Application Process
Thank you for your interest in RIS Swiss Section – Deutschsprachige Schule Bangkok.
Before starting the online application, please review the key information below to ensure a smooth and successful application process.
How to Enroll
Admission Overview
RIS Swiss Section welcomes students of all nationalities with year-round entry. Non-German speakers are accepted up to Grade 3. From Grade 4 onwards, applicants are required to demonstrate sufficient German language proficiency.
Our admissions team supports families throughout the entire application journey – from initial registration to final enrollment. The online application system guides you step by step through the process.
Step 01
Initial Application
Step 02
Admissions Review
Step 03
Final Application
(including upload of required documents)
Step 04
Final Assessment by the Head of Department
Step 06
Confirmation and Enrollment
Age Requirements
The cut-off date for age eligibility is 31 July.
- Kindergarten: Minimum age of 2 years
- Preschool: Minimum age of 4 years
- Grade 1: Minimum age of 6 years
German Language Requirements
Non-German speakers are welcome to join RIS Swiss Section up to Grade 3 without any prior German knowledge.
From Grade 4 onwards, the following German language proficiency levels are required:
- Grade 4 entry: A1 or equivalent
- Grade 5 entry: A2 or equivalent
- Grade 6 entry: B1 or equivalent
- Grade 9 entry: B2 or equivalent
All language levels are defined in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
RIS Swiss Section offers German language assessments for applicants at an additional cost.
Admission Process
Our Application Management System (AMS) guides parents and guardians through a clear, well-structured, and customer-oriented admissions journey, designed to ensure an efficient and supportive process from the initial application onward. Throughout each stage, families are continuously kept informed about the status of their application, while our admissions team provides individualized support whenever needed.
Where appropriate, trial days, meetings, academic evaluations, and German language assessments may be arranged to ensure the best possible placement for each student.
After payment of the fees, our admissions team continues to support families with the transition and integration process, ensuring a smooth and confident start at RIS Swiss Section.
Step 1: Initial Application (Approx. 5 Minutes)
This first step is designed to be quick and straightforward. Families simply enter the basic details of the student and the parent or guardian, including the intended entry grade and start date.
No supporting documents are required at this stage, making it easy to get started.
Step 2: Admissions Review
Following the admissions review and subject to seat availability, families will be invited to forward a reference letter form to the student’s current school and complete the application.
Step 3: Final Application (Approx. 10 Minutes)
At this stage, families are asked to complete the full application and submit the following supporting documents:
- Student’s passport or Thai birth certificate
- Parent’s passport
- School transcripts
- Language certificates (for non-German speaker Grade 4 and higher)
If special support is required: Electronic copies (scans) of
- Logopedic reports
- Psychological and/or educational evaluations
- Medical certificates
Step 4: Final Assessment by the Head of Department
Our dedicated admissions team will contact families promptly should any clarifications or additional documents be required. Once the application is complete, the Head of Department reviews the student’s suitability for the class and considers how the school can best support the family.
Where appropriate, trial days, meetings, academic evaluations, and German language assessments may be arranged. This personalized process helps us gain a deeper understanding of your child’s strengths, needs, and aspirations, ensuring a well-supported and tailored educational experience.
A trial day may also be offered, allowing your child to experience our dynamic learning environment first-hand.
Step 5: Confirmation and Enrollment
Once the application has been approved by the Head of Department, our Finance Team will contact you and send the invoice. You will also receive enrollment confirmation together with the relevant documents.
The following documents will be provided:
- Invoice
- Hospital Data Check-up Form (with a request to visit a hospital to complete your child’s medical check)
- Tuition and Fees Policy Agreement
- Policy Agreements
Fees and Payment Information
If the approval date is more than two months prior to the entry date, a place can be reserved for your child upon payment of a THB 50,000 deposit, which will be credited towards the first school fee invoice. The full amount will be invoiced one month before the entry date.
Please note:
To complete the enrollment, the following fees have to be paid:
1.Entrance fee (one-time, per student)
- Campus development fund (one-time, per student, refundable) or Registration fee (semestral, per student, non-refundable)
- SEA (Swiss Education Association) membership fee (school yearly, per family)
- Tuition fee per semester
RIS Swiss Section follows a bi-semester academic schedule, with two main learning periods running from August to December and January to June.
To schedule a campus tour, please select the “Tour” option from the menu or reach out to our Admissions team. We look forward to welcoming you, introducing you to our learning community, and providing insights into our safe and engaging environment.
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Explore Our Top-Tier German-Speaking Curriculum
RIS Swiss Section provides an unparalleled educational journey blending Swiss and German curricula, fostering multilingualism, and nurturing a vibrant school community anchored in “EXCELLENCE IN GERMAN-SPEAKING EDUCATION,” while embracing and promoting Swiss and German values.
So that students and graduates are academically empowered, culturally enriched by being instilled with Swiss, German and Austrian value systems such as precision, innovation, inclusivity, and respect for cultural diversity, and globally prepared to lead with integrity and innovation as responsible global citizens in an interconnected world.
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Academic Excellence
We offer a high-quality education that respects the cultural traditions of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.
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Multilingual Skills
Our students gain fluency of German and English, and acquire excellent command in other languages like Thai, French or Spanish.
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Supportive Environment
We create a welcoming and inclusive school community where students feel valued and connected.
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Global Citizenship
We prepare students to be responsible global citizens with the skills and knowledge to navigate a changing world.
