Buds International School Phuket
International School in Phuket
Quick answer
Buds International School Phuket provides an American curriculum with AP course options. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. At $4,694–$5,250/year, it sits below the Phuket average — offering strong value.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at Buds International School Phuket.
- Tuition: $4,694–$5,250/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 12 school day starts at 7:30.
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About Buds International School Phuket
Buds International School Phuket is the oldest established child care facility and provider of quality education in Phuket. Buds offers schooling from nursery to primary levels. This boutique international school in Chalong, Phuket is designed specifically as a nursery, kindergarten and primary school facility in order to provide your child with the best possible learning environment. Buds caters to international and Thai children between the ages of 12 months and 12 years.
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.
- In-house specialist staff listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $4,694 – $5,250 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 169000 ฿-189000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $6,022(+21%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $7,522 |
| Cost position in Phuket | 8th percentile(budget-friendly) |
American
Thai, Chinese
unknown
Special education needs
7:30 – 17:00
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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