The Best Schools in Pattaya for Expat Families

One of the main concerns for expats living in Pattaya or anywhere abroad is the availability and quality of schools. Education is a key factor when deciding where to settle, and thankfully Pattaya offers a solid range of international schools along with good Thai schools. As you’d expect, the quality and cost vary, but there are several highly respected institutions worth exploring.

Regent’s International School Pattaya

Address: 33/1 Moo 1, Pong, Banglamung, Chonburi
Regent’s School is one of the most well-known international schools in Pattaya. Operating since 1994, it caters to students aged 2 to 19, offering boarding and day school options. Most teachers are from the UK, and the school teaches a British curriculum with over 50 nationalities represented. It’s a popular choice for families employed by major expat companies in the area.

Rugby School Thailand

Address (Admissions): 7/2 Moo 2, Khao Mai Kaew, Banglamung, Chonburi
A newer school on the scene, Rugby School Thailand is affiliated with the prestigious Rugby School in the UK. This British curriculum school offers education from pre-school to sixth form and features a stunning 20-acre campus just 20 minutes from Pattaya. Boarding is available and the school is already gaining a reputation for academic excellence.

St. Andrews International School, Green Valley

Address: Moo 7, Banchang-Makham Koo Road, Banchang, Rayong
Set in a scenic green valley, this campus of St. Andrews offers a peaceful learning environment. It serves about 500 students aged 2 to 18 and is linked with its Bangkok counterpart. With an English curriculum and a strong academic reputation, it’s a favorite among families in eastern Thailand.

International School Eastern Seaboard (ISE)

Address: 282 Moo 5, Bowin, Chonburi
Located at Burapha Golf Course, ISE caters mostly to families of expat employees from nearby industrial estates. The school teaches in English with an American curriculum, from pre-school through Grade 12. All nationalities are welcome, though students must pass an entrance exam to enroll.

Tara Pattana International School

Address: Moo 13, Pattanakarn Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi
Tara Pattana is the closest international school to central Pattaya and follows a British curriculum. Known for enforcing an English-only environment, it serves students from early years to sixth form. The school has grown in popularity thanks to improved academic results and a wide variety of extra-curricular options.

Garden International School (GIS)

Address: 188/24 Moo 4, Pala-Banchang Road, Banchang, Rayong
GIS offers a British-style education leading to iGCSEs in Year 11 and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for sixth form students. Children also have the opportunity to learn Thai or Mandarin. It remains a preferred choice for many families looking for a broad, international education.