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Stacy Gailey
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP)
Taught languages English, Thai
Typical class size 14
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Located near Mae Hia Market in suburban Chiang Mai, APIS’s Primary Campus welcomes children aged 3 to 12 (Pre‑Nursery through Grade 6). Opened as a dedicated campus in 2014, it delivers the IB Primary Years Programme, guiding students through inquiry-based learning structured around six transdisciplinary themes, with the culminating PYP Exhibition. English is the language of instruction, and students also engage in additional languages, reflecting the school-wide language offerings. No boarding is available at this campus—local day students can access optional bus transport. Though precise class sizes and enrolment numbers aren’t published, the overall school community spans over 400 students—a diverse, co‑educational environment. Leadership at the Primary Campus is headed by Primary School Principal Stephanie Dracz with School Director Ladda A. Mahidi, providing oversight of curriculum and community engagement.
This campus is part ofAmerican Pacific International School
288 Moo 2, Mae Hia, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
The Essentials
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.
Location
The APIS Primary Campus is located at 88 Moo 2, Tawangtan, Saraphi, Chiang Mai 50140, Thailand. It is situated southeast of Chiang Mai city center in a suburban residential area, offering easy access by car or school transport. The campus is approximately a 20–30 minute drive from the airport and central Chiang Mai, depending on traffic. Its location supports daily commuting for families living in and around the city.
Stages
The Primary Campus provides education from Pre-Nursery (age 18 months) through Grade 6 (age 11). Early Years includes Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Kindergarten levels (K1–K3), while the Primary Years cover Grades 1 to 6.
Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.
Additional learning support
Students from K3 to Grade 6 who require English language support may be placed in the English Language Learning (ELL) programme. Placement is based on teacher observation and formal assessments and the support is tailored to individual student needs.
Country affiliation
APIS is an independent international school with no formal affiliation to any single country.
Religious affiliation
The school is non-denominational and does not follow or promote any religious affiliation.
School day structure
While specific daily schedules are not published, the school follows a typical IB day schedule with lessons in the morning and afternoon separated by breaks and a lunch period.
Bus service
APIS offers a home-to-campus bus service for Primary Campus students. Transport costs vary by distance.
Fees
Annual tuition at American Pacific International School - Primary Campus ranges from THB 114,550 to THB 383,400 for 2026/27.
Other Fees Lunch & Snacks: THB 23,600 – THB 26,550 for G1–G6 (Included in the tuition fees for Pre-N to K2)
Miscellaneous: Ranges from THB 4,000 (K3) to THB 25,000 (G6
Chromebook Fee (Grades 3–6): THB 15,000
Classroom Without Walls (CWW): THB 4,000 – THB 25,000 depending on grade
Sleeping Set Fee (Pre-N to K2): THB 1,000
ELL Support: K3 – G6: THB 52,500 / year
Transportation: ranging from THB 18,700 – THB 45,000, depending on the distance and number of trips.
Payment Methods Accepted via cash, bank draft, or transfer to Siam Commercial Bank
Refund Policy No refunds for fees if a student attends any part of a semester. Refunds (excluding application/entrance/deposit) will only be given if written notice is given 30 days before the semester begins. Partial refunds are considered for documented medical withdrawals on a case-by-case basis. Overdue payments incur a 1.5% per month surcharge.
Academics
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 3 to 12.
Curriculum
APIS Primary Campus delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), designed for students aged 3–12 and structured around six transdisciplinary themes that guide inquiry-based learning. These themes, such as Who We Are, Sharing the Planet, and How the World Works, shape each unit of inquiry and help students build conceptual understanding and skill development. As an IB Continuum school, APIS aligns this programme with the broader IB framework, offering continuity as students progress through Middle Years and Diploma levels. The PYP fully guides instructional practice, integrating U.S. Common Core Standards into its curriculum design. Learned content is assessed continuously, culminating in the PYP Exhibition in Grade 6, where students showcase their development and learning journey
At the Primary Campus, students participate in a counselling and guidance programme that supports their social, emotional, personal, and developmental needs. Services include classroom guidance lessons, as well as individual and small-group counselling. The counselling team collaborates with teachers, support staff, and parents to create support plans tailored to each student’s needs.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Primary Campus website does not specify which kinds of SEN are supported, nor does it indicate that it is a specialist SEN institution. However, the school’s Access & Inclusion Policy outlines differentiation, accommodation, interventions, and modifications to support individual learning needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
APIS offers an English Language Learning (ELL) programme for students whose first language is not English. At the Primary Years level (Grades 1–6), support includes co‑teaching in core subjects, advising homeroom teachers, and small-group lessons to build language and literacy skills. An ELL teacher is assigned specifically to the Primary Campus. However, the site does not provide details about programme structure or entry criteria.
Mental Wellbeing
The counselling and guidance programme also supports students' mental wellbeing through personalised guidance, small-group or individual sessions, and collaboration with parents and school staff. This approach is intended to help children be happy and confident learners.
Safeguarding
While the website highlights background and police checks as part of staff recruitment, it does not offer detailed safeguarding policies specific to the Primary Campus.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit a completed application form along with prior school records and documentation.
2. Attend interview and placement testing APIS schedules assessments and/or screening based on the applicant’s age and academic history.
3. Application review After all documentation and testing, the school reviews the file. Decisions may be accepted, deferred, or waitlisted. Parents are notified by email or letter.
5. Receive acceptance and contract If admitted, students receive an offer letter and school contract to sign and return.
6. Finalize enrollment Once signed documents are returned, families receive an invoice and secure the place upon payment.
Scholarships
The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.
Waitlist
There is no publicly published waitlist, however, admissions are competitive and places are limited, making early application advisable.
FAQs
What curriculum does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus offer?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus offers IB, AP, International Baccalaureate curriculums. APIS Primary Campus delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), designed for students aged 3–12 and structured around six transdisciplinary themes that guide inquiry-based learning.
What age range does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus cater for?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus accepts students from age 3 to 12. The Primary Campus provides education from Pre-Nursery (age 18 months) through Grade 6 (age 11).
What are the fees at American Pacific International School - Primary Campus?
Annual fees at American Pacific International School - Primary Campus range from approximately 114,550 to 383,400. **Application Fee**: THB 3,000 (one-time, non-refundable) **Entrance Fee**: THB 40,000 (one-time, non-refundable) **Registration Deposit**: Pre-N – G6: THB 50,000 (non-refundable; deducted from 2nd semester tuition) **Annual Tuition Fees** Pre-Nursery (S2 only): THB 114,550 Nursery: THB 238,700 K1–K2: THB 254,500 K3: THB 271,800 Grade 1–2: THB 280,
Where is American Pacific International School - Primary Campus located?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus is located in Thailand. The APIS Primary Campus is located at 88 Moo 2, Tawangtan, Saraphi, Chiang Mai 50140, Thailand. It is situated southeast of Chiang Mai city center in a suburban residential area, offering easy access by car or school transport.
Is American Pacific International School - Primary Campus co-educational?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus is a co-educational school. The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.
How do I apply to American Pacific International School - Primary Campus?
The admissions process at American Pacific International School - Primary Campus: 1. Submit a completed application form along with prior school records and documentation. 2. Attend interview and placement testing APIS schedules assessments and/or screening based on the applicant’s age and academic history. 3.
Does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus offer scholarships or financial aid?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus offers scholarships and financial aid. The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.
Does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus offer boarding?
Weekly residential option exists between the Primary Campus and the Main Campus, with weekly boarding running Monday morning to Friday evening and including three meals a day and snacks. Day-student transport between the campuses is available.
What learning support does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus provide?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus provides learning support services. The Primary Campus website does not specify which kinds of SEN are supported, nor does it indicate that it is a specialist SEN institution. However, the school’s Access & Inclusion Policy outlines differentiation, accommodation, interventions, and modifications to support individual learning needs.
Does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
APIS offers an English Language Learning (ELL) programme for students whose first language is not English. At the Primary Years level (Grades 1–6), support includes co‑teaching in core subjects, advising homeroom teachers, and small-group lessons to build language and literacy skills.
What facilities does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus have?
APIS Primary Campus is located at 288 Moo 2, Mae Hia, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand. The campus is part of American Pacific International School and participates in the International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme.
What languages are taught at American Pacific International School - Primary Campus?
English Language Learning (ELL) is an add-on program for students from Grade 5 whose native language is not English. The ELL program has annual fees: 52,500 Baht for Grades 5–6; 63,000 Baht for Grades 7–9; and 68,250 Baht for Grades 10–12. The IB Diploma Programme is offered for Grades 11 and 12.
Who is the head of American Pacific International School - Primary Campus?
The head of school at American Pacific International School - Primary Campus is Stacy Gailey.
How many students attend American Pacific International School - Primary Campus?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus has approximately 400 students. The school serves students from age 3 to 12.
When was American Pacific International School - Primary Campus founded?
American Pacific International School - Primary Campus was founded in 2014. American Pacific International School was founded by Kritsanant Palarit in August 1997, with its first academic year serving Grades 7–10.
What accreditations does American Pacific International School - Primary Campus hold?
Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), ensuring quality comparable with US international educational systems. Offers the IB Continuum: PYP (candidate), MYP, and fully authorised IB Diploma Programme. Licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education.
What is the parent community like at American Pacific International School - Primary Campus?
APISP values parent and family involvement through regular invites to share in student learning via assemblies, community events, and support networks. Families engage via digital platforms like Seesa At APIS the Parent Support Group (PSG) includes all families at the Primary Campus.
