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Yangon is home to 6 international schools, offering families a range of curricula and price points to choose from.
Compare 21 international schools in Yangon, Myanmar. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MMK 31,928,942), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Covenant International School in Yangon is a co-educational, faith-based institution serving students from ages three through Year 13. Founded in 2016, the school follows the British Curriculum, leading directly to Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level examinations. The campus features a dedicated library, a science laboratory, a newly constructed sports complex, and specialized spaces for music and drama. A defining feature of Covenant International School is its explicit integration of a Christian curriculum alongside international educational standards. Additionally, the school provides a specific Bilingual Support program in both the Primary and Secondary stages, assisting students who are developing their English proficiency. The extracurricular program centers on performing arts, with active drama clubs and music tuition, alongside competitive sports teams. Operating with strong community backing, the school relies on volunteer partnerships and scholarship funds to maintain accessible fees for local and expatriate families.
International School of Myanmar (ISM) provides an American-based curriculum culminating in a US High School Diploma and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Located in the Mya Kan Thar Housing area of Yangon, the school serves students from preschool through grade 12. A distinctive feature of ISM is its extensive Community Service program, encompassing initiatives such as "Art from the Heart," "The Alter Eco," and microloan projects, requiring active student participation in local and global issues. The curriculum integrates the US National Core Arts Standards, offering specialized instruction in theater, visual arts, and digital arts. For students requiring English language assistance, ISM operates a dedicated ESOL department adhering to WIDA standards. Secondary students participate in Grade Level Teaming, where core subject teachers collaborate to monitor student progress and coordinate cross-curricular events. The campus features specialized spaces including a swimming pool, sports fields, and dedicated performing arts studios.
The International School Yangon (ISY) offers an educational program from early years through Grade 12. Founded in 1952, the school’s 4-acre campus in the Golden Valley neighborhood features five main buildings, a makerspace, an indoor climbing wall, and a covered swimming pool with timing touch pads. Younger students begin in the Reggio-inspired Chinthe Cubs program. The curriculum then transitions into a U.S.-based framework for elementary and middle school, culminating in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. A distinct feature of ISY is its deep integration of service learning, which is a required thread across all grade levels. Students actively participate in over 17 student-led service groups that partner directly with the local community, such as the initiative where students raised funds to build and support a primary school in a rural village. Additional language offerings include Mandarin, French, Spanish, and Burmese.
Yangon Academy International School is a co-educational day school in Bahan Township, Yangon, instructing students from ages two to 18. The school uses an American-based educational framework, concluding with Advanced Placement (AP) courses in subjects such as AP Pre-Calculus, AP Macroeconomics, and AP Computer Science A for upper secondary students. The campus includes a 30mm futsal artificial turf football pitch, a dedicated athletic space known as Miller's Court, specialized science laboratories, and music and art rooms. All students until Grade 10 participate in a signature Myanmar Studies program, ensuring they actively engage with the local language and culture. Extracurricular offerings feature the One Heart Community Club and Student Council. For technology education, students transition from integrated iPad use in elementary grades to a 1:1 MacBook setup in high school. The school operates with an average class size of 20, maintaining direct student-to-teacher engagement.
SKT International School City Campus, established in 2000 and situated on Pho Sein Road in Yangon, offers an education based on the Cambridge curriculum. The school provides continuous academic progression from early years through Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level examinations. Instruction is entirely in English, with supplementary language options such as Myanmar and Chinese. Students have access to specific facilities, including fully equipped science laboratories, ICT suites, a library, and dedicated sports fields for basketball and football, supporting over ten athletic activities. Class sizes average 18 students, ensuring individual attention. A notable feature of the school is its active participation and hosting of specific events like the annual "Mathemania" competition, which encourages numerical problem-solving across year groups. Extracurricular options include robotics, chess, taekwondo, and pop dance. The campus also emphasizes digital learning, integrating Smart teaching equipment and Google for Education tools into daily lessons.
Wells Yangon Campus is the Yangon arm of Wells International School, part of a five‑campus network with Wells schools in Thailand. Opened in January 2022, the campus began with Pre‑Kindergarten to Grade 3 and plans to upgrade classes year by year. It offers an American Curriculum alongside IB (PYP) components, with Level of Instruction extending from Nursery to Grade 12, and initial operations from Nursery through Grade 5. The Early Childhood program uses Jolly Phonics, Literacy By Design and American Common Core, with two major projects each year instead of examinations. Literacy and numeracy support is provided by Raz‑Kids and McGraw‑Hill My Math. Physical education includes swimming, soccer and basketball, supervised by teachers and trainers. The campus sits in a newly designed building featuring roomy classrooms, a palatial library, a swimming pool, an art room, a science lab, a gym, and a dance studio, plus an indoor primary playground and on‑site meals. Location: No.50 Pyay Road, 6.5 Miles, Ward 11, Hlaing Township, Yangon. It is the sister campus of Wells International School in Thailand and can accommodate up to 400 students.
SKT International School Riverside Campus is a co-educational day school in Yangon, Myanmar, serving around 200 students from ages 3 to 19. The school integrates the Cambridge curriculum with the International Baccalaureate framework. Students progress through the IB Primary Years Programme, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme. The campus features specific learning spaces, including science laboratories, ICT rooms, a library, and art and music studios. Physical education is supported by a football field, basketball courts, and a swimming pool. A unique feature of SKT Riverside is its structured Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) program. Students engage in practical initiatives such as sustainable farming experiences with local agriculturalists, teaching English at a nearby orphanage, and building furniture in bamboo workshops to donate. These concrete projects require students to apply classroom concepts directly to tangible community needs in Myanmar.
Pride International School Myanmar (PISM) is a day school following the British Curriculum for students aged 2.5 to 18. The school utilizes the Early Years Foundation Stage framework before transitioning into the Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level pathways. English serves as the primary language of instruction, complemented by mandatory Myanmar language classes to ensure cultural connection. A defining feature of PISM is their “Big 4 Cs” initiative, which teaches students to take care of themselves, others, their learning, and to act as good citizens. The curriculum is supplemented by an Enrichment Programme offering specialized activities like beginner’s French, needlework, piano, and ICT. Practical learning occurs in science laboratories, an art and design studio, and an ICT suite, while physical education utilizes the multi-purpose hall and small swimming pool. Families can utilize a Seat Deposit Programme to secure their child’s enrollment for the following academic year.
Myanmar International School Yangon (MISY), established in August 2009, is situated in Yankin Township. MISY instructs students from Nursery through Year 13 using the English National Curriculum, followed by Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level examinations. To support non-native English speakers, the school runs a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) program utilizing the WIDA diagnostic test for individualized instruction. The campus provides specialized classrooms for art, music, and computing. Students can participate in unique cultural programs like the Myanmar Traditional Sports club focused on Chin Lone, alongside other clubs such as 3D printing and sign language. In addition to core subjects, all Primary students take classes in Mandarin, Myanmar language, and Myanmar Humanities. The student council actively organizes academic and social events. MISY is an accredited Council of International Schools (CIS) member. The school maintains a maximum class size of 23 students in most grades, requiring CEM testing during admissions.
Myanmar International School (MIS) in Yangon offers an educational pathway from Early Years to Sixth Form, utilizing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Cambridge frameworks. Students progress through Cambridge Primary, Checkpoint, IGCSE, and A-Level examinations. The campus includes a covered sports court for basketball and badminton, an all-weather outdoor pitch, and dedicated studios for dance and music. High school students benefit from specialized physics, chemistry, and biology laboratories equipped with individual workstations. A distinct feature of MIS is its integration of local culture, prominently through the "Buddhism of Myanmar people" club, where students study regional customs and learn basic Pali vocabulary. Extracurricular options range from a World Scholar’s Cup preparation group to Coding and Robotics. Pastoral support includes a Peer Counseling Club. MIS emphasizes specific, measurable development in subjects like Enterprise and Computer Science, preparing students factually and methodically for their university transitions.
Royal British International School (RBIS) Myanmar, located in Yangon’s Yankin Township, welcomes students from ages 3 to 18. The school integrates the Cambridge International Curriculum—from Primary through IGCSE and A-Levels—with an International Baccalaureate (IB) Candidate status for the Primary Years and Diploma Programmes. RBIS emphasizes a strong fusion of academics and the creative arts. Classrooms are equipped with interactive learning technologies, including ultra-HD touchscreens and virtual reality tools. Students can engage in the RBIS Scholarship Programme, which combines academic studies with distinct opportunities in sports and arts. Beyond standard academics, the school provides over 20 extracurricular clubs, such as the Royal Filmmakers Circle, Young Entrepreneurs Club, and RBIS Dance Company. A notable initiative is the school's active Memorandums of Understanding with international institutions like AIHM College, facilitating global student exchanges, workshops, and shared learning seminars that prepare graduates for international opportunities.
Welcome to Singapore International School (SIS) Myanmar in Yangon, a campus established in 2020 through a strategic partnership with the International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group). Operating within the SIS Group of Schools network, SIS Myanmar instructs students using a blended project-based model. It integrates the Singapore curriculum and Cambridge program across preschool, primary, and secondary levels. Our Thingangyun Township campus houses specific student amenities, including a large outdoor competition-size swimming pool, computer and science labs, art studios, and dedicated performance corners designed to encourage collaborative work. A distinctive feature of SIS Myanmar is the "Learning Journeys" initiative, an experiential program where students travel within and outside the country to apply classroom theories to real-world scenarios. Furthermore, the school implements the PACE life-skills framework. Students also participate in Model United Nations to study global issues and develop debate skills.
Brainworks International School in Yangon offers a supportive, globally focused learning experience for students aged 2 to 19. Across its various city campuses, the school delivers a structured pathway combining the Cambridge curriculum (Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Levels) with the IB Diploma Programme. A defining feature of Brainworks is its "TOTAL Approach," which embeds five core curriculums into daily student life: academic content, learning-to-learn strategies, personal growth, physical wellness, and community service. Students benefit from classrooms equipped with interactive smartboards and targeted educational software to support subjects like STEM and languages. The school is notably recognized for its active science department, which hosts the signature "Science This Week" initiative and annual science fairs. Beyond academics, students participate in community service projects, debate clubs, and outdoor nature camps. English is the primary language of instruction, with additional language classes available in Myanmar, Chinese, and German.
Network International School in Yangon provides an education for students aged 2 to 18 across two dedicated campuses. The school delivers the British Curriculum, progressing from the Early Years Foundation Stage through to Cambridge IGCSEs and A-Levels. A defining feature of Network is its official partnership with English Premier League club Southampton F.C., which supports a structured football development program for students. Academically, the school implements the High Performance Learning framework and a distinct Study Skills Curriculum to foster independent thinking and effective revision habits. The Mayangone secondary campus features specific learning areas including fully equipped science laboratories, a modern Sixth Form Centre, and active physical education infrastructure such as an astroturf pitch, a competitive swimming pool, and a large indoor sports hall. As a BSO-accredited institution, Network ensures clear, measurable educational milestones alongside a wide variety of extracurricular activities ranging from Model United Nations to coding, climbing, and robotics.
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