Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
100 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
16 |
| Most common nationality |
USA, Thai, UK, Australia, Chinese, French, Japanese, Russian,Swiss |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
39 : 61 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
English First Language Speakers with US State Licenses or QTS. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Thai, Chinese |
| Max. number of students per class |
Early years - 13 ES/MS - 18 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 - 16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Selected age groups has access to iPads or laptops. middle school has access to personal laptops provided by the school for access to google classroom and learning platforms |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
The schools values are rooted in catholic faith but all students of all religions are welcomed. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Students can practice their own faith, |
| External examinations or assessments available |
High school G11 - 12 will have IB |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Selected classes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Up to 1hour per class |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Launch pad program for students |
| Learning support offered |
Students with special learning needs may have 1:1 support |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Sports and extended learning for gifted and talented students |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Screening and entry test |
| Waiting list |
Selected classes depending on grade level and number of students |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Rolling entry if not on a waiting list |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
08:30 |
| School finish time |
15:30 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
- |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Languages, Math, reading club, phonics, football, art, robotics, multi sports, cooking, basketball, digital literacy. these changes depending on the semester |
| Sports activities included |
Multi sports, swimming, badminton, football, basketball in physical education. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Golf competitions and individual competitions. |
| Facilities at the school |
Beachfront , Library, Music room, Science Labs , Indoor Playground , Outdoor playground , Mini zoo, |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Football field, running track, pool, multiport's court (basketball, badminton, shaded area) |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
RIS Phuket is a values-based international school that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. We emphasize academic excellence, moral integrity, service, and global citizenship in a caring and inclusive environment. Our community fosters respect, empathy, and intercultural understanding, preparing students to be thoughtful, responsible leaders in a diverse world. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our teaching is student-centered, inquiry-based, and globally focused. Teachers use active learning, differentiated instruction, and real-world applications to develop critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Social-emotional learning and character education are integrated throughout all grade levels to support the whole child. |