Thailand, Bangkok
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Mandarin is taught from Reception. Thai language and culture are taught through Thai Classes, with Thai heritage activities embedded in the curriculum. Thai language topics are integrated across year groups, and staff include bilingual Thai–English assistants to support language learning. The British curriculum underpins language education at King's Bangkok.
Bilingual teaching is provided in Early Years, with an assistant teacher who speaks both Thai and English to support students learning English as an additional language. Mandarin is taught from Reception onwards. Thai language and culture are integrated through Thai Classes and ongoing Thai heritage celebrations as part of the curriculum, including Loy Krathong and Songkran.
King’s College International School Bangkok is a British-curriculum day school for boys and girls aged 2 to 18. Located in Bangkok’s Ratchada–Rama 3 area, the school follows the UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), progressing through Key Stages 1–5, with students preparing for IGCSE and A Level qualifications. The curriculum is modelled after King’s College School, Wimbledon. Students benefit from specialist-taught subjects from a young age, including Thai and Mandarin in the Early Years. Facilities include science labs, robotics and design technology studios, indoor and outdoor sports areas, and a performing arts theatre. A distinctive feature of the school is its strong emphasis on character development through co-curricular activities, residential trips, and leadership opportunities. These include service learning programmes and initiatives inspired by frameworks such as The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. Sixth Form students receive university counselling and academic mentorship tailored to the entry requirements of top global universities.
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