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Modern International School Bangkok is situated at 125–135 Soi Phop Mit, Sukhumvit 39 Road, Khlongtan-Nuea, Watthana District, Bangkok. It is conveniently located close to Phrom Phong BTS station.
MISB provides education from Early Years, Primary, Secondary to Advanced Level.
The school is a co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not offered.
MISB operates a Special Education Needs (SEN) department and offers a strong English Support programme tailored to help non-native speakers integrate with the mainstream curriculum. They also collaborate closely with parents to address students’ individual academic needs.
The school is not affiliated with any country.
The school does not have any religious affiliation and serves students from all cultural backgrounds.
The school does not have their day structure publicly available.
The school offers a bus service.
A school uniform and a PE uniform are required; uniforms can be purchased from the school bookstore.
Vegetarian meals are provided; food and snacks are optional; the school shop sells mid-morning snacks, lunches and after-school snacks; morning break is 10:10 am–10:25 am; lunch break is 12:20 pm–1:10 pm.
MISB has a four-house system: Green, Pink, Red and Yellow, named after Sat Gurus. The houses provide identity and positive competition and include intra-mural competitions; house points are awarded and the Champions Trophy is awarded to the top house.
Private, co-educational school.
MISB offers the British National Curriculum from early years through Year 13. Students in the early stages follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and move on to structured programs in primary and secondary levels. During primary years, students take standard assessments aligned with UK SATs to track progress. In secondary school, students prepare for Cambridge IGCSE exams in Years 10 and 11, and Cambridge AS and A-Level exams in Years 12 and 13. Subjects include core disciplines like English, mathematics, and science, along with humanities, business, and ICT. The curriculum blends theory with practical application and is supported by external benchmarking to ensure academic standards are met.
MISB integrates social and emotional learning primarily through its Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) curriculum. This program is developed by the school counselor and covers key themes such as identity, relationships, diversity, risk, health, and financial awareness. The curriculum is aligned with Key Stages 1 to 4, helping students build interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and self-awareness. The school’s house system also supports emotional and social development by creating smaller communities that foster collaboration, identity, and a sense of belonging. House events like quizzes, performances, and sports foster teamwork, confidence, and leadership.
MISB has a formal Special Educational Needs (SEN) department, which screens students upon admission and provides tailored support to ensure full curriculum access.
The school does offer an English Support programme to alleviate the difficulties in language acquisition for the students coming from non English backgrounds.
MISB offers individual and accessible student counseling as a core part of its support system. Counseling services are available to all students, with the school encouraging them to reach out whenever needed. The counselor works closely with teachers, coordinators, parents, and the principal to ensure that issues are addressed in the best interest of the student. The counseling program promotes problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution, and building a positive self-image.
MISB’s safeguarding policy ensures that all students are protected from harm, neglect, and abuse within a safe and supportive school environment. It outlines clear responsibilities for all staff, including designated safeguarding leads, and requires immediate reporting of any concerns. Preventative practices like staff training and student wellbeing programs are emphasized, along with strict procedures for handling disclosures and suspected abuse.
The policy aligns with both Thai and UK child protection laws and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. It prohibits corporal punishment, outlines digital safeguarding rules, and highlights the importance of confidentiality, student rights, and ethical care. Regular reviews ensure the policy stays updated and effective.
Registration Form Submission
Fill out the school’s registration form and attach all required documents:
Attach 4 passport size photographs of the student
Copy of child’s birth certificate
Copy of child’s and parent’s passport ( Non-Thai Students)
Identity card or House registration ( Thai Students)
Copy of Previous school records and Transfer Certificate
Medical Certificate
Route to Residence (MAP)
Fee of 3,000 payable to the Finance office
Academic Assessment & Interview
The student attends a placement test and interview with a member of the academic staff.
Evaluation Period
Results are reviewed and shared with the parents within 2 working days.
Final Enrollment
If successful, parents are asked to:
Fill out the enrollment form
Pay the admission fee
Confirm the student’s start date and class placement
The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.
The school does not have a waitlist.
International Pioneers School is located on Charoen Nakorn Soi 14 in the Khlong San district of Bangkok. It is positioned along the Chao Phraya River, close to ICONSIAM and other major shopping and business hubs. The area is well-connected by main roads and river transport, making it accessible for families living in both central and riverside Bangkok.
IPS covers Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary, including IGCSE and A-Level programmes.
It is a co-educational day school with no boarding options.
IPS offers a structured approach to additional learning support through a designated Learning Support Coordinator and team of teachers. The majority of students with learning needs are supported directly in their classrooms, where teachers adapt tasks and instructions to ensure full participation. Some students may work in smaller groups or receive more focused support to help them stay on track with assignments and learning goals. When necessary, Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are developed in collaboration with teachers and families to provide targeted interventions and progress monitoring.
The school is not affiliated with any country.
The school does not have any religious affiliation and accepts students from all backgrounds.
The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.
The school offers a bus service.
Lunch is provided; details are available on the Lunch Menu page.
All students are assigned to one of four houses named after explorers: Christopher Columbus (Green), Vasco da Gama (Red), Amerigo Vespucci (Yellow), Marco Polo (Blue). House events occur throughout the year with points awarded for events and for day-to-day work and conduct. Staff and students can organize events or competitions for the whole school or specific year groups, including activities linked to international or awareness campaigns.
The school was established in August 1998 and operates Kindergarten through Year 13. It is licensed by the Ministry of Education and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA). The curriculum is modeled on the National Curriculum for England and adapted for local and overseas students, and IPS runs multiple campuses including Krungthonburi Campus and Bangkhae Campus.
IPS’s curriculum is modeled on the National Curriculum for England, tailored to accommodate both local and international students. In the lower years (Kindergarten to Year 6), the school follows a play-based Early Years/Foundation framework that supports personal, social, physical, and creative development.
As students progress into Key Stages 1–3 (Years 1–9), the full range of National Curriculum subjects is offered, including English, Science, Mathematics, Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages (such as French, Mandarin, and Hindi), ICT, PHSE, Art & Design Technology, Music, PE, and Thai language and culture.
For Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11), students transition into the Cambridge IGCSE programme, designed to build critical thinking, inquiry skills, problem solving, and global awareness.
This is followed in Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13) by Cambridge AS and A-Level courses, which prepare students for higher education with a focus on independent thinking, advanced argumentation, and data evaluation in a university-style learning environment .
IPS integrates social and emotional development from early years onward, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This includes promoting self-regulation, self-management, confidence, and relationship-building through structured activities and a supportive environment. These foundations are reinforced in assemblies, performances, camps, and field trips that encourage collaboration and interpersonal growth.
IPS has a designated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) who provides ongoing support to students with identified learning needs throughout their schooling. The approach focuses on inclusive education, with most students’ needs being addressed directly within the classroom environment.
The school offers an English Support Program.
IPS promotes mental wellbeing through a structured counselling programme based on the International Model for School Counselling Programs (Fezler & Brown, 2011). This framework supports students’ academic, personal, social, and career development and is adapted to suit the diverse context of international schooling. The school integrates Personal, Social, Health, and Economic (PSHE) education throughout its curriculum, using it to encourage student self-awareness, resilience, and confidence. A dedicated counsellor leads the programme and works closely with students, teachers, parents, and the wider community to ensure that all learners feel safe, supported, and accepted. The counselling programme is continually reviewed to remain relevant to student needs and school priorities. It also contributes to a broader effort to build an inclusive and respectful school culture.
The school does not have publicly available information on their safeguarding policy.
Inquiry & School Visit
Begin by gathering information from the school’s website and scheduling an in-person visit to explore the campus and learn about the curriculum.
Placement Test
Applicants take a placement assessment in English literacy and numeracy, with evaluation adjusted for the student's age and grade.
Application Submission
Parents purchase and submit the official application form along with required documents.
Admissions Committee Review
The school reviews the student’s placement test results, academic records, and interview performance.
Decision & Registration
If accepted, parents proceed with registration and seat reservation, including fee payment on the same day.
The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.
The school does not have a waitlist.
