Prem Tinsulanonda International School
International School in Chiang Mai
Quick answer
Prem Tinsulanonda International School (Prem) Chiang Mai serves 540 students from 31 nationalities aged 3 to 18 across a 100-acre boarding-and-day campus. The school is an IB Continuum World School with strong horse-riding, equestrian and outdoor-pursuits programmes, accredited by IBO and CIS. Tuition $11,083-$21,667 per year. Long-established choice for international families seeking established IB-track education with extensive sport, arts and equestrian programmes in northern Thailand.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB leaving qualifications include IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $11,083–$21,667/yr published annual range.
- 31 nationalities top: Chinese - 40%.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8 AM.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
540
31 (Chinese - 40%)
25 max
Available
IBO, CIS
IB Diploma
About Prem Tinsulanonda International School
Prem Tinsulanonda International School is an EY1 - Grade 12 IB World international boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 3–19. The school opened in August 2001 in Chiang Mai, Thailand and is a key part of the Traidhos Three-Generation Community for Learning, designed and created by Thai architect and artist, ML Tridhosyuth Devakul.[1] The school is on a 100-acre campus, and has approximately 500 students coming from over 31 countries. The school is authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IB) Geneva, to offer the Diploma Program (IB DP) for grades 11 and 12, the Middle Years Program (IB MYP) for grades 6 - 10, and the Primary Years Program (IB PYP) for early years 1 to grade 5. Prem was the first school in Southeast Asia to offer all four IB programs, as it also offers the IBCP – International Baccalaureate Career-related Program.[2] The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $11,083 – $21,667 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 399000 ฿-780000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $18,025(+10%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $19,525 |
| Cost position in Chiang Mai | 94th percentile(premium tier) |
IB
IB Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme, University entrance examinations such as SAT, IELTS, BMAT, UCAT, TSA plus others as needed.
Our students score well above the IB World Average
Thai, Korean, French, Mandarin, Spanish and Dzongkha.
Prem provides in class and pull out support to students with learning differences by collaboratively planning for differentiation with teachers. Based on needs, we may create Personalized Learning Plans, with individualized learning goals to document accommodations and modifications. We communicate closely with parents to ensure that students’ needs are met.
Yes
We offer English Language Support and have a dedicated Intensive English Programme (IEP).
8 AM – Junior School finishes at 3 PM and Senior School finishes at 3.30 PM.
Yes
We cater for vegetarian and halal diets.
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Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Chinese - 40%
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