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The Jataka School is a new international school in Bangkok that is scheduled to open in August 2026. It is being established under the leadership of Founding Principal Dr. Rachael Stevens. The institution was developed in partnership with Middle Way Education (USA) to integrate Asian wisdom traditions into a modern educational framework. The school will initially open for children in Early Years 1 and 2, and plans to expand its age range by adding one primary year group annually until it reaches Year 6 in 2031.
The school operates as an intentionally small, close-knit learning community designed to foster collaborative relationships between students, staff, and families. Daily communal life incorporates shared sustainable practices, such as utilizing the on-site community recycling centre, tending to an organic vegetable garden, and sharing locally sourced vegetarian meals. The community also regularly engages with regional traditions through daily Thai language and culture integration, as well as weekly philosophy sessions where students explore various perspectives together.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
The Jataka School is a centrally-located early years and primary school opening in Bangkok in August 2026. It interweaves the British curriculum with an innovative learning framework rooted in Buddhist wisdom, focusing on integrated meditation and daily reflection. Students experience an immersive bilingual environment, receiving instruction in English and Mandarin on alternate days, alongside daily Thai language and culture integration. Situated near the Bangchak BTS station, the campus features specific facilities such as an organic vegetable garden, a community recycling center, and exploratory ateliers. A truly unique feature is the "Distinctively Jataka" program, which emphasizes eco-sustainability and mindful nourishment through locally grown, environmentally friendly meals. Serving children aged 3 to 11 in multi-age communities, the school utilizes inquiry-led, play-based learning to foster critical thinking. Students are actively encouraged to practice daily "pauses" for inward reflection.
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