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The school uses the English National Curriculum in primary and the Cambridge Curriculum in secondary, leading to IGCSE and A Level. The Cambridge IGCSE is the internationally recognized qualification, and A Levels prepare students for university entrance. The curriculum emphasizes the 4 Cs—confidence, creativity, communication and collaboration—as part of a British-style international education. Assessments at enrolment and ongoing progress tracking help place students and set targets.
The school provides Music, Drama and Art as core creative subjects, with specialist teachers enabling students to excel in Thai, Art, Chinese, Computing, Music and PE. There are dedicated spaces on campus for the arts, including a Music Room, a Drama Studio and an Art Room. Co-curricular activities in arts are part of the school life, with performances and exhibitions linked to events and term activities.
English is the language of instruction; Thai language, culture and history are taught and celebrated. Thai nationals study Thai as part of the curriculum, and specialist teachers support progress in Thai, Art, Chinese, Computing, Music and PE, with Chinese offered as part of the language provision.
Co-curricular activities run three days per week, providing opportunities beyond core academics. The school organizes trips and a variety of activities throughout the year, including sports, arts and competitions. A school Gazette and related publications document student life and achievements alongside annual events.
The school is committed to safeguarding and child protection, with a designated safeguarding lead, annual staff training, background checks and formal safeguarding policies. There is a nurse on site and a medical centre, plus a partnership with a local private hospital; the site is secure with guards and regular fire and lockdown drills. The school environment is described as safe, happy and successful, emphasizing personalised attention in a small setting.
Bloomsbury International School Hatyai, founded in 2014, serves around 140–200 students aged 2 to 18, offering both day and boarding options. Early Years (ages 2–5) follow the English EYFS framework, Primary follows the English National Curriculum, and Secondary students study the Cambridge curriculum, progressing to IGCSE and A‑Level qualifications. The school emphasizes small class sizes and close student–teacher relationships. Musical performance and drama are prominent, with strong uptake in IGCSE subjects and creative arts supported by dedicated facilities such as art rooms, music, and drama studios. Bloomsbury also hosts various clubs such as robotics, Thai cooking, yoga, and board games. encouraging students to explore interests beyond the classroom.
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