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TPIS provides a British education drawn on the English National Curriculum and adapted to Thai culture. The learning program is built around six interlinked elements designed to develop caring, resilient individuals who can demonstrate leadership in a globalized world, including ACADEMICS, ACTIVITIES, OUTDOOR EDUCATION, and LEARNING FOR LIFE. The curriculum covers Early Years through Secondary and offers IGCSE in KS4 and A Level pathways, with TPIS acting as an examination centre for IGCSE and AS/A Level.
TPIS offers extensive arts and creative activities, including music, drama, art and culinary arts as part of the co-curricular program. LAMDA-accredited programs support drama and communication skills. The school provides more than 40 opportunities across STEM, sports, arts and creative disciplines.
TPIS supports multilingual learners and provides language development opportunities. Mandarin is offered as a foreign language. Thai language, culture and history are integrated into the curriculum as part of accreditation and program.
TPIS uses a house system to foster community, teamwork and school spirit through regular house events. There are many clubs and activities across sports, arts and leadership opportunities. The schedule includes house events for primary and competitions for secondary.
The school offers the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award as part of its co-curricular program. The Learning for Life element includes community service and global citizenship initiatives. The school's accreditation and ISP membership reflect engagement with a global community.
Leadership and professional development are embedded in TPIS's co-curricular program. LAMDA and Duke of Edinburgh's International Award provide leadership and personal development opportunities. TPIS is a member of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), which links TPIS with a global network of schools.
Outdoor Education is one of the six interlinked elements of TPIS's learning program. The program emphasizes wellbeing, resilience and personal development. The curriculum aims to develop holistic wellbeing alongside academic achievement.
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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