Thailand, Bangkok
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The Discovery Campus is located at the beginning of Ekkamai Soi 2 in central Bangkok, close to Ekkamai BTS Skytrain station. This area is part of the Sukhumvit district, known for its international community, family-friendly amenities, and easy access to shops, cafés, and services. The school’s position makes it convenient for families living in central and eastern Bangkok.
The school provides preschool education for children aged 18 months to 5 years in the International Programme and 18 months to 6 years in the Japanese Bilingual Programme. Levels include Nursery, Foundation Stage 1 (FS1), and Foundation Stage 2 (FS2), following the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Kids’ Academy Discovery Campus is a co-educational day school.
The school keeps class sizes small to provide individual attention. While there is no dedicated SEN department mentioned, teachers adapt learning activities to suit different abilities within the Early Years framework.
The school is not formally affiliated with any country.
The school has no religious affiliation.
For Nursery, the school day runs from 8:15 am to 1:00 pm, with after-school activities available until 2:00 pm or extended hours until 3:00 pm. FS1 and FS2 students attend from 8:15 am to 2:00 pm, with after-school sessions available until 3:00 pm. Lunch is provided on-site, and after-school activities are optional.
A bus service is available for families, covering the Thong Lor–Ekkamai area, Sukhumvit Soi 3–71, and other locations in Bangkok. Fees vary by zone, and the service operates on a termly payment basis.
Application / Enrolment Fees
Enrolment / Registration Fee: THB 100,000 (one-time, non-refundable; includes accident insurance).
Refundable Deposit: THB 20,000, refundable upon withdrawal with 30 days’ written notice.
Tuition Fees (per term)
Nursery (Buttercups & Bluebells, 1.5–3 years):
3 days/week – THB 116,000
4 days/week – THB 139,500
5 days/week – THB 151,200
Nursery (Sunflowers, 3–4 years): 5 days/week – THB 151,200
Foundation Stage 1 (FS1, 4–5 years): 5 days/week – THB 170,900
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2, 5 years): 5 days/week – THB 172,900
Other Costs
Uniform items: THB 130–720 each (varies by item).
Class materials/resources: THB 3,350 per term.
Lunch & snacks: THB 8,000–10,950 per term (depending on days/week).
After-school activities: Costs vary (some free, others up to THB 32,500 per term).
Transport service: THB 26,800–35,600 per term depending on location.
Refund Information
Tuition fees are non-refundable except in cases of permanent relocation overseas. If withdrawal occurs before mid-term, 50% of fees may be refunded; no refund after mid-term.
Payment Options
Fees can be paid by credit card, bank transfer, or cheque (Thai Baht). All tuition fees for new enrolments must be paid at least 3 days before starting. Late payments incur a 1.5% monthly interest charge.
Opened in 2003, Kids’ Academy International School – Discovery Campus is located at the start of Ekkamai Soi 2, close to Ekkamai BTS in central Bangkok. Serving children aged 1.5 to 5 years, the school follows the British Curriculum with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Class sizes are kept small, ensuring personalised attention from UK-qualified teachers. Learning is enriched with specialised programmes such as Twinkl Phonics, the Oxford Reading Tree, and Numicon Maths. Pupils can also join intensive Thai and Mandarin language programmes. Facilities and activities support holistic development through sports, creative arts, and STEM-focused projects. After-school options include ballet, swimming, Thai boxing, clay and pottery, and Young Scientists clubs. With English as the main language of instruction, the Discovery Campus offers a warm, engaging start to a child’s educational journey, supported by school bus services covering key Bangkok areas.
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