Rugby School Thailand
About Rugby School Thailand
A 450-year British heritage, now in Chonburi
Rugby School Thailand carries forward the name and ethos of Rugby School in England — one of the world's oldest and most famous schools, and the birthplace of rugby football. Its ethos, “The Whole Person, The Whole Point,” shapes every part of life at the Thailand campus: academic rigour sits alongside sport, the arts and character development, not apart from them.
A genuinely global campus in Chonburi's countryside
Set on one of Asia's foremost school campuses in the heart of Chonburi, Rugby School Thailand teaches the full UK National Curriculum in English, with additional English language support available. The student body is a striking 60% international and 40% Thai — a mix that keeps the community genuinely international rather than dominated by any one nationality.
Selective entry, assessed on more than exam results
Rugby is a selective school. Entrance assessments look at three things: academic ability and potential; talents in other fields such as sport, STEAM or music; and qualities of character and interest. A minimum academic and English level is required, but strength in other areas is genuinely taken into account — in keeping with the “Whole Person” ethos.
Places are limited each intake
Rugby School Thailand admits students across the full age range, but popular year groups fill up well ahead of the August intake. British Learning Centre keeps track of live availability with the school and will let you know exactly where things stand for your child's year group.
Seven Houses, British tradition with a Thai twist
From the day they join, every student aged 2 to 18 becomes part of one of Rugby’s seven Houses — five day Houses and two Senior boarding Houses — each carrying the name and crest of a historic House from Rugby School UK (Bradley, Cotton, Griffin, Kilbracken, Whitelaw, School House and Rupert Brooke), paired with a Thai mythological mascot. Regular House lunches, competitions and celebrations build connections right across the school, on an 80-acre campus with four swimming pools, a 750-seat auditorium and its own Outdoor Education Centre.
Part of the Rugby School network
Rugby School Thailand is the Rugby School family's campus in Southeast Asia, carrying forward a nearly 450-year academic tradition into a purpose-built campus in Chonburi — giving students access to the same ethos and standards the UK school is known for.
Placement support from British Learning Centre
As one of our partner schools, we guide your family through the entire Rugby School Thailand admissions process — from an initial consultation and entrance exam preparation, through to arranging a school tour and supporting your child's transition once a place is offered.
A closer look
See the campus for yourself
A playlist of official videos — select any clip to play it in the main player.
How to apply — through British Learning Centre
We manage the enquiry and introduction on your behalf, so you don't have to navigate Rugby School Thailand's admissions process alone.
Term structure
- Term 125 Aug – 10 Dec 2026 · half term 17–25 Oct
- Term 25 Jan – 2 Apr 2027 · half term 13–21 Feb
- Term 320 Apr – 25 Jun 2027 · half term 2 May – 6 Jun
How it works with BLC
- Message British Learning Centre with your child's age and the term you'd like to start at Rugby School Thailand.
- We talk you through the curriculum fit, what the school will be looking for, and what to expect from their process.
- We introduce you directly to Rugby School Thailand's admissions team and arrange your assessment or tour.
- We stay with you right through to enrolment, so you're never dealing with the school's paperwork alone.
Tuition, fees and the exact admissions steps are confirmed directly with your BLC consultant as part of your enquiry — .
Interested in a place at Rugby School Thailand?
Tell us about your child and one of our education specialists will guide you through admissions, entrance exams and a school tour.
- Free initial consultation
- Admissions & entrance exam support
- School tour arranged for you
A few quick questions
Yes — entry is assessed on academic ability and potential, talents such as sport, STEAM or music, and character. A minimum academic and English level is required.
Around 60% of students are international and 40% are Thai, all taught in English with EAL support available where needed.
Term One runs from 25 August to 10 December 2026, followed by Term Two (5 January – 2 April 2027) and Term Three (20 April – 25 June 2027).
Yes — entrance exam and English preparation is part of our placement support for every partner school, including Rugby School Thailand.
Ready to explore Rugby School Thailand?
Book a consultation and we'll help you through every step, from entrance exams to move-in day.