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International schools in Thailand — chosen wisely.

Curriculum, area and the true all-in cost — the three decisions that shape a relocating family's whole move, broken down so you can shortlist with confidence.

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How to use these guides

Picking an international school is usually the single decision that shapes a family's whole move to Thailand — it sets the budget, the commute and, very often, the neighbourhood you end up living in. These deep-dive guides break the choice down by curriculum, by area and by true all-in cost, so you can shortlist with confidence and avoid the expensive mistakes. We name no schools and take no paid placement — just the criteria an experienced local family would use.

The guides
British / IGCSE / A-Level

British Curriculum (IGCSE / A-Level)

How the British system works in Thailand — Early Years through IGCSE and A-Levels — and how to judge a British-style school before you enrol.

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American / AP

American Curriculum (AP / High School Diploma)

How the US system runs in Thailand — elementary through the High School Diploma and Advanced Placement — and what to check before you commit.

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International Baccalaureate

IB World Schools (PYP / MYP / Diploma)

How the International Baccalaureate works in Thailand — PYP, MYP and the Diploma — and how to judge an IB school beyond the marketing.

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Area & Commute

Choosing a School by Area

Where Bangkok's international schools cluster, and how to let the school — not the postcode — drive where you choose to live.

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Fees & Budget

Fees & Budgeting

The full cost of an international education in Thailand — beyond tuition — and how to build a budget that won't surprise you.

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Frequently asked
How should I start choosing an international school?Decide on curriculum first (British, American or IB) based on your child's path and likely university destination, then shortlist schools, then choose your area for the shortest realistic commute. These guides walk through each step in order.
Do you recommend specific schools?No. BAANLYY takes no paid placement and names no schools. We give you the criteria an experienced local family would use — accreditation, results, fees and commute — so you can evaluate any school yourself.
Why does the school choice affect where I live?Bangkok's international schools cluster in a few corridors and traffic is heavy at school-run times. For most families the school decision drives the neighbourhood. Our by-area guide maps the clusters to real area pages with rent and commute detail.

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General information only — not education, legal, financial or tax advice. We name no schools and never take paid placement. Always verify a school's accreditation, results, fees and terms directly before enrolling.