Education and Schools in Bangkok

There are a host of schools in Bangkok for expat parents to consider for their children. Though public schools are overcrowded, internationally uncompetitive, and use Thai as the primary teaching language, private and international institutions are plentiful and reputable.

Many students attend private schools that follow foreign curriculum. These can be good options for expat children and are often cheaper than international schools. Private schools are also popular with wealthier Thai students, who often make up the majority of the student body.

International schools follow curriculum from many different countries, the most popular being British and American. Some schools only accept students from their nationality. The International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT) has 75 member schools and, although there are other quality schools, all ISAT members meet international standards. Top schools can cost over $10,000 a year and have waiting lists.