Admissions
Thimphu High School admits students to Grades 7 to 10 as full-time boarders. We look at each child as a whole: academic potential, character, motivation and readiness for life in a residential school.
Who can apply
Places are offered in two Cambridge stages, subject to availability and the school’s admission requirements.
Grades 7–8
Cambridge Lower Secondary
For students entering Grade 7 or Grade 8. A broad and balanced programme that builds strong foundations for IGCSE.
Grades 9–10
Cambridge IGCSE
For students entering Grade 9 or Grade 10 who want to continue their education through internationally recognised IGCSE qualifications.
THS is a fully residential school, so every student boards full time, seven days a week. We also plan to welcome a limited number of students from other countries.
How to apply
The admission process has five steps. The admissions team will guide you through each one, and you can contact us at any point with questions.
- 1Submit an application. Complete the online form or the printed application form, and include the supporting documents listed below.
- 2Pay the registration fee. A non-refundable registration fee of Nu. 10,000 is payable when you submit the application.
- 3Assessment and interaction. Where applicable, applicants sit an entrance assessment in English, Mathematics and other relevant subjects. Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview or interaction with the school.
- 4Admission decision and enrolment. The admissions committee decides on the basis of the overall assessment and the places available. Accepted families pay the non-refundable enrolment fee of Nu. 20,000 and settle school fees within two weeks of acceptance.
- 5Joining THS. Once enrolment is complete, your child takes up their place in class and begins life at Thimphu High School.
Documents to include
Please attach copies of the following to your application. The printed form also asks for the student’s CID number and permanent address as per the census record.
- A recent photograph of the student
- A copy of one parent’s CID
- The student’s health book
- The original transfer certificate from the previous school
- A copy of the student’s latest progress report
What we look for
Admission is not decided by examination results alone. Alongside previous school records, we consider:
- Academic potential appropriate to the grade
- Good conduct, respect for others, responsibility and integrity
- The maturity to live away from home and follow a structured routine
- Interests in sport, the arts, music, culture, leadership or service
- Parents’ support for the school’s philosophy, boarding policies and code of conduct
Fees for the 2027 academic year
The annual fee covers tuition, boarding and residential services, stationery and extracurricular sports training on campus. Fees are paid in two terms.
| Programme | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Lower Secondary Grades 7–8 | Nu. 2,25,000 | Nu. 4,50,000 |
| Cambridge IGCSE Grades 9–10 | Nu. 2,35,000 | Nu. 4,70,000 |
| Registration fee | Nu. 10,000, non-refundable, on application | |
| Enrolment fee | Nu. 20,000, non-refundable, before school starts | |
Charged separately: Cambridge resources and examination fees, uniforms, laundry and field trips. Each student also has a personal allowance of Nu. 5,000 per term, held by the school office.
Questions parents ask
If your question is not answered here, the admissions team will be glad to help.
Do all students board?
Yes. THS is a full-time, seven-day boarding school. Lessons run on weekdays, with afternoons given to sport, service and activities. Saturday mornings are for adventure sports, and Sundays are kept for rest, outings, study and the things students enjoy.
Can parents visit, and can students go home at weekends?
Parents are encouraged to visit the school at weekends and spend the day with their child. To help students make the most of school life, weekend trips to the city are permitted only once a month.
Will my child sit an entrance test?
Where applicable, applicants sit an entrance assessment in English, Mathematics and other relevant subjects. Shortlisted applicants may also be invited for an interview or interaction with the school.
Which curriculum does THS follow?
THS is a registered Cambridge International School (registered school BT006). Students follow Cambridge Lower Secondary in Grades 7 and 8 and Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9 and 10. Dzongkha and Bhutan History are taught as compulsory subjects. See the academic programme.
What do the fees include?
Tuition, boarding and residential services, stationery and extracurricular sports training on campus. Cambridge resources and examinations, uniforms, laundry and field trips are charged separately. See fees and payment.
Are fees refundable?
The registration fee and the enrolment fee are non-refundable. Enrolment is for the full school year, and term fees are not refunded for temporary absence, if a student leaves, or if a student is dismissed for not following school regulations. One full term’s notice is required to withdraw a student.
When are fees due?
New students settle fees within two weeks of acceptance. Term 1 runs from February to June, with payment due by 15 March; Term 2 runs from July to December, with payment due before the end of Term 1.
Ready to apply?
Apply online in a few minutes, or download the printed form and return it with the documents listed above. Admissions email: admission@thimphuhighschool.com. School office: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.