Lanna International School Thailand is a British / A-Levels / IGCSE school in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Founded in 1993. It serves 900 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $11,575 to $22,495 USD.
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Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic and Talent Scholarships (Years 5–11): open to new students, covering up to 60% of tuition fees, based on academic performance or demonstrated talent in arts, sports, STEM, or humanities; renewable annually subject to review. Sixth Form Scholarships (Years 12–13): available to current Lanna students entering Year 12, awarded in three tiers — Gold (60%), Silver (40%), and Bronze (20%) — based on predicted IGCSE results, school involvement, and overall contribution; continues through Year 13 pending a mid-year review.
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Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 11,575–$ 22,495 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
Lanna International School Thailand is a co-educational day school located in Hang Dong, Chiang Mai, Thailand, serving students aged 2 to 18. The school offers a British-based curriculum including A Levels and IGCSE, with English as the language of instruction. It has a student body of approximately 900 pupils.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Performing Arts
- Visual and Creative Arts
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Years 1-2 (ages 5-6) | THB 530,400~$ 14,532 |
| Years 3-6 (ages 7-10) | THB 616,200~$ 16,882 |
| Early Years (ages 2-4) | THB 413,400~$ 11,326 |
| Years 12-13 (ages 16+) | THB 803,400~$ 22,011 |
| Years 7-9 (ages 11-13) | THB 639,600~$ 17,523 |
| Years 10-11 (ages 14-15) | THB 676,000~$ 18,521 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 413,400 - 803,400. Application fee: $168.
Admissions Process
- 1Book a school tour (optional but recommended). 2. Complete the online application form with student details and previous school reports. 3. Interview and assessment — Early Years: play-based session and parent interview; Years 1–3: 30-minute interview and basic assessment; Year 4 and above: 3-hour session including essay, reading comprehension, cognitive ability testing, and principal interview. 4. Decision issued within 10 working days; applicants may be placed on a waitlist if no space is available. 5. Accepted students receive a formal offer by email with a tuition invoice; additional documents (passports, birth certificates, etc.) must be submitted within 10 working days. 6. Upon payment and document submission, the student is enrolled and the school assists with uniforms, bus transport, and visa processes.
Admissions Details
Lanna International School operates a waitlist system when year-level spaces are full. Students who meet admissions criteria are placed on the waiting list after completing the full admissions process including assessment and interviews. If admission is not offered immediately, a retest may be scheduled in 3, 6, or 9 months depending on the applicant's age and performance.
School Day
The typical school day runs from approximately 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Students have mid-morning and lunchtime breaks, with lunch available on campus. Exact timings may vary slightly by age group.
Student Life
The school has a House System with four houses. Students compete in events throughout the year to earn points for their house.
LANNA publishes a monthly lunch menu featuring nutritious meals. Lunch is available on campus as an optional paid service. Annual lunch fees vary by stage: Early Years THB 22,050, Primary THB 23,100, Secondary THB 24,150.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Counselling services are available to all students, providing a confidential and personalised approach to mental wellbeing. Counsellors run both preventative programmes and interventions that promote self-awareness, resilience, and healthy coping strategies. PSHE is integral to the curriculum, supporting emotional health and wellbeing through lessons, assemblies, guest speakers, and workshops. The team helps students maintain balanced lives and resilience during transitions.
Lanna's safeguarding framework is detailed in their Child Protection/Safeguarding Handbook, which aligns with Thai law and UK guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024; Working Together UK 2023; Thai Child Protection Act 2003). The policy highlights welfare, safety, and child protection as top priorities and outlines roles and responsibilities for staff and leadership. Designated safeguarding procedures and staff training ensure a clear and robust response to concerns.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Ages 5-11) | National Curriculum | National Curriculum of England with International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and Cambridge Primary |
| Early Years (Ages 2-5) | IEYC | International Early Years Curriculum combined with National Curriculum of England |
| Secondary (Ages 11-18) | National Curriculum | Cambridge pathway; ~70% of graduates accepted to Top 100 Universities worldwide |
School Background
private