Does NIST offer all three IB programmes?

Yes, NIST is authorised for the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, making it a full PYP–MYP–DP continuum school.

Where is NIST located?

On Sukhumvit Soi 15 in Wattana, a short walk from BTS Asoke and MRT Sukhumvit stations.

Is entry to NIST competitive?

Yes. Places, particularly in primary, are limited; applicants sit age-appropriate assessments including MAP and English assessments, and interviews are required.

Is NIST a for-profit school?

No. NIST is a not-for-profit foundation school governed by a parent-elected board.

What languages are taught at NIST?

English is the language of instruction. Mandarin, Thai, Spanish, French and additional mother-tongue support are offered as additional languages.

Bangkok · Sukhumvit (Soi 15, Wattana)

NIST International School

NIST is a not-for-profit IB World School in central Sukhumvit and the only school in Thailand offering all three IB programmes — PYP, MYP and DP — from age 3 to 18. Founded under UN auspices, it serves around 1,600 students from over 60 nationalities.

Curriculum

Ages Accepted

full

Tuition Tier

₿₿₿₿

Tuition Range (THB/year)

฿720,000–฿995,000

Main Language

English

Entry Exam

Required

Founded

1992

Website

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Notes for Parents

Central Sukhumvit Soi 15 campus, walkable from BTS Asoke and MRT Sukhumvit
All-IB continuum: PYP, MYP and Diploma Programme
IB Diploma averages typically 35–37 points; strong university placement to US/UK/Canada
Not-for-profit, parent-association governed
Extensive CAS, Round Square membership and global service trips

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