Wichai Wittaya School
- IGCSE
Per yearabout USD 3.54K–4.85K
THB 119K–163K · 2025-26 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
Cambridge International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand, offering a bilingual programme (80% English, 20% Thai) from nursery to Year 13. CIS member school.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2025-26
Curriculum
IGCSE
Ages
Ages 1–18
Language
English, Thai
Type
Bilingual school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 30
- Founded
- 1996
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2025-26 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 118,600≈ USD 3.54K |
| Kindergarten–Year 1 | THB 144,600≈ USD 4.31K |
| Year 2–Year 7 | THB 152,600≈ USD 4.55K |
| Year 8–Year 9 | THB 157,600≈ USD 4.7K |
| Year 10–Year 13 | THB 162,600≈ USD 4.85K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery | THB 118,600 (about USD 3.54K) |
| Kindergarten–Year 1 | THB 144,600 (about USD 4.31K) |
| Year 2–Year 7 | THB 152,600 (about USD 4.55K) |
| Year 8–Year 9 | THB 157,600 (about USD 4.7K) |
| Year 10–Year 13 | THB 162,600 (about USD 4.85K) |
Source: school website (wichai.ac.th) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Wichai Wittaya School (this school) | THB 118,600 (about USD 3.54K) | THB 162,600 (about USD 4.85K) |
| American Pacific International School | THB 330,750 (about USD 9.86K) | THB 524,800 (about USD 15.6K) |
| Prem Tinsulanonda International School | THB 416,000 (about USD 12.4K) | THB 814,000 (about USD 24.3K) |
| Panyaden International School | THB 321,000 (about USD 9.57K) | THB 594,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| British Concordance International School | THB 196,350 (about USD 5.85K) | THB 346,500 (about USD 10.3K) |
| Singapore International School Chiangmai | THB 324,300 (about USD 9.67K) | THB 564,300 (about USD 16.8K) |
Source: school website (wichai.ac.th) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- THB 1,000
- Enrolment fee
- THB 40,000
- Bus
- THB 12,900
- Lunch
- THB 16,400
- EAL support
- THB 12,000
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)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Interview, Eal test
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 2nd child 5%, 3rd child 10%, 4th child 15%; alumni parents 15%
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Gifted programme
- Yes
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
- Lunch included
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Theatre
- Sports field
Sports
- Swimming
- Football
- Team sport
- Recreation
Arts
- Music
- Visual arts
- Performance
After-school activities
- Art
- Music
- Inventors' club
- Thai Dance
- Storytelling
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- CIS, CIE
- Memberships
- COIS
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Placement considers age, language readiness and the support each student needs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Blends Thai Ministry of Education standards with international curricula.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
School day structure
The early years day starts at 8:30 with morning activities and includes lunch, nap and snack times.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Food options
Early years days include lunch, milk and snack times.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Runs a Cambridge-aligned curriculum in stages from early years to upper secondary, taught 80% in English and 20% in Thai.
- Early Years
- Primary
- Lower Secondary
- IGCSE & Upper Secondary
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
English as an additional language (EAL)
Uses English and aptitude placement for entry and provides ESL support where needed.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in Chiang Mai in 1996. The kindergarten is described as established in 2006.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
A community of students, parents and staff from over 30 nationalities, with traditional and intercultural events.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Purpose-built learning spaces including labs, library, pool and auditorium.
- Swimming pool
- Auditorium
- Nurse room
- Sports facilities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a swimming pool and indoor and outdoor sports spaces.
- Swimming pool
- Indoor and outdoor sports spaces
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has science laboratories, a computer lab, a robotics lab, a library and art and music studios.
- Science laboratories
- Computer lab
- Robotics lab
- Library
- Art & music studios
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Offers music, visual arts, performance and creative production.
- Music
- Visual arts
- Performance
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Includes third-language study and intercultural activities.
- Third languages
- Intercultural events
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Students can take part in student voice initiatives and community projects.
- Student voice
- Community projects
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Activities in swimming, team sport and recreation support health and balance.
- Swimming
- Team sport
- Recreation
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Offers third-language study and intercultural events.
- Third languages
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Delivers bilingual teaching in English and Thai.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
Described as a CIS member school and Cambridge International School.
- CIS member
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Four steps: enquiry, visit, assessment and enrolment. Admissions are open year-round.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Offers academic, performing arts and sports scholarship pathways.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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