Bangkok Patana School vs King’s College International School Bangkok

	B Bangkok Patana School Bangkok, Thailand	K King’s College International School Bangkok Bangkok, Thailand
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year THB 495,000 - 975,000	Fees / year THB 616,000 - 1,063,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 2,200	Pupils 1,600
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1957	Opened 2020
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Bangkok Patana School is located on La Salle Road (Sukhumvit 105), in the Bangna district of eastern Bangkok. The campus is easily accessible via the Bang Na BTS Skytrain station and major roads such as the Bang Na–Trat Expressway. It is situated in a residential area with close proximity to international communities and commercial hubs like Mega Bangna and BITEC.	Location King’s College International School Bangkok is located in the Ratchada–Rama 3 area of central Bangkok. This neighborhood is well connected to Sathorn and other major business and residential districts via expressways and public transport links. The school is situated in a modern, urban setting with nearby access to riverside areas and commercial amenities.
Stages	Stages Bangkok Patana School is divided into Early Years, Primary, and Secondary sections. The Early Years Foundation Stage includes Nursery, Foundation Stage 1 and 2. The Primary section runs from Year 1 to Year 6, while Secondary includes Year 7 through Year 13, ending with the IB Diploma Programme.	Stages The school is divided into three sections: Early Years (Pre-Nursery to Reception), Primary (Year 1 to Year 6), and Senior School (Year 7 to Year 13).
School type	School type Bangkok Patana School is a day school and It does not offer boarding facilities.	School type King’s College Bangkok is a co-educational day school for students aged 2 to 18.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Bangkok Patana offers a structured Additional Educational Needs (AEN) programme. Learning Support is available across all school levels, with specialized staff such as learning support teachers, educational psychologists, and speech and language therapists. Interventions may include small group sessions in literacy and numeracy, one-on-one academic coaching, and targeted support for executive functioning or language development. The school also runs an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme from Year 1 to Year 9 for students who need support accessing the curriculum in English. Additionally, a Gifted and Talented programme identifies and extends learning for high-ability students within the classroom and through enrichment.	Additional learning support The school provides tailored support to students with additional learning needs through a dedicated Learning Support Department. Specialist staff assess and support students through in-class strategies and one-on-one interventions when necessary.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is not affiliated with any country.	Country affiliation The school is affiliated with the United Kingdom through its partnership with King’s College School, Wimbledon.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Bangkok Patana School is not affiliated with any religion. It is a secular school that welcomes students from all faiths and cultural backgrounds.	Religious affiliation The school does not have a religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.	School day structure In the Early Years, the school day typically runs from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, with options for extended care. In the Primary and Senior School, lessons generally begin at 8:00 am and end at 3:30 pm, with lunch and short morning/afternoon breaks. Specific timings may vary slightly depending on the student’s year group.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school does offer a bus service. The service is divided into several distance-based zones: Zone 1A, 1B, 1C, and Zone 2. Shuttle bus options are also available for specific routes.	Bus service details The school prospectus and website do not mention a dedicated school bus or transportation service.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details One-Time Fees Application Fee: THB 4,000 Non-refundable. Paid at the time of application; does not guarantee placement. Entrance Fee: First Child: THB 250,000 Second/Subsequent Children: THB 200,000 Non-refundable. Payable upon acceptance before first entry. Staggered payment options available: Foundation Stage entrants: THB 40,000 first, remainder before Year 1 Year 1 entrants: THB 40,000 first, remainder before Year 3 Deposit: THB 50,000 (refundable) Returned upon withdrawal with notice and clearance of all dues. Annual Tuition Fees (by year level) These are paid termly in 3 installments. Fees include residential visits (Years 3–10 & Year 12) and lunch (Nursery–Year 6). Nursery: THB 495,000 (Term 1: 220,000 / Term 2: 145,000 / Term 3: 130,000) Foundation Stage 1: THB 555,000 (245,000 / 165,000 / 145,000) Foundation Stage 2: THB 615,000 (275,000 / 180,000 / 160,000) Year 1–2: THB 720,000 (320,000 / 210,000 / 190,000) Year 3: THB 760,000 (335,000 / 225,000 / 200,000) Year 4–5: THB 765,000 (340,000 / 225,000 / 200,000) Year 6: THB 780,000 (345,000 / 230,000 / 205,000) Year 7–9: THB 810,000 (360,000 / 240,000 / 210,000) Year 10: THB 920,000 (410,000 / 270,000 / 240,000) Year 11: THB 680,000 (410,000 / 270,000 / Term 3: waived) Year 12: THB 975,000 (435,000 / 285,000 / 255,000) Year 13: THB 720,000 (435,000 / 285,000 / Term 3: waived) Capital Assessment Fee Annual: THB 30,000 Term 1: 13,400 Term 2: 8,800 Term 3: 7,800 Paid termly alongside tuition. EAL Fee (English as an Additional Language) Applicable to Year 1–9 students only if required by the school. Annual: THB 105,000 Term 1: 46,700 Term 2: 30,900 Term 3: 27,400 Maximum of six terms of charges even if provision continues. Transport Fees Fees depend on distance zone and one-way vs round-trip: Zone 1A: One-way: THB 45,200 Round trip: THB 77,000 Zone 1B: One-way: THB 48,000 Round trip: THB 82,300 Zone 1C: One-way: THB 60,100 Round trip: THB 102,800 Zone 2: One-way: THB 67,800 Round trip: THB 116,100 Shuttle Bus: One-way: THB 9,000 Round trip: THB 18,000 Car seat supplement (Nursery, FS1–2, Year 1): THB 5,400 per year Discount: 20% for 3rd+ siblings Meal Fees (for Year 7–13 only) Annual Set Lunch: THB 19,800 Term 1: 8,800 Term 2: 5,800 Term 3: 5,200 Ad-hoc meals: THB 130 /meal; Noodle bar: THB 65/bowl Other Costs Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs): THB 450 admin fee per block (4 blocks/year); some activities may have extra costs. Instrumental Music Lessons: THB 650 per 30-minute private lesson Instrument rental: THB 1,000 per block (priority to Key Stage 3) Speech & Language Therapy: Assessment: THB 7,500 Therapy: THB 1,750/hour (per term) Refund Policy No refunds for short-term or authority-mandated closures. Refunds are available only on a half-term basis for: Tuition, capital, transport, and lunch (if leaving before half-term break) Prorated by remaining school days. Year 13 deposit refunds processed by 31 July. No refunds after first week of: ECAs Instrumental Music Sports Programme Payment Methods All payments must be in Thai Baht: Cash (only if ≤ THB 10,000) Cheque or cashier’s order (payable to Bangkok Patana School) Credit card (AMEX, KBank, Citibank/UOB; Thai cards only; installment plans available) Bank transfer via KBANK/CIMB Bill Payment (forms via Parent Gateway) Online payment via Parent Gateway (SCB, PayPal, QR Code) Direct bank transfer	Fee details Application and Registration Fees * Application Fee: THB 5,000 (non-refundable) * Registration Fee: THB 225,000 (non-refundable; partially refundable only if a place is not offered within 12 months) * Security Deposit: THB 200,000 (refundable upon graduation or withdrawal with one full term’s notice) Tuition Fees (per year, billed by term) * Pre-Nursery: THB 616,000 * Nursery: THB 698,000 * Reception: THB 756,000 * Year 1–2: THB 851,000 * Year 3–4: THB 912,000 * Year 5–6: THB 933,000 * Year 7–9: THB 968,000 * Year 10 & 12: THB 1,063,000 * Year 11 & 13: THB 990,000 Tuition fees include meals, EAL, core co-curriculars, SEN support (within policy), books, and equipment. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms * Invoices are issued each term and must be paid before the term begins * Late payment incurs a 1.5% monthly interest charge on outstanding balances Additional Costs * Uniforms, IT equipment, bus service, school trips, ECAs, private lessons, and exams are charged separately Refund Policy * Registration fee refundable only under specific conditions * Security deposit refundable if all conditions are met upon withdrawal Payment Options * Accepted via bank transfer, cheque (payable to school)
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement All students wear a uniform; Year 12 and Year 13 follow a strict dress code; black leather shoes are required as part of the uniform.	Uniform requirement Uniform and kits are required for all students. The policy states that school uniform promotes pride and belonging, identifies students with the school, is practical and comfortable, and designed with health and safety in mind. It also enables identification of students across different phases and denotes achievement.
Food options	Food options Two canteens serve daily international and Thai food with non-meat options; a nutritionist helps plan meals. The Noodle Bar offers Thai-style noodles and snack bars provide additional choices. Primary lunch is included in tuition, while Secondary students can purchase meal plans or lunch coupons; the Patana Card is used to pay for meals and snacks.	Food options Snacks and school lunches are provided by Epicure. Catering provides varied and balanced choices each day, and feedback from students, staff and parents is welcomed to improve the meals.
House system	House system The school has a house system with four houses: Samui, Phuket, Lanta and Chang. House activities include House Athletics and assemblies, coordinated by Year 12 House Captains.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is a not-for-profit foundation. The Bangkok Patana School Foundation Board governs operations, assisted by a Committee and Sub-Committee; at least 51 percent of Board members must be Thai nationals to own land. Sub-Committee members are current parents with relevant skills, and the Board, Committee and Sub-Committee are volunteers who do not receive compensation.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Governors. The Board includes governors from diverse backgrounds and connections to King's College School Wimbledon. The Chair of the Board is Professor Emeritus Khunying Suchada Kiranandana. The school collaborates with King's Wimbledon, and King's Wimbledon International School has a chair from its governance.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details In the early years and primary school, the school uses the English National Curriculum, starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework in Nursery and Foundation Stage. From Year 1 to Year 6, students continue with the UK national curriculum, covering core subjects like English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities, alongside specialist instruction in subjects like Music, Art, Physical Education, and Thai. In secondary school (Years 7 to 11), students continue with the English National Curriculum, and in Years 10 and 11, they study for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) exams, primarily under the Pearson Edexcel examination board. In Years 12 and 13, students follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). This is a two-year academic programme that includes six subject groups along with core components like the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).	Curriculum details King’s College International School Bangkok follows the English National Curriculum, adapted for an international context. In the Early Years (Pre-Nursery to Reception), learning is guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Primary students (Years 1–6) follow the core UK curriculum with specialist teaching in subjects like music, PE, and languages. In Secondary (Years 7–9), students continue with a broad subject base, preparing for IGCSEs in Years 10–11. Sixth Form students (Years 12–13) pursue A Level qualifications, with subject choices tailored to university pathways. The curriculum is supported by co-curricular activities and pastoral care integrated throughout.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar View document
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Bangkok Patana School places a strong emphasis on helping students understand and manage their emotions, build healthy relationships, and make responsible decisions. In the Primary School, social and emotional learning is embedded into classroom life through interactive activities, themed days, and storytelling. Younger students, for example, participate in “well-being chats” such as sharing pet photos to build empathy, connection, and emotional vocabulary. In Secondary, SEL is structured into the weekly Tutorial Programme, where students explore themes like emotional regulation, digital safety, personal values, and social health. These sessions often include group discussions, real-life scenario explorations, and guest speakers. A notable example of integrated SEL is a Year 8 project where students used drama to explore complex emotions, inspired by Inside Out 2. Through creative techniques like movement, tableau, and scriptwork, students practiced identifying and expressing emotions while applying the Zones of Regulation framework to build self-awareness and resilience.	Social & emotional learning The school embeds SEL through its house system, PSHE curriculum, and counselling services. From Year 1, students join houses to build friendships across year groups and engage in collaborative and competitive activities that promote responsibility, teamwork, and emotional resilience. Heads of House actively monitor student wellbeing. PSHE lessons teach respect, tolerance, and social responsibility. Counsellors offer individual and group sessions focused on personal, social, and academic development, with referrals accepted from teachers, principals, parents, or students. SEL is treated as a whole-school responsibility grounded in values of kindness and care.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Bangkok Patana has a dedicated Inclusion and Student Support team that provides services for students with mild to moderate learning needs. This includes Learning Support teachers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapy referrals when needed. Individual learning plans are created for students who need targeted strategies, and progress is monitored closely in collaboration with parents and teachers. The school also encourages a whole-school inclusive approach, where students with learning differences participate in mainstream classrooms with appropriate accommodations and support.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school supports students with mild to moderate SEN needs through its Learning Enrichment department. Provision includes targeted in-class support, small-group interventions, and coordination with families and external professionals. Staff are trained in inclusion strategies, and admissions decisions for students with SEN are made on a case-by-case basis. The school is not a specialist SEN institution but does provide support for a range of learning and emotional needs within its mainstream setting.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school does offer EAL.	English as an additional language King’s Bangkok provides dedicated EAL support through specialist teachers who work alongside classroom staff. The programme includes in-class assistance and small-group sessions, with no additional charge. It aims to integrate EAL learners into mainstream lessons while promoting English proficiency and valuing multilingualism.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school has built a support system for student mental wellbeing that spans all year groups. A dedicated Social and Emotional Counselling Team includes both full-time and part-time professionals who provide confidential, one-on-one support to students. This team also works closely with parents and staff, reinforcing a community-wide approach to emotional health. In Secondary, the school has introduced the AWE Well-Being Survey, a proactive tool to monitor how students feel over time. This data informs individual support strategies and led to the creation of “The Hub” a quiet, calming space designed for students to decompress, reflect, or access counselling services. Beyond structured support, the school frequently hosts awareness workshops that address issues such as social media pressure, emotional balance, and mental health strategies.	Mental wellbeing The school offers proactive and reactive counselling services to all students. Counsellors support emotional and academic wellbeing through one-on-one and small-group sessions. Students can self-refer or be referred by staff or parents, and serious concerns are managed in collaboration with school leadership. Confidentiality is maintained to create a safe, open environment. The pastoral curriculum also reinforces self-awareness, resilience, and positive relationships.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Bangkok Patana School’s Safeguarding Policy outlines a whole-school commitment to protecting students from harm, including neglect, exploitation, and all forms of abuse. It defines safeguarding as the school’s duty to ensure students are cared for by vetted adults, learn in a safe environment, and are educated about personal safety. All staff, parents, visitors, and contractors must adhere to specific safeguarding codes of conduct, and students are taught age-appropriate safety skills through the curriculum. The policy aligns with both Thai law and UK guidance, emphasizing non-physical discipline, digital safety, and protection from issues such as radicalisation, FGM, and child exploitation. Designated Safeguarding Leads oversee policy implementation, and all members of the school community are expected to promote student welfare and act promptly if a child is at risk.	Safeguarding Safeguarding is treated as a core responsibility at King’s Bangkok, with policies reviewed by staff, parents, and governors. The school teaches students safety skills including online security and personal safeguarding. A culture of kindness and mutual respect is promoted school-wide. Designated staff lead safeguarding practices, and all community members are expected to uphold values of civility, tolerance, and care.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy View document	Safeguarding policy View document
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Bangkok Patana School has extensive grounds and facilities on a large campus, including a sizeable theatre and substantial sports facilities.	Facilities overview King's Bangkok has over 80,000 square metres of state‑of‑the‑art facilities designed with children in mind. The campus comprises the Heart building, the Bangkok and Wimbledon Academic Block, the Early Years Centre, the Wisdom Centre, The College, and extensive outdoor spaces. It includes an enclosed heated saltwater pool, a 625‑seat auditorium, a 700‑seat dining hall, and a 10,000 square metre FIFA‑endorsed football pitch. The Heart houses a two‑storey library, a 625-seat auditorium, a concert hall, multiple music and art spaces, and a large dining facility. The College is LEED‑certified and the site provides two Dean & DeLuca cafés, two parent lounges, and ample parking across the campus.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school provides extensive sports facilities as part of its campus offerings.	Sports facilities An air‑conditioned Sports and Activities Centre includes three full‑size basketball courts, an indoor jogging track, and a 7‑metre climbing wall, plus a gymnastics centre with an Olympic standard floor and apparatus. A fully equipped cooking room serves multiple age groups and there is 3,100 square metres of additional shaded recreational facilities. Outdoor facilities include a 10,000 square metre FIFA‑endorsed football turf, two covered tennis courts, and two covered multi‑purpose courts for all‑year use. The Aquatics Centre provides a 50‑metre indoor saltwater pool.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school delivers a British-based curriculum with IGCSE and IB programmes, supported by a range of classrooms and spaces designed for both collaboration and individual study.	Academic facilities The Bangkok and Wimbledon Academic Block offers modern, spacious classrooms (64 square metres) for Years 1–6, Primary Design Technology studios with CAD/CAM workstations, and an ICT suite. The Wisdom Centre hosts 18 science laboratories and seven Design & Technology studios, plus robotics labs, metal and woodworking workshops, graphic design rooms, and textile studios. The Heart includes a two‑storey library, a 625‑seat auditorium, a concert hall, a 700‑seat dining hall, three music teaching rooms and fourteen private sound‑proof practice rooms, and three art studios; there is also a dance studio. The Senior School, including the LEED‑certified College building, provides a range of modern classrooms, a two‑storey library, a Recce/Forum spaces for performances, and a Fitness Suite.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school offers a broad extracurricular programme including Arts and specialized academies: Dance Academy, Football Academy, Gymnastics Academy, Swim Academy, and Tennis Academy.	Extra curricular facilities Co‑curricular life includes a broad programme of sports, arts, trips and charities. The Senior School runs lunchtime clubs and societies, CCAs, and after‑school ECAs. Performing spaces include the Black Box Theatre, a Recital Hall and a Forum for student performances, supported by dedicated music and art facilities. The school emphasizes pastoral care, university preparation support, and a varied programme of trips and charitable activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Bangkok Patana School was established in 1957 by a group of expatriate parents seeking a British-style education for their children in Thailand. It began with a small number of students and has since grown into one of the largest and most well-respected international schools in Southeast Asia. The school operates as a not-for-profit foundation governed by a Board of Directors and overseen by a Foundation Board, both of which include parent representatives. This structure ensures that decisions prioritize the educational needs and wellbeing of the students.	History King's Bangkok was founded in 2018 as the first King's College Wimbledon International School in Bangkok and Southeast Asia. A Founding Team chaired by Prof Dr Sakorn Suksriwong joined forces with the Saha Group and reached an agreement with King's College School Wimbledon on 27 September 2018 to build a school for Pre-nursery to Year 13 students in the Ratchada–Rama 3 area. Construction began on 16 March 2019 when the foundation stone was laid. The curriculum has been adapted and approved by King's Wimbledon, starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage and leading to IGCSEs and A-levels. The core pillars of Academic Excellence, a wide range of Co-curricular Programme and Pastoral Care guide the school's approach, reflecting the partnership with King's Wimbledon.
Community	Community Bangkok Patana has a highly international community with over 60 nationalities represented among its student body. The school celebrates cultural diversity through events such as International Day, Songkran, and Loy Krathong, allowing families to share their traditions while learning about others. There is a strong emphasis on respect, inclusion, and global awareness, creating a welcoming environment for students and parents from both expatriate and local backgrounds.	Community King's Bangkok is the first King's Wimbledon International School in Southeast Asia and sits within the wider overseas King's Wimbledon community. The same House and Tutor system used at King's Wimbledon supports student belonging and pastoral care. The Liaison Committee of the King's Wimbledon family organises collaboration between King's Wimbledon and its overseas schools in Thailand, China and Monaco. The school hosts events and open days, including King's Bangkok Open Day and community activities such as blood donation drives.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school does have a PTA. Each class even has Parent Reps, who serve as the point of contact for other families and help facilitate engagement with teachers and school leadership.	Parent teacher association The Liaison Committee of the entire King's Wimbledon family organises collaboration between King's Wimbledon and its overseas schools in Thailand, China and Monaco. King's Bangkok follows King's Wimbledon policies and educational policies, with regular quality audits by King's Wimbledon. Teacher selection and recruitment involve a final round interview at King's Wimbledon for all class teachers, annual visits by Wimbledon teachers and reference verification. There are student exchange opportunities for students in Year 6 and above. Staff development is supported through collaboration, including Academic Focus Group sessions and bespoke leadership courses. The collaboration includes strong engagement on UCAS and other university admissions processes, and King's Bangkok maintains the same house and tutor system as King's Wimbledon.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Bangkok Patana follows the British national curriculum up to Year 11 and the International Baccalaureate in Years 12 and 13. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is complemented by the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) offered in Years 12 and 13, with specialisms in Art & Design, Business and Sport. The school serves over 2,200 students from around 65 countries and is a not-for-profit IB world school accredited by CIS. The curriculum emphasises a broad-based, rigorous academic program with extensive extracurricular opportunities.	Academic & intellectual King's Bangkok is the first King's College Wimbledon International School in Bangkok and South East Asia, with a student-centred, value-led curriculum. Applications are welcome for boys and girls aged 2–18, spanning pre-nursery to senior school. The school aims to balance academic rigour with opportunities to excite, inspire and develop creativity.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts education is provided through Drama, Music and Visual Arts. Drama is offered as a subject from Key Stage 3 through Senior Studies and includes a range of performances and extra-curricular activities. Music is taught from Foundation Stage with specialist teachers; in Years 7–9 ensembles form part of the program, and from Years 10–13 the music curriculum aligns with the IB/IGCSE; the Instrumental Music Programme serves nearly 600 students. Exhibitions and public performances are held throughout the year, including the IB Art show, the IGCSE Art Show and Primary Art shows. Extra-curricular arts opportunities include the Dance Academy.	Arts & creative There is a 625-seat auditorium for music and drama productions. A Recital Hall, six music teaching rooms, 18 private soundproof music practice rooms and a recording studio support music and performing arts. The facilities are designed to enable performances and creative work.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Modern Foreign Language programme starts in Year 3 and students select a language to study up to Secondary School. Home Languages are available within the Primary and Secondary learning pathways.	Cultural & language Mandarin is taught from reception onwards. Assistant teachers fluent in Thai and English support students learning English as an additional language.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Extra Curricular Activities include the Dance Academy, Football Academy, Gymnastics Academy, Swim Academy, and Tennis Academy. Drama and Music performances are publicly presented throughout the year as part of the Arts program. Students engage in a broad range of performing and visual arts activities, with ensembles and productions linked to the curriculum.	Social & hobbies Co-curricular life includes CCAs, ECAs, and clubs and societies. CCAs are a compulsory rotation of activities built into the timetable, with Senior School CCAs on Wednesday periods 8 and 9. ECAs are a range of optional after-school activities, and lunchtime clubs run by teaching staff.
Community & service	Community & service Community Engagement is a core element of the IBCP core. The CP Core includes Personal and Professional Skills, Language and Cultural Studies, Community Engagement and the Reflective Project. The IBCP offers three enrichment weeks: Inspiration Week (Year 12), Industry Week (Year 12), and Futures Week (Year 13).	Community & service The school actively seeks ways to support the local community. Community service initiatives and events are part of school life, including activities such as blood donation campaigns.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The IBCP Core includes Personal and Professional Skills, which develops leadership and professional competencies. University and Careers Support is provided in Secondary, with guidance and counselling to help students plan for university and career paths. The IBCP framework emphasises real-world experience, industry connections and personalised pathways to prepare students for further study and careers.	Leadership & professional The school day is structured around extensive opportunities for wider learning and participation, supporting leadership development and broader personal growth. The co-curricular programme includes CCAs, ECAs, and clubs and societies that foster leadership and teamwork.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Well-being is a guiding focus, with values including being protected, safe and secure; motivated and engaged; responsible and honest; kind, compassionate and respectful; balanced and fulfilled. Pastoral support is provided as part of student care and well-being across the school.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus features a 50-metre Olympic-size saltwater swimming pool. Facilities include a 3+1 air-conditioned sports hall with three full-size basketball courts, a seven-metre climbing wall and an indoor jogging track, plus a 10,000-square-metre FIFA-quality football turf and two covered tennis courts. The co-curricular programme is designed to help students build a broad base of skills and lead a fit and healthy lifestyle.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the main language of communication and enables students to realise their academic potential. The Home Languages Programme is led by two Home Language Coordinators and provides opportunities to validate and reinforce students' home languages, valuing linguistic diversity and supporting multilingual learning. Historically, a range of Home Languages has been offered through co-curricular activities, including French, Italian, Japanese, German, Korean, Spanish, Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Hindi, Russian, Chinese Mandarin, Singaporean Mandarin and Dutch, with other languages accommodated upon request. A Dutch language department and a Thai language department are located on campus to nurture and support language development.	Language provision Mandarin is taught from Reception. Thai language and culture are taught through Thai Classes, with Thai heritage activities embedded in the curriculum. Thai language topics are integrated across year groups, and staff include bilingual Thai–English assistants to support language learning. The British curriculum underpins language education at King's Bangkok.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching Bilingual teaching is provided in Early Years, with an assistant teacher who speaks both Thai and English to support students learning English as an additional language. Mandarin is taught from Reception onwards. Thai language and culture are integrated through Thai Classes and ongoing Thai heritage celebrations as part of the curriculum, including Loy Krathong and Songkran.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Named in Spear’s Schools Index (top 100 private schools worldwide), the only Thai school selected for three consecutive years.	Awards * British Schools Overseas – Outstanding Inspection 2024 – The school received the highest possible grade in every inspection category during the 2024 BSO review, reflecting excellence in all key areas of school life. * International School Quality Mark – Gold Level 2024 – Recognized with the top tier award from ISQM, confirming the school’s quality of education and operational standards.
Accreditations	Accreditations Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), reaffirmed in May 2022 Recognized as an IB World School, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme patana.ac.th Member of International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT), along with other major international schools in the country	Accreditations * British Schools Overseas – Outstanding Inspection 2024 – The school received the highest possible grade in every inspection category during the 2024 BSO review, reflecting excellence in all key areas of school life. * International School Quality Mark – Gold Level 2024 – Recognized with the top tier award from ISQM, confirming the school’s quality of education and operational standards. * FOBISIA Membership – Active Member – The school is part of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia, giving students access to regional events and staff access to shared professional development. * UK Department for Education Registration – URN 151148 – Listed as a British School Overseas by the UK DfE, confirming its recognition under official UK education standards abroad.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Document Preparation Parents prepare scans of all required documents: recent school reports (last 2 years), birth certificate, parents’ and student passports, photos, and for dual nationals, Thai ID and house registration. Existing forms, such as the Application Agreement and doctor’s letter, must be completed and uploaded online. 2. Online Submission Applications must be submitted through the school’s online portal (non-Thai or Thai national streams), with all documents uploaded and the application fee paid. The process begins with login/registration and proceeds only when files are complete. 3. Assessment & Review The admissions team reviews all application materials. Depending on age and needs, students may undergo assessments such as EAL for English proficiency or readiness checks for early years. Teacher recommendations and writing samples are also required. 4. Decision & Offer Based on assessments, past school reports, recommendations, and available space, a formal offer letter is issued by the Head of School. A THB 50,000 acceptance fee (deposit) is due once the offer is accepted. 5. Enrollment Upon receipt of the signed offer letter, deposit, and (for non-Thai students) valid non-immigrant visa documents, student enrollment is confirmed.	Admissions 1. Attend an open event or school tour (optional but recommended). These events are hosted regularly during school hours and allow prospective families to meet leadership, view facilities, and ask detailed questions about the academic programme and pastoral support. 2. Complete and submit the online application form. Submit the form with requested documents and pay the application fee of THB 5,000. Applications are accepted throughout the year for ages 2–17, subject to class availability. 3. Assessment and interview. Students undergo age-appropriate assessments—group activities, cognitive tests, writing tasks, interviews—and parents are also interviewed to ensure alignment with school values. This typically occurs in the term prior to entry. 4. Offer, registration, and payment. Within seven days of assessment, families receive either an offer, waitlist invitation, or unsuccessful notification. Accepted offers must be confirmed and include payment of the THB 225,000 registration fee, which acts as a waitlist fee if a place is not yet available. 6. Finalize enrolment and prepare for term start. After registration, the security deposit and the first term’s fees must be paid. Parents will be provided with invoicing details and important key dates ahead of the child’s first day.
Scholarships	Scholarships Bangkok Patana does not offer in-house academic scholarships.	Scholarships King’s College International School Bangkok does offer scholarships, though the policy is limited in scope and detail. Scholarships are awarded where the school believes they would benefit exceptional children and are typically offered either as fixed sums of money or as a percentage reduction in tuition fees. These scholarships are reviewed annually, and students must maintain satisfactory academic performance to retain their award.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does maintain a waiting pool when year groups are full. Placement on the waitlist depends on factors such as availability, siblings at the school, returning students, date of application, and the need for support services.	Waitlist The school operates a waitlist system. Applicants who pass the assessment may be placed on the waitlist and must pay the THB 225,000 registration fee to secure their position. When a place becomes available, this amount is transferred into the registration fee. If no place is offered within 12 months, the fee is refunded in full unless parents choose to remain on the waitlist.
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