Thai Chinese International School Bangkok
International School in Bangkok
Quick answer
Thai Chinese International School Bangkok prepares students for AP and PSAT. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Bangkok averages. Graduates leave with AP and PSAT.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other leaving qualifications include AP and PSAT.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 20) Bangkok international school · 640 students total.
- 14 nationalities top: Thai.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:30.
640
14 (Thai)
20 avg / 20 max
Rolling
AP and PSAT
About Thai Chinese International School Bangkok
TCIS is a caring, collaborative community focused on preparing students for college and beyond by emphasizing a trilingual education (English, Chinese and Thai). Our goal is to develop: Critical thinkers, effective communicators, independent learners, collaborative workers, and responsible global participants. Our students are active in both local, national and international competitions and events. Our students exemplify the characteristics of true global contributors.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
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.
- •Listed (unverified): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 369603 ฿-490389 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,000(+20%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,500 |
| Cost position in Bangkok | 78th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
AP and PSAT
MAP Grades KG-8, PSAT Grades 8-10, AP exams, SAT and SAT subject tests
From 2014-2019 school years, we have increased the percentage of students receiving a 3+ on the AP exams. In 2018, our SAT scores improved on average by 75 points.
Thai, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Spanish and Computer Coding. Thai and Chinese are offered from PK2 through 12th grade. We provide differentiation in our Chinese and Thai classes by offering separate classes for native speakers and non-native speakers of both Thai and Chinese. Korean, Japanese, Spanish and Computer Coding are offered in High School.
We do provide support for students with English language instruction needs with three full-time staff members dedicated to supporting students who are designated as English language learners.
No
Yes. We have an English as Additional Language program with dedicated EAL teachers for elementary school, middle school and high school students. We also have an English Intensive Program (EIP) for students who need more support which includes instruction in a class dedicated to students who need intensive support.
7:30 – 3:10
Yes. We have a canteen where all students eat their meals.
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Bangkok
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Thai
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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