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Sunée Steyn
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths STEM, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Wells International School’s Chonburi Campus opened in August 2022 as Wells’ fifth campus in Thailand, serving students aged 2 to about 14 (nursery through Grade 8) and expanding gradually to Grade 12 by August 2024. Set on an agricultural site in Ban Bueng, Chonburi Province, the school blends a modified American curriculum with AP and IB Diploma options at upper levels and integrates Thai sustainability values through hands‑on farm learning and the “baan‑wat‑rong rien” lifestyle philosophy. Class sizes are capped around 25; current enrolment is about 150 and growing. Students are taught in English by native‑English teachers and the campus provides a bus service for local families.
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus has 150 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.
Location
Situated at 88/8 Moo 2, Ban Bueng, Chonburi 20170, the campus lies in the semi-rural Ban Bueng district roughly 45 km inland from Pattaya, within central Chonburi Province. The school is surrounded by an agricultural landscape, reflecting its sustainability ethos, yet is reachable via local road networks.
Stages
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus follows a modified American curriculum and is structured into Early Years (ages 2–5), Primary (ages 6–10), Middle School (ages 11–13), and High School (ages 14–18). Students begin in Nursery and progress through Grade 12, with the high school division introduced from August 2024. The curriculum is delivered in line with U.S. Common Core standards and influenced by inquiry-based, project-oriented approaches seen in IB-style teaching.
Type
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus is a co-educational, non-boarding day school. It welcomes students of various nationalities, with English as the medium of instruction across all grade levels.
Additional learning support
Support for students with mild to moderate learning needs is guided by the school’s system-wide Learning Support Policy. While the Chonburi Campus does not publicly detail a dedicated Learning Centre, the broader Wells system offers Special Educational Needs (SEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support through classroom-based accommodations and small group sessions. Provision is typically coordinated in collaboration with classroom teachers. However, no Chonburi-specific staffing or programme details are currently published.
Country affiliation
The school follows a modified American curriculum but is not formally affiliated with the United States government.
Religious affiliation
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus operates as a secular international school with no religious affiliation.
School day structure
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus does not publish the daily schedule (start time, end time, breaks, or after‑school activity timings) on its public website.
Bus service
The Chonburi Campus does not list any bus services on its official website.
Fees
Annual tuition at Wells International School – Chonburi Campus ranges from THB 320,000 to THB 750,000 for 2026/27.
Application Fees A one-time Campus Development Fee of THB 150,000 is required for all new students. A Registration Fee of THB 5,000 applies from K3 and above. A refundable Damage Deposit of THB 35,000 is payable for all students from K3 upward.
Fees are billed by semester: Semester 1: 50% Semester 2: 50% An additional 5% charge applies for two-installment plans, and 6% for three-installment plans (on unpaid balance).
Additional Fees - Lunch Fee: THB 15,000 per semester (mandatory for all students Nursery–Grade 12) - Uniforms: - Nursery–K3: THB 600 per item (shirt, pants/skirt, PE shirt, PE shorts) - Grades 1–12: THB 750 per item (shirt, pants/skirt, PE shirt, PE shorts), necktie: THB 300 - ESL / Learning Support Fee (if applicable): - K1 – K2: THB 30,000 - Grades 1 – 2: THB 30,000 - Grades 3 – 4: THB 45,000 - Grades 5 – 6: THB 55,000 - Grades 7 – 8: THB 75,000 - Grades 9 – 10: THB 80,000
Transportation Fees (Per Semester) Round-trip: - Zone A (1–30 km): THB 36,000 - Zone B (31–45 km): THB 40,000 - Zone C (46–60 km): THB 45,000 - Zone D (61–80 km): THB 60,000 - Zone E (81–100 km): THB 80,000
One-way: - Zone A: THB 25,200 - Zone B: THB 28,000 - Zone C: THB 31,500 - Zone D: THB 42,000 - Zone E: THB 56,000
All buses are distance-based. Transport fees are billed per semester.
Sibling Discount - Second child: THB 80,000 discount on Campus Development Fee - Third and fourth children: Campus Development Fee waived - Third child: THB 100,000 tuition discount - Fourth child: THB 160,000 tuition discount
Refund Policy - 80% of tuition is refunded if withdrawal occurs before the start of term - 50% refund if withdrawn within 1–21 days of term start - 25% refund if withdrawn within 22–39 days - No refund after 40 days or more Refunds are processed within 30 days of official written withdrawal.
Payment Options Tuition must be paid via bank transfer, cheque, or credit card (with a 3% surcharge). Cash payments are not accepted. All prior term fees must be paid before re-enrollment. A late fee of THB 200/day applies for overdue payments.
Academics
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus teaches IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
Wells Chonburi adopts a modified American curriculum aligned with U.S. Common Core Standards, enriched with Thai cultural awareness and sustainability values through the “baan‑wat‑rong rien” philosophy.
In Early Years and Primary (Nursery through Grade 5), students build foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, science, social studies, arts, physical education, and languages such as Thai or Mandarin, taught through thematic and inquiry-based approaches.
During Middle School (Grades 6–8), learning emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and IB-influenced inquiry pedagogy, promoting skill progression and concept integration year-on-year.
At High School (Grades 9–12), students complete a U.S. high school diploma programme, with options to enroll in Advanced Placement (AP) courses starting in Grade 10, or pursue the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12.
The school provides university and career guidance alongside opportunities like AP Capstone, internships, job shadows, and CAS experiences as part of the IB framework.
Wells organizes regular cross‑campus professional development days, including sessions on social‑emotional learning (SEL) to support teacher training across Chonburi and other campuses. While Chonburi-specific classroom initiatives aren’t detailed, this indicates staff are trained to incorporate SEL strategies in their teaching. There is no campus-specific SEL program published on the Chonburi page.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
All Wells campuses, including Chonburi, operate under a system‑wide Learning Support Policy that supports students with mild to moderate SEN through strategies such as push‑in assistance, pull‑out small-group instruction, one‑to‑one support, and learning accommodations.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL support specific to the Chonburi campus. System-wide policies include EAL arrangements for students needing additional English assistance, but no campus-level details or programmes for EAL learners at Chonburi are published.
Mental Wellbeing
Chonburi does not list dedicated mental health programs. However, the Child Protection Policy outlines that Wells has a Counseling Department to assess referrals, plan interventions, and support students needing emotional assistance across all campuses, including Chonburi.
Safeguarding
Wells publishes a comprehensive Child Protection Policy (2024–25) which applies to all campuses, including Ban Bueng/Chonburi. It defines clear protocols for reporting suspected abuse or neglect, staff training, recruitment vetting, confidentiality, record-keeping, bullying prevention, and liaison with local child protection agencies. Each campus Principal and school leadership team is involved in implementing these procedures to ensure student safety.
1. Apply to join the Wells community. Families may submit the Student Application Form either by visiting the campus in person or by downloading and emailing the completed form to the respective campus. Signatures must still be provided on-site for emailed submissions.
2. Schedule a time for testing. Students applying for Grade 1 or 2 complete a paper-based assessment evaluating foundational academic skills. Those applying to Grades 3–12 undertake several components: DORA (Diagnostic Online Reading Assessment), ALEKS (math assessment), a writing sample, and a personal interview.
3. Submit official documents. Once a student is accepted, families must provide documentation including passport copies (student and parents), recent academic reports, medical check-up records, ID photos, and any additional paperwork requested by the school. Thai nationals must also provide a house registration copy.
4. Pay school fees. Before registration can proceed, families must pay all applicable fees such as tuition, enrollment, uniforms, and any additional charges for ESL or after-school programs as needed.
5. Register for classes. Upon confirmation of payment, students will be issued class schedules, basic supplies, and a student-parent handbook. This step finalizes enrollment and allows students to begin attending classes.
Scholarships
Wells offers system-wide merit scholarships for secondary students (Grades 6–12) based on excellence in academics, sports, arts, or leadership. Award tiers such as Seahawk Scholar and Super Scholar provide tuition discounts or full waivers. These scholarships are awarded annually and total more than 1.5 million THB each year. Applicants submit transcripts, essays, recommendations or portfolios, and may interview as part of the process.
Waitlist
Wells does not mention any waitlist or enrolment pool system on its official website.
FAQs
What curriculum does Wells International School – Chonburi Campus follow?
Wells Chonburi adopts a modified American curriculum aligned with U.S. Common Core Standards, enriched with Thai cultural awareness and sustainability values through the “baan‑wat‑rong rien” philosoph...
What age range does Wells International School – Chonburi Campus serve?
The school serves students from age 2 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application Fees**
A one-time **Campus Development Fee** of THB 150,000 is required for all new students. A **Registration Fee** of THB 5,000 applies from **K3 and above**. A **refundable Damage D...
What type of school is Wells International School – Chonburi Campus?
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus is a co-educational school.
Where is Wells International School – Chonburi Campus located?
Situated at 88/8 Moo 2, Ban Bueng, Chonburi 20170, the campus lies in the semi-rural Ban Bueng district roughly 45 km inland from Pattaya, within central Chonburi Province. The school is surrounded by...
Does the school offer a bus service?
The Chonburi Campus does not list any bus services on its official website.
Is the school religiously affiliated?
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus operates as a secular international school with no religious affiliation.
What accreditations does the school hold?
**International Baccalaureate (IB):** Wells Bang Na is an authorised IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), signifying adherence to global standards in inquiry-based learning.
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Does the school provide learning support?
All Wells campuses, including Chonburi, operate under a system‑wide Learning Support Policy that supports students with mild to moderate SEN through strategies such as push‑in assistance, pull‑out sma...
How many students attend the school?
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus has approximately 150 students.
When was the school established?
Wells International School – Chonburi Campus was established in 2022.
What is the admissions process?
1. Apply to join the Wells community. Families may submit the Student Application Form either by visiting the campus in person or by downloading and emailing the completed form to the respective campu...
Does the school offer scholarships?
Wells offers system-wide merit scholarships for secondary students (Grades 6–12) based on excellence in academics, sports, arts, or leadership. Award tiers such as Seahawk Scholar and Super Scholar pr...
