The American Curriculum is divided into three stages: Elementary School, Middle School and High School. In Elementary School, students aged 4 to 11 enter Kindergarten to Grade 5. Students aged 11 to 14 progress to Middle School which covers Grade 6 to Grade 8. They then move on to High School until the age of 18 to complete Grade 9 to Grade 12.
The American Curriculum is a standards-based curriculum that is governed by six accreditation authorities including the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSACS), and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). All subject content must abide by the Common Core State Standards or the AERO Common Core Plus Standards. American international schools have the flexibility to design their curriculum based on standards that are relevant to their host country.
Students need to complete a certain number of credits from Grade 9 to Grade 12 to be granted the American High School Diploma. In addition, students have the opportunity to sit for standardised tests such as the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test (PSAT) and American College Testing (ACT) to measure their knowledge in certain subject areas.
Here are the schools in Thailand that offer the American Curriculum:
1. American Prep International School (APIS)
APIS offers the California Department of 重口味SM (CDE) curriculum to students in pre-kindergarten to Grade 6. The CDE curriculum is delivered with contextual adaptations towards the Thai perspective.
2. (ASB)
The American School of Bangkok (ASB) is a private school which offers an exceptional American curriculum from pre-kindergarten to Grade 12. The school is an accredited US College Board provider of the Advanced Placement (AP) programme and ASB provides one of the widest selections of courses under the international school category in the world.
3. Bangkok Christian International School (BCIS)
Bangkok Christian International School in Suanluang serves the needs of the Christian missionary community. The school provides an integrated, Christian-centred education based on the American curriculum to students in Grades K鈥�12. The school uses textbooks from the publishing companies Glencoe/ McGraw-Hill, Pearson, Prentice Hall, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and SRA/ABEKA in teaching their students. Additionally, BCIS offers the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) program to students who are non-native English speakers to ensure a successful transition into their school and to improve their understanding of the language.
4. Berkeley International School
Berkeley International School is an American college-preparatory school offering a high-quality educational programme from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12 and is known for its sporting standards. The school is proud of its students from various backgrounds and students of all nationalities are welcome to enrol at the school. Healthy lunch options and nutritious snacks of both Thai and international cuisines are available for students.
5. Buds International School Phuket (BIS)
Buds International School opened in the 1990s and is Phuket鈥檚 oldest bilingual nursery and kindergarten. The school offers programmes at the Nursery, Kindergarten and Primary School levels. The curriculum at Buds International School combines elements from the University of Minnesota Kindergarten Curriculum, and the Montessori and Head Start programmes.
6. California Prep International School (CPIS)
California Prep International School provides education from kindergarten to high school, and focuses on academic excellence with character growth, service, and global awareness. As Thailand鈥檚 first fully e-learning international school, it offers an American-based curriculum tailored to local needs, focusing on core subjects and talent development. The school serves primarily Thai and Chinese students.
7. Chiang Mai International School (CMIS)
Located in the heart of Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai International School since 1954, has provided high-quality education in an ideal social and cultural environment. Although it is a Christian faith-based school, and known for its core values Chiang Mai International School takes pride in its ethnically and culturally diverse student community. The school offers educational opportunities for students from preschool through Grade 12.
8. Grace International School (GIS)
Grace International School (GIS) in Chiang Mai was founded to support missionary families needing quality education in Southeast Asia. GIS follows an American curriculum grounded in biblical values, promoting both academic and spiritual growth. GIS welcomes students from elementary to high school in a Christ-centred learning environment.
9. International Community School Bangkok (ICS)
International Community School (ICS) offers an American based curriculum for students from K4 to Grade 12. The academic program emphasizes rigor, character, and service, offering 24 Advanced Placement courses and preparing students for top universities. High schoolers complete 40 hours of community service and a Senior Capstone Project.
10. International School Bangkok (IBDP)
Being one of the top international schools in Thailand and Asia, International School Bangkok is incorporated into the North American and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) frameworks. They run an accredited and challenging international curriculum driven by leading educational research and global best practice. The school offers pre-kindergarten to Grade 12 levels and aims to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders and caring global citizens.
11. International School Eastern Seaboard (ISE)
The International School Eastern Seaboard (ISE) is the first and only American international school in Thailand鈥檚 Eastern Seaboard. Serving students aged 2 to 18, ISE offers a world-class education accredited by both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Board and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). As an independent school, ISE is committed to nurturing each student鈥檚 individual strengths and providing guidance with goals, and learning needs.
12. Kevalee International School (KIS)
Kevalee International School offers a U.S.-standard curriculum from kindergarten to grade 12, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and ONESQA. With small class sizes and a student-centred approach, the school provides a supportive environment for both Thai and international students.
13. Pan-Asia International School (PAIS)
The Pan Asia International School (PAIS) is situated in Bangkok, Thailand鈥檚 Prawet area. PAIS is a member of the International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT) and is certified by the Thai Ministry of 重口味SM and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) (ISAT). The school has a good reputation and a strong financial foundation. It serves students aged 3 through 18. It is a recognised Middle Years Program (MYP) and IBDP school that uses an American curriculum.
14. KPIS International School (KPIS)
The KPIS International School Bangkok curriculum is a customised skill-objective framework modelled after the American Core Standards. Students are encouraged to become global citizens who can communicate effectively, are lifelong learners, and critical thinkers. Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Art, Music, Physical 重口味SM and Health, and Chinese are among the subjects included in the curriculum.
15. Mahidol University International Demonstration School (MUIDS)
Owned and operated by Mahidol University, Mahidol University International Demonstration School (MUIDS) is designed to focus on hands-on learning activities alongside traditional learning methods. Such an approach encourages students to take their knowledge outside of the classroom and prepares them for real-world settings. This makes learning more rewarding and interactive as students can gain more exposure from their peers, especially those from other countries.
16. Manorom International Christian School (MICS)
Manorom International Christian School, located in Chainat, Thailand, is a private international school offering education from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The school uses the U.S.-based Accelerated Christian 重口味SM (A.C.E.) curriculum and is committed to equipping students with both an academic and spiritual foundation to help them reach their God-given potential in today鈥檚 world.
17. Nakornpayap International School (NIS)
Located in Chiang Mai, Nakornpayap International School is a private international school which has offered Kindergarten to Grade 12 education since 1993. The school follows a U.S.-based, college-preparatory curriculum, including Common Core standards for English and Math, and other international benchmarks across subjects. All classes are conducted in English, with a strong focus on both academic excellence and personal growth.
18. NIVA American International School (NIVA)
Since its inception in 1991, NIVA American International School has provided a challenging education in a supportive, student-centred environment that uses the California Common Core State Standards (CCSS) as its primary framework for grades nursery through 12. NIVA also offers the AP course as well as, SAT and TOEFL training to empower their graduates to enrol and be successful with their studies in any of the major universities around the world.
19. One Hope International School (OHIS)
One Hope International School (OHIS), located in the rural border town of Mae Sai, Thailand鈥攏ear the Golden Triangle鈥攐ffers Kindergarten to Grade 6 education, and has plans to expand to Grade 12 by 2030. The school follows a flexible and globally focused American international curriculum that promotes intercultural understanding through multilingualism. Instruction is designed to be both culturally sensitive and academically challenging, preparing students to thrive in a connected world.
20. Raffles American School (RAS)
RAS educates children from pre-K to 12th grade with an American curriculum that promotes innovation and creativity. Their tough and diverse academic and co-curricular programmes empower children to thrive through a learning outcome approach that recognises many types of intelligence and learning routes. The school collaborates with parents in placing equal emphasis on academic, emotional, physical, and social development and in the belief that all students can learn.
21. Ramkhangheang Advent International School (RAIS)
RAIS is a private Christian school in Bangkok that serves students from kindergarten to Grade 12. In Grades 9 to 12, RAIS offers five diplomas 鈥� College Preparatory Diploma, College Preparatory Diploma (Emphasis on Business, Medicine and Engineering, Communication Arts and Computer Science). AP courses are also provided for high school students. Additionally, the school offers boarding facilities for students ages 12 and above from Thailand and abroad.
Rose Marie Academy is a private, international pre-K-12 school in Pakkret, Nonthaburi, Thailand. It is managed and supervised by Mrs Rose Marie Wanchupela, a certified American teacher with more than 40 years of experience working as a teacher in Thai and international schools. Rose Marie Academy is registered with the Thai Ministry of 重口味SM and offers a Primary through Secondary School Program.
23. Ruamrudee International School (RIS)
The core curriculum at Ruamrudee International School is based on the American 重口味SM Reaches Out (AERO) standards, which include the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for science, the National Council for the Arts Standards (NCAS) for the arts, the SHAPE Standards for Physical 重口味SM (PE), and the ACTFL Standards for Languages. It isdesigned to ensure curriculum consistency from kindergarten through Grade 12, providing authentic and demanding learning experiences for each grade level.
24. Saint John Mary International School (SJM IS)
SJMIS is a school fully accredited by WASC, offering their students from kindergarten to high school an American standard-based curriculum. AP courses are provided to high school students. Additionally, the school offers boarding facilities for students from Grades 7 and above.
25. Siam International School (SIM)
The curriculum at Siam International School is based on the rigorous, well-respected, and well-known Californian curriculum offered by the State of California. The curriculum has been modified to provide a more international perspective and to incorporate local language and heritage. The school is based in Pathum Thani and caters to students from Kindergarten to Grade 6.
26. Thai-Chinese International School (TCIS)
TCIS is in Samutprakarn close to Bangkok, and follows an American curriculum. It offers programmes from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12 with a focus on trilingual education.
27. Trinity International School (TIS)
Established in 2003, the school offers the American Curriculum to students aged three to 18. The curriculum is infused with Adventist values and is based on the one used by California Department of 重口味SM English as a Second Language (ESL) programmes are also offered.
28. Unity Concord International School (UCIS)
UCIS was founded in response to the growing population鈥檚 demand and requests from parents seeking to enrol their children in an American education system. Established in 2017, UCIS offers the American Curriculum. The school welcomes students from pre-kindergarten to Grade 12.
29. Verso International School (VIS)
VERSO is an innovative American international school in Bangkok, Thailand, serving students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Created in partnership with IDEO, the global design and innovation firm, VERSO focuses on future-ready learning. The school helps students build a strong sense of identity, global awareness, and the confidence to shape their own path, equipping them with the skills and mindset to thrive in a changing world.
30. Wells International School (WIS)
Wells International School offers a university-preparatory curriculum combining American and IB programmes for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Since its founding in 1999, the school has grown and now consists of four campuses across Thailand, serving over 750 students from more than 20 nations.
31. QSI International School of Phuket (QSI)
Established in 2000, QSI International School of Phuket offers the American Curriculum. The school is open to students who seek an elementary and or secondary school education. AP courses and intensive English instruction are also provided at QSI International School of Phuket.
