Thailand, Chiang Mai
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The school offers programs spanning nursery to grade 12. Life skills are integrated into the curriculum to develop adaptability, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and cultural awareness. The approach is dynamic and interactive, extending beyond traditional subjects. The school aims to cultivate global citizens who contribute positively to society.
Arts are featured in the Elementary program with Refine Your Art and Define Your Passion. Kindergarten emphasizes Self Discovery and Learn - Share - Grow, supporting creative expression. Arts development is integrated with life-skills education.
The school is bilingual. It was formerly Little Stars Bilingual School, and moved to a brand-new campus in Chiang Mai. A language school in Chiang Mai provides additional language support for students. The bilingual emphasis is reflected in the school's branding as a bilingual academy.
The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is featured as part of school activities. There is a Shark Cafe on campus, and the school presents state-of-the-art facilities to support student life.
The School Governing Board includes founders Amporn Garmolgomut and Chugait Garmolgomut, and CEO Linda Garmolgomut Salas. The Director is Somchai Tamrongthaisakul and the School Manager is Pornthep Pisutwanitch. Heads of Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary departments lead academic governance, with a Senior Advisor and Deputy Directors supporting management. The school is part of The Ambassador Education Group.
Ambassador Bilingual Academy (ABA), part of the Ambassador Education Group, serves students aged approximately 1.6 to 18 years (Pre‑K through Grade 12). Situated in Mae Hia, just minutes south-west of Chiang Mai city, ABA offers a bilingual Thai–English curriculum where all core academic subjects are taught in English, complemented by Thai language and cultural studies. The curriculum emphasizes project-based learning and life skills, aiming to equip students with practical abilities alongside academic knowledge. English is the medium of instruction, with daily Thai instruction integrated into the programme. Leadership is fostered through initiatives like the Student Council, and values-based learning is embedded school-wide. Families appreciate ABA’s focus on character development, skill acquisition, and bilingual education, in a compact suburban setting with a growing, internationally diverse community.
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