International School of Samui
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- BTEC
Per yearabout USD 13.6K–19.4K
THB 456K–650K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
About
A British-curriculum international school on Koh Samui, Thailand, founded in 2007. It teaches the National Curriculum of England and Cambridge Curriculum from age 3 to 18 and offers IGCSE, A Level and BTEC courses.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
300
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 35
- Founded
- 2007
- Entry process
- Cat4
- Accreditations
- CIE, pearson
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 |
|---|---|
| Early Years | THB 456,252≈ USD 13.6K |
| Reception - Year 2 | THB 504,586≈ USD 15K |
| Year 3 - Year 6 | THB 561,742≈ USD 16.7K |
| Year 7 - Year 9 | THB 602,618≈ USD 18K |
| Year 10 - Year 11 | THB 649,514≈ USD 19.4K |
| Year 12 - Year 13 | THB 649,514≈ USD 19.4K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Early Years | THB 456,252 (about USD 13.6K) |
| Reception - Year 2 | THB 504,586 (about USD 15K) |
| Year 3 - Year 6 | THB 561,742 (about USD 16.7K) |
| Year 7 - Year 9 | THB 602,618 (about USD 18K) |
| Year 10 - Year 11 | THB 649,514 (about USD 19.4K) |
| Year 12 - Year 13 | THB 649,514 (about USD 19.4K) |
Source: school website (iss.ac.th) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| International School of Samui (this school) | THB 456,252 (about USD 13.6K) | THB 649,514 (about USD 19.4K) |
| Si Ri Panya International School | THB 237,624 (about USD 7.08K) | THB 379,200 (about USD 11.3K) |
| Lamai International School | THB 186,000 (about USD 5.54K) | THB 231,000 (about USD 6.89K) |
| Windfield International School | THB 198,220 (about USD 5.91K) | THB 304,890 (about USD 9.09K) |
| International School Of Pha Ngan | THB 295,500 (about USD 8.81K) | THB 437,700 (about USD 13K) |
Source: school website (iss.ac.th) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- THB 75,000
- Deposit
- THB 75,000
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 2026-11-01)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedBritish curriculum · IGCSE · A Level · BTEC
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.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
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
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Advanced
- Gifted programme
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Thai
- Lunch included
- Yes
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Licence
Listed in the Office of the Private Education Commission (OPEC) register of international schools in Thailand (checked 2026-10-29).
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
Offers small-group academic interventions, 1:1 support, a Higher Ability Learners programme, EAL support and exam access arrangements.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the English National Curriculum and Cambridge Curriculum, with many IGCSE and A Level subject choices plus future skills courses.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school reports grades above the UK average over the last five years, with over half of grades being A or A*.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Provides individual learning plans and dedicated staff for pupils with complex academic, cognitive or physical access needs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Provides pull-out English lessons, in-class co-teaching and ongoing language assessment for pupils whose first language is not English.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Marks World Mental Health Day with PSHE lessons on expressing emotions and asking for help, plus activities across the school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 2007, with over 2,000 alumni students and staff worldwide.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Community and service
Recognised as an International Award Centre for the Duke of Edinburgh programme, which covers fitness, adventure and community volunteering.
- Duke of Edinburgh International Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Offers several language options including Mandarin, Spanish, German, French and Thai.
- Mandarin
- Spanish
- German
- French
- Thai
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Lists ISQM Gold Status as an outstanding school and recognition as a Duke of Edinburgh International Award Centre.
- ISQM Gold Status
- Duke of Edinburgh International Award Centre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Recognised as a Cambridge International Examinations Centre and Pearson Edexcel Examinations Centre, licensed under Thai Private School Act.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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