2‑bedroom townhouse, Saiyuan Beach Condo
฿59,000/ month
160 m from the school
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British International School, Phuket
Ko Kaeo · Mueang Phuket
The island's oldest large international school, on a wide green campus in Koh Kaew between Phuket Town and the airport road. It teaches in English from pre-nursery to Year 13, following the English national curriculum to IGCSE and finishing with the IB Diploma or BTEC. Boarding from Year 4 and strong sport (two pools, golf, tennis) set it apart; it is also among the most expensive.
At a glance
- Lessons inEnglishEnglish in all grades; Thai and other languages as subjects
- Ages2–18Little Ducks pre-nursery, Nursery to Year 13
- CurriculumNational Curriculum for England (Key Stages 1–3) · IGCSE (Years 10–11) · IB Diploma Programme (Years 12–13) · BTEC International Extended Diploma (Sport, Business) · BISP High School DiplomaExams: IB Diploma, IGCSE, BTEC, Exam centre also for SAT, PSAT, LAMDA, ABRSM, Cambridge.
- Finishes withThe IB Diploma, issued by the International Baccalaureate, or the BTEC International Extended Diploma (Pearson) at 18, after IGCSEs at 16; the school's own BISP High School Diploma is accredited by CIS, NEASC and the Thai Ministry of Education.
- Fees per year฿489,000 – ฿982,700/ yearPer year, 2026-27; the range runs from the youngest to the oldest year group.
- WhereKo Kaeo · Mueang Phuket59 Moo 2, Thepkrasattri Road, Koh Kaew, Mueang Phuket 83000
- StatusOpenInternational school · profile for 2026-27 published
Facts checked 30 September 2026 on bisphuket.ac.th (opens in a new tab) and the OPEC register (opens in a new tab).
1,130+ pupils in 2026-27 (OPEC register: 1,013) · 55+ nationalities
The campus
- 44-acre campus
- 50 m and 25 m swimming pools
- Short golf course, 6 tennis courts, 3 football pitches, covered astroturf, sports hall, fitness centre
- 6 science labs, 2 IT labs, auditorium, drama studio, 4 music rooms, 2 art rooms
- Separate primary and secondary buildings with an Early Years area
From bisphuket.ac.th (opens in a new tab), checked 30 September 2026.
BISP and the homes around it
- British International School, Phuket
- 20 homes for rent within 1.5 km, priced per month
- Bus stops: not published by the school
Apartments and villas, the catalog
Homes for rent near BISP
20 homes within 1.5 km, the nearest 6 below
- Rooftop pool
2‑bedroom townhouse, Lotus Gardens
฿65,000/ month
170 m from the school
1‑bedroom apartment, Saiyuan Beach Condo
฿31,500/ month
230 m from the school
- Rooftop pool
2‑bedroom apartment, Lotus Gardens
฿36,500/ month
400 m from the school
- Workspace
2‑bedroom townhouse, Lotus Gardens
฿60,000/ month
430 m from the school
3‑bedroom apartment, Lotus Gardens
฿56,500/ month
510 m from the school
2026-27
Money
Tuition, 2026-27
| Year group | Amount | Per |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | ฿489,000 | per year |
| Reception | ฿489,000 | per year |
| Years 1–3 | ฿750,000 | per year |
| Year 4 | ฿755,900 | per year |
| Year 5 | ฿758,300 | per year |
| Year 6 | ฿767,700 | per year |
| Years 7–8 | ฿977,900 | per year |
| Years 9–10 | ฿982,700 | per year |
| Year 11 | ฿960,200 | per year |
| Year 12 | ฿982,700 | per year |
| Year 13 | ฿960,200 | per year |
tuition per year; billed by term 40/30/30 (Years 11 and 13: 50/35/15); includes break snacks, buffet lunch, instrument group lessons and mandatory trips
Paid once
| Item | Amount | Per |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | ฿6,000 | once |
| Placement fee250,000 per family | ฿200,000 | per child |
| Bondrefundable | ฿150,000 | once |
Extras
| Item | Amount | Per |
|---|---|---|
| School transport | ฿99,900 | per year |
| Intensive English | ฿147,000 | per year |
| Little Ducks pre-nursery (3–5 mornings or full days a week)08:00–12:00 or 08:00–14:15; lunch and snacks included | ฿179,000–฿393,700 | per year |
| Exam fees (IGCSE, IB), uniform, high-performance sport, MacBook from Year 5charged separately; amounts not listed | not listed |
Discounts
- Siblings: 5 % off tuition for the second child, 15 % for the third and later (from 2025-26)
Fees from bisphuket.ac.th (opens in a new tab), checked 30 September 2026.
Hours are not on the pages read; a bus at ฿99,900 per year; break snacks and a buffet lunch are included in tuition.
The school day
- School busThe school runs a bus service. Its routes and stops are not published on the pages read. ฿99,900 per year, 2026-27.
- MealsBreak snacks and a buffet lunch are included in tuition
Support
- English support. Intensive English Programme within the school day for pupils who are not yet fluent — ฿147,000 per year, 2026-27.
- Learning support. Learning-support team and counsellors.
From bisphuket.ac.th (opens in a new tab), checked 30 September 2026.
Admission
Open to all nationalities. In primary, pupils who are not native English speakers take an English test (reading, writing, interview); Years 7–9 must show proficiency. An offer may depend on joining Intensive English. School reports and a reference check are required.
From bisphuket.ac.th (opens in a new tab), checked 30 September 2026.
Offered
Boarding
Weekly or full boarding from Year 4; house parents, round-the-clock supervision and nurse; about 130 boarders.
| Item | Amount | Per |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly boarding, Years 4–6 | ฿396,400 | per year |
| Weekly boarding, Years 7–13 | ฿457,800 | per year |
| Full boarding, Years 4–6 | ฿473,550 | per year |
| Full boarding, Years 7–13 | ฿509,300 | per year |
From bisphuket.ac.th (opens in a new tab), checked 30 September 2026.
Licence and accreditation
- Licence
OPEC 1183700001 (opens in a new tab) — in-system, international (ในระบบประเภทนานาชาติ)
Levels: pre-kindergarten – upper secondary; 1,013 pupils on the register, seen 30 September 2026.
- Accreditation
CIS — Council of International Schools (opens in a new tab)
re-accredited 31 Jan 2025
- Accreditation
with CIS and the Thai Ministry of Education, accredits the BISP High School Diploma
- Accreditation
IB World School (opens in a new tab)
since 1999-06-23
Contacts
- Phone
- Official pages
Also worth knowing
- Thai name
โรงเรียนนานาชาติบริติช ภูเก็ต
- History
Opened in 1996 as Dulwich International College; renamed British International School, Phuket in 2005
- Health
Nurse available around the clock for boarders
Written in our own words on 30 September 2026; no names, photographs or biographies of staff are recorded.
14 questions, answered from the school's pages
Questions parents ask
What kind of school is BISP?
British International School, Phuket is an international school in Ko Kaeo, Mueang Phuket, teaching in English, for ages 2–18; it is open (profile for 2026-27 published). Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
How much does BISP cost per year?
British International School, Phuket costs ฿489,000–982,700 a year in 2026-27, by year group. On top, once: application fee ฿6,000, placement fee ฿200,000, bond ฿150,000 (refundable). Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
What language are lessons taught in at BISP?
Lessons at British International School, Phuket are taught in English; English in all grades; Thai and other languages as subjects. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
What ages does BISP take?
British International School, Phuket takes children aged 2–18: Little Ducks pre-nursery, Nursery to Year 13. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
What curriculum does BISP follow?
British International School, Phuket follows National Curriculum for England (Key Stages 1–3), IGCSE (Years 10–11), IB Diploma Programme (Years 12–13), BTEC International Extended Diploma (Sport, Business), BISP High School Diploma. Exams: IB Diploma, IGCSE, BTEC, Exam centre also for SAT, PSAT, LAMDA, ABRSM, Cambridge. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
What certificate do pupils of BISP finish with?
The IB Diploma, issued by the International Baccalaureate, or the BTEC International Extended Diploma (Pearson) at 18, after IGCSEs at 16; the school's own BISP High School Diploma is accredited by CIS, NEASC and the Thai Ministry of Education. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
Does BISP help children who do not speak English yet?
Yes: Intensive English Programme within the school day for pupils who are not yet fluent, ฿147,000 per year in 2026-27. Learning support: Learning-support team and counsellors. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
What facilities does BISP have?
British International School, Phuket has 44-acre campus, 50 m and 25 m swimming pools, short golf course, 6 tennis courts, 3 football pitches, covered astroturf, sports hall, fitness centre, 6 science labs, 2 it labs, auditorium, drama studio, 4 music rooms, 2 art rooms, separate primary and secondary buildings with an early years area. 1,130+ pupils in 2026-27 (OPEC register: 1,013), 55+ nationalities. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
How do we apply to BISP?
Open to all nationalities. In primary, pupils who are not native English speakers take an English test (reading, writing, interview); Years 7–9 must show proficiency. An offer may depend on joining Intensive English. School reports and a reference check are required. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
Does BISP have boarding?
Yes: Weekly or full boarding from Year 4; house parents, round-the-clock supervision and nurse; about 130 boarders. Weekly boarding, Years 4–6 costs ฿396,400 per year in 2026-27. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
Is BISP licensed and accredited?
British International School, Phuket is licensed: OPEC 1183700001, in-system, international (ในระบบประเภทนานาชาติ), 1,013 pupils on the register. Accredited by CIS — Council of International Schools; NEASC; IB World School. Checked 30 September 2026 at school.opec.go.th.
Is there a school bus at BISP?
The school runs a bus service. Its routes and stops are not published on the pages read. The bus costs ฿99,900 per year in 2026-27. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.
Where is BISP?
British International School, Phuket is at 59 Moo 2, Thepkrasattri Road, Koh Kaew, Mueang Phuket 83000, in Ko Kaeo sub-district of Mueang Phuket, Phuket. Checked 30 September 2026 at school.opec.go.th.
How do we contact BISP?
The school's site is bisphuket.ac.th; phone +66 76 335 555. Checked 30 September 2026 at bisphuket.ac.th.