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RIS Ratchapruek Campus follows the American curriculum, which is standards-based and aligned to grade-level development. Standards include English language, mathematics, and social studies, with NGSS for science and ISTE for technology; the program emphasizes differentiation and ongoing assessments. The campus is fully accredited by WASC and offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses, with a program of choice and a candidate for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
The curriculum supports a broad range of disciplines and co-curricular opportunities that complement academic learning, including programs and exhibitions that integrate creativity and inquiry.
RIS emphasizes global citizenship and a multicultural community. English language acquisition is nurtured across the curriculum, and the Learning Support program provides personalized accommodations to support students from diverse backgrounds; RIS maintains an inclusive, interfaith environment with a Catholic identity.
Student life includes programs such as Extended Day Programs (EDP) and a House system, fostering community and teamwork through activities beyond formal class time.
RIS highlights global citizenship and aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging leadership and service in action within a diverse school community.
The school encourages leadership through its house system, student support services, and partnerships that connect learning to real-world organizations and opportunities.
The school emphasizes care, safety, and well-being within an inclusive environment, guided by Principles of Phoenix (Head, Hands, and Heart) to promote personal growth and balance.
Located just north of Bangkok in Nonthaburi, Ruamrudee International School’s Ratchapruek Campus (RISR) opened in August 2019 and serves students from Pre‑K 2 through Grade 11, with its first Grade 12 cohort launching in August 2025. Students follow a modified American curriculum aligned with AERO standards and, in upper grades, may choose between the IB Diploma Programme or the AP track. The school emphasizes inquiry-based STEM learning, service projects aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and creative expression through arts competitions and summer art classes. With English as the medium of instruction, and character development rooted in the “union of hearts” philosophy, RISR offers a nurturing and community-minded environment for international families seeking academic, creative, and service-oriented growth.
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