Brighton College Bangkok is one of the newer additions to the British school market in Bangkok, opened in 2016 as part of the family of schools linked to Brighton College in England. It teaches the English National Curriculum across a full age range and finishes with A Level, which makes it a direct option for families who want a recognisable UK education abroad rather than the International Baccalaureate. The school sits alongside long established names such as Bangkok Patana and Harrow Bangkok, and this profile sets out how it compares.
Brighton College Bangkok at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | English National Curriculum; IGCSE; A Level in the sixth form |
| Stages | Early years to Year 13 (ages 2 to 18) |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Affiliation | Linked to Brighton College in England |
| Fee band | Premium, rising through the senior school |
| Campus area | Krungthep Kreetha, eastern Bangkok |
Curriculum and academics
Brighton College Bangkok follows the British curriculum in the form most UK families recognise. The early years and primary phase work through the English National Curriculum, the lower secondary years build toward IGCSE examinations, and the sixth form leads to A Level rather than the IB Diploma. That single pathway suits families set on a British route to university and sits in contrast to the city schools that switch to the Diploma at sixth form.
As a Brighton College branded school it draws on the teaching model and house system of its English namesake, with strong provision in sport, music and drama alongside academics. To see how it sits among the city wide options compare it through the British curriculum schools in Bangkok hub, and ask the admissions team for recent IGCSE and A Level results rather than long run averages.
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Brighton College Bangkok fees
Brighton College Bangkok sits in the premium band for the city, with tuition rising at each stage and reaching the top of the range in the sixth form. Fees here are indicative only and families should confirm the current schedule directly with the school, as the figures are reviewed annually. Plan beyond tuition for a one off registration fee, a refundable deposit and optional bus and meal costs.
For a wider view of what a British place costs across the city, the Bangkok British curriculum hub sets the fee tiers in context, and you can model your own total with the fee calculator.
Admissions
The academic year runs from August and the main intake follows that calendar, with rolling entry where places exist. The process combines an application with recent school reports and an age appropriate assessment that becomes more formal higher up the school. Sixth form entry is conditional on IGCSE or equivalent results that support the chosen A Level subjects.
As a sought after school in a growing eastern corridor, popular year groups can fill ahead of the new year, so applying several months in advance is sensible, particularly for entry into the senior school.
Location and who goes there
The campus is in the Krungthep Kreetha area in the east of Bangkok, a district that has attracted several international schools and newer residential estates. Families who choose Brighton often live nearby in the eastern suburbs along the Krungthep Kreetha and Bangna corridors to keep the commute manageable in Bangkok traffic. To weigh it against schools on the same side of the city, see Bangkok Patana in Bangna and start from the Bangkok city hub.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brighton College Bangkok a British school?
Yes. It teaches the English National Curriculum from the early years, with IGCSE and then A Level in the sixth form, and is linked to Brighton College in England.
How much are Brighton College Bangkok fees?
Brighton College Bangkok sits in the premium band for the city, with fees rising to the top of the range in the sixth form. Figures are indicative, so confirm the current schedule with the school.
Does Brighton College Bangkok offer A Level?
Yes. The sixth form leads to A Level rather than the IB Diploma, which suits families set on a British route to university.
Where is Brighton College Bangkok located?
The campus is in the Krungthep Kreetha area in the east of Bangkok, near the eastern residential suburbs.
What ages does Brighton College Bangkok take?
The school takes children from the early years through to Year 13, covering roughly ages 2 to 18.
