Chiang Rai International Christian School

CRICS is located at 331 Moo 14, Baan Duu, Mueang Chiang Rai, in northern Thailand’s Chiang Rai Province. This setting lies just outside the city center and is accessible by road, placing the school within reach of Chiang Rai’s services and community while offering a quieter, suburban campus environment.

The school educates students from Kindergarten (starting age 5) through Grade 12, organized into Elementary (K–6), Middle School (Grades 7–8), and High School (Grades 9–12)

CRICS is co‑educational. It does not offer boarding facilities—education is provided on a day‑school basis only.

CRICS operates an Academic Success Program that supports students with learning differences through in-class assistance, small-group support, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and psychological testing when needed. It also runs an English Language Learner (ELL) program offering targeted support to non-native English speakers.

CRICS is based in Thailand and does not maintain an official affiliation with any other country.

CRICS has a Christian foundation and identity, being founded by missionary families and embedding religious studies, chapel, and service into its community and curriculum.

There is not enough information available about the school's day structure.

There is no mention of a school bus or van service on the CRICS website.

Chiang Rai International Christian School (CRICS) follows an American-style curriculum within a Christian educational framework. Instruction is in English, with Thai taught as a language subject. The program runs from Kindergarten (age 5) through Grade 12, covering core subjects such as English, mathematics, science, and social studies, alongside Bible studies, physical education, and the arts. High school students complete coursework using the Carnegie credit system, with graduation requirements set across academic and elective subjects. The school also offers specialist support for English Language Learners and students with additional learning needs. Service learning, leadership opportunities, and extracurricular activities are integrated across all year groups as part of the educational experience.

CRICS does not explicitly use the phrase "SEL" on its website. However, elements that support students' emotional growth appear through peer mentoring (buddies system), student council, enrichment electives, and community-building activities. These opportunities foster interpersonal development and a supportive school culture.

CRICS runs an Academic Success Program (ASP) that supports students with identified learning differences. The ASP includes in-class and small-group support, teacher collaboration, psychological testing, development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), assistive technology, and behavioral and emotional guidance. The school is not a specialist SEN institution, but it does provide tailored accommodations within its regular classrooms

CRICS offers an English Language Learners (ELL) program. This includes testing and monitoring ELL students, academic support, targeted Language Arts classes for grade-level readiness, and a summer enrichment camp.

There is no explicit information on programs or initiatives that specifically address general mental wellbeing.

CRICS maintains a thorough child protection policy, requiring all staff and volunteers to complete annual training and a police background check. The policy addresses harassment, bullying, abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, neglect), and self-harm. It mandates timely reporting, structured investigation processes, student and parent education, and clear procedures to protect all parties involved.

1. Complete the required assessments. For non-native English speakers, this includes a WIDA MODEL English fluency test (fee: 1,500 THB), conducted on campus. For Kindergarten through Grade 2, a readiness check assesses basic skills (fee: 300 THB). Grades 3–12 applicants take MAP tests in Math, Reading, and Language Arts (fee: 1,000 THB).

2. Submit a full application packet by March 1. This includes the online application, fee, and supporting documents (e.g., birth certificate, transcripts, reference forms).

3. Await review by the Admissions Evaluation Committee. They consider class capacity, academic background, family’s intended length of stay, and academic goals. Decisions are typically issued by March 31.

4. Upon acceptance, follow next steps. This may include arranging campus visits, interviews (if needed), or other onboarding steps.

CRICS does not seem to offer merit-based scholarships but has some financial support options:

Servant Member Program: Available to families of full-time Christian workers in the Chiang Rai area. After a student is accepted, eligible families can apply to volunteer in the school in mutually agreed roles. In exchange, the family receives a reduction in tuition fees.

Financial Aid Program: Provides temporary tuition assistance for returning families experiencing unexpected financial hardship. This is awarded at the school’s discretion and requires direct application to the Head of School.

Multi-Child Discount: Families with more than one child enrolled receive a 10% tuition discount for each additional child after the first. This cannot be combined with other discounts.

The school’s website does not mention any waitlist or pool system.