Americana Chinese International School (ACIS) is a American Curriculum / AERO Standards school in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Founded in 2019. It serves 550 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $5,600 to $10,528 USD.
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About
Americana Chinese International School (ACIS) in Chiang Mai, Thailand focuses on academic excellence, intensive language acquisition, critical thinking, creativity, and leadership. It follows the American curriculum from Pre-K to Grade 12, incorporating Project-Based Learning, STEM, and Robotics programs. ACIS offers daily Chinese and Thai lessons, nurturing multilingual students in a globally-minded learning environment.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
ACIS combines a US-based AERO Common Core curriculum with daily Mandarin and weekly Thai instruction, fostering multilingual proficiency. The school uses project-based learning and a STREAM approach integrating Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Class sizes are capped (20 for Pre-K–K3, 26 for Grades 1–6, 32 for Grades 7–12), and high school students can pursue Advanced Placement courses and a Dual Diploma Pathway earning both an ACIS and US high school diploma via Hudson Global Scholars.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 4-6 | THB 302,500~$ 8,288 |
| Grades 7-9 | THB 308,000~$ 8,438 |
| Pre-K to K2 | THB 180,400~$ 4,942 |
| Grades 10-12 | THB 341,000~$ 9,342 |
| K3 to Grade 3 | THB 264,000~$ 7,233 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 200,000 - 376,000. Application fee: $1,680.
Admissions Process
- 1Schedule an optional campus visit or tour via the Enrollment page. 2. Submit the online or downloadable application form including student details, previous schooling, languages, and family information. 3. Submit required documents such as proof of identity and previous school reports. 4. Receive a Letter of Acceptance if successful. 5. Pay tuition and fees to trigger issuance of a student visa letter; ACIS provides visa support for international students.
Admissions Details
The school does not have a waitlist.
School Day
Specific daily hours or break/lunch times are not publicly available.
Student Life
A one-time purchase of 5 uniform sets at THB 4,000 is required. No stage-specific breakdown is provided.
Lunch, breakfast and snack available at an annual cost of THB 20,000.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
ACIS has a dedicated counselling team that conducts wellness checks, delivers a social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum, and supports students through individual or group sessions. A school-wide Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) system reinforces positive conduct. Annual health checkups are conducted to identify developmental or health issues early.
The ACIS website does not publicly detail specific safeguarding or child protection policies or designated safeguarding staff.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| High School (Grades 11-12) | American Diploma | ACIS Honors Dual Diploma Program available |
| Preschool & Kindergarten (Pre-K) | American Curriculum | AERO Standards-based early childhood program |
| Primary & Middle School (Grades 1-10) | American Curriculum | AERO Standards with STEM and Project-Based Learning |
School Background
Founded in 2019 by Amporn and Chugait Garmolgomut; family-owned and operated.