Glenalmond Phuket International School
Opened in August 2026 inside the Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort in Thalang, affiliated with Glenalmond College in Scotland; early years and primary first, with IGCSE, A Level and BTEC planned. Free uniform pack on enrolment; 5 % off for a second child, 15 % for a third, 5 % for paying a year in advance.
British · Ages 2–14 · Day school ·Layan · Row verified Sep 5, 2026
The school in facts
as of September 2026 · All sources- BritishEnglish National Curriculum with EYFS and Singapore mathematics; early years and primary in the opening year, secondary to follow
- Curriculum
- 2–14Wee Bairns – Year 9 (2026-27)
- Ages
- 270,000–950,000 THB≈ $8,080–28,430
- Tuition 2026–27, THB
- 2026
- Founded · Source: Glenalmond website
- No
- Boarding
- English
- Language of instruction · Source: Glenalmond website
- Layan6.2 km
- Area · Source: Phuket Travels area list
Tuition by academic year
Each row is one published fee sheet. The reference band (Year 1) is the figure the growth index follows; change is year on year.
| Academic year | Lowest band | Highest band | Reference band · Year 1 | ≈ USD | Change | Fee sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026–27 | 270,000 THB | 950,000 THB | 750,000 THB | ≈ $22,445 | — | Glenalmond Phuket schedule of fees 2026-2027 (PDF) |
Tuition only, day students; one-off entry fees, transport, meals where not included, uniforms and examinations are on top. USD at 33.41 THB per dollar (ECB reference rate via Frankfurter, Oct 16, 2026).
Fee growth index
Only one fee year is on file — a growth figure appears with the second published sheet.
2026–27: Wee Bairns 270,000 (mornings) / 390,000 (full days); Kindergarten 1–3 490,000; Years 1–6 750,000; Years 7–9 950,000. First year of operation.
One-off fees on entry
| Item | THB | ≈ USD | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 5,000 THB | ≈ $150 | No |
| Placement fee — 100,000 THB for second and subsequent children; includes a year's Thanyapura membership | 200,000 THB | ≈ $5,985 | No |
| Refundable deposit | 150,000 THB | ≈ $4,489 | Yes |
Non-refundable on entry: 205,000 THB (≈ $6,135). Glenalmond Phuket schedule of fees 2026-2027 (PDF)
Distance from the areas
Straight-line kilometres from the area centre to the campus; the school run on Phuket's roads is longer, and the bus routes each school publishes are the practical test.
Who it suits
- Families in the north — Layan, Bang Tao, Nai Yang — who want a new British prep-style school with Thanyapura's pools and pitches on site.
- Households prepared to pay a placement fee at the BISP / UWC level for a school in its first year.
- Primary-age children now; the secondary years are being added as the school grows.
The school in facts
- Year groups
- Wee Bairns – Year 9 (2026-27)
- Address
- Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort, 120/1 Moo 7, Thepkrasattri Road, Thalang, Phuket 83110
- Website
- glenalmondphuket.com
- Memberships and accreditation
- Glenalmond College (Scotland) affiliate
Sources: Glenalmond Phuket schedule of fees 2026-2027 (PDF) (Sep 5, 2026) · All sources
Source: Glenalmond Phuket schedule of fees 2026-2027 (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
How much are Glenalmond Phuket International School fees in 2026–27?
270,000–950,000 THB (≈ $8,080–28,430) a year for Wee Bairns (mornings) – Year 9, per Glenalmond Phuket schedule of fees 2026-2027 (PDF). The Year 1 band is 750,000 THB. Non-refundable entry fees add 205,000 THB (application fee 5,000, placement fee 200,000), plus a refundable refundable deposit of 150,000 THB. Wee Bairns 270,000 (mornings) / 390,000 (full days); Kindergarten 1–3 490,000; Years 1–6 750,000; Years 7–9 950,000. First year of operation.
How much have Glenalmond fees risen?
Only one fee sheet (2026–27) is on file for Glenalmond Phuket International School, so no growth figure is published; it appears with the second sheet. Across the island, schools with two or more published years have raised their reference band by a median of a few per cent a year — the exact figure is on the schools index.
Which Phuket areas are closest to Glenalmond Phuket International School?
Layan (6.2 km), Nai Yang (7.9 km), Nai Thon (8.4 km), Bang Tao (8.6 km), Surin (11.5 km). Distances are straight-line from the area centre to the campus; the road is longer, and the school's own bus routes are the practical test. Other campuses near Layan: HeadStart International School — Cherngtalay campus (4.8 km), UWC Thailand (6.3 km), British International School Phuket (11.6 km).
What curriculum does Glenalmond Phuket International School follow, and for which ages?
English National Curriculum with EYFS and Singapore mathematics; early years and primary in the opening year, secondary to follow; ages 2 to 14 (Wee Bairns – Year 9 (2026-27)), taught in English. Day school only. The school lists Glenalmond College (Scotland) affiliate. Founded 2026.
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