Lighthouse International School is a Canadian Alberta Diploma / IGCSE / A-Levels school in Phuket, Thailand. Annual tuition ranges from $7,056 to $7,560 USD.
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Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 7,056–$ 7,560 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 School is a future-focused international school in Phuket, Thailand with campuses in Rawai and Chalong, offering education for children aged 2–18. The school provides personalised learning pathways through the Canadian Alberta curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels, and French options, combined with AI literacy and entrepreneurship programmes. Students graduate with internationally recognised qualifications giving them access to universities worldwide.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Hands-on marine science programme leveraging Phuket's coastal environment; Canadian Alberta curriculum delivered by native English-speaking teachers; Montessori-inspired constructivist learning for younger grades; small average class size of approximately 10 students; annual fee includes uniform, meals, and activities; fees payable monthly, termly, or annually with a 10% discount for annual payment.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 1-3 | THB 252,000~$ 6,904 |
| Grades 4-6 | THB 270,000~$ 7,397 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 252,000 - 270,000. Application fee: $1,120.
Admissions Process
- 1Book a school tour (open house or personal visit). 2. Complete the online enrolment form including student details, grade level, and intended start date. 3. Attend a preliminary assessment and interview with staff or the principal. 4. Submit required documents (birth certificate, photos, passport/visa, parent ID, school reports) and pay initial fees. 5. Arrange tuition payments on a monthly, termly, or annual schedule. 6. Finalize placement with final approval from the Thai School Director.
Student Life
Students are assigned to a house; siblings are generally placed in the same house.
One uniform is included in the annual fee; additional uniforms can be purchased at the school office.
The annual fee includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Wellbeing is integrated into the school's learning philosophy through individualised learning, personal reflection, and creative activities. Character education days and personal expression initiatives reinforce emotional resilience. No dedicated counselling or mental health staff roles are mentioned publicly.
All staff receive Red Cross-certified safety and first-aid training. Formal child protection or safeguarding policy documents are not published on the website; families are encouraged to request this information directly from the school.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Ages 6-11) | Canadian Alberta Diploma | Rawai campus |
| Kindergarten (Ages 2-6) | Canadian Alberta Diploma | Chalong and Rawai campuses |
| Lower Secondary (Grades 7-8) | Canadian Alberta Diploma | Canadian Alberta or Cambridge pathway |
| Middle Secondary (Grades 9-10) | IGCSE | Cambridge IGCSE pathway available |
| Upper Secondary (Grades 11-12) | A-Levels | Cambridge A-Levels or Canadian Alberta Diploma |
School Background
Founded and owned by Dan and Melissa Skitch.