BASIS International School Bangkok is a Advanced Placement / BASIS Curriculum school in Bangkok, Thailand. Founded in 2019. It serves 3,200 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $15,260 to $27,944 USD.
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About
BASIS International School Bangkok is the 35th school in the BASIS Curriculum School network, offering a rigorous American K-12 education from Nursery to Grade 12 in Bangkok, Thailand. The school features a dual-teacher model, Advanced Placement coursework, and world-class facilities including a competition pool, convertible gym, and design suite. Located next to Central Rama 2, it is recognized as one of Thailand's leading American international schools.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
BASIS International School Bangkok is part of the global BASIS Curriculum Schools network and is the 35th BASIS International School worldwide. It emphasizes a rigorous American curriculum with a strong foundation in mathematics, science, humanities, and languages. From Grade 9, students take Advanced Placement (AP) courses and must complete at least six AP exams before graduation, culminating in a Capstone Project. The school integrates the 'TUSKERS' SEL values framework throughout all grade levels.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Nursery | THB 545,000~$ 14,932 |
| PreK 1-2 | THB 630,000~$ 17,260 |
| Grades 1-3 | THB 775,000~$ 21,233 |
| Grades 4-5 | THB 782,500~$ 21,438 |
| Grades 6-8 | THB 898,000~$ 24,603 |
| Grades 9-12 | THB 998,000~$ 27,342 |
| Kindergarten | THB 650,000~$ 17,808 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 545,000 - 998,000. Application fee: $140.
Admissions Process
- 1Attend an admissions event (optional but recommended). 2. Submit an online application with a non-refundable 5,000 THB application fee. 3. Provide teacher evaluation forms from the current school. 4. Submit official transcripts (Grades 1–12 only). 5. Register for a play date (younger applicants) or entrance exam. 6. Attend a 30-minute family meeting with at least one parent or guardian.
Admissions Details
Students who pass the admissions assessment but for whom no space is available are placed on a waitlist. The 250,000 THB registration fee acts as the waitlist fee. If a place becomes available within 12 months, the fee is applied toward registration. If no place becomes available within 12 months, the fee is refunded in full, or the family may choose to remain on the waitlist.
Student Life
On-site café and canteen. Epicure Catering provides food services and a lunch program, with snacks and lunch available daily in the Kindergarten Building and Canteen. Meals emphasize balanced nutrition with Western and Asian options.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Support is provided through the Student Affairs Department, which includes deans and counselors. Deans are assigned to specific grade levels and monitor student performance to proactively identify students who need help. Counselors provide direct support for both academic and personal issues, addressing academic stress, personal difficulties, and other challenges.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Grades 1-5) | BASIS Curriculum | — |
| High School (Grades 9-12) | Advanced Placement | 97.8% of 2019 graduates earned AP Scholar Recognition; average 12.9 AP exams per graduate |
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | BASIS Curriculum | Accelerated learning opportunities begin in Middle School |
| Early Learning (Nursery - Grade K) | BASIS Curriculum | Early Learning Program for children starting from age 2 |
School Background
Part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools network; BASIS International School Bangkok is the 35th school within that global network, which originated in the United States.