RISR Ruamrudee International School Ratchapruek Campus is a American Diploma / Advanced Placement / IB Diploma school in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Founded in 2019. Annual tuition ranges from $15,848 to $23,268 USD.
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Key Details
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 15,848–$ 23,268 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
Ruamrudee International School Ratchapruek Campus (RISR) is a Catholic international school located in Nonthaburi, west of Bangkok, offering an American international curriculum from Pre-K through Grade 12. Fully accredited by WASC and a candidate school for the IB Diploma Programme, RISR emphasizes global citizenship, character development, and compassion in a multicultural community. The school promotes inclusive education with differentiated instruction and a dedicated Learning Support program.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Performing Arts
- STEM
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | THB 755,000~$ 20,685 |
| Pre-K 2-4 | THB 566,000~$ 15,507 |
| Grades 2-5 | THB 721,000~$ 19,753 |
| Grades 6-8 | THB 757,000~$ 20,740 |
| Grades 9-12 | THB 831,000~$ 22,767 |
| Kindergarten | THB 578,000~$ 15,836 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 566,000 - 831,000. Application fee: $140.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application form and pay non-refundable application fee, providing recent school reports and identification documents. 2. Pay the application fee by bank transfer or credit card and share proof of payment with the Finance Office. 3. Screening and assessment: younger children undergo a developmental observation with staff and parents; older students may complete English or academic assessments. 4. Admissions team reviews results and issues an offer letter and enrollment package if accepted. 5. Parents confirm their child's place by submitting required forms and paying registration fees before the deadline.
Admissions Details
RISR maintains a waiting list when class capacities are reached. Placement from the waitlist depends on availability and is not guaranteed.
School Day
Details about specific school day timings, including start/end times or breaks, are not publicly published.
Student Life
Four houses: Yaksha (Blue), Naga (Green), Kinnari (Yellow), and Garuda (Red).
The school uses a uniform; uniforms are purchased at the campus uniform store.
The on-campus canteen offers Western and Thai dishes; PreK3–Grade 1 have a set menu, and students use their school ID cards to purchase meals; a separate canteen serves younger students.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school integrates the Second Step program and SHAPE standards to support emotional health. Middle School advisory programs address personal and social well-being through Responsive Classroom and Restorative Justice frameworks. Summer School programs such as 'Healthy Heroes: Strong Bodies, Happy Minds' cover mindfulness, resilience, and social connection. No dedicated counselors or mental health staff are separately mentioned beyond these programs.
The RIS Child Safeguarding Code of Conduct & Policy applies to all staff, faculty, contractors, drivers, and external coaches. Staff must report suspected abuse within 24 hours to a counselor or administrator. The policy covers physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglect, and aligns with the Thai Child Protection Act (2003) and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Annual training is conducted, the policy is distributed to families, and child protection awareness is included in hiring practices.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years (Ages 2-5) | American Diploma | Pre-K 2 through Kindergarten |
| High School (Grades 9-10) | American Diploma | Advanced Placement courses available |
| High School (Grades 11-12) | IB Diploma | IB Diploma candidate school; AP courses also available |
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | American Diploma | — |
| Elementary School (Grades 1-5) | American Diploma | — |
School Background
Catholic school affiliated with the Redemptorist Fathers of Thailand and with the RIS Swiss Section; governance is tied to the Redemptorist Fathers of Thailand.
Catholic
Dr. Fuadi Pitsuwan (RIS Class of 2004)