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Understand how to find a school in Thailand and what the enrolment procedure involves...
The first decision will be whether to send the child to a government school (if allowed) or a private, international school. Places in government schools are not allocated on a catchment area basis.
Applications for all schools need to be made at the school itself.
Admission requirements for foreign students
If a student has one Thai parent and their birth was registered in Thailand, that student is classified as a Thai national and is entitled to all the benefits of a Thai national.
Some or all of the following documents are usually required for foreign students enrolling in international or government schools. Check with the school for individual requirements.
- Passport valid for six months beyond intended length of stay
- Non-immigrant ED visa
- All documentation from previous school (if applicable)
- Birth Certificate
- Health Certificate
- Immunisation Records
The following documents are required for foreign students enrolling in a higher education school:
- High School Certificate or equivalent
- Academic records from previous schools
- Non-immigrant ED visa
An admission exam may also be required before a student is accepted into a programme of study.
Finding an International School
Websites with information and links and information on international schools:
- International Schools of Bangkok and Thailand
- British Curriculum Schools
- International School Association of Thailand