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Tara Pattana International School follows the British National Curriculum from Early Years through to Sixth Form.
Children begin with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in Playgroup, Nursery, and Reception. Primary students (Years 1–6) follow Key Stages 1 and 2, focusing on English, mathematics, science, humanities, and the arts.
In secondary (Years 7–9), students progress through Key Stage 3, before undertaking Pearson Edexcel IGCSE qualifications in Years 10–11.
Sixth Form students (Years 12–13) choose from in-school A Levels or a blended programme that combines in-person teaching with remote UK tutors. Thai is taught throughout, and Mandarin is offered as an elective in Key Stage 4.
Tara Pattana International School (TPIS) is a co-educational day school in Pattaya, Thailand, offering a British-style education for students aged 18 months to 18 years. The school follows the English National Curriculum, beginning with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and progressing through Key Stages 1–5. Secondary students study for Edexcel IGCSEs in Years 10–11, and A Levels via a blended learning programme in Years 12–13. TPIS integrates “Learning for Life,” Outdoor Education, and Global Citizenship into its academic framework. Languages taught include Thai, offered three times weekly, and Mandarin as a Key Stage 4 elective. The campus features science labs, art studios, a music room, a swimming pool, sports fields, and a full-service bus network. Class sizes average 16, with a maximum of 23 students per class. The school is led by Head of School Miss Ali Bourke and became part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) group in 2025.
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