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St Andrews Year 12 students shone at the UK Chemistry Olympiad 2026, tackling questions that ranged from the chemistry of Doritos and swimming pools to medieval Uzbek mineralogy. Their curiosity and resilience earned impressive results: Kenji achieved Gold, Eclair Silver, and six students Bronze, with others gaining Participant Awards. Kenji’s Gold places him in the top 8.5% nationally and secures him a spot at the Cambridge Chemistry Camp.

St Andrews is delighted to announce the opening of its new Primary building this August, marking an exciting milestone in our commitment to delivering exceptional education. Thoughtfully designed for both our youngest learners in Foundation Stage (FS1–FS3) and our upper primary students in Years 5 and 6, the building combines innovative design with a strong educational vision. Ahead of the opening, new families and students were given a special first look at the building, exploring the light-filled classrooms and shared spaces and experiencing firsthand the exciting opportunities it offers.

At St Andrews, community is a lived experience shaped by connection, belonging, and lasting relationships. From Early Years and Primary School, students build strong bonds through shared learning, cultural celebrations, and meaningful experiences that help them feel part of something bigger. These friendships often endure well beyond school, as seen in the story of Kayou and So Yoon, whose connection remained strong across time and distance. Defined by a culture of showing up for one another, St Andrews is more than a school. It is a place where relationships begin early, grow deeply, and continue long after students leave.

St Andrews has been named a winner in the Edarabia Parents' Choice Awards 2026, recognised in the Top 10 out of more than 150 institutions reviewed across Thailand. The Edarabia Parents' Choice Awards recognise schools that have earned the highest levels of trust and confidence from their parent communities.

St Andrews Bangkok celebrates exceptional student success with a 100% pass rate in the globally recognised DELF French language certification. Backed by expert teaching and a strong language programme, students demonstrated outstanding proficiency while building confidence, global skills, and a competitive academic edge.

Building on its partnership with SCG’s Love the Sea Project, St Andrews Bangkok’s Year 9 Artificial Reef Project has reached an exciting milestone, with select student-designed reefs now being produced at full scale using cutting-edge 3D concrete printing technology. Through hands-on collaboration with industry experts, students have experienced the full journey from CAD design to real-world manufacturing. This innovative project showcases the school’s commitment to future-focused STEM education, empowering students to tackle real environmental challenges while developing critical skills in design thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration that extend far beyond the classroom.

St Andrews Bangkok takes a thoughtful and structured approach to supporting students through every stage of their education, from Early Years to IGCSE and IB, ensuring both academic and emotional readiness at each transition. Beginning with personalised home visits and strong English language support in the Foundation Stage, the school builds early confidence, while activities such as classroom visits and taster days help students adjust smoothly between Key Stages. As students move into secondary school, transition days, subject exploration opportunities, and clear guidance through options evenings and dedicated counselling help them make informed IGCSE choices. In the final years, induction programmes and continued support prepare students for the independence of the IB. Alongside this, a comprehensive Careers and Higher Education programme, including counselling, alumni engagement, and Career Day, equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed at university and beyond.

We are delighted to share that Jun, a Year 11 student at our school, has been selected to attend the MIT Student Trip this November as part of the prestigious MIT–Nord Anglia STEAM Collaboration. After completing an impressive entry project, Jun secured a place on this highly competitive programme and will join 68 students from more than 50 Nord Anglia schools worldwide.

St Andrews proudly celebrates the renewal of its Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM) Centre of Excellence status following a successful re-accreditation in May 2026. This recognition reflects the school’s strong and sustained commitment to inclusive education. As the first international school to achieve this milestone in 2024, St Andrews continues to lead in creating a supportive environment for every learner while sharing its expertise more widely. The school also hosted the IQM Thailand event, bringing together educators from across the country to advance inclusive practice.

Stay active and join our popular Activity Camps. Offering a wide variety of activities at both the Primary and High School for children aged 4 years old and up to keep active during the half-term break.

At St Andrews, inclusivity is at the heart of everything the school does, shaping a culture where every student feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. Through personalised learning pathways, diverse opportunities, and a strong focus on individual goals, students are empowered to define success on their own terms. This commitment ensures every learner can grow with confidence in a community built on equity, respect, and belonging.

Book Week at St Andrews brought the school’s multicultural community to life, as High School students joined Primary classrooms to share stories and language activities across a wide range of languages, including French, Japanese, Spanish, and Mandarin. Through this cross-age experience, younger students built confidence and deepened their love of reading, while older students developed leadership and communication skills

Our playgroup offers a safe, joyful space for children to play, explore, and build early social skills, with quality teachers supporting their learning every step of the way.

An in‑depth comparison of the IB Diploma and A‑levels within secondary education, exploring how each pathway prepares students for university and life beyond school. The article highlights how St Andrews Bangkok’s IB approach develops academic breadth, critical thinking, and independent learning, while also addressing how the IB is well placed to respond to the growing role of AI in education through ethical use, research skills, and future‑ready assessment practices.

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At St Andrews Bangkok Primary School, learning is innovative, intentional and research‑led. From the earliest years, the curriculum is designed not only to develop knowledge and skills, but also to nurture kind, empathetic and thoughtful learners. A piece of writing by one of our Year 2 students, shortlisted in the Top 20 of the Global Campus Writing Competition, out of 4,282 students across 53 Nord Anglia schools worldwide, offers a wonderful example of metacognition in action.

Discover how strong academic expectations support deep learning at St Andrews International School Bangkok.