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Bright Seeds International Kindergarten

Thailand, Chiang Mai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 172,000 - 260,000
Ages 1½ - 6 years
Pupil numbers 100
Type Co-educational
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English
Typical class size 15
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten
Introduction

Bright Seeds International Kindergarten, in Chiang Mai’s vibrant Nimmanhaemin district, offers early years education for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Opened in 2019, the school delivers a customised program based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), integrating a play-based and theme-based approach to learning. The curriculum focuses on seven key developmental areas, from communication and language to expressive arts, literacy, and mathematics. Facilities include indoor creative spaces, a soft gym, and an outdoor playground, supporting both physical activity and imaginative exploration. Small class sizes allow for close teacher–child interaction, and the environment encourages active parent participation in the learning journey. The school year features cultural celebrations and themed events, fostering a strong sense of community. Bright Seeds is ideal for families seeking a nurturing English-medium foundation for their child’s early education in northern Thailand.

64 Huay Kaew Rd, Chang Phueak, Muang, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand

The Essentials

Bright Seeds International Kindergarten has 100 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Bright Seeds International Kindergarten is situated at 64 Huay Kaew Road, in Chiang Mai’s Nimmanhaemin area. This lively neighbourhood is close to Chiang Mai University and is known for its cafés, shops, and easy access to the Old City. The campus is within short driving distance of key residential areas and cultural attractions, making it convenient for families living in and around the city.

Stages
The school caters to children aged 18 months to 6 years, organised into Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Kindergarten levels (K1–K3). Grouping is based on age, with small class sizes aimed at supporting individual attention.

Type
Bright Seeds is a co-educational day school.

Additional learning support
The school website does not provide specific details on Special Educational Needs (SEN) or additional learning support provisions. Families requiring tailored support should contact the school directly for case-by-case discussion.

Country affiliation
The school has no formal affiliation with any specific country.

Religious affiliation
The school does not have any religious affiliations.

School day structure
Programs run in either half-day or full-day formats. Half-day sessions typically run from 8:25 am to 12:30 pm, while full-day sessions end between 2:30 pm and 2:45 pm depending on the year group. Lunch and snack breaks are included for full-day students.

Bus service
The school does not list a bus or coach service on its website.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
There is an on-site indoor canteen. A sample food menu is provided to parents.

Governance and Ownership
Bright Seeds International Kindergarten is led by a Managing Director, Mr. Veerathep Chawla, and Directors, Ms. Amrita Sachdev Chawla and Dr. Lek Sachathep. The Thai Principal is Ms. Wanwisa Kanjanasrikul.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bright Seeds International Kindergarten ranges from THB 172,000 to THB 260,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

* One-time, non-refundable registration fee: THB 50,000

Tuition Fees

*Pre-Nursery / Nursery Program*

* Half Days (8:25 am – 12:30 pm):
* 3 days/week: THB 86,000 per semester / THB 172,000 per year
* 4 days/week: THB 91,000 per semester / THB 182,000 per year
* 5 days/week: THB 100,000 per semester / THB 200,000 per year

* Full Days (8:25 am – 2:30 pm):
* 3 days/week: THB 90,000 per semester / THB 180,000 per year
* 4 days/week: THB 100,000 per semester / THB 200,000 per year
* 5 days/week: THB 110,000 per semester / THB 220,000 per year

*K1 Program*
* Half Days (5 days/week): THB 105,000 per semester / THB 210,000 per year
* Full Days (5 days/week): THB 120,000 per semester / THB 240,000 per year

*K2 & K3 Program*
* Full Days (5 days/week): THB 130,000 per semester / THB 260,000 per year

Lunch & Snack Fees

* Half Days: THB 7,500 – 10,500 per semester
* Full Days: THB 9,000 – 10,500 per semester

Other Fees

* Bed set (full-day students): THB 1,800
* Uniform: THB 2,000 (3 days/week) or THB 3,000 (5 days/week)
* Refundable deposit: THB 15,000

Discounts
Sibling discounts apply for both registration and tuition fees (up to full waiver for the 4th child).

Payment Terms
All fees are payable in full before the student begins school. Payments can be made by cash, cheque, or credit card (2.5% surcharge), or by bank transfer to the school’s account.

Refunds
All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Academics

Bright Seeds International Kindergarten teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 1.6 to 6.

Curriculum
Bright Seeds International Kindergarten delivers a customised early childhood education program based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework from the UK. The curriculum is implemented through a play-based and theme-based approach, structured around seven key developmental areas: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Physical Development; Communication and Language; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; and Expressive Arts and Design.

Programs are divided into Pre-Nursery (18 months–2 years), Nursery (2–3 years), and Kindergarten levels K1 (3–4 years), K2 (4–5 years), and K3 (5–6 years). In all stages, children engage in a mix of indoor and outdoor learning, including art, music, physical play, and foundational literacy and numeracy activities. The school emphasises an English-medium environment, with learning experiences designed to encourage curiosity, independence, and early social skills.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school’s curriculum includes Personal, Social, and Emotional Development as one of its seven key developmental areas under the EYFS framework. Activities are designed to help children build relationships, develop self-confidence, and understand emotions through play-based and theme-based learning. Specific programmes or staff roles for SEL beyond this curriculum focus are not publicly detailed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose detailed information regarding support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). There is no indication that it is a specialist SEN institution, nor are specific provisions, staff roles, or supported SEN categories listed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding support for English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Mental Wellbeing
The school does not provide specific public information on mental wellbeing programmes, counselling services, or dedicated mental health staff.

Safeguarding
The school does not publish detailed safeguarding or child protection policies on its public platforms. Information regarding procedures, designated safeguarding staff, or training is not available online.
Parent Experience

History
Bright Seeds International Kindergarten was founded in August 2019 in Chiang Mai, Thailand. It was established as a privately owned early years school to serve children aged 18 months to 6 years. The school is managed by its Principal, Amrita Sachdev Chawla, supported by an administrative team. Since opening, it has operated from its current site on Huay Kaew Road in the Nimmanhaemin district.

Community
The school community includes children, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Cultural events such as Songkran and Loy Krathong are celebrated, along with themed activities and seasonal gatherings throughout the school year. These events aim to foster cultural awareness and create opportunities for parents to participate in school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school does not publish specific information about a formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA). Families interested in joining or forming a PTA would need to inquire directly with the school administration.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
Bright Seeds International Kindergarten is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and opened in Nimmanhaemin in August 2019 for children aged 18 months to 6 years. The school emphasizes a safe and happy learning environment with access to a Fresh Air System for PM2.5, outdoor and indoor play spaces, and purpose-built rooms designed for early childhood activities. It operates with a focus on qualified teachers and a child-centered, play-based approach aligned with international early years standards. The address listed is 64 Huay Kaew Road, Chang Phueak, Mueang, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, with additional contact channels for admissions.

Sports Facilities
Outdoor EPDM surface with mini hoops and a tricycle track support active play. There is an indoor soft gym and a shaded jungle gym, providing spaces for physical activity and gross motor development. The school also features multipurpose spaces for movement-based activities and an outdoor picnic area that supports outdoor learning.

Academic Facilities
Facilities include a children's library, a kitchen station for cooking-related learning, and a multipurpose room for art, dancing, music, drama and yoga. A First Aid Room with an on-site nurse and 24-hour security with CCTV provide safety and wellbeing for students. An indoor canteen supports daily meals, and the Positive Air Pressure system helps maintain air quality.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The learning environment supports arts and music through the multipurpose room, and students participate in activities such as Thai culture classes, mindfulness, sports and gym, and science and sensory play. The daily schedule and additional programs are designed to foster creativity, physical activity and teamwork.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Bright Seeds International Kindergarten serves children aged 18 months to 6 years and opened in Nimmanhaemin, Chiang Mai, in August 2019. It provides a safe and happy learning environment with guidance from fully qualified teachers. It uses a play-based learning approach aligned with the United Kingdom's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The curriculum is described as the most internationally accepted Early Childhood Education (ECE) curriculum. Address: 64 Huay Kaew Rd., Chiang Mai 50300.

Arts & Creative
Facilities include a multipurpose room for art, dancing, music, drama and yoga; outdoor EPDM space with mini hoops and a tricycle track; an outdoor picnic space; a children's library; an indoor soft gym; a kitchen station; a sandpit and mud area; a first aid room with an on-site nurse; 24-hour security with CCTV; an indoor canteen; and a shaded jungle gym. These spaces support creative expression and physical activity as part of the learning program.

Cultural & Language
Thai culture and etiquette are valued and cultivated as part of the learning environment. The Thai Principal is Wanwisa Kanjanasrikul, who holds a Master of Science in Educational Psychology from Chiang Mai University and Brain-Based Learning training from Jensen Learning Corporation, USA. The leadership team also includes a Managing Director, a Director/Head of School and a Director. Classrooms reflect diversity, with mixed nationalities among students.

Social & Hobbies
The school highlights social and character attributes such as Social Contributors, Independent Thinkers & Communicators, Curious Minds, Creative Individuals and Team Players. Family involvement is encouraged, and a Parents' Newsletter is provided to support engagement in a child's learning.

Community & Service
Family involvement in a child's education is considered vital, and the school provides a Parents Newsletter to help families engage with learning. The school calendar outlines the 2025–2026 academic year terms and holidays, and additional parent resources are available (Parents' Handbook, sample schedules, and menus).

Leadership & Professional
Managing Director: Veerathep Chawla. Director / Head of School: Amrita Sachdev Chawla. Director: Dr. Lek Sachathep. Thai Principal: Wanwisa Kanjanasrikul. The leadership team has international education credentials, including degrees from the University of Nottingham and the University of Exeter, a PhD in Linguistics from Chulalongkorn University, and regional experience in top schools. A Thai principal with a psychology background leads bilingual educational planning.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Safety is prioritized with a Fresh Air System to monitor PM2.5 levels, a First Aid Room with an on-site nurse, and 24-hour security with CCTV. Outdoor and indoor spaces include EPDM play areas, a tricycle track, shaded outdoor spaces, and a dedicated space for art, dance, music, drama and yoga, supporting physical and mental wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
Thai Culture Class is part of the daily schedule. The EYFS Curriculum is nationally aligned and internationally acceptable. Bright Seeds (BSIK) believes that every child can learn and develop through a brain that is interconnected in a systematic way, which supports a love of learning, knowledge, and the skills needed to be a responsible global citizen, while fostering compassion and lifelong happiness in children. The school serves children aged 18 months to 6 years.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Book a school tour
Parents are invited to visit the campus to see classrooms, meet teachers, and learn about the curriculum. This helps families make an informed decision and allows staff to meet the child.

2. Complete the application form
Fill out the official school application form and submit the required supporting documents. These usually include the child’s birth certificate or passport, immunisation records, and previous school reports (if applicable).

3. Interview with the Teacher/Principal
The child and parents meet with teaching staff or the principal to discuss expectations, readiness, and the child’s needs.

4. Deposit payment
Pay the refundable deposit to secure the place, along with the one-time registration fee.

5. Enrollment confirmation
The school confirms the child’s enrollment. For non-Thai nationals, the school also begins any necessary visa application process.

6. School fees payment and enrolment
Tuition and other fees must be paid in full one month before the semester begins. Finally, the student is enrolled.

Scholarships
Bright Seeds International Kindergarten does not publicly offer scholarships or bursaries. No details on financial aid, merit-based awards, or fee waivers are listed in its published materials.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly state the use of a formal waitlist or pool system.
School Events
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