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Three-Star Gold Standard Accreditation (four consecutive times)
Judged “outstanding” in each of eight internationally recognised performance categories by UK-qualified inspectors during triennial evaluations. This marks the school as the first worldwide to achieve four straight Gold Standard awards.
ISQM (International Schools Quality Mark) via Education Development Trust
A UK-based body authorised by Thailand’s Ministry of Education, awarded “Outstanding School” status and Gold Accreditation in 2012, 2015, 2018, and May 2023.
Licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education and accredited through ONESCA (Sor Mor Sor)
Recognised as an international school under Thailand’s formal inspection system.
British Schools Overseas (BSO)
A UK Government accreditation designating the school as an outstanding British-style school, listed on the UK Government Education Website.
The school does not provide any award listings on its official website.
St. Andrews Samakee International School, located in Nonthaburi just north of Bangkok, is a co-educational day school for children aged approximately 1 to 14. It follows the British curriculum, including the Early Years Foundation Stage. With around 152 students, the school maintains small class sizes to support personalised learning. English is the language of instruction, and there is a strong emphasis on social development within a close-knit community. A distinctive feature is the on-site farm and environmental programme, which fosters student engagement with sustainability and service, complemented by STEAM-focused activities. Under the leadership of Head of School Ms Monica Sudhirak, Samakee promotes curiosity, confidence, and care through learner-centred teaching. The school is particularly suited to families seeking a values-driven British international education in a supportive environment just outside central Bangkok.
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