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Australian Curriculum International Schools in Thailand

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About international schools in Thailand

Australian-curriculum international schools in Thailand are generally English-medium schools that follow the Australian national curriculum (Foundation/Primary to middle secondary) while often offering different senior pathways - some schools continue to Australian senior certificates or adapt to IB/IGCSE/A-level options at Years 11 - 12. You will commonly find Thai language classes as a statutory or offered subject and additional modern languages such as Mandarin on the curriculum; teaching staff are usually a mix of Australian-trained and international teachers. Annual tuition at Australian-style international schools in Thailand sits within the wider Bangkok international-school market and typically ranges in the mid-hundreds of thousands of baht, with younger years usually less expensive than senior secondary and with extra charges for registration, deposits, meals, transport and activities. Application cycles and term calendars vary: many international schools follow a northern-hemisphere August start, but some Australian schools and campuses use a January intake or run rolling admissions, so families should check each school’s published term dates and admissions timetable before relocating.

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At a glance 3 schools · avg fee THB 392,442
Schools listed
3
Curricula
6
Average annual fee
THB 392,442
Fee range
THB 262,700 – 520,000
Most common curriculum
Australian Curriculum (3 schools)
Average school size
630 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Australian International School Bangkok - Soi 20
Oldest
St. Mark's Australian International School (1999)

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FAQs for Thailand

What exactly is the Australian Curriculum and how does it differ from IB or British programmes?
The Australian Curriculum sets national learning standards and content across learning areas (English, mathematics, science, humanities, health and more) from Foundation/Primary through lower secondary and is standards-based rather than a single terminal diploma. In international settings schools may keep the Australian Curriculum through Year 10 and then offer different senior pathways (Australian senior certificates or international programmes such as the IB Diploma or IGCSE/A-levels), so the practical difference for a family is which Year 11 - 12 qualification the school prepares students for.
Which ages and senior qualifications can I expect at these schools?
Many Australian-curriculum international schools in Thailand run from early years (pre-school/Foundation) up to Year 12, but offerings vary by campus and some are primary-only or stop at lower secondary. For senior secondary (Years 11 - 12) schools may deliver an Australian state certificate, or they may switch to IB, IGCSE plus A-levels, or other international qualifications - always confirm the school’s declared senior pathway if university entry in a particular country matters to you.
What language(s) are used for teaching and what language support is available?
English is the primary language of instruction in Australian-curriculum international schools, with Thai language study commonly included either as a required subject or as part of a bilingual option. Most schools also offer additional languages (for example Mandarin or other modern languages) and provide English language support programmes for students who need help reaching mainstream classroom levels.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Tuition for Australian-style international schools in Thailand typically sits within the broader Bangkok international-school market; mid-range annual tuition commonly falls in the mid-hundreds of thousands of baht, with senior secondary often at the higher end and premium campuses above that. Expect one-off or annual extras such as registration and acceptance deposits, activity and resource levies, uniforms, transport, meals and optional exam or extracurricular fees; check each school’s published fee schedule for the full breakdown.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most schools publish a main intake and calendar - many international schools in Thailand follow an August - June academic year, while some Australian schools run a January start or offer places year-round - so families should plan to apply several months before the school’s intake period. Admissions commonly include an application form and fee, review of school reports, an assessment or placement test and a short interview (in person or online), and schools will advise on English-language support needs and required documentation for Thai visa and residency paperwork.

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