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Bangkok Patana School

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 495,000 - 975,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2200
Type Co-educational
Opened 1957
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Bangkok Patana School is an international school in Bangkok, Thailand, established in 1957. It offers a British-based education for students from early years through to secondary. The school follows the English National Curriculum up to Year 11, after which students take IGCSE exams. In Years 12 and 13, students follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The school has a diverse student body and offers instruction primarily in English, with additional language options and support for non-native speakers. The campus is large and well-equipped, with dedicated spaces for science, technology, music, drama, and art. Facilities include multiple libraries, sports halls, swimming pools, tennis courts, football fields, and a gymnastics centre. There are also outdoor learning areas, a theatre, and spaces for student wellbeing and learning support. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic learning and extracurricular opportunities across sports, arts, and community service.

643 Lasalle Road ( Sukhumvit 105 ) Bangna Tai, Bangna, Bangkok 10260, Thailand

The Essentials

Bangkok Patana School has 2,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

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.

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.

Type
Bangkok Patana School is a day school and It does not offer boarding facilities.

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.

Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any country.

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.

School day structure
The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.

Bus service
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.
Diving Deeper

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.

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.

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.

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.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bangkok Patana School ranges from THB 495,000 to THB 975,000 for 2026/27.

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
Academics

Bangkok Patana School teaches IB (DP), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
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).

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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.

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.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does offer EAL.

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.

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 Policy
Parent Experience

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.

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.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
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.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
Bangkok Patana School has extensive grounds and facilities on a large campus, including a sizeable theatre and substantial sports facilities.

Sports Facilities
The school provides extensive sports facilities as part of its campus offerings.

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.

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 Activities

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.
Languages

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.
Reputation

Awards
Named in Spear’s Schools Index (top 100 private schools worldwide), the only Thai school selected for three consecutive years.

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
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Member of International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT), along with other major international schools in the country
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.

Scholarships
Bangkok Patana does not offer in-house academic scholarships.

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.
School Events
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