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Denla British School

Thailand, Bangkok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees THB 530,700 - 1,009,200
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 900
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Japanese, Mandarin, Thai
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Denla British School (DBS), launched in 2017 near Bangkok in Nonthaburi province, serves students aged 2–19 on an 18‑acre campus. It delivers an Enhanced British Curriculum, modelled on UK independent schools, leading to IGCSE in Years 9–11 and A‑Levels in Years 12–13. The school day is extended by 1.5 hours to enrich learning and co‑curricular engagement. Facilities include specialist science and tech labs, makerspace, music and performing arts school with studio theatre and a 600‑seat auditorium, a 400 m track, tennis courts, a golf simulator and an indoor pool. The House System (Windsor, Balmoral, Buckingham, Sandringham) fosters teamwork via academic, sporting, STEM and charity competitions. English is the medium of instruction, while Thai and Mandarin are taught as subject languages. Co‑educational and day‑only, DBS also offers an on‑campus school shuttle bus.

www.dbsbangkok.ac.th

58 Moo 2 Ratchapruek Road, Om Kret, Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, 11120 Thailand

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The Essentials

Denla British School has 900 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
Denla British School is located at 58 Moo 2 Ratchapruek Road, Om Kret, Pak Kret, Nonthaburi 11120, about 30 minutes northwest of central Bangkok by expressway via Chaeng Wattana and Si Rat. The surrounding area is a green, suburban residential district with easy access to international schools, shopping centres, and riverfront parks.

Stages
DBS offers education for children aged 2 to 18, structured into Pre-Prep (Mini Dragons to Year 2), Prep School (Years 3–8), and Senior School including Sixth Form (Years 9–13).

Type
The school is co‑educational and serves day students only; no boarding facilities are offered.

Additional learning support
Specialist ESL/EAL teachers provide support both within mainstream classes and through withdrawn groups or one-on-one sessions, tailored to individual needs. While the school does offer in-class assistance for learning needs, there is no detailed public policy on broader SEN provisions or specialist facilities beyond language support.

Country affiliation
DBS is an independent international school in Thailand and does not have formal affiliation with any country.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day typically begins in the morning and ends around 15:10 for Reception to Year 13 students, with optional after‑school activities until about 16:20. The early years (Mini Dragons and Nursery) dismiss earlier in the afternoon.

Bus service
DBS operates a school shuttle bus service for students, with multiple routes available across Bangkok and Nonthaburi.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Denla British School ranges from THB 530,700 to THB 1,009,200 for 2026/27.

Application Fee: THB 5,000 (non‑refundable)
Admissions/Reservation Fee: THB 220,000 (non‑refundable; becomes the admissions fee once a place is offered)
Acceptance Deposit: THB 150,000 (refundable under specified conditions)

Annual Tuition Fees
Mini Dragons (age 2): THB 530,700
Nursery (EY1): THB 588,70
Reception (EY2): THB 671,800
Years 1–5: THB 799,600
Years 6–8: THB 880,250
Years 9–11 (IGCSE): THB 934,400
Years 12–13 (A‑Level): THB 1,009,200
Note: Simple interest of 1.25% per month, calculated daily, applies to unpaid tuition.

Discounts
2% discount for full-year payment made by Term 1 due date.
5% sibling discount for the second child; 10% for the third and subsequent children enrolled simultaneously.

Payment Methods
Payments can be made via bank transfer, credit card, cheque, or cash.
Academics

Denla British School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Denla British School’s curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum, beginning in Early Years and continuing through Year 6 in the Lower School, with specialist lessons in Thai, Mandarin, music, PE, computing and art woven throughout. The Lower School (Mini Dragons through Year 6) emphasises core subjects, English, maths and science, alongside creative and language development from age 2 to 11. Upper School students in Years 7–9 build on this foundation with a broad academic programme designed to prepare them for Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11. In Years 10–11, students take IGCSE examinations across a broad range of core and elective subjects, including sciences, humanities, languages and arts. Finally, in Sixth Form (Years 12–13), students follow Cambridge A‑Level courses in disciplines such as mathematics, sciences, humanities and creative subjects to prepare for university-level study.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Arrange a visit or attend an open day.
DBS offers optional school tours and open house sessions for prospective families to explore the campus and ask questions.

2. Submit registration and assessment.
Parents complete an application form, pay the application fee, and register for an age-appropriate assessment or trial day based on the student’s age.

3. Receive offer and deposit.
Once a place is offered, parents pay a non‑refundable admissions/reservation fee and a refundable acceptance deposit.

4. Confirm enrolment.
After accepting the offer and paying all required fees, parents will receive term calendars, uniform details, and information about joining in the new academic year.

Scholarships
Academic Scholarship, Sports, Music, Leadership, and Innovation Scholarships are available from Year 5 or Year 7 depending on the category, and are awarded based on ability and contribution in the relevant field. Scholars receive mentoring, development funding, and are expected to serve as school ambassadors.

Sixth Form High Academic Achievement Award provides a tuition discount (5–50%) based on IGCSE results in Year 11; continuing through Years 12–13.

Pandejpong Award is limited to up to three Year 12 entrants and offers a 100% tuition scholarship and THB 250,000 enrichment funding for two years, supporting university-preparation and extracurricular engagement.

Bursaries (financial aid) may be granted based on demonstrated financial need, following a financial assessment, and are separate from performance-based scholarships.

Waitlist
DBS operates a waiting list system. A reservation fee is paid to hold a place once placed on the list. If a spot becomes available within 12 months of placement and the student passes the assessment, the fee becomes the admissions fee. If no place is available within 12 months, the reservation fee is refunded.
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