Thailand, Chiang Mai
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The school does not publicly disclose information regarding social and emotional learning (SEL) programmes, staff, or initiatives on its website.
The website mentions that they “offer a range of services to support the diverse learner’s needs” and operate a language school in Chiang Mai to assist with language requirements. It does not detail specific types of SEN supported, nor indicate that ABA is a specialist SEN school.
The school states that all core subjects are taught in English and mentions a language school to offer further assistance to students’ language needs. However, it does not describe a formal EAL programme or designated staff for EAL support.
The website does not provide public information about mental health programmes, counselling services, or staff devoted to mental wellbeing support.
There are no publicly available details on the school's website regarding safeguarding policies, procedures, or child protection staff.
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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