Education Guide

Schools in Pattaya

Complete guide to education options in Pattaya - international, bilingual, and Thai schools.

Last updated: February 1, 2026

Types of Schools

International Schools

โรงเรียนนานาชาติ

฿300,000-800,000/year

British, American, or IB curriculum taught entirely in English.

Native English teachers

International curriculum

Western standards

Examples: Regents International, Garden International, ISE Pattaya

Bilingual Schools

โรงเรียนสองภาษา

฿100,000-250,000/year

Thai curriculum with significant English instruction (50/50 split).

Learn Thai language

Lower cost

Cultural integration

Examples: St. Andrews Green Valley, Sarasas Schools

Thai Schools (EP Program)

โรงเรียนไทย (หลักสูตร EP)

฿30,000-80,000/year

Thai schools with English Program classes taught in English.

Very affordable

Thai friends

Limited English

Examples: Government schools with EP, Private Thai with EP

Thai Language Schools

โรงเรียนสอนภาษาไทย

฿30,000-80,000/year

For adults wanting to learn Thai (also provides ED visa option).

ED visa eligible

Learn Thai

Flexible schedules

Examples: Thai Language Stations, AAA Thai Language, Pro Language

Popular Schools

Regents International School

British Curriculum

Banglamung

Garden International School

British IGCSE/A-Level

East Pattaya

ISE Pattaya

American/IB

Sukhumvit Road

St. Andrews Green Valley

Bilingual

Banglamung

Enrollment Process

Research Schools

Visit schools, attend open houses, and compare curricula and facilities.

Application

Submit application forms, previous school records, and pay application fee.

Assessment

Student takes entrance exam and/or interview (varies by school).

Acceptance

Receive acceptance letter and admission package.

Enrollment

Pay fees, submit documents, and complete enrollment forms.

Visa (if needed)

Apply for ED visa or add child to guardian's visa.

Costs Breakdown

Application Fee฿2,000-10,000

Registration Fee฿20,000-100,000

Tuition (International)฿300,000-800,000/yr

Tuition (Bilingual)฿100,000-250,000/yr

Tuition (Thai EP)฿30,000-80,000/yr

Uniforms & Books฿10,000-30,000

School Bus฿3,000-8,000/month

Education Visa (ED)

Students can obtain an ED visa through school enrollment. Parents can also get a Guardian visa (Non-O) to stay with their children.

Pro Tips

Visit multiple schools before deciding - school culture varies significantly
Apply early - popular international schools have waiting lists
Consider school location when choosing housing - commutes can be long
Check school accreditations and exam results before enrolling

Quick Reference

International Schools

5+ options

Starting Tuition

฿30,000/year

Curricula

British, US, IB, Thai

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School Year

International: August - June

Thai Schools: May - March

Applications typically open 3-6 months before term start.