Thailand, Bangkok
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The Discovery campus emphasizes play-based learning as the foundation of early years development. Learning occurs through planned, purposeful play that helps children gather information and develop critical skills. This approach supports future academic success and holistic growth. The campus is described as safe, engaging, and guided by experienced staff.
The Discovery campus focuses on International, Japanese and Mandarin programmes. This emphasis supports multilingual development in early childhood.
The environment enables independent exploration in a consistent, safe, and engaging setting, supporting social development and curiosity. Children learn through interaction with the learning environment and peers.
Facilities include two large playgrounds, a splash pool, a sand box, a learn-to-swim pool, a bicycle track, and vegetable patches. All are shaded under a canopy of green fruit trees to provide relief from the sun. The environment is described as safe, secure, and encouraging for children.
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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