Meritton British International School
International School in Chiang Mai
Quick answer
Meritton British International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. Tuition of $5,889–$10,000/year is in line with Chiang Mai averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Meritton British International School.
- Tuition: $5,889–$10,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 18 Chiang Mai international school · 303 students total.
- 19 nationalities top: Thai.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 16 school day starts at 8:15 am.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
303
19 (Thai)
18 avg
Rolling
CIE
About Meritton British International School
Meritton British International School follows the English National Curriculum in Early Years, the Cambridge International Curriculum in Primary and Lower Secondary, and the Cambridge IGCSE in Upper Secondary. Moreover, we also apply the Values-based Education and mindfulness in teaching and learning activities. It creates a strong learning environment that enhances academic attainment, and develops students’ social and relationship skills that last throughout their lives. - Experienced-based learning - Modelling - Noticing and discussing
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,889 – $10,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 212000 ฿-360000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,045(+14%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $10,545 |
| Cost position in Chiang Mai | 31th percentile(mid-range) |
British
Cambridge Primary Checkpoint (Year 6) Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint (Year 9) IGCSE (Year 11)
Not applicable
Thai, French, and Mandarin
We have a dedicated SENCo teacher and a facility available to support students.
Yes
Yes
8:15 am – Early Years = 3:00 pm Primary = 3:30 pm Secondary = 3:45 pm
Yes
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 Chiang Mai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Thai
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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