Thailand, Bangkok
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Bangkok Prep runs a Weekly Wellbeing Focus programme where topics such as “Asking for Support,” “Mind-Body Habits,” and “Positive Emotions” are addressed across the school community. Students are encouraged to use peer groups, teachers, and structured support networks as outlets for seeking help. The school promotes self-reflection, goal-setting, and strategies for building emotional resilience. Classroom discussions and form tutor sessions often integrate wellbeing themes to help students manage emotions and relationships. These initiatives aim to strengthen personal awareness and foster a supportive school culture.
Bangkok Prep employs Learning Mentors within a Student Success Team to assist students who require additional academic or behavioural support. The mentors provide small-group or individual sessions, help teachers with differentiated instruction, and maintain learning plans for each supported student. SEN provision is designed to enable access to the mainstream curriculum and is not operated as a specialist SEN school. Support levels are tailored to individual student needs and reviewed periodically. The school’s fee schedule also includes defined charges for Learning Support tiers.
The school has two full-time EAL teachers who deliver targeted withdrawal lessons to students requiring additional English support. Participation in the EAL programme is mandatory if a student is assessed as needing it. The provision is available from Year 1 through Year 9 and is reviewed as proficiency improves. Additional fees apply based on the level of support. The EAL programme may replace a World Language subject until the student reaches sufficient fluency to rejoin mainstream classes.
Mental well-being is incorporated through the Weekly Wellbeing Focus initiative, addressing areas such as resilience, emotional regulation, and mind-body awareness. Students are encouraged to practise mindfulness, positive thinking, and self-care routines. Teachers and tutors integrate wellbeing discussions into pastoral sessions and encourage open communication about mental health. The school also runs thematic campaigns to help students recognise stress and develop coping strategies. These efforts aim to create a safe and open environment for mental health awareness across all year groups.
Bangkok Prep follows a formal Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy aligned with the Thai Child Protection Act and international standards. The policy outlines procedures for prevention, reporting, and response to any safeguarding concerns. Designated safeguarding leads oversee implementation, and staff receive Level 3 safeguarding training. Recruitment policies include background checks and verification for all personnel working with children. The school emphasises its commitment to providing a safe learning environment where student welfare is the highest priority.
Bangkok Prep is a British-curriculum day school in central Bangkok serving ages 2–18 across Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. It follows the National Curriculum of England, moving to Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 and A Levels or BTEC in Sixth Form. The campus at 77 Sukhumvit 77 sits near BTS On Nut, with a free shuttle and door-to-door bus services for families. The school reports an average class size of 22 and an enrolment of 1,600+ students. Languages include Thai, Japanese (First Language), and Spanish, French, Mandarin as second-language options, with English as the language of instruction. Notable facilities and programmes showcased include extensive sports provision and a structured Music Programme with private instrumental lessons. A distinctive hallmark is Bangkok Prep’s sustainability leadership: the school is Thailand’s first Eco-Schools Green Flag recipient and has achieved three consecutive re-accreditations.
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