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Headstart International School Cherngtalay Campus

Thailand, Phuket

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 347,000 - 491,000
Ages 2 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 2023
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Headstart International School
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin, Russian, Thai
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Located in central Phuket, HeadStart International School’s Chaofah City Campus offers a British-style education for children aged 2–18. Following the English National Curriculum, the school prepares students for Cambridge IGCSE and A Level or BTEC pathways. Its campus features classrooms, two football pitches, a 25m swimming pool, tennis courts, science labs, and theatres. Standout programs include the Eco School initiative, empowering students to lead sustainability efforts and collaborate on environmental projects. The CAPA program enables expression in music, drama, and art, with termly showcases. Languages taught include Thai, Mandarin, French, and Russian. Students enjoy ) a wide variety of enrichment clubs, and a comprehensive transport service. With teachers from the UK, Australia, and the US, and a strong emphasis on academic and personal development, the school is well-suited to international families seeking continuity and quality education in Thailand.

This campus is part of Headstart International School

9 2 Srisoonthorn Rd, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand

The Essentials

Headstart International School Cherngtalay Campus has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
HeadStart Cherngtalay Campus is situated at 9/2 Srisoonthorn Rd, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand. It lies in a family-friendly suburb near Laguna, Boat Avenue, and Pasak, with local shops, cafés, and clinics within easy reach. The school is accessible via quality roads.

Stages
The school offers education from Foundation (age 2) through to Year 9 (age 14). It includes Early Years (Foundation), Primary School (Years 1–6), and Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3, Years 7–9)—all in preparation for students to transition to the Chaofah City Campus from Year 10 onwards.

Type
This is a co‑educational day school. There are no boarding facilities available at this campus.

Additional learning support
While specific facilities for Cherngtalay are not detailed online, HeadStart campuses provide Learning Support for Additional Educational Needs (AEN), including small‑group tuition, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and collaboration with external specialists when needed.

Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any country.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliations.

School day structure
The school operates Monday to Friday, starting with homeroom from 8:00 to 8:20 am. Students attend six academic lessons, with a morning break at 10:15 and a lunch break from 12:30 to 1:25 pm. The final lesson ends at 3:20 pm, followed by a short break. Optional Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) run from 3:30 to 4:20 pm, and Academy programmes are available from 4:30 to 6:00 pm.

Bus service
HeadStart Cherngtalay offers a school transport service for students living in the surrounding areas. The service includes air-conditioned vans with seatbelts and designated drop-off and pick-up points. Transport staff are trained to ensure safety and punctuality. Parents coordinate directly with the school’s transport coordinator for routes, availability, and fees.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required and sold at the school shop with a no-exchange policy. Foundation girls wear a white blouse with a navy pinafore; Foundation boys wear a blue shirt with navy shorts; Primary and Secondary wear blue shirts with beige skirts or beige shorts, and Sixth Form wear grey shirts with grey trousers or skirts. PE kit is a white dry-fit polo shirt with blue shorts; a HeadStart jacket is optional from Year 3 and only this jacket is allowed; sandals are not allowed.

Food Options
Lunch is provided for all pupils with healthy, low-sugar and low-salt meals using local produce; dietary requirements are accommodated with permission. Snacks are provided during morning and afternoon breaks. A coffee shop run by an external operator offers additional items. The Food Service Committee represents pupils, teachers, parents and professionals and advises on menus and food quality.

House System
Every student and staff member belongs to a House: Red Phoenixes, Yellow Cheetahs, Green Dragons, and Blue Tigers. The system promotes TUFF (Teamwork. Unity. Friendship. Fun.); Friday is House shirt day and houses compete in quizzes, sports and other activities for points toward a final prize.

Governance and Ownership
The school is privately owned by shareholders. The Board of Directors delegates long-term strategy to the School Board and day-to-day operations to the Senior Management Team, including a CEO, School Director, Headmaster and Primary and Secondary Principals.
Fees

Annual tuition at Headstart International School Cherngtalay Campus ranges from THB 347,000 to THB 491,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Enrolment Fees

* Application Fee: THB 5,000 per child (non-refundable)
* Entrance Fee: THB 100,000 (one-time, non-refundable)
* Endowment Fee: THB 75,000 (refundable upon permanent withdrawal, subject to conditions)

Tuition Fees by Year Group

* Preschool & Early Years–Reception (EY–REC)
* Term 1: THB 139,000
* Term 2: THB 104,000
* Term 3: THB 104,000
* Annual Total: THB 347,000

* Years 1–6
* Term 1: THB 174,000
* Term 2: THB 130,000
* Term 3: THB 130,000
* Annual Total: THB 434,000

* Years 7–9
* Term 1: THB 197,000
* Term 2: THB 147,000
* Term 3: THB 147,000
* Annual Total: THB 491,000

Billing Schedule

* Billed termly by email, 3 times per year


Sibling Discounts

* 2nd child: 10% discount on tuition fees
* 3rd+ child: 15% discount
* Entrance and Endowment fees only apply to the first two children

Payment Options
* Accepted: Cash, bank transfer, Thai & foreign debit/credit cards

Refund Policy

* Endowment Fee: Refunded with 30-day written notice before end of Term 3 and no outstanding balance
* Term Fees:
* Term 1: 90 days' notice
* Terms 2 & 3: 45 days' notice
* Refunds processed \~2 weeks after last day of school year

Included in Fees

* Meals and snacks (Foundation & Primary)
* ECAs (Extra-Curricular Activities)
* Accident insurance
* School trips
* Duke of Edinburgh Award (registration billed separately)

Additional Charges

* Uniforms, bus service, academies, academic competitions, music lessons, lost library books, textbooks
* EAL Support: THB 50,000/year (for students needing English language assistance)
* AEN Support: THB 50,000/year (for students with additional educational needs)
Academics

Headstart International School Cherngtalay Campus teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 2 to 14.

Curriculum
HeadStart Cherngtalay follows the British Curriculum from Early Years through to Key Stage 3. The Foundation stage uses the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework, focusing on early literacy, numeracy, and personal development. Primary students (Years 1–6) follow Key Stages 1 and 2, which include English, maths, science, computing, PSHE, humanities, and the arts. In Years 7–9 (Key Stage 3), students follow a subject-based timetable with English, maths, science, geography, history, ICT, art, music, PE, and languages such as French, Mandarin, or Russian. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the transition to the Cambridge IGCSE pathway offered at the Chaofah City campus from Year 10 onward. Instruction is primarily in English, with tailored support provided for English language learners.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional learning is supported through the work of the Student Support Team, which includes counsellors and pastoral staff. The school provides classroom-based Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE). Homeroom teachers and pastoral coordinators monitor students' wellbeing and support character development through learner attributes such as resilience, respect, and collaboration. Peer mentoring and house activities also help to build emotional and social skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
HeadStart defines students with Additional Educational Needs (AEN) as those experiencing significantly greater learning difficulties than peers. These may include difficulties in academic attainment, communication, emotional intelligence, or physical impairments. The Learning Support Coordinator leads identification, assessment, and intervention following UK Code of Practice procedures. Support includes Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) developed with families and teachers, and regular reviews. The school provides support for mild to moderate needs and may guide families to alternative provisions if a student's needs exceed in-school resources. AEN services incur additional fees.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school mentions that it provides support for students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) on its website. However, it does not publicly disclose specific details about the provision, staff, or structure of the EAL programme at the Cherngtalay campus.

Mental Wellbeing
HeadStart offers a counselling service led by qualified school counsellors based in the Student Support Office. Support is available for issues such as stress, low mood, anxiety, relationships, grief, and school-related concerns. Counselling is open to all students, with particular focus on at-risk students and those with additional needs. Counsellors also work on resilience-building through mindfulness, coaching, and growth mindset strategies. The counselling team collaborates with homeroom teachers, academic leaders, and safeguarding staff to ensure student wellbeing is prioritised.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding at HeadStart is the responsibility of all staff, volunteers, and community members. The school maintains systems such as a Designated Safeguarding Person, a Student Concern Committee, a Staff Code of Conduct, and other supporting policies. All staff undergo induction and training on safeguarding expectations. The school follows Safer Recruitment practices, including background checks for employees, and has procedures for managing allegations of abuse. Safeguarding policies align with UK and Thai legislation and the standards of accrediting bodies. Systems are also in place for students to raise concerns, with staff acting in the best interests of the child at all times.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
HeadStart International School’s Cherngtalay Campus officially opened in August 2023 as an expansion of its main Chaofah City campus. Located in northwestern Phuket, this second campus was established to meet increasing demand from families residing in the Cherngtalay, Laguna, and Thalang areas. The school is operated by HeadStart Education Co., Ltd. and is licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education. It offers a British-based curriculum and currently caters to students from Preschool through Year 9.

Community
The Cherngtalay Campus serves a growing international community and offers a close-knit school environment tailored to families in Phuket’s northern region. Community engagement is encouraged through school events, cultural celebrations, and opportunities for parent involvement. As a newer campus, it emphasizes community building and inclusive participation from both local and expatriate families. Students benefit from a mix of international perspectives, and the school fosters connections through regular communication and shared activities across year levels.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The HeadStart Parent Committee provides a structured platform for parents to actively contribute to the educational experience of their children. Comprising representatives from Foundation, Primary, and Secondary classes, the committee aims to reflect the diversity of the school’s international community. Its members support the school by advising on policy matters, helping to organise extra-curricular and social activities, and providing peer support for fellow parents.

The committee plays a hands-on role in organising events such as welcome gatherings for new families, talks on parenting topics, and fundraising activities. It also assists with school events and contributes to school communications like the newsletter. Meetings are held at least three times a year, typically on the Thursday after mid-term breaks, and members are encouraged to maintain regular attendance. Communication between the committee, the school, and parents is primarily conducted via email, with flexibility based on urgency and context.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
Opened in August 2023, HeadStart Cherngtalay Campus is a purpose-built facility in the north of Phuket. It sits on 24 Rai (38,000 sq m) of mountainside landscape and is about 4 km from Bangtao Beach. The campus offers Foundation, Primary and lower Secondary (Year 7-9) programmes with around 400 students enrolled from Preschool to Year 9. The campus is supported by professional educators providing a teaching and learning environment for Phuket's international and culturally diverse community. It offers academic, artistic and physical education experiences.

Sports Facilities
The Cherngtalay Campus has a 50 meter Olympic size pool and a small children's pool. It includes dance studios and a sports hall for physical education. There is a dining hall and a kitchen on site. The Phase 1 & 2 facilities include primary playground and foundation playground, a primary hall, outdoor parking and underground parking. Administrative and Visitor Rooms are on site.

Academic Facilities
Phase 1 & 2 facilities include Foundation Classrooms, Primary Classrooms and Secondary Classrooms; Art Classrooms; Music Classrooms; Indoor Learning Center; Primary Hall; Primary Playground; Foundation Playground. The spaces are designed to be inclusive and accommodating to support academic and social development. Administrative and Visitor Rooms are part of the facilities. There are multiple learning spaces to support different teaching methods. The campus provides spaces for collaboration, individual study and project work.

Extra Curricular Facilities
HeadStart Cherngtalay Campus offers an extensive programme of Extra Curricular Activities. World-class arts and sports facilities support students in exploring their passions. The extra-curricular programme provides opportunities for creativity and physical development beyond core academics. The facilities enable a broad range of activities across arts, sports and performance. An emphasis on activity supports student well-being and community engagement.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Cherngtalay Campus opened in August 2023 and is a purpose-built campus in the north of Phuket. It offers education for Foundation, Primary and lower Secondary (Year 7-9) with about 400 students enrolled from Preschool to Year 9.
Languages

Language Provision
Mandarin is taught as a Foreign Language. Thai is taught with Thai First Language and Thai Foreign Language tracks.
Reputation

Awards
There is no publicly available information about school-wide awards received in the past five years specifically for the Cherngtalay campus.

Accreditations
* Cambridge International School: Licensed to deliver Cambridge International Examinations including IGCSE, AS, and A Levels, recognised globally by universities and employers.

* BTEC Approved Centre (Pearson): Offers vocational qualifications in the Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) framework for Sixth Form students.

* Education Development Trust (EDT): Accredited with the International School Quality Mark (ISQM). Evaluated on 8 quality standards, consistently rated as "good with outstanding features".

* International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM) – Silver Accreditation: Recognised for meeting high international standards in educational practice and school improvement.

* International School Association of Thailand (ISAT): Member of ISAT, a professional association supporting international schools in Thailand.

* The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award: Authorised provider of this personal development programme for young people.

* Ministry of Education (Thailand): Licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education to operate Preschool through Secondary education programmes.

* Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA): Compliant with national Thai quality assurance and evaluation standards.

* Office of the Private Education Commission (Thailand): Recognised as an approved private educational institution.

* Ministry of Social Development and Human Security: Affiliated under government guidelines supporting social responsibility and safeguarding.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Book a campus tour or open day visit.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain insight into the learning environment, facilities, and curriculum. Tours are arranged by appointment and may include meetings with school leaders or admissions staff.

2. Fill out the Application Form.
A parent or carer completes the school’s application form, which is available online. This form collects essential details about the student, academic history, and any additional needs.

3. Entrance Examination (Years 3–13).
Students applying for Years 3 to 13 must sit an entrance exam to assess academic suitability. A non-refundable fee of 3,000 THB applies for each student being assessed.

4. Interview with Head of Primary or Secondary.
Following the exam, the student and family attend an interview with the relevant Head of School. This helps determine readiness, support needs, and student-school fit.

5. Complete the Home and School Partnership Agreement.
If a place is offered, parents/guardians sign a formal agreement confirming their understanding of the school’s expectations, values, and policies (e.g. code of conduct, dress code).

6. Submit Required Documents.
The registrar will request key documentation, including ID, school reports, health records, and any relevant learning support assessments.

7. Receive Invoice and Pay Fees.
The accounting department issues an invoice by email. Once fees are paid, the student’s enrolment is confirmed.

Waitlist
There is no information available about the waitlist process on the school's website.
School Events
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