Kajonkiet International School Phuket
A British-curriculum day school on 15 rai in the Kathu valley, from pre-nursery to A Level. Compulsory meals (snacks, Thai and international lunch) are included in the fee; the school bus costs 20 % more to Cherngtalay, Surin, Kamala, Patong, Kata and Rawai. IGCSE and A Level examination fees are billed separately in Term 2.
British · Ages 2–18 · Day school ·Phuket Town · Row verified Sep 5, 2026
The school in facts
as of September 2026 · All sources- BritishEnglish National Curriculum, EYFS to IGCSE and A Level
- Curriculum
- 2–18Pre-Nursery – Year 13
- Ages
- 285,000–454,000 THB≈ $8,529–13,587
- Tuition 2026–27, THB
- +4.5 %Year 1, 2025–26 → 2026–27; +4.5 % a year
- Fee growth index
- No
- Boarding
- English
- Language of instruction · Source: KIS website
- Phuket Town4.4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–26 | 275,000 THB | 440,000 THB | 330,000 THB | ≈ $9,876 | — | KIS Phuket school fees 2025-2026 (PDF, archived 17 May 2026) |
| 2026–27 | 285,000 THB | 454,000 THB | 345,000 THB | ≈ $10,325 | +4.5 % | KIS Phuket school 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
+4.5 %Year 1: 330,000 THB (2025–26) → 345,000 THB (2026–27), +4.5 % over 1 year (+4.5 % a year)
2025–26: A half-day pre-nursery programme is 193,000 THB; the range quotes full-day bands.
2026–27: A half-day pre-nursery programme is 200,000 THB; the range quotes full-day bands.
One-off fees on entry
| Item | THB | ≈ USD | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application and placement fee | 2,000 THB | ≈ $60 | No |
| Entrance fee | 60,000 THB | ≈ $1,796 | No |
| Endowment fee — returned on permanent withdrawal with one month's notice | 50,000 THB | ≈ $1,496 | Yes |
Non-refundable on entry: 62,000 THB (≈ $1,855). KIS Phuket school fees 2026-2027 (PDF)
Priced extras
| Item | THB | ≈ USD | Academic year |
|---|---|---|---|
| School bus, round trip (per year (+20 % to the west and south coasts)) | 72,600 THB | ≈ $2,173 | 2026–27 |
| EAL support, Reception – Year 4 (per year) | 46,000 THB | ≈ $1,377 | 2026–27 |
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.
| Area | km |
|---|---|
| Phuket Town | 4.4 |
| Patong | 7.2 |
| Chalong | 8.8 |
| Kamala | 9.9 |
| Karon | 10.3 |
Who it suits
- Families in Kathu, Phuket Town or the Patong side who want a British curriculum to A Level at a mid-range fee.
- Households where a second child matters: 15 % off tuition for the second child.
- Children who need structured English support — EAL is compulsory below the school's standard and priced per year.
The school in facts
- Year groups
- Pre-Nursery – Year 13
- Address
- 125/1 Soi The Valley 1, Phra Phuket Kaew Road, Kathu, Phuket 83120
- Website
- www.kisp.academy
Sources: KIS Phuket school fees 2025-2026 (PDF, archived 17 May 2026) (Sep 5, 2026); KIS Phuket school fees 2026-2027 (PDF) (Sep 5, 2026) · All sources
Source: KIS Phuket school fees 2026-2027 (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
How much are Kajonkiet International School Phuket fees in 2026–27?
285,000–454,000 THB (≈ $8,529–13,587) a year for Pre-Nursery – Year 13 (full day), per KIS Phuket school fees 2026-2027 (PDF). The Year 1 band is 345,000 THB. Non-refundable entry fees add 62,000 THB (application and placement fee 2,000, entrance fee 60,000), plus a refundable endowment fee of 50,000 THB. A half-day pre-nursery programme is 200,000 THB; the range quotes full-day bands.
How much have KIS fees risen?
The Year 1 band went from 330,000 THB in 2025–26 to 345,000 THB in 2026–27 — +4.5 % over 1 year, +4.5 % a year compounded. 2 fee sheets are on file (2025–26, 2026–27); the year-by-year table on this page names each one.
Which Phuket areas are closest to Kajonkiet International School Phuket?
Phuket Town (4.4 km), Patong (7.2 km), Chalong (8.8 km), Kamala (9.9 km), Karon (10.3 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 Phuket Town: HeadStart International School — Chaofah City campus (3.4 km), QSI International School of Phuket (4.1 km), Oak Meadow International School Phuket (5.1 km).
What curriculum does Kajonkiet International School Phuket follow, and for which ages?
English National Curriculum, EYFS to IGCSE and A Level; ages 2 to 18 (Pre-Nursery – Year 13), taught in English. Day school only.
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