Thai International School Boom and Competition Analysis

Post Today•Economy•5d ago

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The international school market in Thailand is expanding in number but facing challenges as school growth outpaces student growth.

•International schools in Thailand increased from 234 in 2022 to 280 in 2026.
•Kasikorn Research Center estimates the number of schools will reach 293 by 2027.
•Bangkok is the primary market with over 45% of the country's international schools concentrated there.
•Average annual tuition in Bangkok is expected to rise to 839,184 Baht in the 2026/2027 academic year.

•The number of international schools in Thailand grew from 234 in 2022 to 280 in 2026 and is projected to reach 293 in 2027.
•The number of students grew from 66,352 to 86,056 and is expected to reach 89,200 in 2027.
•The average number of students per school is decreasing, from 312 in 2024-2025 to 307 in 2026 and 304 in 2027.
•Over 45% of international schools are concentrated in Bangkok, leading to more intense competition in that area.
•Tuition fees are being adjusted upward to support business revenue as student growth slows down.
•Total international school business revenue grew from 75 billion Baht in 2022 to 116 billion Baht in 2025, with a forecast of 141 billion Baht in 2027.
•Kasikorn Research Center notes that increased revenue does not necessarily mean profits will expand at the same rate.
•Kasikorn Research Center suggests schools must create differentiation in education quality, specialized curricula, and safety measures to remain competitive.

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Kasikorn Research Center(ศูนย์วิจัยกสิกรไทย)

The entity providing assessments and projections on the international school business in Thailand.

Bangkok(กรุงเทพฯ)ℹ️

The primary market for international schools in Thailand where over 45% of schools are concentrated.