Headstart International School Cherngtalay Campus vs Kajonkiet International School Phuket

	H Headstart International School Cherngtalay Campus Phuket, Thailand	K Kajonkiet International School Phuket Phuket, Thailand
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year THB 347,000 - 491,000	Fees / year THB 275,000 - 440,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 14 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 400	Pupils 700
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2023	Opened 2011
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location HeadStart Cherngtalay Campus is situated at 9/2 Srisoonthorn Rd, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand. It lies in a family-friendly suburb near Laguna, Boat Avenue, and Pasak, with local shops, cafés, and clinics within easy reach. The school is accessible via quality roads.	Location Kajonkiet International School Phuket is located in the Kathu area of central Phuket, Thailand. The school is nestled in a quiet, green valley about 15 minutes from Phuket Town and 30–40 minutes from most residential beach areas. It is accessible via local roads, with school transport routes covering key areas across the island. The location offers a balance between rural surroundings and proximity to urban amenities.
Stages	Stages The school offers education from Foundation (age 2) through to Year 9 (age 14). It includes Early Years (Foundation), Primary School (Years 1–6), and Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3, Years 7–9)—all in preparation for students to transition to the Chaofah City Campus from Year 10 onwards.	Stages Kajonkiet International School Phuket is structured into four main sections: * Early Years: Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Reception (ages 2–5) * Primary School: Years 1–6 (ages 5–11) Secondary School: Years 7–11 (ages 11–16), leading to IGCSE examinations Sixth Form: Years 12–13 (ages 16–18), preparing students for AS and A Level qualifications
School type	School type This is a co‑educational day school. There are no boarding facilities available at this campus.	School type KIS is a co-educational day school. It does not offer any boarding facilities, and all students attend on a day-only basis.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support While specific facilities for Cherngtalay are not detailed online, HeadStart campuses provide Learning Support for Additional Educational Needs (AEN), including small‑group tuition, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and collaboration with external specialists when needed.	Additional learning support The school supports students with mild to moderate Additional Learning Support Needs through its Learning Support department. Provision includes in-class support, small group interventions, and individualised learning plans, tailored by a team working in close collaboration with teachers and families.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is not affiliated with any country.	Country affiliation Kajonkiet International School Phuket follows a British curriculum but does not have formal affiliation with the UK government or a specific country.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school has no religious affiliations.	Religious affiliation The school has no religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure The school operates Monday to Friday, starting with homeroom from 8:00 to 8:20 am. Students attend six academic lessons, with a morning break at 10:15 and a lunch break from 12:30 to 1:25 pm. The final lesson ends at 3:20 pm, followed by a short break. Optional Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) run from 3:30 to 4:20 pm, and Academy programmes are available from 4:30 to 6:00 pm.	School day structure School hours typically run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with exact timings depending on the age group. Breaks and lunch are scheduled within the day, and older students may have supervised study or extra-curricular sessions extending into the afternoon.
Bus service details	Bus service details HeadStart Cherngtalay offers a school transport service for students living in the surrounding areas. The service includes air-conditioned vans with seatbelts and designated drop-off and pick-up points. Transport staff are trained to ensure safety and punctuality. Parents coordinate directly with the school’s transport coordinator for routes, availability, and fees.	Bus service details KIS offers a school transport service for students across Phuket. The service includes both one-way and round-trip options, with additional charges for routes beyond standard coverage zones. The bus schedule is managed by the school’s transport coordinator, and after-school buses are available for students involved in extra-curricular activities. Fees and route information are provided during the admissions process.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Enrolment Fees * Application Fee: THB 5,000 per child (non-refundable) * Entrance Fee: THB 100,000 (one-time, non-refundable) * Endowment Fee: THB 75,000 (refundable upon permanent withdrawal, subject to conditions) Tuition Fees by Year Group * Preschool & Early Years–Reception (EY–REC) * Term 1: THB 139,000 * Term 2: THB 104,000 * Term 3: THB 104,000 * Annual Total: THB 347,000 * Years 1–6 * Term 1: THB 174,000 * Term 2: THB 130,000 * Term 3: THB 130,000 * Annual Total: THB 434,000 * Years 7–9 * Term 1: THB 197,000 * Term 2: THB 147,000 * Term 3: THB 147,000 * Annual Total: THB 491,000 Billing Schedule * Billed termly by email, 3 times per year Sibling Discounts * 2nd child: 10% discount on tuition fees * 3rd+ child: 15% discount * Entrance and Endowment fees only apply to the first two children Payment Options * Accepted: Cash, bank transfer, Thai & foreign debit/credit cards Refund Policy * Endowment Fee: Refunded with 30-day written notice before end of Term 3 and no outstanding balance * Term Fees: * Term 1: 90 days' notice * Terms 2 & 3: 45 days' notice * Refunds processed \~2 weeks after last day of school year Included in Fees * Meals and snacks (Foundation & Primary) * ECAs (Extra-Curricular Activities) * Accident insurance * School trips * Duke of Edinburgh Award (registration billed separately) Additional Charges * Uniforms, bus service, academies, academic competitions, music lessons, lost library books, textbooks * EAL Support: THB 50,000/year (for students needing English language assistance) * AEN Support: THB 50,000/year (for students with additional educational needs)	Fee details Application and Admission Fees * Application & Placement Fee: THB 2,000 (non-refundable) * Entrance Fee: THB 60,000 (one-time, non-refundable) * Endowment Fee: THB 50,000 (refundable upon permanent withdrawal, with one-month written notice) Tuition Fees (Annual / Per Term) * Pre-Nursery (Half Day): THB 193,000 annually (Terms: 65,000 / 64,000 / 64,000) * Pre-Nursery / Nursery / Reception (Full Day): THB 275,000 (Terms: 93,000 / 91,000 / 91,000) * Year 1 / Year 2: THB 330,000 (Terms: 112,000 / 109,000 / 109,000) * Year 3 / Year 4: THB 340,000 (Terms: 116,000 / 112,000 / 112,000) * Year 5 / Year 6: THB 352,000 (Terms: 120,000 / 116,000 / 116,000) * Year 7 / Year 8 / Year 9: THB 391,000 (Terms: 133,000 / 129,000 / 129,000) * Year 10 / Year 11: THB 411,000 (Terms: 139,000 / 136,000 / 136,000) * Year 12 / Year 13: THB 440,000 (Terms: 150,000 / 145,000 / 145,000) A 15% tuition discount applies to the second child enrolled. Additional Fees * EAL (English as an Additional Language): * Reception–Year 4: THB 44,000 annually * Year 5–6: THB 55,000 * Year 7–13: THB 59,000 (Paid in termly installments; applies to students needing intensive English support) * Transport: * One-way: THB 33,000 annually (or THB 13,000 / 10,000 / 10,000 per term) * Roundtrip: THB 66,000 annually (or THB 26,000 / 20,000 / 20,000 per term) * A 20% surcharge applies to long-distance zones (e.g., Cherngtalay, Surin, Kamala, Rawai) * Examination Fees (Years 11–13): Charged separately based on IGCSE and A-Level entries (invoiced in Term 2) * Residential Trips: * Year 5–6: THB 5,000–9,500 * Year 7–10: THB 10,000–20,000 * Meals: Compulsory and includes snacks and lunch (cost included in tuition) * Other Costs: May include extra/co-curricular trips, after-school supervision, late fees, and educational supplies * Insurance: Accident insurance (up to THB 20,000 per incident) is provided at no cost Billing Schedule and Payments * Invoices Issued: * Term 1: 5 June 2025 * Term 2: 16 October 2025 * Term 3: 19 February 2026 * Due Dates: * Term 1: 15 July 2025 * Term 2: 5 December 2025 * Term 3: 20 March 2026 Late fees apply if payments are delayed, and student records may be withheld until balances are cleared. Payment Methods * Online via School Sync platform (QR code) * Credit card (2.7%–3.5% fee applies) * Bank transfer * Bank draft or crossed cheque payable to “Kajonkiet International School Phuket”
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school is a co-educational day school for children aged 2 to 18.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required and sold at the school shop with a no-exchange policy. Foundation girls wear a white blouse with a navy pinafore; Foundation boys wear a blue shirt with navy shorts; Primary and Secondary wear blue shirts with beige skirts or beige shorts, and Sixth Form wear grey shirts with grey trousers or skirts. PE kit is a white dry-fit polo shirt with blue shorts; a HeadStart jacket is optional from Year 3 and only this jacket is allowed; sandals are not allowed.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Lunch is provided for all pupils with healthy, low-sugar and low-salt meals using local produce; dietary requirements are accommodated with permission. Snacks are provided during morning and afternoon breaks. A coffee shop run by an external operator offers additional items. The Food Service Committee represents pupils, teachers, parents and professionals and advises on menus and food quality.	Food options —
House system	House system Every student and staff member belongs to a House: Red Phoenixes, Yellow Cheetahs, Green Dragons, and Blue Tigers. The system promotes TUFF (Teamwork. Unity. Friendship. Fun.); Friday is House shirt day and houses compete in quizzes, sports and other activities for points toward a final prize.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is privately owned by shareholders. The Board of Directors delegates long-term strategy to the School Board and day-to-day operations to the Senior Management Team, including a CEO, School Director, Headmaster and Primary and Secondary Principals.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Directors who report annually to the school community. The Board includes the President of the Kajonkiet School Group.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details HeadStart Cherngtalay follows the British Curriculum from Early Years through to Key Stage 3. The Foundation stage uses the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework, focusing on early literacy, numeracy, and personal development. Primary students (Years 1–6) follow Key Stages 1 and 2, which include English, maths, science, computing, PSHE, humanities, and the arts. In Years 7–9 (Key Stage 3), students follow a subject-based timetable with English, maths, science, geography, history, ICT, art, music, PE, and languages such as French, Mandarin, or Russian. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the transition to the Cambridge IGCSE pathway offered at the Chaofah City campus from Year 10 onward. Instruction is primarily in English, with tailored support provided for English language learners.	Curriculum details Kajonkiet International School Phuket (KIS) follows the British Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form. In Early Years and Primary (Pre-Nursery to Year 6), students follow the EYFS framework and National Curriculum for England, with an emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and topic-based learning. In Lower Secondary (Years 7–9), students study a broad academic programme aligned with Key Stage 3, which prepares them for IGCSEs. In Years 10 and 11, students work toward the Cambridge IGCSE, selecting from a range of subjects including English, mathematics, sciences, humanities, and creative arts. Sixth Form students (Years 12 and 13) pursue Cambridge International AS and A Levels, which are internationally recognised qualifications for university entry. Thai nationals are also required to study Thai language and culture.
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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 Social and emotional learning is supported through the work of the Student Support Team, which includes counsellors and pastoral staff. The school provides classroom-based Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE). Homeroom teachers and pastoral coordinators monitor students' wellbeing and support character development through learner attributes such as resilience, respect, and collaboration. Peer mentoring and house activities also help to build emotional and social skills.	Social & emotional learning Kajonkiet International School Phuket (KIS) supports students' social and emotional development through both curriculum-based and pastoral initiatives. In Early Years and Primary, SEL themes are embedded into the curriculum through structured classroom discussions and activities that promote empathy, cooperation, and responsible decision-making. The school’s broader pastoral framework encourages positive relationships and personal growth across all year levels. Key staff, help monitor students' social development and provide additional support when needed. The school also fosters a values-based environment that emphasizes trust, respect, and compassion
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) HeadStart defines students with Additional Educational Needs (AEN) as those experiencing significantly greater learning difficulties than peers. These may include difficulties in academic attainment, communication, emotional intelligence, or physical impairments. The Learning Support Coordinator leads identification, assessment, and intervention following UK Code of Practice procedures. Support includes Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) developed with families and teachers, and regular reviews. The school provides support for mild to moderate needs and may guide families to alternative provisions if a student's needs exceed in-school resources. AEN services incur additional fees.	Special educational needs (SEN) KIS provides support for students with mild to moderate Special Educational Needs through its Learning Support Department. The school is not a specialist SEN institution but offers in-class support, small group intervention, and targeted one-to-one sessions where needed. Areas of support include difficulties in literacy, numeracy, attention, and some emotional or social challenges. The SEN team works closely with classroom teachers and parents to develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) tailored to student needs. KIS states that its SEN provision is flexible and regularly reviewed.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school mentions that it provides support for students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) on its website. However, it does not publicly disclose specific details about the provision, staff, or structure of the EAL programme at the Cherngtalay campus.	English as an additional language KIS supports students who are non-native English speakers through a dedicated EAL department. Provision includes in-class support, targeted withdrawal sessions, and differentiated instruction tailored to language proficiency. The EAL team collaborates with classroom teachers to adapt content and ensure students can access the mainstream curriculum. EAL students are assessed regularly, and support is gradually reduced as their language skills develop.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing HeadStart offers a counselling service led by qualified school counsellors based in the Student Support Office. Support is available for issues such as stress, low mood, anxiety, relationships, grief, and school-related concerns. Counselling is open to all students, with particular focus on at-risk students and those with additional needs. Counsellors also work on resilience-building through mindfulness, coaching, and growth mindset strategies. The counselling team collaborates with homeroom teachers, academic leaders, and safeguarding staff to ensure student wellbeing is prioritised.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing at KISP is supported through its whole-school pastoral care and safeguarding framework. The Student Wellbeing & Welfare Officer plays a key role in monitoring and supporting student mental health. The school encourages an environment where students can speak openly about concerns and offers staff support to promote emotional resilience. Safeguarding and pastoral care materials highlight the importance of early intervention and listening to student voices. Specific mental health programmes or professional counselling services are not publicly listed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding at HeadStart is the responsibility of all staff, volunteers, and community members. The school maintains systems such as a Designated Safeguarding Person, a Student Concern Committee, a Staff Code of Conduct, and other supporting policies. All staff undergo induction and training on safeguarding expectations. The school follows Safer Recruitment practices, including background checks for employees, and has procedures for managing allegations of abuse. Safeguarding policies align with UK and Thai legislation and the standards of accrediting bodies. Systems are also in place for students to raise concerns, with staff acting in the best interests of the child at all times.	Safeguarding KIS has a detailed Child Protection and Safeguarding policy aligned with Thai legislation and UK guidelines. The school maintains a Designated Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Leads across both EYFS/Primary and Secondary divisions, supported by a Student Wellbeing & Welfare Officer. The safeguarding team undergoes annual training and is responsible for ensuring staff understand reporting procedures, information sharing, and risk management, including online safety. The policy outlines clear responsibilities for all staff, procedures for responding to concerns, and engagement with parents.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy View document	Safeguarding policy View document
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Opened in August 2023, HeadStart Cherngtalay Campus is a purpose-built facility in the north of Phuket. It sits on 24 Rai (38,000 sq m) of mountainside landscape and is about 4 km from Bangtao Beach. The campus offers Foundation, Primary and lower Secondary (Year 7-9) programmes with around 400 students enrolled from Preschool to Year 9. The campus is supported by professional educators providing a teaching and learning environment for Phuket's international and culturally diverse community. It offers academic, artistic and physical education experiences.	Facilities overview Kajonkiet International School Phuket is a co-educational day school for children aged 2 to 18, set in 15 Rai of spectacular grounds.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Cherngtalay Campus has a 50 meter Olympic size pool and a small children's pool. It includes dance studios and a sports hall for physical education. There is a dining hall and a kitchen on site. The Phase 1 & 2 facilities include primary playground and foundation playground, a primary hall, outdoor parking and underground parking. Administrative and Visitor Rooms are on site.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Phase 1 & 2 facilities include Foundation Classrooms, Primary Classrooms and Secondary Classrooms; Art Classrooms; Music Classrooms; Indoor Learning Center; Primary Hall; Primary Playground; Foundation Playground. The spaces are designed to be inclusive and accommodating to support academic and social development. Administrative and Visitor Rooms are part of the facilities. There are multiple learning spaces to support different teaching methods. The campus provides spaces for collaboration, individual study and project work.	Academic facilities The school follows the national curriculum for England, with all subjects taught in English, and offers Early Years Foundation Stage, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities HeadStart Cherngtalay Campus offers an extensive programme of Extra Curricular Activities. World-class arts and sports facilities support students in exploring their passions. The extra-curricular programme provides opportunities for creativity and physical development beyond core academics. The facilities enable a broad range of activities across arts, sports and performance. An emphasis on activity supports student well-being and community engagement.	Extra curricular facilities As activities outside the classrooms are important, KIS offers an extensive range of after-school activities open to children from Year 1 upwards.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History HeadStart International School’s Cherngtalay Campus officially opened in August 2023 as an expansion of its main Chaofah City campus. Located in northwestern Phuket, this second campus was established to meet increasing demand from families residing in the Cherngtalay, Laguna, and Thalang areas. The school is operated by HeadStart Education Co., Ltd. and is licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education. It offers a British-based curriculum and currently caters to students from Preschool through Year 9.	History Kajonkiet International School Phuket (KIS) was established in 2011 by the Kajonkiet Schools Group on a 45 rai (approximately 7.2 hectares) site in Kathu, Phuket, following the group’s expansion from Thai-language and bilingual programmes. KIS was launched to meet growing demand for English-medium education as Phuket’s population and international ties expanded. Guided by a Board of Directors that meets each term, the school’s governance is firmly rooted within the Kajonkiet Group, supported by a Senior Leadership Team led by Principal Gareth Eynon. Since opening, KIS has grown steadily and now serves over 550 students from ages 2 to 18.
Community	Community The Cherngtalay Campus serves a growing international community and offers a close-knit school environment tailored to families in Phuket’s northern region. Community engagement is encouraged through school events, cultural celebrations, and opportunities for parent involvement. As a newer campus, it emphasizes community building and inclusive participation from both local and expatriate families. Students benefit from a mix of international perspectives, and the school fosters connections through regular communication and shared activities across year levels.	Community KIS hosts a variety of community and cultural events throughout the year, including house competitions during break times and campus-wide celebrations that reflect both Thai culture and its international student body. Students often collaborate across age groups on community service and charitable initiatives, reflecting the school’s mission values. Parents, staff, and students work together at school-led events organized through the main school office.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The HeadStart Parent Committee provides a structured platform for parents to actively contribute to the educational experience of their children. Comprising representatives from Foundation, Primary, and Secondary classes, the committee aims to reflect the diversity of the school’s international community. Its members support the school by advising on policy matters, helping to organise extra-curricular and social activities, and providing peer support for fellow parents. The committee plays a hands-on role in organising events such as welcome gatherings for new families, talks on parenting topics, and fundraising activities. It also assists with school events and contributes to school communications like the newsletter. Meetings are held at least three times a year, typically on the Thursday after mid-term breaks, and members are encouraged to maintain regular attendance. Communication between the committee, the school, and parents is primarily conducted via email, with flexibility based on urgency and context.	Parent teacher association While not formally labelled as a PTA, KIS fosters strong parent involvement through its broader school community and cultural values. Parents are encouraged to actively participate in school life by supporting academic, artistic, and sporting events, including student performances, sports fixtures, and cultural assemblies. The school highlights the importance of home engagement—encouraging reading, discussions on world issues, and nurturing interests like music, art, and drama. KIS also invites parents to promote charitable causes, environmental awareness, and global citizenship both at school and at home. Families are seen as partners in reinforcing the school’s shared values of respect, diversity, and responsibility. This shared ethos supports student development beyond academics, enriching the wider school culture.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Cherngtalay Campus opened in August 2023 and is a purpose-built campus in the north of Phuket. It offers education for Foundation, Primary and lower Secondary (Year 7-9) with about 400 students enrolled from Preschool to Year 9.	Academic & intellectual The school follows the national curriculum for England, and all subjects are taught in English. In Years 10–11 students study for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations, predominantly using Cambridge syllabuses. Thai nationals study Thai to IGCSE level. Option subjects include art and design, business studies, modern foreign languages, computing, drama, economics, geography, history, music, physical education and religious studies.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Expressive and Performing Arts programmes are part of the school experience. The Primary curriculum includes art and design, technology, computing, music and drama. After-school activities include concerts and productions as part of the arts offer.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Thai is taught as a language and modern foreign languages are part of the curriculum. Thai nationals are required to study Thai to IGCSE level. The school fosters an international community and world-mindedness through its shared values.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies A range of extra-curricular activities adds depth to learning, including daily clubs, field trips, residential courses, concerts, themed curriculum days and weeks, productions, sporting and house competitions, community projects and fundraising events. Students participate fully in school events including ECAs, sports and Expressive and Performing Arts programmes.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service KIS Community hosts events such as FunRun and Christmas concerts. The school's values include participation in charitable philosophy and actions and related initiatives. Curriculum includes community projects and fundraising events as part of ECAs.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Students have opportunities to lead commensurate with their age and experience. The school encourages leadership through participation in school events and by taking on roles in activities and projects.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral Care provides support for academic, personal and social development, including one-to-one support, classroom guidance, targeted small groups and whole-school initiatives. The Pastoral Care Department maintains a Listening Team and private spaces for confidential support. Pastoral support is available from Early Years through to Key Stage 5.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Mandarin is taught as a Foreign Language. Thai is taught with Thai First Language and Thai Foreign Language tracks.	Language provision The school teaches in English and follows the English National Curriculum; all subjects are taught in English. EAL provides a structured, needs-based program with five EAL lessons per week delivered in small groups. At intake, students undergo a language assessment, and ESL is compulsory for those who would not be able to access the work.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards There is no publicly available information about school-wide awards received in the past five years specifically for the Cherngtalay campus.	Awards The school’s website does not list any awards granted to the institution in the past five years.
Accreditations	Accreditations * Cambridge International School: Licensed to deliver Cambridge International Examinations including IGCSE, AS, and A Levels, recognised globally by universities and employers. * BTEC Approved Centre (Pearson): Offers vocational qualifications in the Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) framework for Sixth Form students. * Education Development Trust (EDT): Accredited with the International School Quality Mark (ISQM). Evaluated on 8 quality standards, consistently rated as "good with outstanding features". * International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM) – Silver Accreditation: Recognised for meeting high international standards in educational practice and school improvement. * International School Association of Thailand (ISAT): Member of ISAT, a professional association supporting international schools in Thailand. * The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award: Authorised provider of this personal development programme for young people. * Ministry of Education (Thailand): Licensed by the Thai Ministry of Education to operate Preschool through Secondary education programmes. * Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA): Compliant with national Thai quality assurance and evaluation standards. * Office of the Private Education Commission (Thailand): Recognised as an approved private educational institution. * Ministry of Social Development and Human Security: Affiliated under government guidelines supporting social responsibility and safeguarding.	Accreditations Edexcel Approved Centre: KISP is an authorised centre to deliver Pearson Edexcel qualifications, including IGCSEs and A Levels, recognised by universities and employers worldwide. Cambridge International Examinations (CIE): The school is registered to deliver Cambridge IGCSE and A Level programmes, which are globally recognised academic qualifications. Thai Ministry of Education: The central logo represents authorisation from Thailand's Ministry of Education, confirming the school is licensed to operate as an international school in Thailand. WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges): KISP holds initial accreditation from WASC, which ensures the school meets international standards for academic quality and continuous improvement. ISAT (International Schools Association of Thailand): Membership in ISAT indicates the school is part of Thailand’s network of licensed international schools and adheres to quality and operational standards endorsed by the Thai Ministry of Education.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Book a campus tour or open day visit. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain insight into the learning environment, facilities, and curriculum. Tours are arranged by appointment and may include meetings with school leaders or admissions staff. 2. Fill out the Application Form. A parent or carer completes the school’s application form, which is available online. This form collects essential details about the student, academic history, and any additional needs. 3. Entrance Examination (Years 3–13). Students applying for Years 3 to 13 must sit an entrance exam to assess academic suitability. A non-refundable fee of 3,000 THB applies for each student being assessed. 4. Interview with Head of Primary or Secondary. Following the exam, the student and family attend an interview with the relevant Head of School. This helps determine readiness, support needs, and student-school fit. 5. Complete the Home and School Partnership Agreement. If a place is offered, parents/guardians sign a formal agreement confirming their understanding of the school’s expectations, values, and policies (e.g. code of conduct, dress code). 6. Submit Required Documents. The registrar will request key documentation, including ID, school reports, health records, and any relevant learning support assessments. 7. Receive Invoice and Pay Fees. The accounting department issues an invoice by email. Once fees are paid, the student’s enrolment is confirmed.	Admissions 1. Arrange a school visit or open house. Parents are invited to tour the campus, meet the Registrar, and possibly connect with heads of Primary or Secondary. Visits include a tour, meetings with key staff, and explanations of assessment procedures. 2. Complete and submit an application form. Application forms can be downloaded from the school website or collected from the Registrar. Each student needs a separate form, and submissions must include the application fee and the most recent school reports. 3. Undergo admissions assessment. Depending on the age group, the school will administer assessments in English and mathematics, and conduct an interview. Younger students may instead complete an in-class observation. Past school reports are reviewed before assessments proceed. 4. Review and admissions decision. Subject teachers evaluate test results and provide recommendations. The Vice Principals of the relevant divisions review the full application dossier, including references, before confirming a decision. 5. Offer of place and confirmation. Successful applicants are notified by the Registrar. A formal invoice will be issued, and payment must be made before the student’s first day. Final enrolment is only confirmed after all forms, fees, and documentation are complete.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Kajonkiet International School Phuket offers scholarships to students in Years 7–13, covering Key Stage 3, IGCSE, and A-Level programmes. Scholarships are awarded to students demonstrating exceptional talent and commitment in academics, art, drama, dance, and music, or sports. Awards may include a bursary and are available both to internal and external candidates. Students are assessed through one of three scholarship assessment windows held annually, one per term. Year 6 students currently enrolled at KIS are specifically invited to apply in Term 3. In addition to fee support, scholarship recipients engage in enrichment opportunities such as scholar days, community service, and leadership training, which form part of the school’s extended academic calendar.
Waitlist	Waitlist There is no information available about the waitlist process on the school's website.	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose information about operating a waitlist system.
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