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1. Document Preparation
Parents prepare scans of all required documents: recent school reports (last 2 years), birth certificate, parents’ and student passports, photos, and for dual nationals, Thai ID and house registration. Existing forms, such as the Application Agreement and doctor’s letter, must be completed and uploaded online.
2. Online Submission
Applications must be submitted through the school’s online portal (non-Thai or Thai national streams), with all documents uploaded and the application fee paid. The process begins with login/registration and proceeds only when files are complete.
3. Assessment & Review
The admissions team reviews all application materials. Depending on age and needs, students may undergo assessments such as EAL for English proficiency or readiness checks for early years. Teacher recommendations and writing samples are also required.
4. Decision & Offer
Based on assessments, past school reports, recommendations, and available space, a formal offer letter is issued by the Head of School. A THB 50,000 acceptance fee (deposit) is due once the offer is accepted.
5. Enrollment
Upon receipt of the signed offer letter, deposit, and (for non-Thai students) valid non-immigrant visa documents, student enrollment is confirmed.
The school does maintain a waiting pool when year groups are full. Placement on the waitlist depends on factors such as availability, siblings at the school, returning students, date of application, and the need for support services.
Bangkok Patana does not offer in-house academic scholarships.
Bangkok Patana School is an international school in Bangkok, Thailand, established in 1957. It offers a British-based education for students from early years through to secondary. The school follows the English National Curriculum up to Year 11, after which students take IGCSE exams. In Years 12 and 13, students follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The school has a diverse student body and offers instruction primarily in English, with additional language options and support for non-native speakers. The campus is large and well-equipped, with dedicated spaces for science, technology, music, drama, and art. Facilities include multiple libraries, sports halls, swimming pools, tennis courts, football fields, and a gymnastics centre. There are also outdoor learning areas, a theatre, and spaces for student wellbeing and learning support. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic learning and extracurricular opportunities across sports, arts, and community service.
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