Which school is cheaper: Buds International School Phuket or Oak Meadow International School?

Buds International School Phuket has lower published tuition than Oak Meadow International School — roughly 70% cheaper at the midpoint. Buds International School Phuket runs $4,694-$5,250 USD/year; Oak Meadow International School runs $6,417-$10,500.

What is the true annual cost difference between Buds International School Phuket and Oak Meadow International School?

Including hidden fees (capital levy, registration, transport, uniform, technology, activities), Buds International School Phuket runs about $6,022 per year vs $9,959 at Oak Meadow International School — a difference of $3,937.

How do admissions compare between Buds International School Phuket and Oak Meadow International School?

Buds International School Phuket has Open admissions; Oak Meadow International School has Open admissions. The WhereNext Admissions Openness scale combines waiting-list status, admissions cadence, mid-year entry availability, and entry evaluation requirements.

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Buds International School Phuket vs Oak Meadow International School

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Buds International School Phuket is 65% cheaper than Oak Meadow International School on true annual cost ($6,022 vs $9,959). Buds International School Phuket scores higher on the WhereNext Value Score (60/100 vs 53/100).

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