Oonrak Koh Samui School
Founded 2005
Updated July 2026
Cambridge Primary
Oonrak Koh Samui School is a bilingual institution located in Maenam, Koh Samui, serving students from daycare and kindergarten through to primary school. It provides a fully immersive bilingual programme that integrates the Thai National Curriculum with the British National Curriculum and the Cambridge International Curriculum.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school emphasizes "learning by doing with happiness," focusing on the development of critical thinking, creativity, and the use of information technology. It promotes moral and ethical values, the preservation of Thai culture and local identity, and the principles of the sufficiency economy philosophy. The school aims to foster a warm, safe, and supportive environment where teachers act as mentors to ensure student well-being and academic success.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual programme where students follow half of their timetable in English and half in Thai. Subjects taught in English include English Language, Mathematics, Science, Physical Education, and Swimming, while subjects taught in Thai include Thai Language, Mathematics, Science, Computing, Art, and Social Studies. The school serves students from daycare and pre-kindergarten through to primary levels (Primary 1–6).
Student support
Learning support
The school provides additional academic support through extra lessons in English, Mathematics, and Science for students in the mainstream system. It also offers dedicated English (ESL) and Thai (TSL) language support programmes for students who require additional assistance beyond the standard classroom curriculum.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does Oonrak Koh Samui School offer?
- Oonrak Koh Samui School offers Cambridge Primary.
- How much is tuition at Oonrak Koh Samui School?
- Annual tuition at Oonrak Koh Samui School is THB 115K–THB 130K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Oonrak Koh Samui School teach?
- Oonrak Koh Samui School enrolls students aged 3 to 12.
- Is Oonrak Koh Samui School a day or boarding school?
- Oonrak Koh Samui School is a day school.
- Where is Oonrak Koh Samui School located?
- Oonrak Koh Samui School is an international school in Ko Samui, Thailand.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Pre – Kindergarten | 2–3 | THB 115K |
| Kindergarten 1 – 3 | 3–6 | THB 120K |
| Primary 1 – 6 | 6–12 | THB 130K |
Other fees(11)
| Registration fee· Admission Fee (One-time only on enrollment/ non-refundable) | THB 10K |
|---|---|
| Materials· Provision Fee (Nursery and Kindergarten only) - one-time fee for first-time entry to provide personal items (bed sheet, pillow case, blanket, towel, apron, mug, toothbrush, toothpaste, shower cream, lotion, pajamas and sandals) including weekly washing and ironing services. | THB 5K |
| Deposit· Security deposit - refundable deposit to protect the school against loss or damage to school property. | THB 5K |
| Deposit· Reservation deposit - to reserve a place. Credited towards school fee when paid in full. Non-refundable. | THB 30K |
| Deposit· Resignation deposit - payable on enrolment. Refundable if resignation form is completed 1 term in advance. | THB 10K |
| EALsemester· English Support (ESL) fee charged per semester to students requiring extra English language support. | THB 10K |
| EALsemester· Thai Support (TSL) fee charged per semester to students requiring extra Thai language support. | THB 10K |
| Insuranceyear· Compulsory accident insurance for new students (Muang Thai Life Assurance). | THB 1.7K |
| Application fee· Visa application documents per student visa. | THB 3K |
| Bus / transport· School bus service available (Round-trip, One-way, Daily). See reception for fees. | — |
| Uniform· Uniforms are compulsory and can be purchased from the school reception. | — |
Discounts
- Full-payment discount: 5%
- Sibling discount: 5%
- Sibling discount: 10%
Admissions
The school requires new students to take entrance examinations to determine year placement and ensure they can access the curriculum. It provides visa assistance for international students and parents, including support for Non-Ed and Non-O visa applications. Prospective families must pay an admission fee and a reservation deposit to secure a place.
Calendar
The school operates on a semester-based system. It maintains a school calendar and a calendar of events to track academic terms, holidays, and school-wide activities.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features purpose-built classrooms, a 25m covered swimming pool, a 200m outdoor athletics track, and a covered AstroTurf football pitch. Academic facilities include a library, a fully equipped science lab, and a 30-station computer suite. The grounds also contain designated indoor and outdoor play areas for kindergarten and primary students, a school garden, and two infirmaries.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities (ECAs) designed to support social and academic development, including football, swimming, mixed martial arts, and arts and crafts. Students also participate in school trips throughout the year, which include expeditions, cultural visits, and outdoor pursuits.
- นางสาววันเพ็ญ ทิศหมุนผู้อำนวยการโรงเรียนอุ่นรักเกาะสมุย (Director)
As the Director of Oonrak Koh Samui School, she emphasizes a bilingual learning environment that fosters analytical thinking, creativity, and the use of information technology. She is committed to promoting moral and ethical values alongside Thai cultural identity and the philosophy of sufficiency economy, while ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere for students.