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Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Opening in August 2026, Highgate International School Thailand brings nearly 460 years of British educational heritage to Chonburi province. Operating in partnership with Siam Motors Group, the campus will initially welcome Pre-Prep and Junior students. Following a phased expansion, the school plans its Senior School and boarding options for entry in August 2027, providing education for students aged 2 to 18. Students follow the English National Curriculum, progressing to IGCSE and A Level qualifications. The 27-acre campus features an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a FIFA-standard football pitch, a Golf Academy, a black-box theatre, and a dedicated STEM building. A unique feature is the Highgate Visitor Centre, which allows founding families to engage with school leadership and curriculum planning before the campus is officially completed. Additionally, the institution mirrors its London counterpart's three-school structure—Pre-Prep, Junior, and Senior School—ensuring age-appropriate pastoral care alongside community service and performing arts programs.
Highgate International School has instruction in English.
Location
Highgate International School Thailand is situated near the Siam Country Club in Chonburi province, east of Pattaya City. The campus is located approximately 80 to 90 minutes' drive south-east of Bangkok. This position serves local residents and families relocating to the Eastern Seaboard area.
Stages
The institution accommodates students from ages 2 to 18 and follows a three-school format: Pre-Prep, Junior School, and Senior School. The campus will open in August 2026 for Pre-Nursery to Year 6, with Senior School classes for Years 7 to 9 scheduled to launch in August 2027.
Type
The school is a mainstream, co-educational independent institution. It will initially open as a day school, with full and weekly boarding options planned to become available from 2028.
Additional learning support
Specific provisions and facilities for Additional Learning Needs (SEN) are not currently detailed by the school.
Country affiliation
The school is officially affiliated with the United Kingdom, operating as the first international branch of Highgate School in London and delivering the English National Curriculum.
Religious affiliation
The school does not state any specific religious affiliation.
School day structure
Not currently published by the school publicly.
Bus service
Details regarding a dedicated school bus service, including transport providers and specific neighborhood routes, are not yet available.
Academics
Highgate International School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
Highgate International School Thailand follows the English National Curriculum across its three school stages. The Pre-Prep department focuses on foundational learning for younger children, incorporating phonics, literacy, and numeracy within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. In the Junior School, pupils continue with the National Curriculum through an enquiry-based approach across core subjects to build upon these early skills. As students progress to the Senior School, the educational pathway shifts to prepare them for formal, internationally recognised qualifications. Senior students will study for and sit IGCSE examinations before moving on to complete A Level courses in their final two years.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school does not publicly disclose specific information regarding its Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) provision, staff, or targeted initiatives. The official framework references a general focus on student development to ensure pupils are intellectually, emotionally, culturally, and practically equipped. The school emphasizes a values-led approach intended to nurture imagination, ambition, and compassion. For precise details on SEL programming and staff support, prospective parents should consult the admissions team directly.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding provisions for Special Educational Needs (SEN). Highgate International School Thailand operates as a mainstream school rather than a specialist SEN institution. Families requiring specific SEN accommodations are advised to reach out directly to the school's admissions office for further guidance.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding its English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision. There is currently no mention of specific EAL programmes, dedicated support staff, or language initiatives for non-native English speakers.
Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose specific programmes or dedicated staff for mental wellbeing support. Official announcements mention a commitment to wellbeing and the provision of personalised pastoral care for students. The school also notes that student voices are actively championed and respected to support their overall welfare. Beyond these general pastoral commitments, detailed mental health initiatives or counselling provisions are not listed.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose specific safeguarding policies, detailed child protection procedures, or dedicated safeguarding staff information.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Apply To begin the process, parents must complete and submit the school's online application form. This submission must include specific supporting documents, such as a passport, Thai ID, or birth certificate. Additionally, parents need to provide a recent photo and, if applicable, the child's previous school report to ensure the application is ready for review.
2. Assessment Once the application is received, the Admissions team will contact parents to schedule an assessment for the child. This assessment is tailored to the child's age and will last anywhere between 30 minutes and two hours. This stage also includes an interview for the parents, as the school uses this time to ensure families understand and support their educational values.
3. Offer If the assessment is successful, the school will send a formal offer of a place within seven days of the assessment date. To secure the child's seat, parents are required to sign a letter of acceptance alongside the school's terms and conditions. Finally, the admissions process is completed by paying the required enrolment fee.
Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding scholarships.
Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a waitlist or pool system.
