Wells International School
International School in Bangkok
Quick answer
Wells International School Bangkok serves 510 students aged 3 to 18 across multiple Bangkok campuses. The school delivers a fully American curriculum with strong AP courses, accredited by WASC and IBO. Tuition $6,000-$14,000 per year — strong value for a multi-accredited American international school. Strong fit for American expat families and Thai families seeking US-track education with US-college progression at accessible price points, complementing the premium NIST and Patana British/IB-curriculum options.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and AP.
- Tuition: $6,000–$14,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 21 (max 25) Bangkok international school · 510 students total.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:45am.
- Accreditations: WASC, IBO verified.
510
21 avg / 25 max
Rolling
WASC, IBO
IB Diploma and AP
About Wells International School
An intimate and close family atmosphere, coupled with excellent teaching staff and a caring administration that truly believes in the progress and development of every single student.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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: limited
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $6,000 – $14,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 246000 ฿-546000 ฿ |
| 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
Budget-friendly American curriculum. Three campuses across Bangkok. Fees THB 180,000-420,000/year ($5,000-$12,000). Registration THB 50,000. Uniforms THB 3,000-5,000. Bus THB 30,000-50,000/year.
American
IB Diploma and AP
SATs, AP exams, and the IB exams.
Above average as compared to American and Global averages.
Spanish, Thai, Hindi, Japanese and Chinese (Mandarin)
N/A
No
Yes, we have an additional ESL strain for students who require additional English support.
7:45am – 2:45pm
Yes
Yes, for strict vegetarians.
Recommended neighborhoods
On Nut, Phra Khanong, Sukhumvit
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Bangkok
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Budget-friendly American curriculum. Three campuses across Bangkok. Fees THB 180,000-420,000/year ($5,000-$12,000). Registration THB 50,000. Uniforms THB 3,000-5,000. Bus THB 30,000-50,000/year.
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