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INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS GUIDE
F rom N u rser y to Secondar y Levels
Cultivating the Future
6 th E d i tion, Updated for 2020
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8 Editor’s Letter 32 Resources and Support for
Students with Learning
Challenges
10 The Value of an
International School Education
38 The Guardian Visa Option for
non-Thai Residents
16 Choosing Your Child’s First School
40 How to Use this Guide
20 STEM Education in the Spotlight
45 Maps
24 The Power of Play
in the Early Years
52 International School Directory
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E D ITO R ' S L E T T E R
Dear Parents,
Welcome to the BKKkids.com 2020 International Schools are more than where we send our children to read and
Guide! write - they are places to explore the world, consider new
perspectives, grow as individuals and become global
citizens.
This year’s publication marks our 6th edition of the Guide.
We have strived to stay up to date with the ever-
expanding international school landscape in Bangkok We sincerely hope that this publication will provide you
and create a publication that is exceedingly useful for with an easy to use, but powerful tool when considering
those seeking to make educational decisions for their your selection of an international school. Beyond the
children now, or in the near future. directory, our editorial section covers a variety of topics
relevant to your decision making about your children’s
education. We have also included learning support
An international school education is increasingly valuable
resources for the English-speaking community,
in our rapidly changing, hyper-connected world. In
recognising that not every student fits into a mainstream
Bangkok, we are spoiled for choice, with a number of
education model or teaching method.
schools providing early years to secondary education
under a diverse array of programmes and curricula.
Whether you are in Bangkok for a short stint or for the
long haul, we wish you the best in your children’s
International schools offer local and expatriate children
educational journey.
seemingly boundless opportunities by adopting specific
curriculum (e.g. International Baccalaureate, British,
American, among others) infused with global context and Martin Penrai
multicultural learning environments. International schools
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The choice of an international school in Bangkok has Among Bangkok’s international schools, there are several
never been as vast or varied and the number of parents main educational programmes available, namely, the
selecting an international education for their children American/Advanced Placement (AP); British/A Level; and
continues to grow. As our global community becomes International Baccalaureate (IB). All are internationally
more entertwined and the need for critical thinking recognised qualifications for major universities anywhere
outside of the standard educational box assumes an in the world. Individual national curricula, such as
important focus, more families are looking towards Singaporean, Australian, Canadian, French and German
international schools. In a world embracing diverse systems, are also available within the city in fewer
T H E VA L U E O F A N cultures and emerging technology, it’s important for numbers but with equal benefit and value.
students to have the necessary skills to collaborate and
I NT E R N AT I O N A L innovate. The choice of schools include both non-profit and private
schools run by independent organisations and global
SC H O O L E D UC AT I O N International schools are home to children of many
nationalities and offer excellent exposure to different
education groups. Irrespective of the individual structure,
they all offer curriculums focused on the progression and
cultures. They provide a classroom environment that facil- development of learning, from early years to pre-universi-
By Simon Deux itates cross cultural sharing and give students more ty levels. In many cases across Bangkok, schools offer a
opportunity to develop, adapt and become more versatile combination of curricula in the secondary/high schools
learners. years. This provides favourable circumstances for
different educational pathways and a wider choice for
For transient expatriate families, international schools further education.
offer many advantages including minimising the disrup-
tion to students education and providing similar educa- All schools focus on local culture and values as well as
tional environments. Classes in international schools are authentic experiences related to the developing world.
usually taught in English with academic results being Such schools are balancing academics with performing
recognised by universities worldwide. Some school and creative arts, music, STEM education, a wide
provide boarding facilities, where others operate as day selection of sports, and offer students a varied and
schools and many have pre-school programmes at- comprehensive learning pathway. We explore each of the
tached. major curricula and their attributes in greater detail below.
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AMERICAN B R IT IS H
CURRICULUM CURRICULUM
The common themes of enquiry-based learning and A British education is based on the English or British Established over 60 years ago, the Advanced Level
community and more, with the goal of equipping students National Curriculum. In Britain, education is compulsory programme has been the primary qualification for further
student-centred learning and planning underpin the
with the skills they need for the 21st century. for children between the ages of 5 and 16, with clear education in the United Kingdom, a tried and tested
American curriculum. A typical American international
school starts with entry to Kindergarten at age 5 (or a provision made for students, based on their ages, in model, often referred to as the “Gold Standard” by global
Standardised tests are used as evidence of learning for specific developmental Key Stages. A defined curricu- universities. An A Level programme offers depth and
nursery programme for younger children), usually with an
students enrolled in American international schools lum accompanies each Key Stage, with clear assess- breadth through a challenging and academic learning
age cut-off in the fall, around August to September.
around the world. Many universities internationally require ments and examinations to monitor and track each path. Typically, students choose three or four subjects in
Students study through to Grade 12; upon completion,
students to take the SAT or ACT tests for consideration child’s progress. Each Key Stage encompasses core their first year of study (Year 12 in the UK curriculum)
they earn a High School Diploma, which is accepted
during the university admissions process. subjects, including English, mathematics, science and before narrowing to three in the second year (Year 13).
criteria for entrance by American universities and
colleges as well as institutions of higher learning across information technology, as well as foundation subjects in Students focus on subjects where their abilities, passions
High school students may enrol in Advanced Placement the humanities, creative and performing arts, modern and strengths lie.
the world.
(AP) courses, which are offered by several schools in languages and physical education.
Bangkok. A programme created by the College Board It is also worth noting that other curricula from Common-
This education system encompasses core subject matter
over 60 years ago, AP courses offer college-level Students study the International version of the General wealth nations, such as the Singaporean curriculum,
standards and learning indicators recognised by one of
curricula and examinations to high school students in a Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) over the two offer their students the IGCSE and A Levels in addition to
six education accreditation departments in the US,
wide variety of content areas. The benefits are to chal- years of Key Stage 4, from the age of 14 to 16. This their own combination of core and elective subjects.
including the Western Association of Schools and
lenge students in a rigorous curriculum, strengthen their includes core and elective subjects. Upon completion of Core subjects include English, Chinese, mathematics,
Colleges (WASC) and New England Association of
university applications, and offer the flexibility for stu- Key Stage 4, students sit for the IGCSE examinations, a combined humanities and science. Like other systems,
Schools and Colleges (NEASC). To gain accreditation,
dents to select a variety of courses or focus on a specific formal assessment of the child’s attainment of his or her these ensure that students experience a broad-based
the school’s curriculum must be in line with the standards
subject in greater depth. Many American and internation- compulsory education. Students planning to attend and balanced education while the electives cater to a
determined by the organisation. This course of study is
al colleges and universities (including in the UK and university continue onto Key Stage 5 to complete two range of interests and abilities.
bolstered by a wide range of co-curricular and after
Canada) may grant placement and course credit to years of advanced courses, comprised of A Level
school activities, from music to sports, volunteering in the
students who obtain high scores on the AP examinations. courses and/or the IB in Years 12 and 13.
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IB PROGRAMMES
AND IB WORLD
SCHOOLS
The IB system is becoming a prevalent choice interna- Along with cognitive development, IB programmes
tionally, with the hope that IB students, in the words of the address students’ role in local and global communities.
International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO), will Study of a foreign language is required to complete the
become active, compassionate lifelong learners who course. Secondary school students may choose to
“help to build a better world through intercultural under- pursue the full IB Diploma, individual IB courses, or a
standing and respect”. There are three IB programmes combination of IB and regular courses offered by the
for students aged 3 to18 years, including the IB Primary school. Each course of study can be chosen purely down
Years Programme or PYP (ages 3 to 11); the IB Middle to the academic goals of the individual student. Like the
Years Programme or MYP (ages 11 to 16); and the IB AP, taking IB courses is a means of challenging students
Diploma Programme (ages 16 to 18) or IB Career Path while adding credentials and enhancing the quality of
(16 to 19). learning to their overall academic portfolio.
IB World Schools may offer one, two or all three IB When considering the various curricula, first consider the
programmes. For example, an IB World School may abilities, needs and potential university plans of the
provide primary or secondary education according to a individual student in order to create maximum benefit.
national curriculum (American, British, etc.) but only offer The combination of curricula certainly offers more varied
the IB Diploma for its pre-university students. Some learning – and a challenging education to those wishing
international schools may also offer IB courses alongside to take that path. On a broader level, the high academic
A Levels and AP classes. standards and co-curricular activities offered by interna-
tional schools enrich students with a global outlook and
The IB programme promotes hands-on learning through skill set that fully prepare them for the future.
all of its stages, from the early years to secondary school.
For older students, Personal projects are integrated into
different subjects and encourage students to explore
their own interests. Also, other components of the
curriculum include Theory of Knowledge (TOK), designed
to encourage secondary students to reflect on the
acquisition of knowledge; an extended essay; and
creativity, action and service (CAS), which affords the
opportunity to learn from experience by engaging in real
tasks.
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In deciding where to send your children to school, you
need to consider many factors including language,
CHOOSING location, cost and the programmes of curricula offered.
Identify your priorities in terms of a school near
your home or office and how convenient this will be for
In Bangkok there are an overwhelming amount of
YOUR CHILD’S
travel. Moving around Bangkok can be a slow and
choices and this can sometimes feel like a daunting task.
frustrating journey which is why many families choose to
Below we have given you some considerations to help
live within close proximity to the school.
F I R ST SC H O O L guide you through this important selection process.
Next is the choice of specific curriculum, an IB world
school, the British or American curriculum and if you
By Roszalie Chidwick need a school that offers a pre-school for younger
children as well as the secondary years.
All school admission offices and web pages display a full
list of yearly tuition fees so it’s a good idea to check
these in advance. They will also show the additional
costs for extra requirements such as, ESL (English
second language) classes and school bus transporta-
tion.
2 Time to now make a shortlist of the schools that
meet your individual needs. It’s a good idea to speak to
other people with children attending the schools. Word of
mouth is extremely helpful and you will find families
usually won’t recommend a place unless they have had a
positive experience. A visit is the best way to determine
whether a school is right for your child. Even a short visit
will help you identify a school’s strengths and challenges.
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3 Visiting the schools you select is an incredibly
important part of the selection process and try to always
is accredited, what their child safeguarding policy is and
what learning support they offer throughout the school.
visit during school hours. All schools will offer an It’s also a good idea to request a sample of the school
accompanied tour of the schools facilities, sports arenas calendar and, for older students, sample of a school
and cafeterias. You may request to visit specific year timetable to determine the duration and amount of
level classrooms to get a better feel of the size and classes per day.
nature of the classes. Here you can observe the teacher
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to student ratio, if teaching assistants are present, look at
samples of class work and generally see if the students
are engaged and happy. Do apply to several schools in order to keep
your options open. Most schools will have a wait list
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based on different factors, year level, nationality and if
any extra learning support is required. The school
A good idea is to come prepared with a list of admissions department will be able to determine if
questions for the school administrators, school hours, spaces are available immediately or the length of any
food choices, uniform requirements and opportunities for waiting list. You can also periodically enquire if more
creative play and extra curricular activities. You may also spaces have become available and discuss options of
request a meeting with the relevant heads of school to joining in term 1 or 2 if the school is able to only accom-
enquire into the schools mission statement and creden- modate you later in the academic year.
tials for the schools faculty. Consider whether the school
18First let’s start with the definition of STEM. It A lesson or unit in a STEM class is typically based
stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. around finding solutions to real life problems where
STEM is important because our world depends on it. importance is focused on project based learning. A good
STEM pervades every part of our lives, from the phones STEM lesson ensures the students understand and make
we talk on, to the cars we drive and the doctors we visit. connections to world issues and learn to collaborate
STEM education integrates concepts that are usually using critical thinking and brain storming ‘out of the box’
taught as separate subjects, it emphasises the applica- ideas to draw conclusions and make connections.
tion of knowledge to real-life situations. It seeks to raise
students awareness of how STEM fields affect their daily Indra Nooyi, CEO of Pepsi, had this to say during one of
lives and seeks to excite and engage them in possible her podcasts discussing the value of STEM;
future careers in STEM related fields.
“One of the things that my experience has taught me is
According to research carried out by the U.S Department that if you are trained as a scientist in your youth -
of Education in 2014, only 16% of high school seniors are through your high school and college - if you stay with
proficient in math and wish to persue a STEM degree, the STEM disciplines, you can learn pretty much all of the
despite the knowledge that many new and highly paid subjects as you move along in life. And your scientific
T H E I M P O RTA NC E O F jobs available in the future are in STEM related fields. At disciplines play a very important role, and ground you
the moment there is a severe under representation of very well as you move into positions of higher and higher
ST E M A N D ST E A M both women and minorities in STEM fields with over 2.4
million STEM jobs projected to go unfulfilled this year
authority, whatever the job is.
I N E D UC AT I O N alone. It’s very hard to learn science later on in life. One of the
pleas I would have for most young people today is, ‘stay
Careers in STEM related fields are vast and diverse and with STEM as long as you can.”
By Roszalie Chidwick encouraging this area of regard is essential for the
survival of our global economy which will rely on people As we move further into the new advances in education
capable of fulfilling these career pathways. STEM isn’t the new buzz word, what about STEAM?
According to UNESCO, the European Parliament Another acronym commonly encountered alongside
forecasted around 7 million new STEM jobs by 2025 in STEM includes STEAM – where the ‘A’ refers to arts, as
Europe alone. The challenge that evolving education an equally important part of the STEM concept. The
faces is how to capture students interest in STEM related argument for this is that the arts, including liberal arts,
subjects. fine arts, music, design and language arts, are all critical
to innovation. Also, the artistic and design-related skills
as well as the thinking processes should be incorporated,
where appropriate, to enhance student learning in STEM.
20 21The STEM VS STEAM movement has started taking root part of progressive education. STEAM is a way to take
for the past several years and is now surging forward in the benefits of STEM and now complete the package by
education as a positive mode to meet the needs of the integrating these principals in and through the arts. By
21st century. While continued research has been done including STEAM into new curriculum it allows students
on the importance of STEM, it can miss several important to connect their learning in critical areas together with
components that employers have voiced as critical for artistic elements and design principals.
our children to thrive in a rapidly approaching future.
In the time of Leonardo Da Vinci art and science had not
Without a dout STEM education creates critical thinkers, yet matured to the state in which they exist today, they
increases science literacy and enables the next genera- coexisted naturally. Moving forward in education it’s
tion of innovators. However, educators now realise the inspiring to see that current practices in scientific
importance of not only the innovation for new products research have much to gain by involving artists in the
and engineering for new roads but the design of new process early and often. Artists serve as great partners in
bridges and the frameworks for science to tackle global the communication of scientific research and when we
changing weather patterns. This is the very reason why can encourage our students too embrace the importance
STEM and STEAM play such an important and integral of both, we can expect them to navigate us further into
the unknown.
22E A R LY Y E A R S Your child’s early years education is more than a
C R E AT E
preparation for primary school - it is a key time for the
AND EXPLORE
E D UC AT I O N : holistic development of a child’s social, emotional,
cognitive and physical needs in order to create a solid
T H E P O W E R O F P L AY and broad foundation for lifelong learning and wellbeing. Playful learning enables young children to have a higher
It is in their early years where children establish an degree of autonomy and the ideology around play-based
understanding of their world, social and language skills, learning stems from encouraging young children to
By Ana Morales and the ability to approach problems and work with create and explore based on their own choices. This
others. The early years foundation stage is catagorised allows a child to decide what they want to do and how
from birth to 5 years old and much emphasis has been they want to spend their time and the role of the adult or
placed on the importance of learning through play. educator is focused on overseeing and facilitating
activities.
There are many different areas of ‘play’ that are explored
within this ideology, all with benefits to the child and
created to maximise what the child gains from the
activity. Much of the play involved is sensory and
improvisatory, engaging children to pursue their creative
instincts and curiosity through uninhibited hands-on
discovery. Active play fosters creativity and imagination
and encourages pre-literacy skills, it appeals to children’s
natural curiosity and a desire to engage in experiences
based on their interests and strengths.
24 25Examples of such learning activities include:
• Messy play is creative, allowing children to explore their
imagination and express feelings with anything from mud • Outdoor play supports children’s problem solving skills
and paints to dried beans and playdough. Using materi- and nurtures their creativity and resourcefulness. This
als with different textures can help children get used to gives children an opportunity to interact with the elements
different sensations. around them in an outdoor environment. This can involve
climbing trees and digging in the dirt, to growing food
• Water play encourages the development of eye/hand and experiencing animals in their own surroundings and
coordination through pouring, squeezing and squirting. It learning about their habitats and life cycles.
allows children to explore movement, sounds, and
textures from water in its various forms. • Creative play is a vital part of childhood and child
development. Through using their imagination in different
• Sound and music play involves listening to songs, mediums they can explore their specific and unique
singing, dancing with props, making music by hitting qualities and develop skills to enable them to share their
simple instruments or household objects and making thoughts, feelings and ideas.
discoveries about themselves and the world around
them. It assists in developing a larger vocabulary and • Movement play helps children practise physical skills
appreciation for music. Musical play has been deter- and helps develop muscles and an understanding of how
mined as a vital component in building emotional the body works and its capacity for different actions.
intelligence. Music builds intimacy, in the same way Confidence grows as she climbs higher or he runs faster,
lullabies soothe and relax babies, musical play can movement in play is essential in keeping children healthy
develop neural pathways necessary for listening and and is good for both their bodies and brains.
communicating and the ability to self-soothe.
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REGGIO EMELIA
Montessori is a method of education that is based on
Children and teachers are viewed as capable, resource-
self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collabora-
ful researchers, interested in inquiring seriously into the
tive play. The classrooms are open environments where
world around them. The belief is that children learn more
children are free to pursue a range of activities and
when they are guided and supported rather than when
make their own creative choices with teachers to guide
they are instructed. The program is based on the
the process. “In a Montessori environment, children are
principals of respect, responsibility and community
offered a variety of didactic materials and activities that
through exploration.
engage the whole child - mind and body. When children
have the freedom to choose activities they are interested
Such thoughtful engagement includes working through
in and use their entire bodies in the learning process,
T H E I M P O RTA NC E they become focused, develop concentration along with
theories, thoughts, feelings and values in multiple modes
OF FUN specific skills,” explains Serene Jiratanan, School
of representation, such as drawing, dance, wire, clay,
music, painting, light and shadow, design and building,
Director & Principal, Montessori Academy Bangkok
and more. It includes teachers inquiring into children’s
Be it an American, British, German or another curriculum, “We know that every child in our care has different International School (MABIS).
thinking and understanding, they invite children to revisit
the learning of communication and language; personal, interests and curiosities that go beyond the classroom These early skills lead to reading, writing, advanced
documentation, and study documentation in-order to
social and emotional development; literacy; maths; and into the wider world,” adds Hannah Hart, Head of mathematics, problem solving, geography, science and
propel the curriculum further.
understanding the world; and expressive arts and design Early Years, St. Andrews International School, Sathorn. cultural studies. Visual arts, music and movement are
all revolve around playful exploration. “Our role as facilitators of play is to nurture these, interwoven throughout the days’ activities. Teachers play
encouraging children to uncover new possibilities, the role of a guide, demonstrating the use of learning
“We work fully child-centric and regard free play as a perhaps for the very first time. However, finding these materials, and observer, acting as a link between the
core pillar of development,” says Jena Matson, a head possibilities is not an easy task. It requires the ability to children, suitable materials and their immediate sur-
teacher at Sprouts, a childcare and learning centre make links, find new ways to do things and to be roundings.
based on the original German Kindergarten model. independent in decision-making, and this is hard work.
“Instead of guiding your child within a closed framework, Open-ended play is integral to fostering these important
we encourage children to develop individually at their characteristics for lifelong learning, as long as we give
own pace. We believe that this leads to greater indepen- plenty of time, space and purpose to let the play unfurl
dence, growth of an intrinsic interest to learn, and a more and for imaginations to flourish.”
positive self-image.”
The options of hands-on learning in the early years are
prevalent. More specialised curriculums that focus on
learning through play, which are available in Bangkok,
include:
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YEARS
F O R E ST L E T T H E M P L AY !
SCHOOLING The academic essence of such learning takes a back
seat to the broader gains. By engaging in an activity of
Forest schooling is an outdoor education model in which
their choice, the child gains the opportunity to understand
students visit natural spaces to learn personal, social,
and determine what happens next and why, be that
technical skills and how to manage risks in an outdoor
problem solving, investigating, aiding other children, or
setting. The core of the program reflects an inspirational
using their imagination.
process that offers all learners regular opportunities to
achieve and develop confidence and self-esteem
“The best learning comes from when children are given
through hands-on learning experiences in a woodland or
the time, space and freedom to initiate and develop their
natural environment with trees. Forest schools seek to
own play. As Early Years teachers it is our job to facilitate
encourage, motivate, engage and inspire children in a
and provide opportunities and resources; however, the
nature filled environment.
children themselves are the ones who are able to extend
their play in ways that we as adults couldn’t even plan for
“Growing research has shown the importance of play
or imagine,” says Kate Shaffer, Head of Early Years, St.
outside the classroom; in a purposeful and challenging
environment, this provides essential learning opportuni-
Andrews International School, Sukhumvit 107. “Child-led INFANT CLASSES LEARN TO SWIM
play lays rich foundations for all areas of children’s 3 months ~ 3 years 3 years +
ties for children,” explains Parityada Punthapong,
development, including their social interactions, language
Co-founder and Director of Outdoor School Bangkok.
“Parents or caregivers can deny children the opportunity
and communication development, creativity, and problem Sukhumvit 39 Soi Klang Racquet Club
for learning and development in outdoor play, replacing
solving. Play really is the basis for everything. Play is Yenakart St Andrews Sathorn
it with the fear of what might go wrong. For some children
learning.” Udomsuk Yenakart
this can create risks itself, with children making the
Thonburi (2020) Sukhumvit 39
wrong decisions as a result of insufficient experience of
Udomsuk
managing risk.”
Thonburi (2020)
Some of the activities offered at Bangkok Forest include
natural and open-ended resources, sensory play, den
building, pond dipping, bug hunting as well as a variety
of art and craft activities, singing and story time. Accredited by
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RESOURCES IN
BANGKOK Learning support resources for English-speaking families in Bangkok continue to grow. From assessments and
specialist consultations to education and life skills programs, the following providers address the needs of children,
adolescents and young adults who require a non-mainstream, more individualised approach. Several international
schools are also offering such services, reflecting an inclusive education model.
Bangkok International Life Skills Centre Center for Autism Recovery and
(BILC) Education (CARE)
106/1 Sukhumvit 65 Road, Phrakanong Nuea, Wattana, 168/1 Thai Eye Center, Charoenrat Road, Bangkholeam,
Bangkok 10110 Bangkok 10120
02 381 7587-8 02 689 1818, 098 749 8793
infobilcbkk@gmail.com centerautismthai@gmail.com
www.bilcbkk.com www.carethaiautism.com
A learning centre for children with special educational Affiliated with the Center for Autism and Related Disor-
needs (SEND), BILC utilises a child-centric multidisci- ders (CARD) from the US, CARE works with parents in
plinary approach from special educational teachers, providing the highest quality therapy, helping children on
speech and language pathologists, occupational the spectrum overcome obstacles, be independent and
therapists and more. engage with society.
32 33Learning and Educational Advocacy North Light Center for Special Needs
Program (LEAP) Children
leapbangkok@gmail.com 116/6 Rama 6 Soi 39 Road, Samsennai, Phyathai,
www.leapbangkok.wordpress.com Bangkok 10400
084 728 3492, 02 271 4455
LEAP is a parent-run group that provides parents with info@northlightcenter.com
support and information regarding their children’s special www.northlightcenter.com
concerns including (but not limited to) learning difficul-
ties, developmental delays, sensory integration issues, This early intervention centre offers two areas of care: 1.
attention deficit and autistic spectrum disorder. Providing ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) and VB
(Verbal Behaviour) intervention for children with delayed
development across all spectrums; and 2. Teaching
Little Sprouts Children’s Centre spoken language using Auditory Verbal practice for
109/1 Soi Thonglor 5, Sukhumvit Soi 55, Klongtan Nuea, children with hearing loss.
Wattana, Bangkok 10110
02 712 5204
info@littlesproutscentre.com Rainbow Room
www.littlesproutscentre.com 11/13 Thonglor 25, Sukhumvit Soi 55, Klongtan Nuea,
Wattana, Bangkok 10110
Communication Literacy Universal Edu- The Expat Speechie Little Sprouts Children’s Centre is a private child develop- 02 023 2396
ment centre that offers clinical, developmental hello@therainbowroom.org
cation (CLUE) Early Intervention Centre contact@theexpatspeechie.com
www.theexpatspeechie.com and educational services, based on a multidisciplinary www.facebook.com/specialrainbow
43 Rama 9 Soi 29, Huamark, Bang Kapi, Bangkok 10240
approach, to children of all abilities.
088 699 1915, 094 924 9115
The Expat Speechie is a website resource that provides The Rainbow Room is a special needs awareness,
info@cluecentre.com
tips, strategies and information to support parents of Merak Clinic education and support organisation for parents who
www.cluecentre.com
children with speech and language difficulties. 146/5 Tiwanon Road, Tasrai, Muang, Nonthaburi 11000 have children with behavioural and developmental
02 589 4582 challenges, including Down Syndrome and autism
CLUE EI Centre’s speech-language pathologists evaluate
merakclinic@hotmail.com spectrum disorder, among others.
and provide intervention for children and adolescents
The Ideal Classroom www.merakclinic.com
with various communication disorders, including difficul-
ties with language, articulation, auditory processing, Dr. Faye Morgan-Rose, BA, PGCE, Dip Psych, MA, Ap.
Ed and Child Psy. D Merak Clinic is a child and adolescent mental health Rose Marie Academy
verbal apraxia, voice, resonance and fluency (stuttering).
Educational and Child Psychologist (UK) centre that provides a multidisciplinary, team based 9/932-933 Nichada Thani, Samakee Road, Pakkret,
094 390 6960 approach for children and adolescents with developmen- Nonthaburi 11120
tal delays, learning problems, and emotional and 02 960 3663
Dyslexia Thailand theidealclassroom@icloud.com
www.theidealclassroom.co.uk adjustment issues. rma@rose-marie.ac.th
94 Udomsuk Road, Nong Bon, Pravet, Bangkok 10250
www.rose-marie.ac.th
02 399 5400
info@dyslexiainthailand.com The Ideal Classroom offers cognitive/academic/play-
based/exam access assessments, and dyslexia/ Rose Marie Academy is an inclusive school with special
www.dyslexiainthailand.com
dyscalculia/dysgraphia diagnosis in children, young support services and a full-time licensed clinical psychol-
people and adults. ogist to provide interventions and consultations to
Dyslexia Thailand runs an Orton Gillingham programme,
students with learning differences and communication
a method of teaching for dyslexia, at St. Andrews
needs.
International School (Sukhumvit 71/Ekamai).
34 35STA Learning Support Services Centre Village International Education (VIE)
(STA-LSSC) 14 Sukhumvit Soi 42, Phrakanong, Klongtoey, Bangkok
High School Campus, St. Andrews International School 10110
Bangkok, 02 391 4455
1020 Sukhumvit Road, Phrakanong, Khlongtoey, Bang- info@viecentre.com
kok 10110 www.viecentre.com
lscc@standrews.ac.th
www.standrews.ac.th VIE offers a wide range of in-school and outreach
support, including a life skills programme, for children
Headed by Dr. Damith Woods, Clinical Child Psycholo- with various learning challenges such as language
gist and Clinical Neuropsychologist, STA-LSSC is a delays, dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder and Down
child-centred integrative treatment service providing Syndrome.
screening, assessment and therapy, supported by
counsellors, speech and language therapists, art
therapists, clinical social workers, OTs and special
education specialists.
Steps with Theera
29/9 Ekamai Soi 10, Sukhumvit 63, Klongtan Nuea, Watta-
na, Bangkok 10110
02 381 6590
info@stepswiththeera.com
www.stepswiththeera.com
Steps with Theera is a vocational training centre for
young people and adults with special educational needs,
as well as for those who benefit from an alternative,
flexible pathway. The focus is on skills for independence,
skills for life and skills for employment, with trainees
gaining UK accredited qualifications alongside work
based learning in their cafe, office and art space.
36Visa’s are a constant topic in the Ex Pat community. In In this case, Guardian Visa’s are available to parents of
this article we offer an overview of the Guardian Visa – an children studying in formally recognized schools. The
viable alternative for those families who would like to live child themselves will need to obtain a ‘Non-Immigrant ED’
and thrive in Bangkok, but are not Thai citizens and are (education) visa which will be granted based on the
T H E G U A R D I A N V IS A O PT I O N not connected to a Thai employer. school confirming their enrollment. Once the child’s visa is
issued the parents of the child will then be able to apply
F O R N O N -T H A I R E S I D E NT S For many, the Visa issue is straight forward. If one parent for a ‘Non-Immigrant O’ visa based on being the guardian
will be employed by a Thai company or an organization of a student studying in Thailand.
legally registered in Thailand, then it is highly likely that
By Chris Larkin
all family members will have their visa’s connected as While any reputable international school is able to provide
dependents of the working parent. you with the appropriate paperwork for this, there are two
main things to know. First, is that it requires 500,000 baht
But what if things aren’t as straight forward as that? For to be deposited in a Thai bank account in the parent’s
example, what if you want to locate yourself in Thailand name upon application. That money also needs to remain
given the educational options for the children, but the there for a minimum of three months before each annual
main breadwinner technically works for a company extension of your visa. Second, only one Guardian visa is
outside of Thailand, perhaps performing a regional role? given for each child. So, if both parents require a Guard-
Or, what if you and your working partner are in a de-facto ian visa, they will need to have at least two children
relationship, in which case the Thai government will not studying in Thailand, and each Guardian visa will require
issue the non-working partner with a dependent visa? 500,000 baht (i.e. 1 million baht in total) to be deposited in
a Thai bank account in your respective names.
Disclaimer: BKKkids.com and its parent company, FL13
Co., LTD, do not provide legal advice. You should consult
with a register lawyer in Thailand regarding all official
requirements related to visas and residency.
38 39SCHOOL T U IT I O N
L IST I N GS AND OTHER FEES
The international schools listed in this guide are located Please note that many schools charge enrolment,
in Bangkok and nearby suburbs and provinces. They assessment, application, registration and/or other fees
offer programmes ranging from preschool to primary and that are not included in annual tuition. These fees can run
secondary school levels. In most cases, English serves over THB 300,000 in some cases. Also, some schools
as the main language of instruction. offer optional meal plans, transportation arrangements
and extracurricular activities at an additional cost.
HOW TO USE Schools are listed alphabetically. Each listing offers a
school overview, and information on facilities, curriculum, Some schools also charge campus development or
THIS GUIDE average class size and contact details, among other
data. Some schools chose not to submit information, and
capital fund fees that can be as high as THB 800,000.
Parents are required to make this payment before
we have compiled their data from publically available enrolment; the funds are returned, without interest, when
sources. the child withdraws or graduates from the school.
Age of Student British System American System
3-4 Nursery Nursery / Preschool
4-5 Reception Pre K
5-6 Year 1 Kindergarten
6-7 Year 2 1st Grade
7-8 Year 3 2nd Grade
8-9 Year 4 3rd Grade
9-10 Year 5 4th Grade
10-11 Year 6 5th Grade
11-12 Year 7 6th Grade
12-13 Year 8 7th Grade
13-14 Year 9 8th Grade
40 41School Name page Map location
ABC Pathways International Kindergarten 53 Map 2, #1
Acacia 53 Map 3, 2; Map 2, 3
AISB Koala International Kindergarten 54 Map 1, 4
American School of Bangkok 54 Map 2, 5; Map 1, 6
Anglo Singapore International School, Sukhumvit 31 Campus 54 Map 2, 7; Map 1, 8
Annabel’s Early Years International Kindergarten 55 Map 2, 9; Map 2, 161
Ascot International School 56 Map 1, 10
Associe International Kindergarten Bangkok 35 54 Map 2, 11
Australian International School Bangkok (AISB) 55 Map 2, 12; Map 2, 13
Bangkok Adventist International School (BAIS) 56 Map 2, 14
Bangkok Christian International School (BCIS) 57 Map 1, 15
Bangkok Grace International School (BGIS) 57 Map 1, 16
Bangkok International Preparatory and Secondary School (Bangkok Prep) 58 Map 2, 17; Map 1, 18
Bangkok Patana School (BPS) 61 Map 1, 19
BASIS International School Bangkok (BISB) 57 Map 1, 20
Beaconhouse Yamsaard International School (BYIS) 57 Map 1, 21
Berkeley International School 62 Map 1, 22
BERNIE British International Prep 62 Map 1, 23
Blooming Buds International Kindergarten (BBIK) 62 Map 1, 24
Bright Skies International School 63 Map 2, 25
Brighton College Bangkok 63 Map 1, 26
British Columbia International School (BCISB) 64 Map 1, 27
British Early Years Centre (BEYC) 63 Map 1, 28
Bromsgrove International School Thailand (BIST) 65 Map 1, 29; Map 1, 30
Canadian International School of Thailand 65 Map 1, 31
Casa Bambino International Preschool 65 Map 3, 32
Centurion International School (CISB) 65 Map 1, 33
Charter International School 67 Map 1, 34
Concordian International School 66 Map 1, 35
Crescent International School 67 Map 3, 36
DADI International Kindergarten 67 Map 3, 37; Map 1, 38
Denla British School (DBS) 68 Map 1, 39
Didyasarin International Preparatory School Bangkok (D-PREP) 67 Map 1, 40
Dragon International School 72 Map 1, 41
Early Years International Childcare and Kindergarten 72 Map 3, 42
Ekamai International School (EIS) 72 Map 2, 43
ELC International Schools 70, 71 Map 2, 44; Map 1, 45; Map 2, 46; Map 2, 47; Map 2, 48
Garden International School Bangkok 73 Map 3, 49
Global English School (GES) 73 Map 1, 50
Global Indian International School (GIIS) 74
Glory Singapore International School 74 Map 1, 52
GreenTech Montessori Community Center 74 Map 2, 53
Hampton International School 74 Map 3, 54; Map 1, 55
Harrow International School Bangkok 75 Map 1, 56
Heathfield International School 76 Map 1, 57
Hummingbird International Kindergarten 76 Map 1, 58
International Community School (ICS) 77 Map 1, 59
International Montessori Center (IMC) 76 Map 1, 60
International Pioneers School (IPS) 76 Map 3, 61
International School Bangkok (ISB) 78 Map 1, 62
IPC Green International Preschool and Nursery 79 Map 1, 63
IPC International Kindergarten 79 Map 2, 64
Ivy Bound International School 79 Map 2, 65
John Wyatt Montessori (JWM) 79 Map 1, 66
Julia Gabriel Centre Bangkok 80 Map 2, 67
Keaes Academics 80 Map 2, 68
Kensington International Kindergarten 81 Map 1, 69
Kevalee International School 80 Map 1, 70
KiddyKare International Kindergarten 80 Map 2, 71
Kids Kingdom International Kindergarten and Kids Kingdom Play Center (KK) 82 Map 2, 72; Map 3, 73
Kids’ Academy International School 83 Map 2, 74; Map 2, 75
KidsFirst International Kindergarten 82 Map 1, 77
Kidz Village International Kindergarten 82 Map 1, 78
King’s College International School Bangkok 82 Map 1, 79
Kincaid International School of Bangkok (KISB)) 84 Map 1, 80
Kirakira Kids International Kindergarten 84 Map 2, 81
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La Petite Ecole Bangkok 86 Map 3, 84
Learning Home International Nursery School 86 Map 3, 85
Little Explorers 86 Map 2, 86
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Little Rays Preschool and Day Care 87 Map 3, 89 Phutta Montho n Sai 2
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Traill International School 116 Map 1, 154
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BANGKOK – SUKHUMVIT 82/1 Ekkamai Soi 4 Sukhumvit 63,
Map 2, 1 Prakanong Nua, Wattana, 10110 Bangkok
House No. 92/32 Soi Taweesuk, Sukhumvit 31 Sathor n : Nur ser y - Kindergarden: Map 2, 3
Phone (02) 260 6888 Email enquiry@abcpathways.co.th BANGKOK – SATHORN 4/2 Soi Prasat Suk (Yen Akat Soi 2), Yannawa,
Website www.abcpathways.co.th Chong Nonsi, 10120 BANGKOK
ABC Pathways International Kindergarten is a premium International Phone (08)5 675 6506 Email contact@centre-acacia.com
Kindergarten located in the heart of Sukhumvit Road. We have a custom Website www.centre-acacia.com
built campus that provides a secure and friendly environment for ACACIA is a bilingual nursery and international kindergarten (English and
preschoolers. We believe in fun learning and creative development and French) for children aged 1 to 6 years old. Both centers are located in the
strive to instill the love for learning in young children. We follow an adapted heart of Bangkok, Sathorn & Sukhumvit. We offer 5 sections, one for each
version of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum as per the age group. In a communicative “play-and-learn” environment, our purpose
standards laid down in the U.K. National Curriculum. Our motto is is to develop the bilingualism (English and French) for the children,
“Creative development equals outstanding achievement” We strive to instill socialization, creativity and imagination.The children are immersed
a love for learning in our young students by our fun learning methods. alternately in French and in English with native-speaker teachers. The
bilingual programs that we used, take into an account in a balanced way
Level of instruction Nursery; Kindergarten
the prerogatives of both French and British curriculum.
Age range of students 14 months to 6 years
Curriculum British Level of instruction Nursery; Kindergarten
Pedagogical approach Play-based learning Age range of students 12 months to 6 years
Language of instruction English Curriculum British; French
Extra-curricular languages Thai; Mandarin Pedagogical approach Bilingualism
Annual tuition* 200 - 400,000 THB; 200 - 400,000 THB Language of instruction English; French
Maximum class size 12 Extra-curricular languages
12;
Teacher-student ratio 1:3 Annual tuition* Up to 200,000 THB; 200 - 400,000 THB
1:3;
Foreign nationals (%) 85% Maximum class size 14; 25
Campus facilities Cafeteria; Creative arts; Drama; Music; Teacher-student ratio 1:5; 1:9
Playground; Sports (indoors) Foreign nationals (%) 90%
Campus facilities Cafeteria; Playground; Sports (indoors);
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52AISB Koala International American School of Bangkok
Kindergarten Campus 1: MAP 2, 5
59-59/1 Sukhumvit Road Soi 49/3 Wattana, Bangkok 10110
MAP 1, 4 Campus 2: MAP 1, 6
999 Soi Watcharapol, Ramintra Rd, Bangkhen, Bangkok 10230 900 Moo 3 Bangna-Trad Km 15, Bangplee, Samut Prakarn 10540
Phone (02) 509 4276 Email info@australian-isb.com
Website www.koalakindergarten.com Phone (02) 620 8600 Email pmaher@asb.ac.th
Website www.asb.ac.th
Our mission is to provide a supportive, child-centred learning environment,
where children of all nationalities can discover the joy of learning, and The American School of Bangkok (ASB) is a private Pre-Kindergarten to
obtain a firm foundation for fulfillment and success in their future Grade 12 school offering an exceptional education based on an American
education. curriculum with an international perspective. The rigorous academic
program at ASB has placed students into top universities of the world for
Level of instruction Kindergarten more than 30 years. Recently, the school’s graduates have been accepted
Age range of students 18 months to 6 years to the world’s leading colleges including Harvard University, University of
California, Berkeley, University of Washington, Purdue University,
Curriculum Australian
Pennsylvania State University, University of British Columbia and the
Pedagogical approach Child-Centred Learning
University of Tokyo. Many of these exceptional students have received full
Language of instruction English academic scholarships.
Extra-curricular languages
Level of instruction Nursery; Kindergarten;
Annual tuition* 200 - 400,000 THB
Primary; Secondary
Maximum class size 14-18 Age range of students 2 to 18 years
Teacher-student ratio 1:6 Curriculum American
Foreign nationals (%) 30%
Pedagogical approach USA
Campus facilities Creative arts; Drama; Music; Swimming pool;
Language of instruction English
Sports (indoors and outdoors)
Extra-curricular languages Thai; Chinese; Japanese; Korean; French;
Spanish
Annual tuition* 200 – 400,000 THB, 400 - 600,000 THB;
200 – 400,000 THB; 400 – 600,000 THB;
400 – 600,000 THB
Maximum class size 12; 18; 20; 20
Teacher-student ratio 1:3; 3:1; 1:7; 1:10
Foreign nationals (%) 80%
Campus facilities Cafeteria, Creative arts, Drama, Library,
Music, Playground, Science laboratories,
Sports (indoors), Sports (outdoors), Sports
(swimming pool), Technology
Annabel’s Early Years International Australian International School
Anglo Singapore International Associe International Kindergarten Kindergarten Bangkok (AISB)
School, Sukhumvit 31 Campus Bangkok 35
A n n a b e l ’s E a r l y Ye a r s a g e 3 t o 6 y e a r s : M A P 2 , 9 MAP 2, 12
MAP 2, 7; MAP 1, 8 M A P 2 , 11 19 Soi Ekamai 10, Sukhumvit 63 Road, Klongton Nua, Wattana, 162/2 and 164 Sukhumvit 20 Klongtoey Bangkok 10110
108/2-3 Sukhumvit 31 Rd, Klongtan, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 23/1 Sukhumvit Soi 35, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Bangkok 10110 MAP 2, 13
Phone (02) 662 3105-6 Faxas (02) 662 3107 Phone (02) 056 1035 Email info@aikb35.com Blu Bam Boo Nur ser y age 18 months to 3 year s: MAP 2, 161 319 Sukhumvit Soi 31, Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110
Email admissions31@anglosingapore.ac.th Website www.aikb35.com 77/1 Soi Charoenmitr (Ekamai 12), Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110
Phone (02) 662 2827 Email admin@australian-isb.com
Website www.anglosingapore.ac.th/31 Phone (02) 391 8181 Email annabels@annabels.ac.th Website www.australian-isb.com
AIKB35 provides a trilingual atmosphere with native Japanese, English and
At Anglo Singapore International School, teachers and staff facilitate Thai teachers. We seek to enhance students’ abilities one by one, Website www.annabels.ac.th
Our school’s aim is to develop an enriching learning environment for all
holistic learning for our students. This nurturing guidance allows our educating them to strive, grow, and develop their knowledge, intellect, and Annabel’s and Blu Bam Boo provide a warm nurturing and safe learning students, where all members of the school community are valued for their
students to choose routes toward success, where they lead socially leadership skills. We provide two programs: International Program and environment for children aged 18 months to 6 Years old. We believe in individuality, culture and heritage and are encouraged to develop to their
responsible and meaningful lives. With over 1,500 students from 20 Japanese – English Bilingual Program. The International program is an letting children learn and discover our world through play and creativity. full potential in a stimulating and caring educational environment.
different nationalities, diversity is celebrated not only within our school American based curriculum. Since 1997, Associe International has With a truly international mix of children together with fully qualified
community but also with our unique blend of the Singaporean and managed 20 operating branches of child-rearing facilities, mainly in Tokyo, teachers at all levels, Annabel’s and Blu Bam Boo have become popular Level of instruction Kindergarten; Primary; Secondary
Cambridge International Curricula. True to our school motto, “Learn to Japan. and the Kindergarten and Nursery of choice in the Ekamai area. Please Age range of students 18 months to 15 years
Think, Think to Learn”, Anglo continues to build upon its tradition of look at our website and give us a call! Curriculum Australian
academic excellence, as we prepare our students to make their mark in our Level of instruction Kindergarten
Level of instruction Pedagogical approach Australian National Curriculum
global society. Age range of students 2 to 6 years Nursery; Kindergarten
Age range of students 18 months to 6 years Language of instruction English
Curriculum American; Japanese; Thai
Level of instruction Nursery; Kindergarten; Primary Extra-curricular languages Thai; Mandarin; Japanese; French; Spanish;
Pedagogical approach Play-Based Learning Curriculum British
Age range of students 2 to 12 years German
Language of instruction English; Japanese Pedagogical approach Montessori; Reggio Emilia
Curriculum British; Singaporean Annual tuition* 200 - 400,000 THB; 200 - 400,000 THB;
Extra-curricular languages Thai Language of instruction English
Pedagogical approach Uniquely Anglo Singapore Curriculum with the 200 - 400,000 THB
Annual tuition* 200 - 400,000 THB Extra-curricular languages Thai; Mandarin
base of Singapore education Maximum class size 16; 18; 20
Language of instruction English Maximum class size 20 Annual tuition* 200 - 400,000 THB; 200 - 400,000 THB Teacher-student ratio 1:5; 1:6; 1:6
Extra-curricular languages Thai; Chinese; Korean; Japanese Teacher-student ratio 1:7 Maximum class size 16; 17 Foreign nationals (%) 83%
Annual tuition* Foreign nationals (%) 80% Teacher-student ratio 1:4; 1:4
200 - 400,000 THB; 200 - 400,000 THB; Campus facilities Creative arts; Drama; Library; Music;
400 - 600,000 THB Campus facilities Creative arts; Climbing wall; Library; Music; Foreign nationals (%) 70% Playground; Science laboratories; Sports
Maximum class size 20; 20; 24 Swimming pool; Playground Campus facilities Creative arts; Library; Music; Playground; (indoors); Sports (outdoors); Sports
Sports (indoors); Atelier (swimming pool); Technology
Teacher-student ratio 1:7; 1:12
Foreign nationals (%) 60%
Campus facilities Cafeteria; Library; Music; Playground; Sports
(indoors); Sports (outdoors); Sports
(swimming pool)
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