Compare BTEC International Schools in Thailand

St. Andrew's International School Bangkok’s High School campus opened in August 2017 in central Bangkok, at 1020 Sukhumvit Road, close to Ekkamai BTS station and a shopping mall. Students aged 11 to 18 follow the English National Curriculum, taking IGCSEs before progressing to either the full IB Diploma or the IB Career‑Related Programme, with BTEC options also available. Class sizes average 16 students, with about 1,100+ learners currently enrolled on-site. English is the language of instruction, complemented by courses in Thai, French, Spanish, German, Korean, Mandarin, and Japanese, including support for first-language learners. Unique offerings include a STEAM curriculum featuring VEX Robotics with MIT collaborations, a Performing Arts programme tied to Juilliard, and a broad range of IGCSE and IB subject choices. A co-ed day school, bus services are provided, but boarding is not offered.

Founded in 1996, the British International School Phuket (BISP) is a co‑educational day and boarding school on a secure 44‑acre tropical campus in Phuket, Thailand. It serves about 1,140 students aged 2–18 from over 56 nationalities. Learning begins in English‑medium Early Years following a play‑based British curriculum, transitions through National Curriculum Key Stages 1–3, then IGCSE exams in Years 10–11, and culminates in the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. A BTEC Sports Diploma is also available. Facilities include five science labs, design tech workshops, two art studios, performing arts spaces, tennis courts, swimming pools, aerial arts and a golf training centre. Unique offerings include four sport academies (golf, football, tennis, swimming), active performing arts ensembles, and a well-being and outdoor education program.

Located in central Phuket, HeadStart International School’s Chaofah City Campus offers a British-style education for children aged 2–18. Following the English National Curriculum, the school prepares students for Cambridge IGCSE and A Level or BTEC pathways. Its campus features classrooms, two football pitches, a 25m swimming pool, tennis courts, science labs, and theatres. Standout programs include the Eco School initiative, empowering students to lead sustainability efforts and collaborate on environmental projects. The CAPA program enables expression in music, drama, and art, with termly showcases. Languages taught include Thai, Mandarin, French, and Russian. Students enjoy ) a wide variety of enrichment clubs, and a comprehensive transport service. With teachers from the UK, Australia, and the US, and a strong emphasis on academic and personal development, the school is well-suited to international families seeking continuity and quality education in Thailand.

RBIS International School in Bangkok serves children aged 2 to 18, following the English National Curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage through IGCSE, then post‑16 pathways including A‑Levels, BTEC, or a High School Diploma. The school offers small class sizes - Nursery capped at 12, Primary and Secondary up to 20 students - and includes an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme and a Nurturing Programme for students with special educational needs. RBIS provides special weekly Thai language and culture lessons, and students from Year 1–6 may join the English Explorers programme to build confidence in English through phonics, swimming, art and topic-based learning. STEM is highlighted through a dedicated STEM week, showcasing hands-on activities and project work.

Bromsgrove International School Thailand, founded in 2002 and affiliated with Bromsgrove School UK in 2004, is a British curriculum day and boarding school for ages 2 to 18. Located about 30 km east of central Bangkok in the Min Buri District, the Windsor Park campus lies within a 36‑hole golf course. Students follow the English National Curriculum, sitting IGCSE examinations and choosing between Cambridge A‑Levels or vocational BTEC qualifications. Boarding options begin at age 9. Class sizes range from approximately 10 to 25 students, and the total enrollment is around 500 pupils. The school teaches in English, with Thai, Mandarin, Korean, and Spanish offered as language subjects. Strengths include its unique golf-integrated sports programme, dedicated performing arts centre, and wide academic enrichment through both A-Levels and BTEC. Over 40 extracurricular activities, student leadership councils and community service projects support well-rounded development.

British Concordance International School (BCIS), established in August 2022 in Chiang Mai, offers education from Pre‑Nursery through Year 13 under the British curriculum framework. Courses include IGCSEs in Years 10–11, Pearson/Edexcel A‑Levels in Years 12–13, and BTEC Tech Awards as vocational pathways. With English as the sole medium of instruction, BCIS emphasises enquiry‑based learning, small class groupings, and student well‑being. Currently enrolling just over 200 students, the school is poised to expand into a new campus in 2025. Its academic programme is designed to support individual learning profiles with community values such as curiosity, creativity, and global citizenship. The school underscores a caring, inclusive culture where each child is encouraged to engage in arts, student leadership (Student Council), and personal growth initiatives. While specific details on language options beyond English are not provided, the structure aligns with UK standards for offering modern and cultural language exposure across age groups.

Anglo Singapore International School’s Campus 64 in Bangkok offers schooling from Kindergarten to Junior College with a curriculum that blends Singaporean and British approaches, leading to Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level pathways. The campus runs a daily transport service and canteen facilities for day students. Co-curricular options include sports (e.g., basketball, football, swimming), creative arts (music, dance, drama, visual arts), and academic clubs (robotics, eco-science, spelling bee), plus language clubs in Chinese and Japanese. A distinctive feature is the Community Involvement Programme (CIP), which requires students from Secondary 1 to JC 2 to complete three service outings per year. Campus 64 also serves as an open examination centre for Cambridge International and Pearson Edexcel, and hosts the SAT. Instruction is in English, with strong support for Thai and Mother Tongue.

The International School of Samui (ISS), founded in 2007, educates students aged 3 to 18 years old using the British National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and A Level qualifications. Located in Bophut between Chaweng and Bophut on Koh Samui, near Bandon Hospital and the Big C shopping centre, it serves a diverse student body of around 300 pupils from 35+ countries. The sole language of instruction is English, with Thai, Mandarin, and Spanish offered as subjects. Facilities include science labs, a computing classroom equipped with 3D printers and Lego Robotics, a sports hall, and a swimming pool, supporting strong STEM and sports programmes. Unique offerings such as the Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme, Marine Conservation Programme, and school organic farm give students experiential learning and leadership opportunities.

New Day Learning & Therapy Clinic in Bangkok provides a specialized education for neurodiverse students and those with additional learning requirements, from early childhood to age eighteen. The school follows an adapted British Curriculum alongside Individualized Education Plans tailored to each child's specific developmental goals. Students benefit from small class sizes and an interdisciplinary support team that includes speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and clinical psychologists. A distinctive program at the clinic is its Life Skills Education for Teens track, which incorporates a BTEC Level 1 qualification in Hospitality & Tourism. This practical pathway allows students to practice vocational skills in a mock café and front desk reception area located directly on campus. They also participate in community outings to apply their customer service training in real-world settings. Alongside these vocational areas, the campus features specialized rooms for physical and play therapy to support student growth.

Bangkok Prep is a British-curriculum day school in central Bangkok serving ages 2–18 across Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. It follows the National Curriculum of England, moving to Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 and A Levels or BTEC in Sixth Form. The campus at 77 Sukhumvit 77 sits near BTS On Nut, with a free shuttle and door-to-door bus services for families. The school reports an average class size of 22 and an enrolment of 1,600+ students. Languages include Thai, Japanese (First Language), and Spanish, French, Mandarin as second-language options, with English as the language of instruction. Notable facilities and programmes showcased include extensive sports provision and a structured Music Programme with private instrumental lessons. A distinctive hallmark is Bangkok Prep’s sustainability leadership: the school is Thailand’s first Eco-Schools Green Flag recipient and has achieved three consecutive re-accreditations.

Opening in August 2026, Glenalmond Phuket International School sits within the Thanyapura Sports & Health Resort in northern Phuket. The school provides the English National Curriculum, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and the Singapore Mathematics curriculum from Years 1 to 9, culminating in IGCSE, A-Level, and BTEC qualifications. Mandarin Chinese is a compulsory subject for all students. A distinctive feature of Glenalmond Phuket is its integration of personal wellbeing and digital literacy into the core timetable. The campus includes specialized rooms for coding, artificial intelligence awareness, robotics, and mindfulness. Because of its partnership with Thanyapura, students have direct access to Olympic-sized swimming pools and extensive athletic training grounds. The campus features a 450-seat auditorium and dedicated spaces for dance, drama, and design technology. Through its connection with Glenalmond College in Scotland, the school maintains traditional educational foundations while adapting to modern technological advancements.

Esara International School in Chiang Mai follows the AMI Montessori framework, with mixed-age classrooms for ages 3 and up and a three-hour work cycle. The Early Years include the Toddler Community and Children's House (ages 3–6). Elementary serves ages 6–12 in two mixed-age groups, and Middle School covers ages 12–16, focusing on independent learning and collaborative projects. The program uses hands-on materials in mathematics, language, geography, biology, and geometry to build concentration, order, independence, and social responsibility. Rooted in Chiang Mai Montessori tradition, Esara extends 15 years of experience into an Integrated Secondary, with specialist teachers and real-world learning that broadens thinking. The curriculum blends Thai culture with global perspectives, and the Secondary program is conducted in English. Esara Park opens in early 2026, offering modern play spaces and facilities. Enrichment after school includes muy Thai boxing, chess, robotics, drama, art, language, and outdoor skills, supported by Indigo Language Center.