Garden International School
International School in Bangkok
Quick answer
Garden International School Bangkok is a smaller British international school of about 430 students from 42 nationalities, located in Sathorn district. The school follows the National Curriculum for England with IGCSE and A-Level pathways and emphasises a family-orientated community ethos. Annual tuition runs $8,000-$14,000 USD (true cost ~$13,000), well below Bangkok's premium-tier pricing. Best suited to British-curriculum families wanting a smaller-scale community over a large-school environment, accredited by COBIS.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $8,000–$14,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 25) Bangkok international school · 430 students total.
- 42 nationalities top: Thai.
- Ages: 2-11 school day starts at Upper School - 07.45 First School - 08.20.
- Accreditations: COBIS verified.
430
42 (Thai)
18 avg / 25 max
Rolling
COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Garden International School
Garden International School, Bangkok offers a premium international education, based on the British education model, in a friendly, family orientated environment. The school is located in the heart of Sathorn, close to Lumpini Park, Sathorn Road and Rama 4. We are also very close to many of the major embassies and we have children represented by approximately 42 countries, immersing all students in a rich diversity of cultures, religions and backgrounds. All of our teachers are qualified to UK degree and Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $14,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 260100 ฿-514000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $13,000(+18%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $14,500 |
| Cost position in Bangkok | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Primary only. British National Curriculum. Small class sizes. Located in Sathorn/Yannawa area. Feeds into secondary international schools.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE & A-Levels.
100% Pass Rate at A-Level in 2019 and 90% 5 A-Cs at IGCSE
We offer French First Language, French & Mandarin as Foreign Language and Thai.
The school employs a Learning Support Teacher. This teacher works with students who need more support to help them progress. This support can be one-to-one, in-class or by giving teachers strategies to help support the student.
Yes
Yes, we have a full EAL/ESL programme
Upper School - 07.45 First School - 08.20 – Upper School - 15.00 First School - 14.00-14.45 depending on the age/class.
Yes
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Sathorn, Silom, Yannawa, Bangrak
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Bangkok
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Thai
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Primary only. British National Curriculum. Small class sizes. Located in Sathorn/Yannawa area. Feeds into secondary international schools.
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