Chiang Mai Montessori International School

Chiang Mai Montessori International School is located at 229/3 Moo 6, Nong Khwai, Hang Dong, Chiang Mai, Thailand 50230, about 10 km south of Chiang Mai city centre. It is accessible by road from Hang Dong and neighbourhoods to the south, and lies within a mainly residential area with garden surroundings and onsite parking.

The school offers a Toddler Community (18 months to 3 years), Children’s House (ages 3–6) and Elementary (ages 6–12), with one mixed‑age group per stage (multiple rooms at Children’s House, single rooms at other stages).

It is an independent, co‑educational international nursery, primary and elementary school.

The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support from Children’s House onward for students whose English is below the school's minimum. Learning Support for other educational needs is available following assessment and is charged based on the agreed level.

The school is independent, with no formal affiliation to any other country.

The school has no religious affiliations.

The school day at Chiang Mai Montessori International School runs from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The morning begins with a class meeting, mindfulness, and class responsibilities (8:00 AM – 9:00 AM), followed by experiential learning blocks from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, covering areas such as Thai culture, PE, arts, farming, and business. Lunch and community time take place from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, with academic focus blocks scheduled from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM. The final part of the day (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM) is dedicated to independent study, pick-up, and optional after-school clubs or study hall.

The school offers a full Montessori curriculum from Toddler Community (18 months – 3 years) through Children’s House (3–6 years) and Elementary (6–12 years). In the Toddler Community, children engage in practical life, movement, language and sensorial activities tailored to early development. In Children’s House, foundational areas such as practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics, art, music, physical education and drama are integrated into daily learning. For Elementary (Lower & Upper, ages 6–12), the curriculum includes mathematics, history, geography, biology, language, music and arts, all delivered via concrete materials progressing to abstract understanding.

The school supports SEL through mixed‐age Montessori classrooms where children learn cooperation, independence, and respect by mentoring and engaging in shared activities. In the Middle School (Esara), students participate in daily mindfulness practices, emotional intelligence training, and physical activities designed to build resilience and social awareness. These initiatives are embedded in the curriculum and delivered by Montessori‑trained educators and guides.

CMMIS offers learning support for students who require additional assistance, based on an assessment of individual needs; support is provided on a case‑by‑case basis and incurs additional fees.

The school provides an English language support programme for students from Children’s House (age 3–6) onwards whose English levels fall below the school's threshold for successful curriculum access. Placement in this programme is mandatory if assessed as needed, with EAL support charged separately per term. Students are regularly assessed and may exit the programme when they reach sufficient academic English proficiency.

Mental wellbeing support is woven into daily routines, especially in the Middle School (Esara), where students engage in mindfulness practices, physical activities like yoga and Muay Thai, and emotional intelligence training to foster balance and resilience. Across all levels, Montessori-trained staff provide continuous observation and guidance in nurturing environments, helping children feel supported in their emotional development.

Child protection is clearly communicated as a top priority and detailed in the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding policies, as well as in safety measures and handbooks available to the community. Staff receive training to respond swiftly to any concerns including bullying or risk to wellbeing. Safety protocols cover facility maintenance, emergency preparedness, risk assessments with external experts, regular drills, and collaboration with parents and staff to maintain a protected school environment.

1. Book a School Visit
The admissions team will schedule a school tour, ideally with your child. This allows your family to observe the environment and ask detailed questions.

2. Attend the Tour & Meet Staff
During the visit, you’ll meet with leadership and staff members to discuss your child’s needs and the Montessori curriculum.

3. Child Observation or Assessment
Depending on your child’s age, a short classroom observation or informal assessment may be conducted to ensure CMMIS is the right fit.

4. Submit the Application Form
You will be invited to complete the official application form and submit any required documents (typically copies of passport, school reports, and immunization records).

5. Receive Offer & Confirm Enrollment
If your child is accepted, you’ll receive an offer along with instructions for confirming enrollment including payment of fees.

The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.

CMMIS does maintain a waitlist for prospective students. To be placed on the waitlist or to reserve a spot for a future term, families must pay a non-refundable deposit of THB 3,000. Applications are prioritized based on the order in which they are fully submitted. If a spot becomes available, the school will contact the next family on the list. They then have 15 working days to confirm their intention to enroll and complete the full tuition payment to secure the place.