Thailand, Bangkok
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Ruamrudee International School offers a US-style curriculum across all grade levels, culminating in a U.S. high school diploma. In Early Childhood (incorporates the Reggio Emilia approach) and Elementary (PreK–Grade 5), the curriculum emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning, integrating specialist subjects like music, art, PE, and Thai. Middle School (Grades 6–8) builds foundational skills with core subjects, English, math, science, social studies, and offers electives including world languages, performing arts, and STEM, guided by the American Education Reaches Out (AERO) standards. High School students (Grades 9–12) follow a credit-based system and can choose from a range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses starting in Grade 9. In Grades 11–12, students may opt to pursue the full International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme or individual IB courses alongside AP and general courses. Advisory programs, service learning, and co-curricular activities are integrated at all levels.
Ruamrudee International School (RIS) is a private, Catholic international school located in Minburi, Bangkok. Founded in 1957, RIS offers education from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 welcoming students of all faiths and nationalities. The school follows a U.S.-based curriculum, offering the American high school diploma, with additional pathways through the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP). The campus features facilities including modern science and computer labs, a performing arts center, two libraries, athletic fields, a swimming pool, fitness centers, maker spaces, and dedicated areas for early childhood education.
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