Ruamrudee International School (RIS)
International School in Bangkok
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and AP and TOEFL and PSAT.
- Tuition: $12,000–$22,000/yr published in THB, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 10 (max 12) Bangkok international school · 1,146 students total.
- 23 nationalities top: Thai.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:10am.
- Accreditations: WASC, CIS, IBO listed accreditations.
1,146
23 (Thai)
10 avg / 12 max
Rolling
WASC, CIS, IBO
IB Diploma and AP and TOEFL and PSAT
About Ruamrudee International School (RIS)
Ruamrudee International School is a private, non-profit day school that provides an interfaith, inclusive, and academically rigorous education for students to be balanced, successful, and compassionate individuals. Established in 1957, it was the first school in Thailand to achieve WASC accreditation. Emphasis on values and character education is a hallmark of learning at RIS. Our students are encouraged to achieve their full potential while developing skills and attributes that help them become responsible global citizens and contributing members of society.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $12,000–$22,000 |
| Annual tuition (THB) | 548400 ฿-1442000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $19,200(+13%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $20,700 |
| Cost position in Bangkok | 59th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
American curriculum with AP courses. Catholic heritage. Mid-range pricing. Registration THB 100,000. Uniforms THB 5,000-8,000. Bus THB 30,000-50,000/year. ECA THB 10,000-30,000/year.
American
IB Diploma and AP and TOEFL and PSAT
MAP, PSAT, SAT, IB, AP, and TOEFL
Our students excel in examinations. We average 100 points higher than US students on the SAT and 2 of our IB Diploma students scored a perfect score this year when there were only 160 perfect scores worldwide. Our students are consistently offered entrance into top universities around the world.
Japanese, Mandarin, French, Spanish, and Thai
The Special Education Program is designed to take into account the wide diversity of individual characteristics, interests, abilities, and learning needs. It will include parents, teachers, counsellors, and care givers at every stage and in all plans that are made to meet the student's educational needs. Equality of opportunity for all students is essential and it is important that students with special needs have the opportunity to learn along side their peers. For this reason, special education needs of students will normally be met in the mainstream classroom setting.
Yes. Our Special Needs Program is overseen by our Director of Student Services, one of our school psychologists.
Yes - Our English Language Development Program recognizes that all students represent multiple levels of proficiency in the English language. RIS offers a combination of sheltered classes, study support classes, and push-in support for subject areas. Daily study support is also offered to help students keep pace with their core subjects and to provide the opportunity to review and practice the basic components of the English language.
7:10am – 2:40pm
Yes. We have a diverse offering of independent service providers.
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Minburi, Ramkhamhaeng, Lat Krabang
At a Glance
Fee Position in Bangkok
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Thai
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