Bangkok Patana School
- British
- IGCSE
- IB Diploma
- IB Career-related
- +1
Per yearabout USD 15.4K–30.2K
THB 515K–1.01M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
Not-for-profit international school in Bangkok with a British-style curriculum, IGCSE and IB programmes, and an IB World School accreditation. Run by a Foundation Board.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 2–18
Students
2,300
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- Nursery – Year 13
- Nationalities
- 60
- Founded
- 1957
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Sibling discount
- Tuition: 5% 3rd child, 10% 4th, 15% 5th+. Entrance fee 200,000 for 2nd+ child. Transport 20% off 3rd+ child.
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Nursery | THB 515,000≈ USD 15.4K |
| Foundation Stage 1 | THB 577,000≈ USD 17.2K |
| Foundation Stage 2 | THB 640,000≈ USD 19.1K |
| Year 1-2 | THB 749,000≈ USD 22.3K |
| Year 3 | THB 790,000≈ USD 23.5K |
| Year 4-5 | THB 796,000≈ USD 23.7K |
| Year 6 | THB 811,000≈ USD 24.2K |
| Year 7-9 | THB 842,000≈ USD 25.1K |
| Year 10 | THB 957,000≈ USD 28.5K |
| Year 11 | THB 707,000≈ USD 21.1K |
| Year 12 | THB 1,014,000≈ USD 30.2K |
| Year 13 | THB 749,000≈ USD 22.3K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery | THB 515,000 (about USD 15.4K) |
| Foundation Stage 1 | THB 577,000 (about USD 17.2K) |
| Foundation Stage 2 | THB 640,000 (about USD 19.1K) |
| Year 1-2 | THB 749,000 (about USD 22.3K) |
| Year 3 | THB 790,000 (about USD 23.5K) |
| Year 4-5 | THB 796,000 (about USD 23.7K) |
| Year 6 | THB 811,000 (about USD 24.2K) |
| Year 7-9 | THB 842,000 (about USD 25.1K) |
| Year 10 | THB 957,000 (about USD 28.5K) |
| Year 11 | THB 707,000 (about USD 21.1K) |
| Year 12 | THB 1,014,000 (about USD 30.2K) |
| Year 13 | THB 749,000 (about USD 22.3K) |
Source: school website (patana.ac.th) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok Patana School (this school) | THB 515,000 (about USD 15.4K) | THB 1,014,000 (about USD 30.2K) |
| NIST International School | THB 650,200 (about USD 19.4K) | THB 1,132,800 (about USD 33.8K) |
| KIS International School Bangkok | THB 459,800 (about USD 13.7K) | THB 984,700 (about USD 29.4K) |
| Harrow International School Bangkok | THB 634,600 (about USD 18.9K) | THB 1,063,000 (about USD 31.7K) |
| Bangkok Prep International School | THB 384,800 (about USD 11.5K) | THB 862,200 (about USD 25.7K) |
| Wellington College International School Bangkok | THB 639,250 (about USD 19.1K) | THB 1,283,500 (about USD 38.3K) |
Source: school website (patana.ac.th) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- THB 5,500
- Enrolment fee
- THB 250,000
- Capital levy
- THB 30,000
- Deposit
- THB 50,000
- Bus
- THB 80,100
- Lunch
- THB 21,600
- EAL support
- THB 105,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
BTEC
Secondary, career-focused · Ages 14–19
Pearson's career-focused qualification in fields such as business, IT or sport, assessed mainly through assignments; taken instead of or alongside A Levels.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 36
- IB Diploma · Pass rate
- 99%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Moderately selective
- Gifted programme
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- French, Italian, Japanese, German, Korean, Spanish, Sv, Fi, No, Da, Hi, Ru, Chinese, Dutch, Thai
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Theatre
- Library
- Sports field
- Arts centre
- Dance studio
- Drama studio
- Science centre
Sports
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Swimming
- Tennis
Arts
- Dance
- Drama
After-school activities
- Dance
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Swimming
- Tennis
Upcoming events
- Jan15FriApplication deadlineAll day
Application deadline (Thai students)
Checked 2026-11-01
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- CIS, IB
- Memberships
- COIS, fobisia
Licence
Listed in the Office of the Private Education Commission (OPEC) register of international schools in Thailand (checked 2026-10-29).
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
The primary school has a Support for Learning team that works with teachers on differentiation and sets individual learning plans where needed.
- Support for Learning
- Learning Plans
- Speech and language therapy
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
A not-for-profit school run by a Foundation Board rather than one individual.
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Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
The IBCP for ages 16 to 19 combines two IB Diploma courses, BTEC career studies and core elements such as a reflective project.
- Art & Design specialism
- Business specialism
- Sports specialism
- Reflective Project
- Community Engagement
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
IB Diploma 2026: 99% pass rate, 22% scored 40+, average 36 for those who passed. (I)GCSE 2025: 65% A*–A/7–9.
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Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
English as an additional language (EAL)
An EAL programme supports learners from Key Stage 1 with language teachers, and gives Key Stages 2 and 3 two hours of separate language provision weekly.
- Language Acquisition teachers
- English Language Facilitators
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
The primary school has two full-time counsellors who usually offer short-term counselling of up to six sessions on campus.
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Safeguarding
The school says it follows international child protection guidance and applies careful recruitment practices for child protection.
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Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in 1957 in the founder's garden with 28 students; it moved through three campuses to its current site, now serving over 2,300 students.
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Community
Over 60 nationalities form the community, with twice-yearly newcomer events, International Day, the Christmas Concert and Fun Day.
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Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Teacher Group links parents and the school, runs events such as Fun Day and hosts parent seminars.
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Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Facilities include a Science Centre, dance and drama studios, an Arts Centre, primary and secondary libraries, a 25m pool and a theatre.
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Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Cultural and language
Extra-curricular activities have historically offered language classes including French, German, Japanese and Korean.
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Community and service
IBCP students take part in community service projects to build social responsibility.
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Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
A Home Languages programme offers many languages, including a Thai department and dedicated Dutch teachers on campus.
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Reputation
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Accreditations
Admissions
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Admissions
Applications for Year 12 in 2026/27 are open for the IBCP, with visit booking and application guidance available.
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Location
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