Highgate Thailand will open its first overseas campus in Chonburi in August 2026, giving families in the region access to a new British international school.
The school is the international campus of Highgate School in London, which draws on almost 460 years of educational history. It has been developed in partnership with Siam Motors Group and the Phornprapha family.
Located near Siam Country Club, Highgate International School Thailand will initially welcome children aged two to 11. The school will follow the English National Curriculum, with plans to expand into senior education and boarding.
For families in Chonburi and surrounding areas, the opening adds another British curriculum option outside Bangkok. It also signals continued interest in premium international education across Thailand.
Highgate Thailand Begins With Pre-Prep And Junior School
Highgate Thailand will initially open with Pre-Prep and Junior School provision for children aged two to 11.
The school says it will eventually provide education for pupils aged two to 18. The Senior School is planned to open in 2027, with students progressing towards IGCSE and A Level qualifications.
The campus is expected to accommodate up to 1,400 day and boarding pupils once fully developed. Boarding facilities are also planned as the school expands.
For parents, the phased approach provides a clear pathway from early years education through to internationally recognised secondary qualifications.
Meanwhile, students will have the opportunity to remain within the same school community as the campus develops.
A British Curriculum With A Local Connection
Highgate Thailand will follow the English National Curriculum and will eventually offer IGCSEs and A Levels.
The school is also positioning itself as a campus connected to its Thai setting. Highgate says the school will be rooted in its academic and pastoral approach while developing a strong connection with Thai culture.
This combination could appeal to families seeking a British education while remaining closely connected to life in Thailand.
Furthermore, the school plans to combine academic education with pastoral care and co-curricular opportunities. This is particularly relevant for parents looking beyond examination results when choosing an international school.
Highgate International School Thailand campus in Chonburi, which is set to welcome its first students in August 2026
Highgate International School Thailand campus view
Junior students take part in learning and activities as part of Highgate Thailand’s British curriculum approach
Senior students engage in academic learning and activities as they prepare for future IGCSE and A Level pathways
Pre-Junior children explore early learning through age-appropriate activities in a nurturing school environment
What Highgate Thailand Means For Families
The location could be one of the school’s strongest attractions.
Highgate Thailand is situated near Siam Country Club in Chonburi. As a result, families living in Chonburi, Pattaya, Rayong and nearby communities may have a new option closer to home.
The opening also gives families another route into a British curriculum without necessarily choosing a school in central Bangkok.
For parents comparing international schools, key considerations will include curriculum, fees, location, transport, university pathways and the availability of places across different year groups.
Highgate Thailand’s planned expansion will therefore be important to watch as the school moves from its initial primary offering towards senior education.
Highgate Thailand Fees And Enrolment
Highgate Thailand has published its 2026/27 tuition fees for the opening year.
Annual fees currently range from THB 375,000 for half-day Pre-Nursery and Nursery provision to THB 795,000 for Years 4 to 6. Reception fees are THB 715,000, while Year 1 and Year 2 fees are THB 755,000.
The school also lists a THB 5,500 non-refundable application fee and a one-time enrolment fee of THB 200,000.
Parents should note that additional costs can apply for items such as uniforms, external examinations, educational visits, school transport and selected co-curricular activities.
The school is currently accepting applications for its Pre-Prep and Junior School. It is also inviting enquiries about future Senior School and boarding places.
A New Choice In Thailand’s International School Market
Highgate Thailand is entering a market where demand for international education has encouraged established overseas schools to expand their presence.
For school leaders and education stakeholders, the opening highlights the growing importance of regional education hubs outside capital cities.
Chonburi’s location also places the school within reach of communities connected to Pattaya and Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor.
The addition of a high-profile British school could increase competition among international schools in the region. It may also encourage schools to strengthen their academic pathways, pastoral provision and wider student experiences.
For educators, the school’s development will be worth following as it builds its teaching team and establishes its educational culture in Thailand.
Highgate’s International Expansion
Highgate Thailand represents a significant step in Highgate School’s international development.
Highgate School says the Thailand campus is its first international campus and will remain connected to its London school through its academic ethos, holistic educational philosophy and approach to pastoral care.
The partnership with Siam Motors Group also brings together an established UK independent school and a major Thai organisation with a long history in education and other sectors.
Ultimately, the success of Highgate Thailand will depend on how effectively it translates the strengths of its London heritage into a school experience that meets the needs of families in Thailand.
For parents, students and education professionals, its opening offers an important new development to watch as Thailand’s international school sector continues to evolve.
