Thailand, Chonburi
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Odyssey International School in Pattaya, Thailand follows a strengths-based approach. The day begins with a Morning Meeting to support well-being and belonging, followed by a Morning Workshop that builds English and Maths with grouping by ability. Throughout the week, lessons include Art, Thai, and Physical Education to ensure a well-rounded program. Afternoons focus on individualized targets, small-group unit studies, or projects using Mantle of the Expert or Leonardo Effect. The program emphasizes personalised learning, emotional well-being, and creative thinking.
Physical Education is included in the weekly program. Students participate in regular physical activity to energize their bodies and minds. Outdoor experiences such as forest or field classes are part of the program.
Morning Workshop focuses on foundational English and Maths with groups based on current ability. Afternoons focus on individualised targets, small-group unit studies, or projects using Mantle of the Expert or Leonardo Effect. The program emphasizes personalised learning, aiming for academic excellence and emotional well-being. It also highlights creative thinking through the Mantle of the Expert and Leonardo Effect approaches.
Art is included in the weekly program, and Thai language lessons are part of the curriculum. Physical Education is scheduled weekly. Outdoor experiences, including forest or field activities, are part of learning.
Odyssey International School, established in 2021 near Pattaya in Bang Lamung, serves children aged 2.5 to 16 in small, mixed‑age classes that begin each day with a morning wellbeing check‑in. The school follows the British curriculum (including EYFS, IPC, IGCSE, and A‑Levels) using project‑based approaches like the Hero Curriculum and Mantle of the Expert, designed to bring history, science, and English to life through storytelling and real‑world challenges. The campus encourages outdoor learning, students explore nature, work on hands‑on projects, and benefit from weekly Thai, art, and PE lessons. The school also offers New Era Academy speech and drama qualifications, nurturing confidence and creative communication. With just over 30 students, Odyssey offers a close-knit community where each child is valued for their unique strengths.
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