Most international schools in Bangkok show families around by appointment rather than on fixed open days. This autumn, a few schools in Bangkok and Phuket have published dated open houses, all in October. If a school you like isn't listed, contact admissions and ask for a private tour.
Here's how to make the most of any school visit, followed by the dates confirmed so far.
Which kind of visit is right for you?
- Open house. A presentation and guided tour, often for one section of the school, such as early years or secondary.
- Private tour. The most common option in Bangkok. Personal and flexible, and you can ask to see what matters to you.
- Virtual tour or call. Useful if you're still relocating.
Before you go
Check which section the open house covers. Some sessions are for early years and primary only, others for secondary. Make sure it matches your child's age.
Plan the journey. Bangkok traffic is a real part of daily life. Test the route at school-run time, and ask which areas the school buses cover.
Ask about boarding if it's relevant. Some schools, particularly in Phuket, offer boarding for older students. If you're considering it, ask to see the boarding house on the day.
Allow for the weather. October can still be rainy. Ask how the school uses indoor spaces for sport and play in the wet season.
Write your questions down, and register in advance.
On the day
- Notice how staff and students speak to each other away from the stage.
- Look at the children's own work on display.
- Ask to see an ordinary classroom for your child's age.
- Talk to current parents if you can.
The NovaEd Campus Culture Check gives you eight things to look for and a simple way to rate each one.
Questions worth asking
- How big are classes, and how many adults support each one?
- What support is there for children learning English, and how is Thai taught?
- How long do teachers usually stay?
- How do you settle students who arrive mid-year?
- What does admissions involve, and when are the deadlines for August 2027?
- Which costs sit outside tuition: application fee, deposit, capital or development fee, bus, lunch, trips?
- If boarding is offered, how is pastoral care organised in the evenings and at weekends?
Afterwards
Write down your impressions the same day, and compare schools on the same points. Then book private tours at the schools you'd like to see again.
Confirmed open days in Thailand, October 2026
| Date | School | City | Who it's for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 7 Oct, 8:30–11:00 | St. Andrews International School Dusit | Bangkok | Early Years and Primary, ages 2 to 11 | Register on the school website |
| Thu 22 Oct, from 8:00 | UWC Thailand | Phuket | Whole school | Presentation at 8:30, then a tour. Register on the school website |
| Thu 29 Oct, 10:00–12:00 | British International School, Phuket | Phuket | Prospective families | Register with the school |
Free NovaEd guides for your visits
- NovaEd School Visit Guide: what to do before, during and after a school visit, with a question list you can print.
- NovaEd Campus Culture Check: eight things to look for on campus, with a simple rating sheet.
- International schools in Thailand: browse and compare schools on the NovaEd directory.
Dates are as published by each school on 27 September 2026. Schools do change dates and sessions do fill, so please confirm with the school before you go. NovaEd doesn't organise these events.