Thailand, Ko Pha Ngan
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The school operates Early Years (ages 4-5), Primary (ages 5-11) and Secondary (ages 11-16). It is Cambridge International-accredited and uses a skills-based curriculum that encourages creative, collaborative learning across academics, music, sport, art and beyond. Teachers hold international teaching qualifications with an average of about 10 years of experience. The school offers Lower Secondary KS3 and Upper Secondary KS4 programs, along with an Enrichment Programme and EAL & literacy support to assist diverse learners.
The curriculum emphasizes creativity across academics, music, sport and the arts, supported by an Enrichment Programme and after-school activities. Learning is designed to be hands-on and engaging, with opportunities in art and performance.
The school is located on Koh Phangan, Thailand, and includes a Thai team. EAL & literacy support is available to assist language learners.
There is an After-School Activities program and a broader School Life offering, including safeguarding and pastoral care to support student interactions and well-being.
Eco-Schools is part of the school's environment program, with Eco Code and related initiatives.
Pastoral care and safeguarding are provided to support student safety and well-being. The school offers school meals and transport to support daily routines.
Si Ri Panya International School on Koh Phangan opened in 2012 and gained its official international school license in September 2019, offering British primary education and Cambridge IGCSE qualifications. Set in the serene Ban Tai area, the campus is easily accessible on the island yet surrounded by lush, green outdoor learning spaces. The school serves ages 3 to 18, with class sizes capped at 20 and around 155 students from over 20 nationalities. The school delivers the British National Curriculum in primary and Cambridge IGCSEs in secondary, taught in English, with Thai, Spanish, and French offered as subject languages. Facilities include science and design-technology labs, two libraries, and a covered basketball court. Notably, the school holds the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award and runs Koh Phangan’s first Precious Plastic recycling project, integrating sustainability into student learning. Leadership comes from Director Nicola Bunchuay, and day-school transport is available. Si Ri Panya blends curricular focus with environmental initiative in a supportive island setting.
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