

Samakkhiwittayakom School
Secular, Founded 1908
Updated July 2026
Samakkhiwitthayakhom School is a prominent, large-scale state secondary school in Chiang Rai, Thailand, established in 1908. It serves as a co-educational institution providing comprehensive secondary education with a focus on academic excellence and international standards.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school functions as a "Buddhist way" school and emphasizes the development of academic excellence to meet international standards. It promotes democratic values and is committed to transparency and ethical conduct through its "No Gift Policy" and anti-corruption initiatives.
Programmes
The school offers secondary education at both the junior and senior levels. Academic offerings include specialized programs such as the English Program, the International Program, and intensive tracks in science and mathematics. It serves as a center for science and mathematics development and is an authorized center for the Oxford Test of English. The curriculum is organized across various learning areas, including Thai language, social studies, arts, health and physical education, and career technology.
Outcomes
The school has been recognized as a World Class Standard School and a model for democratic education. Students frequently achieve success in national and international competitions, including academic testing in medical competency, science, and radio-controlled aircraft modeling. The school maintains academic cooperation agreements with institutions in New Zealand and China.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides guidance services and maintains a digital library to support student learning. It also operates a center for human potential development (HCEC) and provides various E-Service platforms for student information and academic management.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school is a co-educational state institution that provides basic education. It operates as a large-scale secondary school under the Secondary Educational Service Area Office of Chiang Rai.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic year schedule, with administrative offices open Monday through Friday, from 08:00 to 16:00.
About the campus
The campus includes multiple academic buildings, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, and a standard running track. It features specialized learning spaces such as the Students English Access Room (SEAR), a digital library, and a center for the Oxford Test of English. Additionally, the school manages off-site facilities, including a 25-rai agricultural training farm and staff housing.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a variety of activities, including academic competitions, sports such as basketball, and specialized training programs. Notable activities include emergency life-saving (CPR) workshops, earthquake and fire evacuation drills, and cultural events like the Sunthorn Phu Day. The school also hosts student clubs and maintains a school bank in collaboration with the Government Savings Bank.



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