Table of Contents Key Takeaways Choosing where to live as a relocating family works best when the school comes first. Confirm the school, then test the commute at school-run times before you shortlist housing, because Bangkok traffic can turn a short distance into a long daily drive. Match the home type and location to your…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways IGCSE is a subject-based secondary qualification, usually studied in Year 10 and Year 11, that leads into A-levels or the IB Diploma. Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel International GCSE are the two main versions offered internationally. Students planning to continue into A-level Bangkok programmes can use their IGCSE results to…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways Cambridge International A Level and Pearson Edexcel International A Level are both Key Stage 5 qualifications, usually studied in Year 12 and Year 13 after Cambridge IGCSE. The main difference is assessment style: Cambridge is linear, with exams sat together in June and November, while Edexcel is modular, with unit…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways Transferring your child to an international school in Bangkok is possible throughout the year. The start of the academic year usually offers the most places. Families should expect to compare curricula, gather academic records, and complete assessments regardless of when they move. Families can review international school admission Bangkok requirements…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways A-Level subject choices matter most for the university courses and careers they open, so how to choose A-Level subjects starts with the degree, not the timetable. A simple entry-requirements checklist covering required, preferred, and open subjects across three to five target courses keeps decisions grounded in real admissions criteria. Personal…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways Thai schools deliver exam-focused learning in Thai with a strong cultural grounding at a fraction of international school fees, while international schools offer English-medium teaching, smaller classes, inquiry-based methods, and globally recognised qualifications at a higher price point. The right fit comes down to long-term plans, budget, and how a…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways A Level focuses on three or four subjects assessed mainly by final exams, while the IB spans six subjects plus Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and CAS. Universities in the UK, the US, Australia, and Asia accept both, so the better choice for your child depends on how your…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways Choose a curriculum that aligns with your child’s learning style and future university plans. Begin the admissions process at least three to six months before your preferred start date. Prepare academic records, identification documents, and health records in advance. Visit schools in person before making a decision. Consider total educational…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is the British statutory framework for children from birth to age 5, used in UK schools and adopted by British-curriculum international schools in Bangkok. K1 (ages 3 to 4) and K2 (ages 4 to 5) build language, social skills, motor development, and early literacy…
Table of Contents Key Takeaways The British system is structured around Year groups, Key Stages, IGCSE at Year 11, and A Levels at Years 12 and 13, with narrow, deep senior study. The American system runs from Kindergarten to Grade 12, ending with a High School Diploma supported by GPA, SAT, or ACT, and keeps…