Ascot International School (Ascot), Bangkok

The school operates a British curriculum integrated with International Baccalaureate programmes, though specific details about which IB levels are offered aren't widely available. With nearly 30 years of operation, Ascot has built a stable presence in Bangkok's international education landscape. The campus in Ramkhamhaeng puts it outside the central Sukhumvit corridor where many premium international schools are located, which may appeal to families seeking good education without the prestige pricing of schools like ISB or Bangkok Patana.

Ascot maintains a family-oriented environment with what appears to be a smaller student body compared to Bangkok's flagship international schools. The school emphasizes a balanced approach to education and celebrates diversity within its community. Current Head of School Ms. Donnah Ciempka's appointment to the AustCham Thailand Board suggests the school maintains professional networks within Bangkok's international business community. While the school doesn't feature prominently in discussions about Bangkok's most competitive international schools, it provides a steady educational option for families wanting IB qualifications without the intensity or cost of the city's most sought-after institutions.

Strengths

Established school with nearly 30 years of operation in Bangkok
Offers both British curriculum and IB programmes
Family-oriented, caring community environment
Located in Ramkhamhaeng area, potentially more accessible than central Bangkok schools
Balanced approach to education with celebration of diversity
Leadership engaged with broader Bangkok international community

Considerations

Limited public information about academic results, university placements, or specific achievements
Lower profile compared to Bangkok's premium international schools
Location in Ramkhamhaeng may be less convenient for families living in central Bangkok
Unclear which specific IB programmes are offered (PYP, MYP, DP)
No information available about fees, making cost comparison difficult
Limited mention in expatriate community discussions about school choices

Academics

IB Results: 2021 average score of 33.9 points; 2022 average score of 33.7 points (both above global averages). IGCSE Results: In 2025, achieved a total of 265 A and A grades across 18 subjects; the Grade 7 class achieved a 100% pass rate in Cambridge examinations. University Destinations (Class of 2024/25): Imperial College London, King's College London, LSE, University of Birmingham, University of Nottingham, University of York (UK); University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University (Canada); Monash University, Sydney University, Deakin University (Australia); University of Michigan, Arizona State University (USA); Chulalongkorn University, Mahidol University, Thammasat University (Thailand).

School life

Sports & Academies: Ascot Football Academy (AFA, est. 2010) providing professional coaching for ages 5-17; AFA Sports Academy (est. 2018) offering Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Muay Thai, and Cheerleading.

Campus: Located in Ramkhamhaeng, described as a spacious, purpose-built campus with open green spaces. Academic Facilities: Modern classrooms, advanced technology (interactive whiteboards), new science labs, ICT labs, Art studio, and a library. Sports & Arts: Specialist sports facilities, auditorium/theatre, and swimming pool.

Student body

Total Enrolment: Approximately 450-500 students. Nationalities: Diverse community representing 21 nationalities; most common is Thai, with an 80:20 ratio of local to international students. Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1.

Fee	Age	Type	Amount
Pre Nursery	2	Annual	THB 273,819
EY 1	2	Annual	THB 331,908
EY 2 - EY 3	3	Annual	THB 384,516
Year 1 - Year 2	5	Annual	THB 447,390
Year 3 - Year 6	7	Annual	THB 507,687
Year 7 - Year 9	11	Annual	THB 543,561
Year 10 - Year 11	14	Annual	THB 575,688
Year 12 - Year 13	16	Annual	THB 594,969
Application Fee		One-time	THB 4,000
General Deposit (Pre Nursery to Year 6)		One-time	THB 5,000
General Deposit (Year 7 to Year 13)		One-time	THB 10,000
Re-enrollment Security Fee		One-time	THB 50,000
Enrollment Fee (per child)		One-time	THB 100,000
Enrollment Fee (per family)		One-time	THB 180,000

Parent reviews where they exist are warm but few. Edarabia and ischooladvisor each carry around six entries averaging close to, mostly from PYP and primary parents describing a happy, small, family-feel campus with green grounds.
Sample-level praise is consistent on community and pastoral care, with parents and one ex-student describing the school as a kept secret, friendly, and a place where teachers know each child by name.
Bangkok teacher community consistently places the school in the city's lower-paying tier, alongside SISB, Garden, Crescent and NIVA, on packages and contracts rather than parent experience. Several teachers warn it pays under 100k baht a month and may not offer two-year contracts.
IB outcomes are above the global average. School-published average diploma scores have run around 33.7 to 33.9 against world averages near 30.
Parents looking for a low-key, small-scale full-IB-continuum option in eastern Bangkok appear well served. Parents looking for marquee facilities or top-tier teaching packages would be cross-checking against the city's top tier.