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Key Facts
World's best universities
Our graduates received 85 offers from the world’s top 100 universities in 2022, including King’s College London and the University of Chicago.
Above the global average
Our IBDP class of 2022 scored 34 points – above the international average – with 20% achieving 40 points or more.
Unparalleled choice
We offer the widest choice of subjects in Thailand, with 34 options at IGCSE and 35 at IBDP.

YOUR CHILD'S PERSONALISED JOURNEY TO SUCCESS

At St Andrews, your child will achieve amazing things.

Recognised as outstanding in all areas by British Schools Overseas, our students enjoy a remarkable breadth of innovative learning experiences, which inspire and challenge them to be their very best. This includes exclusive collaborations with The Juilliard School, UNICEF, and MIT, the widest choice of subjects in Thailand, and more than 150 extra-curricular clubs and activities.

Nurtured by our outstanding teachers – who will feed your child’s curiosity and ignite their passions – your child will get a fully bespoke education. They’ll carve their own personal and academic pathways to success, too, getting remarkable results that will take them wherever they want to go in life.

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Early years
  • Early years
  • Primary
  • High School
  • Senior Studies

OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from the Early Years Foundation Stage through primary, IGCSEs, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – follow a carefully personalised academic journey that’s unique to them. This sets them up for success and provides pathways to the best universities across the world.
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2 to 5 years old
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
The early years are a time of amazing growth, as your child develops into an inquisitive, curious, and imaginative young learner. Our exceptional early years experts treat each child as an individual, providing outstanding opportunities for them to learn through purposeful play, exploration, and discovery. Our approach also ensures each student hits important EYFS milestones.
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OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from the Early Years Foundation Stage through primary, IGCSEs, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – follow a carefully personalised academic journey that’s unique to them. This sets them up for success and provides pathways to the best universities across the world.
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5 to 11 years old
English National Curriculum
Our primary curriculum combines exceptional learning experiences in specialist subjects with a myriad of opportunities for exploration and discovery. Teachers ignite our students’ passions in a safe, supportive environment, channelling their natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning into personal, social, and academic success.
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OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from the Early Years Foundation Stage through primary, IGCSEs, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – follow a carefully personalised academic journey that’s unique to them. This sets them up for success and provides pathways to the best universities across the world.
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11 to 16 years old
English National Curriculum
Enriching, engaging, and packed with opportunities to pursue passions and develop talents, our Key Stage 3 and 4 curriculum culminates in the challenge of IGCSE exams. On our safe, inspiring, and innovative high school campus, your child will enjoy an education that’s tailored to their unique needs, skills, and ambitions.
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11 to 16 years old
BTEC
Alongside our Key Stage 3 and IGCSE curricula, we offer a thriving BTEC programme, which provides vocational pathways to Senior Studies, university destinations, and future careers. Courses deliver both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, developing our students' all-round skills.
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OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from the Early Years Foundation Stage through primary, IGCSEs, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – follow a carefully personalised academic journey that’s unique to them. This sets them up for success and provides pathways to the best universities across the world.
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16 to 18 years old
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
The pinnacle of international education, the IBDP opens doors to the world’s top universities. Your child will choose from the broadest range of subjects in Thailand, get outstanding academic and wellbeing support, and enjoy life-changing creative, sporting, and service opportunities. This will ensure they fulfil their potential and achieve their academic goals.
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International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP)
The career-related study further supports the programme’s academic strength and provides practical, real-world approaches to learning; and the CP core helps them to develop skills and competencies required for lifelong learning.
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16 to 18 years old
BTEC
In addition to the IBDP, we offer the internationally recognised BTEC programme, which provides vocational pathways to university and beyond. Developing our students' theoretical knowledge and practical skills, our BTEC courses offer the perfect blend of academic rigour and hands-on, real-world experiences.
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  • Early Years
  • Primary
  • HIGH SCHOOL
  • SENIOR STUDIES

EARLY YEARS

Nationalities
63
Teacher-student ratio
1:6
Average class size
16
Age range
2-5

PRIMARY

Languages taught
6
English, Thai, French, German, Japanese, and Korean.
Teacher-student ratio
1:9
Average class size
20
Age range
5-11

HIGH SCHOOL

Languages taught
6
English, Thai, French, German, Japanese, and Korean.
Teacher-student ratio
1:11
Average class size
20
Age range
11-16

SENIOR STUDIES

Languages taught
6
English, Thai, French, German, Japanese, and Korean.
Teacher-student ratio
1:11
Average class size
18
Age range
16-18
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  • Early years
  • Primary
  • High School
  • Senior Studies

A TYPICAL DAY AT ST ANDREWS

No two days are ever the same at St Andrews. That’s thanks to our personalised academic pathways, extraordinary breadth of learning experiences, and one-of-a-kind enrichment opportunities.
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A happy goodbye
There’s lots of laughter and excitement at drop-off time, as our early years teachers welcome children and parents into the classroom. After a happy goodbye, it’s time for the day’s adventures to begin!
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The great outdoors
Our youngest ones love making new discoveries in our outdoor play space. The mud kitchen is the perfect spot for messy play, where our children get tactile with water, sand, and paint, and let their imaginations run wild.
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Energy to explore
It’s time to rest, refresh, and refuel. Your child will enjoy a nutritious mid-morning snack and freshly prepared lunch, which will give them the energy they need to learn, play, and explore.
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Formative firsts
Every day is packed with formative ‘first’ experiences. In our gardening area, green fingers will plant seeds and connect with nature. Our children run, jump, and climb in our colourful soft play area. And they get an early introduction to healthy eating in our cooking room.
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Trying out tech
Our littlest learners delve into the world of modern technology from an early age. In our computer pod zone, your child will create and collaborate, safely using tablets, ergonomically designed keyboards, and simple coding devices.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT ST ANDREWS

No two days are ever the same at St Andrews. That’s thanks to our personalised academic pathways, extraordinary breadth of learning experiences, and one-of-a-kind enrichment opportunities.
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Learning in new ways
Exploring space and time, studying global habitats, and researching myths and legends – our world-class teachers present subject learning in exciting ways, developing masterful mathematicians, curious scientists, and creative writers.
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Speaking your language
We want every child to take pride in their culture and language, and our native Thai, German, French, Japanese, and Korean speakers spend time learning a variety of subjects in their mother tongue.
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On the move
After a healthy, nutritious lunch, students head to the pitch, pool, gym, and dance studio. Physical activity brings so many benefits, getting students moving and developing their resilience, teamwork, and communication skills.
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Getting creative
Your child can star on the stage, learn a musical instrument, or show-off their singing voice. Our collaboration with The Juilliard School opens a world of artistic opportunities.
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Doing what you love
From ballet, board games and basketball to Lego, robotics and hip hop dance, our extra-curricular clubs offer something for everyone. Your child will pick up lots of new hobbies, too!
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A TYPICAL DAY AT ST ANDREWS

No two days are ever the same at St Andrews. That’s thanks to our personalised academic pathways, extraordinary breadth of learning experiences, and one-of-a-kind enrichment opportunities.
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Rise and shine
Time with their tutor warms our students up for the day ahead. We’ll check in on your child’s wellbeing, making sure they’re happy, healthy, and ready to learn.
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Inventing the future
In our Apple classroom and design technology labs, hands-on STEAM experiments and creative challenges get young minds ticking, developing ingenious problem solvers and critical thinkers.
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Celebrating creativity
Our students are a gifted bunch! From sculpting, painting, and photography to drama and learning an instrument, we'll nurture your child’s artistic side, encouraging them to be creative every single day.
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Personalised pursuits
Every student’s day is different, which is thanks to personalised projects and one-of-a-kind collaborations that reflect individual strengths and interests. From computing and design to maths, physics, and history, each lesson throws up new challenges.
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It's up to you
The exceptional learning experiences don’t stop when lessons end. Enrichment activities – from syncronised swimming, water polo and tennis to martial arts, drone and debate club – will give your child the chance to do what they love.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT ST ANDREWS

No two days are ever the same at St Andrews. That’s thanks to our personalised academic pathways, extraordinary breadth of learning experiences, and one-of-a-kind enrichment opportunities.
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Global learners
Our oldest students’ morning kicks-off with tutor time. Our IBDP gives students a global perspective, and Creativity, Activity and Service, Theory of Knowledge, and wellbeing activities are a great way to start the day.
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The power of technology
3D printers, VEX robotics, laser cutters – our STEAM and science students use the very latest interactive EdTech. In our state-of-the-art labs, your child will find solutions to real-world problems and learn in exhilarating new ways.
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Creativity, Activity and Service
Exciting CAS opportunities are part of every IBDP student’s day. Learning an instrument, playing football or volleyball, or working towards The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, the world is at your child’s fingertips.
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A bright future
Our specialist staff will ensure your child is ready for the exciting next step in their education. We’ll help them to make big decisions, including which university course to study, providing the expert advice and guidance they need.
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Taking centre stage
Singing, acting, and dancing: our students star on the stage, showcasing their talents at school and community performances. Our collaboration with The Julliard School opens a world of artistic opportunities.
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OUR STATS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

100%
of our class of 2022 achieved five or more IGCSEs.
100
students graduated from our IBDP in 2022.
75%
of our students were accepted by their first-choice university.
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OUTSTANDING OUTCOMES

OUR STUDENTS ACHIEVE THE EXTRAORDINARY

At St Andrews, success is every child fulfilling their potential. We're incredibly proud of our students' individual and collective achievements - including their impressive academic results - which reflect their hard work, talent, and determination, as well as our commitment to personalised education.
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MEET OUR ALUMNI

Our flourishing network of alumni inspires our school community with stories of real-life experiences at university, as well as exciting careers around the world.
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Kristina
“Starting university felt like a natural continuation of my educational journey, which began at St Andrews. While here, I developed an independent and resilient mindset, which gave me the strength to take on new challenges.”
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Geo

"St. Andrew’s has helped me during the process of discovering and cultivating many of my passions, such as my love for theatre and English. I appreciate the help my teachers provided me throughout the years to become who I am today."

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Bjorn
“Everyone needs a little help from time to time, and the guidance I received – particularly from Learning Support – helped me to achieve more than I ever imagined possible.”
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HOW WE TEACH

Our teachers

Our exceptional teachers will personalise learning to your child’s needs, embracing their unique ambitions, hopes, and dreams for the future.
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LEARNING FROM THE BEST

You want the very best for your child. And so do our teachers. They’ll ignite your child’s passions, feed their curiosity, and create remarkable opportunities that inspire them to forge their own academic journey. We’re proud to be a fully inclusive school, too, where our teachers consider, care for, and support every learner to fulfil their potential.

Our exceptional educators are highly qualified with a wealth of skills. More than 70% have a Master’s degree or higher-level qualification. Our subject specialists are among the best in the world, too. Your child will learn from internationally acclaimed musicians and former Olympians who reimagine teaching in new and exhilarating ways.

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GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES

TALKING OUR LANGUAGE

At St Andrews, we believe that learning new languages, embracing different cultures, and developing a global outlook are vital to our students’ personal and academic growth. We offer a range of languages, both in the curriculum and through our enrichment programme, including Thai, Arabic, Hebrew, and German.
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ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE

LEARNING IN ENGLISH

We offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes for students who need extra help with their English. Tailored to each child’s needs and proficiency, our specialist EAL team makes sure everyone can access both our curriculum and wider school life.
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LEARNING SUPPORT PROGRAMME

CARE AND ATTENTION IN THE CLASSROOM

St Andrews is an inclusive, non-selective school where every student gets the care, attention, and guidance they need. Our Learning Support team helps children in the classroom, creating tailored pathways that ensure each learner fulfils their potential.
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SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS

SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS

Our STARS and Embracing Differences programmes provide specialist, structured support for students with special educational needs (SEN). Delivered by our team of experts, both programmes are personalised to individual learning requirements of each student.
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CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

At St Andrews, we offer an extraordinary range of outstanding learning opportunities. Here, your child will do what they love, make awe-inspiring new discoveries, and celebrate every individual success.

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