangkok delivers an American curriculum pathway with integrated Chinese language instruction at all levels. The school achieved WASC accreditation three years ago and recently gained IB World School authorization, marking significant institutional development. Modern facilities include digital whiteboards, library, playground, and sports fields designed to support both indoor and outdoor learning experiences.
Teacher feedback reveals a school in transition, with two new principals starting three years ago and salary scales increasing to 80-100k THB for qualified licensed teachers. Recent discussions suggest the high turnover issues of previous years have been addressed, though some critical reviews remain regarding management practices and student experience. The school appears to serve primarily local families rather than the expatriate community that typically drives visibility for Bangkok's established international institutions like ISB or Bangkok Patana.
What parents value
- –Recent WASC accreditation and new IB World School authorization
- –Salary improvements to competitive 80-100k THB range for qualified teachers
- –American curriculum with integrated Chinese language program
- –Modern campus facilities including digital learning technology
- –Management restructuring appears to have addressed previous turnover issues
- –Certified SAT testing center with College Board AP courses
Points of consideration
- –Mixed teacher feedback about past management and operational issues
- –Limited visibility and discussion compared to Bangkok's tier-one schools
- –Recent institutional changes mean long-term stability remains to be proven
- –Some critical reviews regarding student experience and school practices
- –Part of Raffles Education group which has faced regulatory challenges elsewhere
- –Appears to serve primarily local rather than expatriate families
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery (2-3 years old) | 3 | 6,178 |
| Kindergarten 1-2 (3-5 years old) | 5 | 7,301 |
| Kindergarten 3 (5-6 years old) | 6 | 7,956 |
| Grade 1-4 (6-10 years old) | 10 | 8,705 |
| Grade 5-12 (10-18 years old) | 18 | 9,266 |
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 |
Photos
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
Dr. Paul Wilson - Head of School
Dr. Paul Wilson is the newly appointed Head of School at Raffles American School Bangkok, succeeding Mr. Kyle who established a strong student-centered foundation with mastery-based learning. He is impressed by the school's holistic philosophy, teachers, and inclusive atmosphere that empowers critical thinking and lifelong learning skills.
