Brighton College Bangkok – Krungthep Kreetha vs Shrewsbury International School Bangkok Riverside

	B Brighton College Bangkok – Krungthep Kreetha Bangkok, Thailand	S Shrewsbury International School Bangkok Riverside Bangkok, Thailand
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year THB 590,300 - 1,021,800	Fees / year THB 691,800 - 1,208,400
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 746	Pupils 2,000
Typical class size	Typical class size 23	Typical class size 21
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2016	Opened 2003
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Brighton College Bangkok is located in the Krungthep Kreetha area of eastern Bangkok. The campus is about 30 minutes’ drive from the central business district and 15 minutes from Suvarnabhumi International Airport. It is surrounded by residential neighbourhoods and is accessible by major road links. The area is known for its greenery and proximity to sports clubs and family-oriented communities.	Location Shrewsbury International School Bangkok – Riverside Campus is located in the Bang Kho Laem district along the Chao Phraya River in central Bangkok. The area features a mix of historic riverside neighbourhoods and modern residential developments. It is accessible via main roads and river ferry services, with nearby bus stops and connections to the BTS SkyTrain via Saphan Taksin station. Most families travel by private car or use the school’s organised transport service.
Stages	Stages The school caters for children aged 2 to 18 years. It is divided into Early Years (ages 2–5), Prep/Primary (ages 5–11), Senior School (ages 11–16), and Sixth Form (ages 16–18), leading to IGCSE and A-Level qualifications.	Stages Education is structured into four stages: Early Years (EY1–EY2, ages ~3–5), Primary / Junior School (Years 1–6, 5–11 years), Secondary School (Years 7–11, 11–16 years), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13, 16–18 years) leading to IGCSE and AS/A‑Level qualifications.
School type	School type The school is a co-educational day school. It does not provide boarding facilities; students attend on a day-only basis.	School type The school is co‑educational, enrolling both boys and girls from nursery through Sixth Form. It functions entirely as a day school. No boarding provision is available.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support Brighton College Bangkok provides support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, with 59 pupils identified and 39 receiving specialist learning provision. This evidence is drawn from a formal school inspection report. Families seeking more detailed information or guidance are advised to contact the school directly via the Admissions Office.	Additional learning support Support is available for students with mild to moderate learning needs through the Learning Support team. Provision includes Special Educational Needs (SEN) support coordinated with classroom teachers via Individual Education Plans and in-class assistance. The SEN team consists of a Director of Learning Support, two Learning Support Teachers and six Learning Support Assistants and supports a wide range of needs including dyslexia, ADHD, ASD, social‑emotional or cognitive difficulties. Support begins at entry assessment and continues throughout a student’s time at the school with ongoing monitoring and strategy adjustments as needed. Additionally, students with limited English proficiency have access to English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, including sheltered English Plus lessons and co‑teaching, shifting into the Academic Literacy Programme (ALP) for Years 10–11 as needed. The EAL department includes 11 specialists, working from EY1 through Year 13 to build all four literacy skills and facilitate full access to the English-medium curriculum.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is affiliated with Brighton College UK, a well-established independent school in England.	Country affiliation Shrewsbury Riverside is officially affiliated with Shrewsbury School in the United Kingdom, following the UK National Curriculum (British Curriculum).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school has no religious affiliation.	Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation stated on the official Riverside campus website.
School day structure	School day structure he school website does not provide specific daily timings such as start and end times, or details on breaks and lunch schedules. I couldn't locate any such information within the publicly available pages.	School day structure The school day typically begins with morning registration at 7:30 AM and ends between 2:40 PM and 2:45 PM, depending on the year group. Junior School students (Years 1–6) generally finish by 2:40 PM, while Senior School students (Years 7–13) leave closer to 2:45 PM. Optional after-school activities ("You-Time") are available in two sessions after school, generally from ~3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school operates a minibus service for pupils from Year 1 upwards. Routes cover multiple neighbourhoods around Bangkok to support safe and convenient travel. The service is run under the school’s transport arrangements and details of routes and costs are available from the school’s transport office.	Bus service details The school facilitates access to private bus services managed by Montri Transport Corporation, an external provider with over 50 years of experience in Bangkok-based international school transport. Routes cover central Bangkok areas such as Charoen Krung Road, Sathorn, Silom, Sukhumvit, Rama IV/IX, and surrounding zones. Parents book and contract directly with Montri, and the service is widely used, given Bangkok’s traffic congestion and limited onsite parking. Each bus has a driver and a monitor supervising safe boarding and drop‑off. All buses utilize GPS tracking and RFID student cards. Children tap their cards to log each journey, and parents receive automated email notifications in real-time. Every seat is equipped with a seatbelt, and drivers undergo alcohol tests before departure. Safety limits are enforced: 10–15 km/h in school grounds, 60–75 km/h on expressways
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fees A one-time Application Fee of THB 5,000 is required for all new students. Upon acceptance, families must also pay a non-refundable Admission Fee of THB 200,000 and a refundable Security Deposit of THB 150,000, returned upon withdrawal if the school’s official notice period is followed. Tuition Fees (Per Year) British Curriculum Stream Pre-Nursery: THB 590,300 Nursery: THB 669,500 Reception: THB 711,000 Year 1 – Year 2: THB 823,500 Year 3 – Year 4: THB 854,500 Year 5 – Year 6: THB 894,700 Year 7: THB 901,300 Year 8 – Year 9: THB 920,100 Year 10 – Year 11: THB 988,900 Year 12 – Year 13 (A Levels): THB 1,021,800 Fees are billed by term as follows: Term 1: 40% Term 2: 30% Term 3: 30% Meals Annual compulsory meal charges: * Pre-Nursery/Nursery: THB 30,600 * Reception/Year 1–2: THB 33,300 * Year 3–4: THB 35,100 * Year 5 and above: THB 36,900 Additional Fees Uniforms, class day trips, overnight residential trips, transport, examination fees, and activities offered by external providers are charged separately. Sibling Discount Second child: 5% tuition discount Third child: 10% (also applies to 1st and 2nd child) Fourth child and beyond: 15% Boarding Fees The school does not offer boarding facilities. Refund Policy The Security Deposit is refundable if a completed withdrawal notice form is submitted by the school’s stated deadlines. Tuition and admission fees are non-refundable. Payment Options Payments can be made via bank transfer (Bangkok Bank or Kasikorn Bank), cheque, or credit card. Citibank and UOB credit cards incur no charge; Kasikorn credit cards incur a 1.1% fee. A late payment penalty of 1.25% per month applies to overdue balances.	Fee details Application Fees A one-time Application Fee of THB 5,000 is payable when submitting a completed application form. This is non-refundable. A Guaranteed Place Fee of THB 225,000 is charged per child upon acceptance. This includes THB 30,000 for lifetime alumni membership and is non-refundable. A Refundable Deposit of THB 225,000 is also required and is returned upon graduation (Year 13) or with 60 school days’ notice, provided all accounts are cleared. Tuition Fees (Per Year – 2025/26 Academic Year) Fees include tuition, snacks and lunch, textbooks, library access, and most after-school activities. - EY1: THB 691,800 (THB 230,600/term) - EY2: THB 728,700 (THB 242,900/term) - Years 1–2: THB 818,700 (THB 272,900/term) - Years 3–4: THB 878,100 (THB 292,700/term) - Years 5–6: THB 908,400 (THB 302,800/term) - Years 7–9: THB 939,300 (THB 313,100/term) - Year 10: THB 1,203,900 (THB 401,300/term) - Year 11: THB 802,600 (2-term year) - Year 12: THB 1,208,400 (THB 402,800/term) - Year 13: THB 805,600 (2-term year) Additional Fees The following are not included in tuition: - School uniform and PE kit - Personal IT devices - Music tuition - Residential trips and camps - Examination fees - School transport (see below) School Bus Fees (2024/25 Academic Year) Bus services are provided by Montri Transport Corporation. Students in EY1 and EY2 are not eligible. Fees vary by zone and are charged per term or annually. Round-trip Fees (Annual) - Zone 1: THB 132,380 - Zone 2: THB 142,990 - Zone 3: THB 148,440 - Zone 4: THB 153,640 One-way Fees (Annual) - Zone 1: THB 92,770 - Zone 2: THB 100,240 - Zone 3: THB 103,920 - Zone 4: THB 107,710 Fees include snacks. Written notice is required to cancel before the next term. No refunds for disciplinary exclusions. Sibling Discount - Third child: 5% tuition discount - Fourth child and beyond: 10% tuition discount Payment & Billing - Fees are billed term-by-term in advance - Accepted payment methods: cash, cheque, or bank transfer (Bangkok Bank) - A 1.5% monthly late fee applies to overdue balances Refund Policy The Refundable Deposit is returned upon withdrawal with proper notice. No additional public refund policy is stated.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Brighton College Bangkok – Krungthep Kreetha follows the British Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form. In the Early Years (ages 2–5), teaching is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), with a focus on play-based learning and language development. The Prep and Senior Schools (ages 5–16) cover the full English National Curriculum, preparing students for internationally recognised IGCSE examinations in Year 11. In the Sixth Form (ages 16–18), students choose from a broad range of A Level subjects across sciences, humanities, and the arts, with 21 subject options available. Thai language is taught to all pupils, and Mandarin is introduced from an early age alongside English as the main medium of instruction. This progression ensures a continuous pathway from foundational learning through to university entrance qualifications.	Curriculum details Shrewsbury Riverside follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years 1 through Year 13, beginning with EYFS in Early Years and progressing through Key Stages 1 to 5. In Years 10–11, students pursue Cambridge IGCSE qualifications, typically taking 8–11 subjects alongside core English, Mathematics, and Science. In Sixth Form (Years 12–13), students study Cambridge AS- and A-Levels, often combining this with an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and optional Higher Project Qualifications for deeper research learning. Senior School (Years 7–11) offers a broad set of subjects across humanities, languages, sciences, arts, and technology, with specialist teaching for all subjects. The school also offers additional initiatives like Reading the World, an interdisciplinary humanities programme, and robust university guidance through its higher education counselling team.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Families begin the process by enquiring with the Admissions team. This can be done online, by phone, or by arranging a campus visit. Tours and Open House events provide opportunities to see the school in action and meet with staff. 2. Parents then complete an online application form through the school’s website. The Admissions team remains available to guide families through the requirements and answer any questions they may have at this stage. 3. Applicants may be invited to complete assessments, depending on their year group and stage of entry. These assessments are used to determine readiness for the curriculum and to ensure the child is placed appropriately within the school. 4. After reviewing applications and assessments, the school communicates its decision to families. Offers of a place include guidance on acceptance steps, paperwork, and initial fee payments. 5. Once the offer is accepted, families complete enrollment. This includes confirming fee payments, providing the required documents, and following onboarding procedures before the start of the term.	Admissions 1. Visit the campus. Families are encouraged to tour the Riverside campus during school term time for a realistic view of the day-to-day learning environment. School leaders may be available during the visit, and tours are booked via an online form. 2. Submit a formal application. Parents complete and send an application form with all required documents, including passport copies, school reports, health certificate, photos, and visa details (if applicable). If applying to both Riverside and City Campus, a priority campus must be selected. 3. Pay the application fee. A non-refundable fee of THB 5,000 per child is payable before assessment. Payment can be made by cash, cheque, or bank transfer to the Accounts Department. 4. Assessment and interview. Applicants undergo age-appropriate academic and character assessments. The process evaluates suitability for the school’s learning environment and helps identify any needed support. Assessments will not be conducted more than 12 months ahead of a child’s intended start date. 5. Decision and waiting list. The application file is reviewed by leadership. If the child meets the criteria but no place is available, a waiting list option is offered. If applicable, families may be offered a place at City Campus instead. 6. Accept the place and enrol. Successful applicants receive a Letter of Acceptance, Acceptance of Place Form, and the invoice for the Guaranteed Place Fee. Families must submit all remaining documents and payments by the deadline to confirm enrolment.
Scholarships	Scholarships Brighton College Bangkok offers academic scholarships for students entering Sixth Form (A Levels), typically aged 15 or 16. These scholarships are granted based on demonstrated potential. Interested families are encouraged to contact the Admissions Team for details on eligibility, application procedures, and evaluation criteria.	Scholarships Shrewsbury Riverside offers several scholarships, primarily aimed at high-achieving students entering Sixth Form (Years 12–13): Sir Martin Rees Scholarship This is a merit-based scholarship available to students who achieve 11 A* grades at IGCSE (or equivalent). It includes financial fee remission and is awarded to both internal and external applicants. Selection is based on academic excellence and interview performance. Honorary Academic Scholarship Granted to applicants who achieve 7–10 A* grades at IGCSE. While these are honorary titles and typically do not include fee remission, they recognize exceptional academic achievement. Sir David Lees Scholarship This scholarship is awarded internally to existing students who achieve 4 A* grades at A Level. It is granted retrospectively and may include a partial refund of fees or symbolic recognition for academic excellence. All scholarship recipients must maintain the school’s behavioural and academic standards to retain their status. Shortlisted external candidates may be invited for interviews or additional assessments before offers are confirmed.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose any details about operating a waitlist or pool system for admissions.	Waitlist Shrewsbury Riverside operates a waitlist system rather than a pooled or lottery-based model. If a student meets all the academic, character, and admissions criteria but no place is currently available, they are placed on a waiting list for their preferred year group. Placement offers are extended as soon as availability arises. If the student has applied to both the Riverside and City Campus (Junior only), and a place is open at the non-priority campus, the family may either accept that place or choose to remain on the waitlist for their preferred campus. Once a Guaranteed Place Fee is paid and an offer accepted, transfers between campuses are not permitted, except from City Campus to Riverside at the end of Year 6. The waitlist is reviewed periodically, and families will be contacted directly when a place becomes available.
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