Canadian International School of Thailand
IB World School, Ontario Curriculum, IB PYP, IB MYP, OSSD
Canadian International School of Thailand offers a Canadian and IB-influenced pathway in the Pinklao / Bang Phlat area. The school is positioned as a more accessible international option compared with many premium Bangkok schools, with published fees and boarding options. It may suit families looking for Ontario Curriculum, OSSD pathways, and multilingual learning in a smaller community setting.
Overview
- Age range: 2–18
- Grades: PreK2 to Grade 12
- Fees: ฿190k – ฿416k
- Application fee: THB 5,000
- Capital / enrolment fee: Registration fee THB 150,000; School Association Fee THB 2,500
- Class size: Secondary directory lists average 15 and maximum 23; verify with admissions
- Admissions difficulty: Moderate
- Availability: Open days and campus tours available through admissions
Language & learning support
EAL / English support: Formal EAL Intensive Programme is publicly listed. The school also lists multilingual language opportunities.
SEN / learning support: Learning Support Assistants are referenced on the school website, but detailed SEN capacity and admissions thresholds are not fully publicly listed.
Languages offered: English, Thai, Mandarin, French
Facilities
Admissions
Application deadline: Rolling admissions
Open day: Open Day registration and campus tours available through the admissions team
Best fit for
- Families looking for a Canadian/Ontario pathway and OSSD option
- Parents who value IB-style learning with multilingual exposure
- Families seeking comparatively lower published fees in Bangkok
Possible concerns
- Grade 12 OSSD fee can be higher than the standard Grade 10–12 fee depending on entry point
- Public SEN information is limited — check support capacity carefully
Questions parents should ask
- Is my child applying for the standard Grade 10-12 pathway or the OSSD Grade 12 pathway?
- What EAL support is available and is it included in tuition?
- What learning support needs can the school currently accommodate?
- What is the average class size in primary and secondary?
- How does the Ontario Curriculum connect with IB PYP and MYP at the school?
- What boarding supervision and routines are provided?
- Are there transport options from central Bangkok or Nonthaburi?
