Australian International School Bangkok
International School in Bangkok
Quick answer
Australian International School Bangkok (AIS Bangkok) delivers an Australian curriculum with IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO. Annual tuition runs in Bangkok's mid-tier international-school pricing. Admissions are moderate; best suited to Australian-curriculum families based in Bangkok wanting Australian HSC pathway with IB Diploma optionality, as an alternative to the city's larger British and American schools.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Australian, IB leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $8,000–$16,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 18) Bangkok international school.
- 40 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 2-18 school day starts at Nursery 1, 2 – Kindergarten 1: 8:30 am Foundation: 8:20 am Year 1 – Year 11: 7:30 am.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
40
15 avg / 18 max
Rolling
IBO
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Australian International School Bangkok
Principle of the school comes from the sense of purpose that is generated by all of the staff working together in a common cause. That common cause is to provide the best possible start in education for students so they are able to move through the following stages of their education as confident, happy learners. The happy learning atmosphere at AISB comes from the work of dedicated, highly professional native English speaking teachers, supported by a caring team of Teacher Assistants, nannies, administration and ancillary staff.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 322400 ฿-535000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $14,000(+17%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,500 |
| Cost position in Bangkok | 81th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Australian curriculum (NSW) + IB Diploma option. Located in Sukhumvit area. Mid-range fees. Registration THB 100,000.
Australian, IB
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
Not applicable at this time.
Thai, French, Japanese,German and Mandarin
English as Additional Language and Learning Support.
Yes
English as a Additional Language Program
Nursery 1, 2 – Kindergarten 1: 8:30 am Foundation: 8:20 am Year 1 – Year 11: 7:30 am – Nursery 1: 12:00 pm Nursery 2: 12:10 pm Kindergarten 1: 1:00 pm Foundation – Year 11: 2:00 pm
Yes (Optional)
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Sukhumvit, Phra Khanong, On Nut, Ekkamai
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Bangkok
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Australian curriculum (NSW) + IB Diploma option. Located in Sukhumvit area. Mid-range fees. Registration THB 100,000.
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