Affordable International Schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Edited by Aziza Francienne · B2C Marketing Manager
About international schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai is arguably Thailand's most affordable city for international education, with tuition starting as low as THB 180,000 per year. Even mid-range schools charge well under THB 400,000, and the city's overall cost of living — housing, food, transport — is dramatically lower than Bangkok. This combination makes Chiang Mai the top choice for digital nomad families and those on self-funded education budgets.
Compare 13 Affordable international schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Filter by curriculum, fees (average THB 294,501), location, and more to find the right international school now.
At a glance 13 schools · avg fee THB 294,501
- Schools listed
- 13
- Curricula
- 17
- Average annual fee
- THB 294,501
- Fee range
- THB 114,550 – 499,800
- Most common curriculum
- American Curriculum (5 schools)
- Average school size
- 458 pupils
- Largest by enrolment
- Ambassador Bilingual Academy
- Oldest
- Nakornpayap International School (1993)
- With boarding
- 1
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