Key Questions Every Parent Should Ask Specifically When Deciding on a Thailand International School

 

When it comes to selecting the best international school for your child, parents everywhere agrees it’s not the easiest of the task, and this is even more so for those searching for an international school in Thailand. So with so many schools, how do you know which international school is best for you? But the question is what to ask before selecting international school in Thailand? Whether you’ve got questions about their curriculum, qualifications or the location, we’ve put together this ultimate guide and checklist of the most important questions you should ask before deciding upon an international school that’s right for you (or your child) academically and life-wise.

 

What kind of curriculum does the school have?

In Thailand, foreign schools provide education in the curriculum of the country of their affiliation:

• Studying in the British curriculum (IGCSE, A-Level)
• American Curriculum (SAT, AP)
• The International Baccalaureate (IB) program.
• Singaporean Curriculum
• Australian Curriculum

You should ask:

• Is this the kind of curriculum your child will need for future desires?
• Might your child travel or study abroad?

Is the school accredited?

Is the school accredited by an international body, like:

• CIS (Council of International Schools)
• WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges)
• IB Organization (for schools that offer the IB curriculum)

Who are the teachers?

• How do we know they are native speakers?
• What experience do they have teaching their curriculum?
• Are they a qualified teacher?

What are the facilities like?

• Class rooms, science rooms, music rooms
• Playing fields, swimming pools, theatres
• Computer-based or technology-based learning in school

What are the clubs like?

• Music, sports, art activities
• Are there clubs or extracurricular life skills programs?

What is the average teacher-student ratio?

• How many people are in the class?
• What kind of personal support do students get?

How good is the care for mental health and well-being?

• Are there psychologist services?
• Is there a school policy on bullying?
• To what extent are children emotionally supported?

How much does it cost?

• What are the school's expenses (including activities, uniforms, equipment)?
• Do you offer financial aid or sibling discounts?
• Are there any payment plans?

The students The outcomes?

• Where do graduates end up?
• Do the students get good grades or test scores?
• Do any notable alumni have degrees here?

Before deciding on an international school in Thailand, ask these critical questions to make sure the school is the right fit for your child’s learning, living, and future: Talking to teachers or parents at the school, and visiting the school, can help make the decision easier. An interesting option is the American School of Bangkok or ASB, an international school in Thailand with an American curriculum, open to the world, and setting itself apart from others in terms of learning environment and teacher to student focus. For more detail, please visit https://asbgv.ac.th