Panyaden International School
International School in Chiang Mai
Quick answer
Panyaden International School Chiang Mai serves 480 students from 42 nationalities aged 2 to 18. The school combines British curriculum with the IB Diploma at sixth form within a sustainability-and-Buddhist-values framework, accredited by IBO and WASC. Tuition $8,417-$15,861 per year. Strong fit for digital-nomad, remote-work and expat families on Chiang Mai assignments seeking British/IB-track education with environmental and contemplative-tradition focus in northern Thailand.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $8,417–$15,861/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 18) Chiang Mai international school · 480 students total.
- 42 nationalities top: Dual Nationality.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 8:15 am.
- Accreditations: IBO, WASC verified.
480
42 (Dual Nationality)
15 avg / 18 max
Rolling
IBO, WASC
IB Diploma
About Panyaden International School
At Panyaden International School (PYD), we aim to develop resilient, thoughtful and caring individuals through a practical, values-based education. By integrating a modern multilingual curriculum, environmental mindfulness and Buddhist principles, we aim to nurture the physical, moral, emotional and intellectual qualities of our children holistically. We see that for this to happen, the school must work together with families and the wider community.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $8,417 – $15,861 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 303000 ฿-571000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,239(+9%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,739 |
| Cost position in Chiang Mai | 75th percentile(above average) |
IB, British
IB Diploma
IB Diploma and SAT exams
N/A (Our highest class in Year 12 and will graduate the IB Diploma in Academic Year 2022-23.
Thai, English, Mandarin as an Additional Language, Spanish AB Initio
There is a nine-stage approach to meeting children’s needs, depending on their level of need. The homeroom teachers work closely with the students and with the learning support team to identify the difficulties and explore ways of helping the student. All teachers should be using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for academics, behaviour, and or social-emotional needs. A referal may be made from the Homeroom teachers to the learning support team. The Learning Support Teacher, School Counselor, and the School Principals collaboratively guide the staff in implementing the Provision/ Accommodation and/ or the Behavior Intervention Plan and assist in monitoring progress. The Learning Support Teacher and Counselor are responsible for conducting weekly check-ins with the student, parents, and all staff. With official documentation of learning and/ or a behaviour disability diagnosis, the Learning Support Specialist, along with the School Counselor, draws up an Individualised Education Plan (IEP) and or a Behavior Modification Plan (BMP).
Yes, at Panyaden students have access to school counsellors and learning support specialists. The team of support staff are available at both Primary and Secondary Campus.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) Thai as an Additional Language (TAL)
8:15 am – Early Years: 15:15 Primary Years: 15:45 Secondary Years: 16:00
Yes. Panyaden International School provides healthy and nutritious snacks and lunches to ensure your child has a balanced diet each day. All school lunches are prepared on site with fresh ingredients. Our lunch menu offers both Thai and international options and morning and afternoon snacks include fruit, sandwiches and other food. There is always a vegetarian option and we use brown rice. Our policy is that children do not bring food or snacks to school unless they have special dietary needs that were discussed with the administration and that are not met by the school. We also ask that parents do not give their children food on the school premises before or after school or share food with other children.
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
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Dual Nationality
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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