SBS International School Chiangmai
International School in Chiang Mai
Quick answer
SBS International School Chiangmai follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Well-suited to families seeking a premium and boarding families. Tuition of $248,200–$405,000/year is in line with Chiang Mai averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $6,894–$11,250/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 Chiang Mai international school · 450 students total.
- 26 nationalities top: Chinese and Thai.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 18 school day starts at 7.30.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
450
26 (Chinese and Thai)
15 avg
Available
CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About SBS International School Chiangmai
Satit International Bilingual School of Rangsit University Chiangmai (SIBS) is a proud school that offers its students a study pathway that covers both national and international curricula. Satit International Bilingual School of Rangsit University Chiangmai (SIBS) is a registered Cambridge International School, aims to give students the best education possible based on a two language system: Thai and English or Mandarin and English, while building fundamental skills, knowledge and familiarity with the latest information communication technology (ICT). Our school buildings combine modern architecture and state-of-the-art facilities. Our teachers are high calibre and selected from around the world to make sure students meet the highest academic standards. Our curriculum allows students to be fluent in both Thai and English or Madarin and English and at the same time, instill in them a keen sense of the highest moral code of conduct and social reponsibility. Our activity-based learning a
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
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- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- 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) | $6,894 – $11,250 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 248200 ฿-405000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $10,172(+12%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,672 |
| Cost position in Chiang Mai | 44th percentile(mid-range) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
Cambridge Checkpoint, IGCSE, A Levels , SAT
100% Pass rate for all candidates over all topics
Chinese
Students with delayed skills or other disabilities we provide individualized education programs (IEPs)
Yes, we offer IEP teacher
English Language Learners Thai Language Learners Mandarin Language Learners
7.30 – 3.40 / 4.30 (ECA)
Yes, Open-air canteen
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Chiang Mai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Chinese and Thai
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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