RIS Swiss Section – Deutschsprachige Schule Bangkok is a Swiss Matura / German Abitur school in Bangkok, Thailand. Founded in 1963. Annual tuition ranges from $9,800 to $19,880 USD.
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Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 9,800–$ 19,880 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
RIS Swiss Section – Deutschsprachige Schule Bangkok is the only German-speaking international school in Thailand approved by both the Swiss and German governments, celebrating over 60 years of educational excellence since its founding in 1963. The school offers an authentic Swiss and German curriculum rooted in the values of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria, serving students from Early Years (age 2) through Secondary School. Its comprehensive campus in Bangkok features over 30 state-of-the-art facilities including sports complexes, a 300-seat Performing Arts Center, libraries, and boarding accommodation.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
RIS Swiss Section offers a bilingual Swiss and German curriculum from 18 months to Grade 12, culminating in the internationally recognized Bilingual Swiss Matura that grants direct university access in Switzerland, Germany, and Austria. The school is officially recognized and subsidized by both Switzerland and Germany. It features the BVB International Football Academy, on-campus boarding at Seelos Residence for Grades 7–12, small class sizes, and multilingual instruction across German, English, Thai, French, and Spanish.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| KG2 – KG3 | THB 360,000~$ 9,863 |
| Nursery / KG1 | THB 350,000~$ 9,589 |
| Grades 1 – 2 | THB 470,000~$ 12,877 |
| Grades 3 – 6 | THB 530,000~$ 14,521 |
| Grades 7 – 10 | THB 670,000~$ 18,356 |
| Grades 11 – 12 | THB 710,000~$ 19,452 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 350,000 - 710,000. Application fee: $4,620.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application via OpenApply with academic transcripts from the previous two years (in German or English), plus passport, visa, or Thai ID documents as applicable. 2. Students applying to Grade 4 and above undergo a German language assessment using CEFR guidelines (A1 for Grade 4, A2 for Grade 5, B1 for Grade 6, B2 for Grade 9); no German requirement for up to Grade 3. 3. Applicants may be invited to an on-campus or virtual interview, particularly for students without German proficiency or where grade placement clarification is needed. 4. Upon acceptance, families pay the entrance fee, campus development fund or registration fee, membership fee, and tuition invoice; a THB 50,000 deposit applies if registering more than 60 days before the start date. 5. Parents submit a completed medical examination form and sign policy agreements including the values programme, dress code, insurance, tuition policies, enrolment agreement, and photo usage consent. 6. Once all documents and fees are received, the school issues an official acceptance letter and invites families for a campus tour or orientation session.
Admissions Details
Boarding Life
On-site boarding facilities available
Boarding is available for Grades 7–12 at the on-campus Seelos Residence. It provides daily academic support in the study hall and weekly tutoring sessions in math and science. Residents participate in RIS activities and weekend outings in Bangkok. English communication is encouraged and staff emphasize personal growth, collaboration, and social responsibility.
Student Life
On-site canteen and coffee shops on campus. Lunch for Nursery to Grade 1 costs approximately THB 8,000–10,000 per semester, charged separately.
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary School | Swiss Matura | — |
| Secondary School | Swiss Matura | Swiss Bilingual Matura offered as gateway to top universities in German-speaking countries |
| Early Years (Ages 2-6) | Swiss Matura | Swiss- and German-inspired early years programme |
School Background
Governed by the Swiss Educational Association (SEA), a not-for-profit trusteeship founded in 1962. A seven-member school board is elected at the Annual General Meeting; the president, vice president, and treasurer must be Swiss nationals. Board committees cover strategy, human resources, finance, and infrastructure.