Prem Tinsulanonda International School is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB Career-related Programme / IB school in Mae Rim, Thailand. Founded in 2001. It serves 500 students for students aged 3–19. Annual tuition ranges from $9,541 to $18,716 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Scholarships are open to new and returning students with applications due by April 15 annually and results announced by April 30. Available awards include: Academic Scholarship (for strong academic achievement and service), Athletic Scholarship (for competitive sports accomplishment), Creative Arts Scholarship (for talent in music, visual arts, performing arts, or digital media — portfolio or audition may be required), International Diversity Scholarship (for students from diverse national backgrounds with academic strength and leadership), IBCP Sustainability Scholarship (for IBCP students focused on Business and Sustainability, requiring a digital portfolio), and the Prem Ambassadors Award (for existing students in Grades 8–11 with at least one year at Prem, valid for one academic year).
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About
Prem Tinsulanonda International School is a private, coeducational international school in Chiang Mai, Thailand, authorized by the International Baccalaureate since February 2002. The school offers all four IB programmes—Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma, and Career-related—with English as the language of instruction and mixed boarding facilities.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
First school in Southeast Asia to offer IB Career-related Programme; full IB continuum from PYP to DP and CP; multicultural community; sustainability and outdoor education focus; holistic ethos grounded in Empathy, Integrity, Leadership and Legacy
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | THB 428,000~$ 11,726 |
| Grade 8 | THB 740,000~$ 20,274 |
| Grades 2-3 | THB 470,000~$ 12,877 |
| Grades 4-5 | THB 580,000~$ 15,890 |
| Grades 6-7 | THB 700,000~$ 19,178 |
| Grades 9-12 | THB 780,000~$ 21,370 |
| Early Years 1-3 | THB 399,000~$ 10,932 |
| Boarding (Full Year) | $11,065 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB343,460 - THB673,760. Application fee: $168.
Admissions Process
- 1Book a campus tour or open house (optional but encouraged). 2. Submit the online application form and required documents including school transcripts, and pay the non-refundable application fee. 3. Participate in a parent and student interview and academic assessments, which may include an English language evaluation. 4. Receive the admissions decision, typically within 3–5 business days. 5. Confirm your place and pay required fees by the specified deadline. 6. Receive visa support documents if applicable.
Admissions Details
Boarding Life
Flexible boarding options in a secure, supportive environment with on-site medical care and a multi-national boarding team.
Day Boarding, Full Boarding, Weekly Boarding (Monday to Sunday), ages 9-18
Student Life
The Prem House System comprises four houses: Fire, Earth, Water, and Air. It promotes community, competition, and leadership through events such as Premathlon, Sports Days, House Arts Challenge, and Prem's Got Talent, with student leaders playing key roles.
Uniform is required for all students except Grade 12.
The Prem Canteen serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner to boarding students, and lunch and snacks to day students. The menu features organic produce with Western, Thai/Asian, and Vegetarian sections. Breakfast includes an Egg Station and diverse options; weekly menus are published.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
School counsellors offer dedicated support services to the entire school community, including boarding students, with access beyond regular school hours. The school provides on-campus medical care via resident nurses and a 24/7 medical centre. A weekly pastoral curriculum called Connections (Grades 6–12) covers social, emotional, health, and economic topics facilitated by counsellors, homeroom teachers, and external experts.
The school emphasises 24/7 security with controlled campus access and thirteen dedicated security guards. On-campus clinics, trained security personnel, an on-campus ambulance, and trained staff overseeing boarding maintain a secure environment. A formal child protection policy is not explicitly published on the school's website.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Ages 6-11) | IB PYP | Grades 1-5, holistic child-centred learning |
| Early Years (Ages 2.5-5) | EYFS | Play-based, inquiry-driven learning |
| High School (Ages 16-19) | IB Diploma | Grades 11-12; IB CP also offered |
| Middle School (Ages 11-16) | IB MYP | Grades 6-10, inquiry and critical thinking |
School Background
private
First school in Southeast Asia to offer the IB Career-related Programme