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Thailand, Chumphon
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Application Submission: Families begin by submitting an application form along with a non-refundable application fee. At this stage, supporting documents such as previous school records, identification, and health information are typically required.
Placement Test: From Grade 1 onwards, new students are required to take a placement test. This includes an English proficiency assessment (covering speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, and spelling) and a mathematics test (basic operations, problem solving, and analysis skills). Results are used to evaluate the child’s academic background and readiness.
School Review: The admissions office reviews the application form, test results, and prior academic performance, alongside the child’s age, emotional development, and social readiness. This helps determine suitability for the grade level applied for.
Registration and Fees: Once an offer is made, parents must pay the registration fee, cash deposit, and school uniform fee. These payments secure the child’s place at the school. The deposit is refundable upon withdrawal, subject to conditions.
Enrollment Confirmation: After fees are settled, families receive confirmation of enrollment. Returning students only pay the tuition fees for the new academic year, and families can choose either the term-based payment schedule or the eight-installment plan beginning in May.
Theodore International School does not publicly disclose operating a waitlist or pool system.
The school does not publicly disclose any scholarship programs or financial aid opportunities.
Theodore International School (TIS) was established in 2014 in Chumphon to offer international-standard education within a Christian framework. Located in Takded District, it’s approximately 6 km from Chumphon town centre, easily accessible near major stores, and around 15 km from two popular beaches. TIS serves learners aged 2 to 16, delivering an American curriculum grounded in Christian values. Class sizes are kept small (average 7, maximum 15), creating an attentive learning environment. Instruction is conducted in English, and support is available for assessments such as the MAP, SAT, ACT, and Cambridge English exams. The school also incorporates technology in classrooms and offers a bus service, balancing both academic offerings and practical student support. TIS stands out for its Christian-based service ethos, hands-on academic enrichment, and focused use of technology and STEM resources.
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