HeadStart International School
International School in Phuket
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $9,639–$13,639/yr published in THB, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 24) Phuket international school · 1,400 students total.
- 60 nationalities top: Thai.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 08:00.
- Accreditations: FOBISIA, CIE listed accreditations.
1,400
60 (Thai)
22 avg / 24 max
Rolling
FOBISIA, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About HeadStart International School
HeadStart International School, Phuket is a high achieving, co-educational British International School with two campuses - the first located in the heart of Phuket (Chaofah City), the second in the north-west of the island (Cherngtalay). It offers the English National Curriculum for students from 2 to 18 years of age.
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
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $9,639–$13,639 |
| Annual tuition (THB) | 347000 ฿-491000 ฿ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,139(+13%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,639 |
| Cost position in Phuket | 92th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
99.6% pass rate at IGCSE, 37% A*-A at IGCSE, 87% A*-C at A Level, 72% Distinction* or Distinction at BTEC
Thai (1st Language and Foreign Language), Mandarin (First Language and Foreign Language), French (as a Foreign Language), Russian (First Language)
unknown
Yes
Yes
08:00 – 15:20
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Phuket
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Thai
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