Lighthouse International Kindergartens is a Canadian Curriculum / EYFS school in Phuket, Thailand. Founded in 2021. Annual tuition ranges from $5,376 to $6,216 USD.
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Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 5,376–$ 6,216 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
Lighthouse International Kindergartens operates two campuses in Chalong (est. 2021) and Rawai (opening 2025), Phuket, offering early childhood education for children aged 1 to 7 years. The school follows a Canadian curriculum integrated with the UK EYFS framework, with a teaching approach similar to Montessori and Waldorf models, emphasizing phonics, creativity, and small-class environments. Part of the Lighthouse School Group, which also includes a Primary and new High School campus in Rawai.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Hands-on, play-based curriculum for ages 1–7 rooted in the Canadian Flight Framework, enriched with Montessori, Waldorf, and EYFS influences. Small class sizes with native English-speaking educators. Healthy meals prepared daily by chefs without refined sugar or MSG. After-school care available until 18:00.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Nursery (Age 1-2) | THB 6,216~$ 170 |
| Pre-K to Grade 1 (Ages 2-7) | THB 5,376~$ 147 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: The prices are moderate if you pay monthly.. Application fee: $280.
Admissions Process
- 1Book a school visit via website form, phone, or WhatsApp. 2. Attend school tour and consultation with staff. 3. Complete and submit registration form at reception with THB 10,000 registration fee and THB 1,000 insurance fee; placement confirmed based on available space. 4. Select payment schedule and confirm start date.
Admissions Details
No formal waitlist or pool system mentioned.
School Day
Monday to Friday. Doors open at 08:00, classroom activities begin by 08:30. Pick-up between 15:00–16:00. After-school care available until 18:00.
Student Life
Uniforms are available and charged separately.
Breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks are prepared daily by full-time chefs. Meals are served without refined sugar or MSG, and the school can cater for allergies upon request. A three-week rotating menu is used.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
No formal SEL programme or dedicated SEL staff mentioned. Group activities such as circle time, music, and sensory play are integrated into daily routines to support interaction and emotional expression.
No formal safeguarding or child protection policy publicly available. Basic safety measures include perimeter fencing, secure gates, and first-aid trained staff.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Ages 5-7) | American Diploma | Canadian curriculum with Montessori/Waldorf approach through Grade 1 |
| Early Years (Ages 1-5) | EYFS | UK EYFS integrated with Canadian curriculum; Jolly Phonics used from age 3 |
School Background
Independently run with its own policies, separate from the Lighthouse School Group.