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“What do international schools in Pattaya cost?”

My answerShane Ruddle, 20+ years in Pattaya

Roughly ฿300,000 a year at the lower end to over ฿1 million at the top, depending on the school and year group.

In a monthly budget, allow around ฿30,000 a month per child, and that's at the lower end.

My kids go to Tara Pattana. Rugby School Thailand is arguably the best, Regents is one of the longest-established, and Highgate opened in August 2026.

Visit before you choose. Check each school's current fee schedule directly.

Up to date as of November 2026. Rules in Thailand change often, so check the current position before you act.

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