We’re proud to represent some of the very best international schools from around the world. In our School and Group Spotlight series, we’ll take an in-depth look at these schools, detailing their history, ethos, location and of course, benefits, to help you choose the school that best suits you.
Snapshot: Ruamrudee International School
Year founded: 1957 Segregation type: Co-Educational Religious affiliation: Catholicism Curriculum: United States of America, Advanced Placement, IB DP Instructional language: English Alternate instructional language: None Start grade: PreK End grade: 12
About: Ruamrudee International School
Ruamrudee International School (RIS) is a prestigious co-educational school offering an enhanced American curriculum with an international perspective. Established in 1957, RIS has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and holistic education. The school serves students from preschool through to Grade 12, preparing them for success at top universities worldwide.
Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and recognised by the Thai Ministry of Education, RIS provides students with a dynamic learning environment that fosters intellectual, moral, and social growth. Secondary students have access to multiple academic pathways, including Advanced Placement (AP) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future academic and professional careers.
With a commitment to nurturing reflective, critical, and self-directed learners, RIS supports students in developing their full potential within a diverse and inclusive international community. The school’s motto, Ad Astra – Latin for “To the Stars” – encapsulates its philosophy of encouraging students to strive for excellence in all areas of life.
Campuses: Ruamrudee International School
Ruamrudee International School operates across multiple campuses, each tailored to specific student needs and age groups:
Minburi Campus (Main Campus)
The Minburi campus serves as the flagship location of RIS, catering to students from Preschool through Grade 12. It offers the full RIS curriculum, including AP and IB Diploma pathways, as well as extensive athletic, performing arts, and extracurricular programmes. This campus upholds the school’s long-standing reputation for excellence, providing a comprehensive international education in a dynamic learning environment.
Ratchapruek Campus
Opened in 2019, the Ratchapruek campus expands RIS’s reach to the Nonthaburi area, west of Bangkok. Initially serving Pre-K 2 to Grade 5, the campus has grown to accommodate students up to Grade 10, with plans to offer a full K-12 programme in the near future. The campus follows the same academic philosophy as RIS Minburi, providing students with an inquiry-based, student-centred approach to learning in a modern and well-equipped facility.
RIS Early Years Campus (Phraya Suren Road, Bangkok)
Designed exclusively for Pre-K 2 to Kindergarten, the RIS Early Years campus provides a Reggio Emilia-inspired learning environment that nurtures curiosity, exploration, and creativity. The nature-inspired playground and Seed to Table programme allow young learners to engage in hands-on, experiential learning in a safe and stimulating setting. The Early Years programme prepares students for seamless integration into RIS Minburi or Ratchapruek for their primary education.
RIS Phuket
The newest addition to the RIS family, RIS Phuket, is a seaside campus that integrates sustainability and eco-friendly learning. Catering to Early Years students, RIS Phuket blends indoor and outdoor educational experiences, offering a unique approach to early childhood education. The campus is designed to provide a holistic, nature-based curriculum, setting a strong foundation for future learning.
Ethos: Ruamrudee International School
The ethos of Ruamrudee International School is deeply rooted in its Catholic heritage, fostering a strong sense of compassion, integrity, and responsibility while embracing students of all faiths and backgrounds. The school is dedicated to developing intellectual curiosity, moral character, and social awareness, ensuring that graduates leave with a profound sense of purpose and global citizenship.
At RIS, the Principles of Phoenix – which focus on the Head, Hands, and Heart – serve as guiding values for the school community. These principles encourage students to become critical thinkers, open-minded collaborators, and compassionate leaders who contribute positively to society. Through service-learning projects, extracurricular activities, and a student-centred approach to education, RIS instils a lifelong commitment to learning, social responsibility, and ethical leadership.
Diversity is celebrated, and the school fosters an environment where students respect different cultures, perspectives, and worldviews. The emphasis on international-mindedness ensures that RIS students graduate not only academically prepared but also socially aware and equipped to thrive in an interconnected world.
Facilities: Ruamrudee International School
Ruamrudee International School’s state-of-the-art facilities are designed to support students in all aspects of their academic, artistic, and athletic development. The Minburi campus, the largest of the RIS locations, provides an expansive learning environment with purpose-built classrooms, well-equipped science and technology labs, and modern performing arts spaces.
The school’s sports complex includes multiple indoor and outdoor sports courts, a swimming pool, a full-size football pitch, and an athletics track, ensuring that students have access to high-quality athletic training facilities. RIS also boasts a fitness centre, dance studio, and a gymnasium, supporting students in maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.
To foster creativity and expression, the school features specialist music and art studios, a 400-seat theatre, and design technology workshops. The extensive library resources provide a quiet and well-equipped space for independent study and research. Across all campuses, RIS maintains a technology-driven learning environment, incorporating innovative teaching tools and digital platforms to enhance student engagement and success.
Location: Ruamrudee International School
Ruamrudee International School is located in Minburi, Bangkok, a peaceful district that offers a balance between urban accessibility and a spacious, green learning environment. The school is well-connected to central Bangkok, with easy access to major roads and public transport links.
Teachers at RIS benefit from Bangkok’s rich cultural and historical offerings, including world-class museums, performing arts venues, and international dining experiences. The city provides an ideal backdrop for experiential learning opportunities.
Benefits: Ruamrudee International School
Number of Contract Days: 190.
Starting Salary Range: $36574 for teachers with a BA+Certificate and 4 years experience (can fluctuate based on currency exchange).
Taxes: 15-25% is deducted from the salary for taxes. The taxes are not paid by the school.
Accommodation: Each newly recruited expatriate teacher from overseas who signs an initial two-year contract receives accommodation for five nights, arranged by the school. Additionally, a housing allowance of 25,000 baht per month is provided to each expatriate teacher in addition to the salary. Faculty couples will receive 40,000 baht per couple/month. All gross salary is subject to the Thai Personal Income Tax Law.
Flights/Transport: An annual family home leave allowance for full-time expat teachers who are contracted with the school in the subsequent year and immediate family members (least expensive and most direct route, economy-class round trip to the nearest major international airport of individual teacher’s declared home city of record).
Moving Allowance: One-way economy class incoming air tickets for self and resident dependents (non-working spouse and children under the age of 20 or who are students enrolled at school) are provided by the school. A one-time relocation allowance of 30,000 Baht is given in addition to the salary.
Medical: Health insurance covered in the host country for self and a maximum of two resident dependents (a spouse not over 65 years of age, or a child, unmarried, under the age of 18 or under the age of 23 if he/she is, at present, a full-time student). An annual health check-up for self and resident dependents who join the school’s medical insurance is provided.
Retirement: Payroll savings plan (Provident Fund). 10-15% of the monthly base salary can be deposited with the school’s Provident Fund. The school will match this 10% monthly. The ‘Provident Fund’ year starts from the date of joining the Provident Fund, not from the date of employment at RIS. A fund member of 3 years will receive 50% of school contribution and earnings. A fund member of 5 years will receive 100% of school contribution and earnings.
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