Limited Options for International Education
Krabi is not ideal for expat families with school-age children. Unlike Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or Phuket, Krabi lacks established international schools with IB, British, or American curricula. Most expats in Krabi are digital nomads, retirees, or adventure seekers without children. Families typically choose homeschooling, online international schools, or commute to Phuket's international schools.
⚠️ Important for Families:
Increasingly popular option for expat families in locations without international schools. Accredited programs with live teachers, interactive classes, and recognized diplomas.
Online high school with live classes, university counseling, and full accreditation. WASC accredited with A-Levels and Advanced Placement options. Perfect for high school age students.
US accredited K-12 online school with live teachers and self-paced options. Regionally accredited, established 1974. Good balance of structure and flexibility for digital nomad families.
Private online school with NCAA approval, regional accreditation. Courses for grades K-12 with live classes and recorded lessons. Flexible scheduling works well with beach lifestyle.
Self-directed homeschool programs for parents who want to teach directly. Popular with families seeking flexibility and experiential learning while living in Krabi.
Free comprehensive curriculum for math, science, arts. Videos and practice exercises K-12. Great supplementary resource or primary curriculum for budget-conscious families.
Comprehensive PreK-12 curriculum with automated grading, lesson planning, and record keeping. Cost: $25-50/month per student.
Accredited homeschool program emphasizing experiential learning. Perfect for Krabi's natural environment. Cost: $600-900/year per student.
While not practical for daily commute, some families relocate to Phuket for education or consider weekly boarding options. These are Phuket's top international schools:
Premier British curriculum school in Phuket with boarding options. Ages 18 months to 18 years. IB, IGCSE programs. Excellent facilities including Olympic pool, theater, sports fields.
American curriculum school part of Quality Schools International network. Ages 3-18. AP courses, US accreditation. Smaller class sizes and personalized attention.
British curriculum with focus on holistic development. Ages 18 months to 11 years. Good early years and primary program. More affordable than BISP with quality education.
Well-established Thai-run international school with IB Primary Years Programme. Ages 3-18. More affordable option with good academic standards. Popular with Thai and expat families.
While formal education is limited, Krabi offers unique learning opportunities through its natural environment and adventure activities. Great for experiential homeschooling.
Private swim lessons available at Ao Nang pools and beaches. Essential life skill for coastal living. Cost: 500-800 THB/hour private lesson.
Railay climbing schools offer kids programs (age 6+). Builds confidence, strength, problem-solving. Cost: 1,500-2,500 THB/session.
Several Muay Thai gyms offer kids classes teaching discipline, fitness, Thai culture. Cost: 300-500 THB/class.
Hands-on learning about coral reefs, marine life, conservation through island trips and eco-tours.
Private Thai tutors available in Ao Nang and Krabi Town. Important for cultural integration. Cost: 300-500 THB/hour.
Some private teachers offer music and art lessons. Check Krabi expat Facebook groups for current offerings.