Bloomsbury International School Hatyai is a UK school in Hatyai, Thailand. Founded in 2014. Annual tuition ranges from $8,555 to $10,060 USD.
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Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 8,555–$ 10,060 per year.
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
About
Bloomsbury International School Hatyai is a coeducational day school located in Hatyai, Songkhla, Thailand. It follows a UK curriculum and is led by Head of School Andrew Elliott.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Bloomsbury offers a British-style curriculum from Early Years through A Levels in southern Thailand near the Malaysian border. It features small class sizes, close student–teacher relationships, and strong creative arts provision including music, drama, and visual arts studios. The school provides both day and boarding options, a structured EAL programme using a Sheltered Immersion model, and a variety of clubs including robotics, Thai cooking, yoga, and board games.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 - Year 6 | THB 337,500~$ 9,247 |
| Year 7 - Year 13 | THB 359,300~$ 9,844 |
| Nursery - Reception | THB 318,500~$ 8,726 |
| Pre-Nursery (Age 2-3) | THB 305,550~$ 8,371 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 305,550 - 359,300. Application fee: $140.
Admissions Process
- 1Contact the Admissions team by phone or email to express interest. 2. Arrange a campus visit to tour facilities and meet school leaders. 3. Optionally undertake a free trial week to assess suitability. 4. Complete the application form and submit required documents (school records, health information, photos) and pay the enrolment fee. 5. Students entering Year 4 and above complete a diagnostic assessment during the trial or first week. 6. Once all paperwork, assessments, and payments are complete, a mutually agreed Monday is set as the first official day.
Admissions Details
Student Life
The school operates a house system. No further details about house names or purpose are publicly disclosed.
There is an on-site Dining Hall on campus and meals are provided for students. Optional food fees are THB 21,000/year for Nursery–Year 6 and THB 27,000/year for Year 7–Year 13.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school holds assemblies led by a Guidance Counsellor covering stress-management techniques such as calming breaths and shake-it-off exercises. A guidance team member provides individualised emotional support and helps students break challenges into manageable steps. The school partners with Sikarin Hospital for eye and ear health screenings. No dedicated mental health counsellor role or structured mental health programme is publicly detailed.
The school maintains safeguarding measures aligned with British systems, including a Designated Safeguarding Lead, annual child protection training for all staff, campus security guards, and a nurse on site in collaboration with a private hospital. Regular fire and lockdown drills are conducted. The Safeguarding policy covers physical, emotional, and cultural safety, with risk assessments preceding all events, and maintains confidentiality in line with the CIS Code of Ethics.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years (Ages 2-5) | EYFS | English Early Years Foundation Stage Framework for children aged 2-5. |
| Sixth Form (Ages 16-18) | A-Levels | 100% pass rate in 2024; in 2023 over half of A-Level grades were at A or A*. |
| Primary School (Ages 5-11) | National Curriculum | English National Curriculum for children aged 5-11. |
| Secondary School (Ages 11-16) | IGCSE | 100% pass rate in 2024; in 2023, over half of IGCSE grades were at A or A*. |
School Background
private