St Andrews Samakee International School is a English National Curriculum / EYFS school in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Founded in 2000. It serves 270 students for students aged 1–14. Annual tuition ranges from $10,898 to $20,014 USD.
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Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
$ 10,898–$ 20,014 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
St Andrews Samakee International School is a coeducational day school located in Nonthaburi, Thailand. It serves students aged 1 to 14 and is led by Head of School Ms. Monica Sudhirak.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Small class sizes supporting personalised learning within a close-knit community of around 152 students. Distinctive on-site farm and environmental programme fostering sustainability and service. STEAM-focused activities and learner-centred British curriculum from early years to Year 9. Quiet suburban garden setting near Nichada Thani just north of Bangkok.
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Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1-Year 9 (5 full days) | THB 714,800~$ 19,584 |
| Nursery-Reception (Full Day, 3 days/week) | THB 389,200~$ 10,663 |
| Nursery-Reception (Full Day, 4 days/week) | THB 511,800~$ 14,022 |
| Nursery-Reception (Full Day, 5 days/week) | THB 635,400~$ 17,408 |
| Nursery-Reception (Morning Only, 3 days/week) | THB 278,600~$ 7,633 |
| Nursery-Reception (Morning Only, 4 days/week) | THB 370,600~$ 10,153 |
| Nursery-Reception (Morning Only, 5 days/week) | THB 456,600~$ 12,510 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: THB 389,200 - 714,800. Application fee: $70.
Admissions Process
- 1Complete the enrolment form and submit with passports, birth certificate, two photos, last two years' school reports in English, and any specialist reports. 2. Visit the school — the Office Manager arranges a tour and meeting with senior staff. 3. Attend a taster day for the child to meet peers and teachers. 4. Class placement and a follow-up meeting to clarify details and discuss needs. 5. Fee payment (enrolment fee and first term's tuition) and transition planning.
Admissions Details
School Day
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The school day includes classroom learning and after-school enrichment options. Nursery-Reception morning sessions run 8:15 AM to 12:00 PM; full-day sessions run 8:15 AM to 2:30 PM.
Student Life
Three houses: Nightingale (blue), Einstein (red), and Shakespeare (green). House Captains lead events and support younger students. House t-shirts are worn on Fridays and for inter-house events.
House t-shirts in blue (Nightingale), red (Einstein), and green (Shakespeare) are worn on Fridays and for House events. Available from the school shop.
Tuition fees include daily lunch and snacks. A pupil notes that their favourite food at the school is sushi.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
No specific dedicated mental wellbeing programmes or staff are publicly detailed. General references to social and emotional development are embedded in the curriculum and Early Years approach.
Safeguarding is considered everyone's responsibility. The school has designated safeguarding officers including a Designated Safeguarding Lead and several deputies who oversee child protection and respond to concerns raised by students or parents.
Student Demographics
Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Ages 5-10) | National Curriculum | Middle School covers Years 1-5 (ages 5-10) |
| Early Years (Ages 2-5) | EYFS | First School covers Nursery to Reception (ages 2-5) |
| Upper School (Ages 10-14) | National Curriculum | Upper School covers Years 6-9 (ages 10-14) |
School Background
private
Education Development Trust ISQM Gold StandardThree-Star Gold Standard accreditation (May 2023)
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