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Prospectuswww.standrews-schools.com

Sathorn - Primary Specialist

Sukhumvit 107 - Primary & Secondary School

Green Valley - Primary & Secondary School

St. AndrewsInternational SchoolSathorn• Sukhumvit 107• Green Valley

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Welcome to St. Andrews Int ernational School

At St. Andrews International School we believe the success of our programme is based on teamwork, collaboration and the broad participation of our international community. All our students are unique individuals, with equal potential to make a positive contribution to the school and society.

Our goal is to develop independent, confident, lifelong learners with a sense of global awareness, along with the necessary skills to prepare them for the challenges and changes which lie ahead. St. Andrews International School is a truly international school. Our teaching staff and the wider school community proudly reflect the shared vision, commitment and energy necessary to ensure the educational success of every student.

While we have established high standards for academic achievement and performance, our educational programme has been created with an emphasis on the development of the whole person. We focus on the total growth of our students, addressing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs in addition to academic welfare. We aim to provide the direction; counsel and support that each student needs to reach their full potential.

Our school environment provides daily opportunities for students to increase their knowledge and skill base in order to acquire the attributes necessary for meaningful lives. The curriculum at St. Andrews International School is designed to support a developmental, student-centred approach where teaching for understanding is coupled with a stimulating and varied curriculum.

Frequent positive and constructive feedback to students characterises our learning environment. This is an essential ingredient for a programme that seeks to nurture in every student a love for learning, a strong sense of self-esteem, personal integrity and a respectful, caring attitude towards others.

With more than 50 nationalities represented on our campuses, each of us has an exceptional opportunity to develop an understanding of, and appreciation for, the philosophies of people from many different cultures.

We hope that you will take the opportunity to contact us, and others in our school community, to gain a deeper understanding of our programme. And, of course, we hope that you can visit us to learn first-hand what sets us apart in the world of international education.

Karen PennockHead of School, Sathorn

Peter McMurray Head of School, Sukhumvit 107

Andrew HarrisonHead of School, Green Valley

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Welcome to St. Andrews Int ernational SchoolKaren PennockHead of School, Sathorn

Peter McMurrayHead of School, Sukhumvit 107

Andrew HarrisonHead of School, Green Valley

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Our Campuses

Sathorn CampusPrimary Specialist, 2 to 11 years

Set in a beautifully renovated historical building, Sathorn Campus is in the middle of Bangkok’s central business district. Our classrooms are bright and stimulating, enabling a full, creative curriculum to be accessed. Other facilities include a 25-metre swimming pool, an air-conditioned canteen, two air-conditioned halls perfect for the performing arts and indoor physical education activities, ICT and a well-resourced library.

Many of the children live in the local community so manage to avoid the Bangkok traffic altogether and walk to school; this is indeed a rare opportunity in Bangkok.

Sukhumvit 107 Campus2 to 18 years offering IGSCE and IB Diploma

With a vibrant and green campus at the foot of Bearing BTS, Sukhumvit 107 is easily accessible for our students. The property sits on expansive grounds suitable for a wide variety of outdoor activities and sports, with a 25-metre swimming pool and multi-purpose, all-weather covered gymnasium.

Early Years houses our youngest children and contains an exclusive, age appropriate playground. Our newly opened Secondary school building boasts specialist classrooms including a large food technology room, ICT and Science labs, and a well-resourced library with its own new computer suite.

Green Valley Campus2 to 18 years offering IGCSE and IB Diploma

Set in the beautiful lush green surroundings of Green Valley Golf & Country Club on the outskirts of Pattaya, St. Andrews International School, Green Valley is a purpose built campus with a dedicated Early Years Centre. With extensive playing fields and riding stables, set amongst three golf courses and rural surroundings, it is both inspirational in its layout and setting.

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Our Campuses

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A Rigorous International Education

Sathorn and Sukhumvit 107 Campus - British National Curriculum (Key Stage One and Two)

Key Stage One and Two in the British National

Curriculum is a course of study designed

to meet the educational requirements of

students between the ages of 5 and 11 years.

The professional staff at the schools have

also supplemented this curriculum to reflect

the needs of students living in a setting in

Thailand. The result is that the curriculum

taught is broadly based and promotes the

students’ moral, cultural, mental, social and

physical development.

Green Valley Campus - Candidate school for the IB Primary Years Programme*

The PYP is an international curriculum

framework designed for children between the

ages of 3 and 11 years. The programme focuses

on the total growth of the developing child

addressing social, physical, emotional and

cultural needs in addition to academic welfare.

The PYP encourages international-mindedness,

a positive attitude to learning and reflections

on real life. The PYP offers a balance between

learning about or through the subject areas,

and learning beyond them.

Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus - IB Diploma

The IB Diploma Programme is recognised by

universities in 124 countries and is designed

to be taken over two years (age 16-18). The

DP includes six academic subjects and the

central core which consists of the extended

essay, theory of knowledge and CAS (creativity,

action and service). Students study two

modern languages, humanities or social science

subject, an experimental science, mathematics

or computer science, and another subject

including the arts.

*St. Andrews International School, Green Valley is an IB World School, authorised to offer the IB Diploma and a candidate school for the IB PYP. These are schools that share a common philosophy - a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that St. Andrews International School, Green Valley believes is important for our students. Only schools authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) as IB World Schools can offer any of its three academic programmes, the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP) or the Diploma Programme (DP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorisation will be granted.

We base our teaching and learning on challenging British and international standards. Our approach to education is student-centred and our curriculum is broad based and academically rigorous. It incorporates the best practices in education and benefits from constant improvement.

At St. Andrews International School all campuses have an Early Years programme and Primary

School. During Early Years and Primary School we offer British National Curriculum at Sathorn

and Sukhumvit 107 campuses and Green Valley campus is a candidate school to offer the

International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP)*. Secondary School is offered

at Green Valley and Sukhumvit 107 where students from Sathorn continue their education

after Primary School. At Secondary School we offer IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate

Diploma Programme (DP).

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A Rigorous International Education

Accreditations

CfBT www.cfbt.com

St. Andrews International School is accredited

by the Centre for British Teaching (CfBT) and

has achieved 2 star accreditation. The majority

of international schools in Thailand have

achieved the standard/1 star accreditation

only. St. Andrews was the first to be awarded

this enhanced standard during its last

accreditation cycle and are now all striving to

be awarded the highest level of accreditation

from CfBT (3 star).

CfBT is one of only four organisations authorised

by the Thai Education Ministry to carry out

international accreditations in Thailand. CfBT

Education Trust is a UK-based organisation

working throughout the UK and internationally

in 40 countries. In the UK, CfBT inspects a third

of all UK schools on behalf of Ofsted.

IB World School www.ibo.org

St. Andrews Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley

campuses are IB World Schools authorised to

offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma

Programme. IB World Schools share a common

philosophy – a commitment to high quality,

challenging, international education that St.

Andrews believes is important for our students.

ONESQA

St. Andrews International School is licensed

by the Thai Ministry of Education and

accredited through ONESQA (Sor Mor Sor) – the

international schools inspection body.

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Armenia

Australia

Austria

Azerbaijan

Belgium

Brazil

Cambodia

Canada

China

Costa Rica

Denmark

Egypt

Finland

France

Germany

Iceland

India

Indonesia

Iran

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Japan

Kenya

Korea

Lithuania

Malaysia

Mongolia

Morocco

Nepal

Netherlands

New Zealand

Norway

Pakistan

Peru

Philippines

Portugal

Russia

Singapore

South Africa

South Korea

Spain

Sri Lanka

Sweden

Switzerland

Syria

Taiwan

Thailand

United Kingdom

USA

Uzbekistan

Venezuela

Vietnam

St. Andrews International School students come from over 50 nations around the world

Celebrating our Diversity

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Our Philosophy

St. Andrews International School offers

education to children from international and

local communities. The education programmes

are broadly based on the National Curriculum

for England and the schools endeavour to meet

the needs of the whole child in order for them

to fulfil their potential in academic, social,

emotional, cultural and physical development.

This is achieved through a balanced curriculum

that contains a blend of both traditional

values and modern technology. Emphasis on

the individual is actively encouraged and

supported by an ethos that is caring, respectful

and tolerant of differences in abilities, needs,

cultures and religions.

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St. Andrews is committed to:

• Teaching the students to appreciate other

cultures and to be aware of the needs and

values of others.

• Teaching students that all people are equal

regardless of race, gender, colour and religion.

• Helping each student achieve the highest

academic standards and reach their

potential at their individual ability level.

• Promoting a balanced curriculum that

caters for students’ physical, social,

emotional and cultural development.

• Teaching with an interactive approach to

learning, within a stimulated, structured

environment to ensure that we promote a

sense of self-worth, self-esteem and

confidence in our students. ’‘

St. Andrews’ Philosophies

and Objectives will guide

our work in fulfilling

our vision of becoming

the leading British

international school in

Thailand and achieving

excellence in education

and promoting consistent

values throughout our

community.

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Cognita is a leading international independent

schools group committed to excellence in

education. With over 64 schools across the UK,

Spain, Latin America and Asia in the care and

education of over 27,500 students its reputation

is built on strong leadership, a determination

to provide the highest quality teaching, a broad

curriculum and personal support for every child.

Cognita’s Philosophies

• We promote and preserve the unique

character and identity of each school

• We foster best practice in every aspect of our

schools’ provision

• We support and monitor teacher performance,

investing in regular and appropriate staff

training and development

• We strive to challenge all children to realise

their full potential in all fields of endeavour

• We encourage open and effective

communication between our schools and our

parents

• We seek to engage and work with our parents

at every available opportunity

Cognita Schools Group

St. Andrews International School is part of the Cognita Schools Group.

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“Walk through the classroom door and you

know the atmosphere is intense. Every child

is involved, there is silent concentration and

there is excitement and there is laughter. This

is teaching as it should be.

How is it done? The teachers are invariably

passionate about their subjects. They have the

highest possible expectations of every child.

They are experts in the craft of the classroom.

Teaching excellence, Cognita’s goal. The most

important thing we can offer our pupils.”

Sir Chris WoodheadChairman

Sir Chris Woodhead received his knighthood

from Queen Elizabeth in 2011 for his long

service in education. He ran the National

Curriculum Council and the School’s Curriculum

Assessment Authority, before his appointment

as Her Majesty’s UK Chief Inspector of Schools

in 1996.

For more information on Cognita, please visit

www.cognitaschools.com

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Early Years at Sathorn, Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Nursery, Kindergarten & Reception: Age 2 - 5

Early Years Principles & Curriculum

Nursery, Kindergarten and Reception class

teachers follow the principles and curriculum of

the Early Years Foundation Stage framework for

England.

Principles reflected in the programme:

• Every child is a competent learner from birth

who can be resilient, capable, confident and

self-assured.

• Children are encouraged to develop positive

relationships. Partnership with parents is

crucial to this development.

• The learning environment plays a key role in

the children’s development.

• All children learn in different ways and at

different rates.

• All areas of learning are equally important

and inter-connected.

Interactive Learning

Teaching and learning for the children in our

Early Years Department has a high emphasis

on structured, creative play and interactive

learning.

The teaching programme is organised into topics

or themes to ensure that the children are given a

wide range of real-life and everyday experiences.

It is very important in the Early Years section of

the school that our teachers plan activities for

both the inside and outside areas so that the

children see them as one learning environment.

The environment is organised into a variety of

inviting learning areas that change and evolve

over time, whether they be a book corner,

mathematics area or a stimulating role play area.

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Early Years at Sathorn, Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Nursery, Kindergarten & Reception: Age 2 - 5

Early Learning Goals

• Personal and Emotional Development

• Communication, Language and Literacy

• Problem Solving, Reasoning and Numeracy

• Knowledge and Understanding of the World

• Physical Development

• Creative Development

Assessment & Achievement

Our experienced Early Years teachers are

continuously assessing the children’s progress

through observation and conversation.

Dialogue with parents is an essential part of

this assessment procedure. Teachers build

up a portfolio of children’s progress through

photographs and recorded observations. These

form the basis for discussions with parents, who

are also invited to contribute to these portfolios. ’‘

The Early Years Programme

at St. Andrews is a happy

and exciting experience

for your child that will

build a positive attitude

towards learning. This safe

and relaxed environment

is led by a team of highly

experienced teachers who

specialise in Early Years

education.

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Primary School at Sathorn, Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Year 1 – 6: Age 5 - 11

Sathorn and Sukhumvit 107 Campus - British National Curriculum

Children study in Key Stages One and Two,

from the British National Curriculum which

is also supplemented to reflect the needs of

students living in an international setting in

Thailand. The result is that the curriculum

taught is broadly based and promotes the

students’ moral, cultural, mental, social and

physical development. Where appropriate,

the curriculum is taught through themes to

ensure that learning is relevant. Children love

to become involved in topics and this leads to

them carrying out independent research. The

topics are planned carefully so that they are

appropriate for our children in our international

setting and enable skills to be taught within

a rich learning environment. Subject areas

include English, Maths, Science, Information and

Communication Technology, History, Geography,

Design Technology, Art, Physical Education, Music,

Foreign Languages and Personal, Social and

Health Education.

Green Valley Campus - Candidate school for the IB Primary Years Programme*

The IB PYP focuses on the total growth of the

developing child addressing social, physical,

At St. Andrews the emphasis is on developing the key skills that children need to be able to become

confident, lifelong learners. We recognise that children come to us as distinct individuals with unique

experiences, backgrounds, abilities and interests.

*St. Andrews International School, Green Valley is an IB World School, authorised to offer the IB Diploma and a candidate school for the IB PYP. These are schools that share a common philosophy - a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that St. Andrews International School, Green Valley believes is important for our students. Only schools authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) as IB World Schools can offer any of its three academic programmes, the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP) or the Diploma Programme (DP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorisation will be granted.

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Primary School at Sathorn, Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Year 1 – 6: Age 5 - 11

emotional and cultural needs in addition to

academic welfare, through a comprehensive,

inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning.

The programme also encourages international-

mindedness, a positive attitude to learning and

reflections on real life. The subject areas of

Mathematics, Language Arts, Science, Social

Studies, Art, Personal and Social Education,

Physical Education and Modern Languages are

taught through interdisciplinary themes in order

to help the students make connections between

the subjects, thereby facilitating more effective

learning. Technology is integrated across our

curriculum to enhance student learning and

build student confidence in their ability to

effectively use technology to acquire, process

and communicate information.

Assessment & Achievement

We have high expectations for our children

and carry out regular assessments to ensure

that they are making good progress. Attitude,

learning skills, social relationships and effort

are considered equally important when looking

at the overall development of the child. These

assessments allow us to refine our teaching and

learning to make sure that the individual needs of

all our children are being met.

An array of English and international standardised

teacher assessments are utilised so that

attainment can be compared to children in

the UK and other international settings. This,

matched with feedback from past parents, shows

us that children at St. Andrews match and in

many cases, exceed the attainment of children in

England and other international settings.

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Secondary School at Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Year 7 – 11: Age 11 - 16

CurriculumStudents in Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8 and 9) broadly

follow the Secondary National Curriculum for

England which is adapted to meet the needs of our

international communities. They study the same

subjects as in the Primary school but they are

taught by specialist teachers.

IGCSE CourseStudents in Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11) follow

a two-year IGCSE course. We offer a broad and

balanced range of subjects at this level.

At St. Andrews we recognise and address the broad range of needs of young teenage learners, while

encouraging them to appreciate cultural diversity.

• English Language

• English Literature

• English as a Second

Language

(where applicable)

• Mathematics

• Science (Double Award)

• Thai

• French

• Geography

• Information &

Communication

Technology (ICT)

• Art

• Business Studies

• Mandarin

• History (GV Only)

• Dutch (GV Only)

• Music

• Physical Education

• Drama

• English

• Maths

• Science

• Information &

Communication

Technology (ICT)

• History

• Geography

• Art

• Physical Education

• Music

• Personal, Social and

Health Education

• Thai language

• French

• Mandarin

• Design Technology

(S107 Only)

• Dutch Stream

(where applicable - GV Only)

Secondary Subject Areas

IGCSE Subjects

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Secondary School at Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Year 7 – 11: Age 11 - 16

Early Examinations

Although examinations are usually taken at

the end of Year 11, some of our students have

taken examinations early, so that they can then

take more advanced courses the following year.

Examples of this include students taking IGCSE

English as a Second Language exam in Year 9,

offering them the opportunity to follow the First

Language English Course in Years 10 and 11.

Assessment & Achievement

Assessment is continuous and systematic; this

allows for personalised learning which ensures

that students make good progress towards

attaining their potential IGCSE grades and beyond

into the IB Diploma and the university of their

choice.

Regular progress reports are sent to parents and

parent/teacher conferences are held to discuss

each child’s social and academic progress. ’‘

We promote positive social

interactions and provide

opportunities for students

to acquire the knowledge,

skills and attitudes

necessary for lifelong

learning. We believe that

parental involvement is

an essential ingredient

in providing a quality

education for our students.

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International Baccalaureate (IB) D iploma Programme (DP) at Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Year 12 – 13: Age 16 - 18

We offer the International Baccalaureate

(IB) Diploma Programme of studies which is

recognised by universities in 124 countries and is

designed to be taken over two years (16-18 years

old). Research conducted in the UK reveals the

fact that university admissions offices recognise

that the skills developed by IB students make

them highly desirable applicants for university

courses.

Green Valley and Sukhumvit 107 campuses are IB

World Schools authorised to offer the IB Diploma.

In addition to the substantial knowledge

gained, the skills developed during our two

year programme of study will benefit students

who need to learn the value of information and

develop independent study skills. These are both

important for university success when the higher

order thinking skills of analysis, synthesis and

evaluation are constantly required.

The DP includes six academic subjects, of which

students must choose three at Higher Level (HL)

and three at Standard Level (SL) plus the central

core which consists of the extended essay, theory

of knowledge, and creativity, action, service

(CAS). Students study two modern languages,

a humanities or social science subject, an

experimental science, mathematics and another

subject including the arts.

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International Baccalaureate (IB) D iploma Programme (DP) at Sukhumvit 107 and Green Valley Campus: Year 12 – 13: Age 16 - 18

Group 1 – First Language• English (HL/SL)

• Thai (HL/SL)

• Mandarin (HL/SL) (S107 Only)

• Korean School Guided Self-taught (SL) (GV Only)

• Dutch School Guided Self-taught (SL) (GV Only)

• French School Guided Self-taught (SL) (GV Only)

Group 2 – Second Language• English (HL)

• Mandarin Ab Initio (SL)

• French Ab Initio

Group 3 – Individuals and Societies• Geography (HL/SL) (GV Only)

• Business & Management (HL/SL)

Group 4 – Experimental Sciences • Biology (HL/SL)

• Chemistry (HL/SL) (GV Only)

• Physics (HL/SL)

• Environmental Systems and Societies

(S107 Only)

Group 5 – Mathematics • Maths (HL/SL) (GV Only)

• Maths Studies (SL)

Group 6 – The Arts and Electives• Visual Arts (HL/SL)

• History or Chemistry (HL/SL) (GV Only)

Subjects Offered

Please note some subjects require a minimum number of students, please contact admissions for

further information.

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Dutch Stream at Green Valley

The Dutch Stream at St. Andrews International

School, Green Valley Campus started in August

2006. At that time 12 students attended Dutch

lessons. Now, six years later, 50 students from

Belgium and Holland get to learn the language in a

fun, challenging and ever-changing environment.

Our lessons are centred around two aims:

1: To learn to read, write, understand and enjoy the

Dutch language;

2: To get to know their country; what is the culture

of Holland and Belgium?

For learning the language we use text books ratified

by the Dutch government and used in most of the

Dutch schools in Holland. Besides, we also have fun

computer games to help them to correctly spell

Dutch words. We shouldn’t forget to mention the

latest addition in our classroom, which helps us to

convey the lessons: our interactive whiteboard.

Our next step in striving to improve our standard

of teaching is the use of iPads during lessons. Next

to that, we keep our standards high and pupils

motivated by refreshing our library with new and

exciting books for all ages.

As mentioned, besides learning the Dutch

language, we also focus on main cultural events

in the Netherlands and Belgium, for example:

Koninginnedag (Queen’s Day), Prinsjesdag and the

main event for children: Sinterklaas (Dutch version

of Santa Claus). The pictures on this page are a

reflection of the fun and excitement the students

experience during those celebrations.

The Dutch Stream is fully integrated with the

International department. That’s why Sinterklaas is

not only celebrated with Dutch Students, but with

all students from Year 1 to Year 4. Dutch Students

also mingle during school activities, such as: book

week, International Day and science fair.

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Dutch Stream at Green Valley

The Dutch Stream provides lessons for children aged

4 to 18, in other words, from Reception onwards to

the International Baccalaureate Diploma (DP) Dutch

Self-Taught Programme. The DP was started three

years ago and so far 100% of students have passed

the test.

The Dutch Stream has been visited twice by the

Inspector of Education. Both times our Primary

and Secondary divisions have been accredited

and regarded as very successful therefore totally

integrated with St. Andrews, Green Valley.

The Dutch Department is financially supported by

the Dutch government. This enables us to keep

the Dutch curriculum up to date and supports our

library and other resources regarding Dutch lessons.

We look forward to growing our Dutch Stream at

Green Valley and other St. Andrews campuses.

If you would like to know more about the Dutch

Stream curriculum, feel free to contact us at:

[email protected] ’‘The Dutch Stream

at St. Andrews

International School

is a fun way to get to

learn the language

in a challenging

and ever-changing

environment.

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St. Andrews International School Overviewgiving you the bigger picture

CognitaSt. Andrews International Schools are part of the

Cognita group of schools which educates over

27,500 students with over 4,000 teachers and

support staff in over 64 schools across 7 different

countries. Teaching excellence, Cognita’s goal,

is the most important thing we can offer our

students.

CommunicationCommunication and support between home and

school are critical to us. We firmly believe that

parental involvement is an essential ingredient in

providing a quality education. We seek input from

parents to guide our progress and we encourage

parents to be actively involved in their child’s

education.

CurriculumSt. Andrews offers a British International

Curriculum with students studying for IGSCEs and

an IB Diploma. St. Andrews’ approach to learning

creates independent, confident lifelong learners.

Sathorn Campus is a primary specialist, Sukhumvit

107 and Green Valley are full school’s catering for

students from 2 to 18 years old.

Dutch Stream (GV 0nly)We offer Dutch lessons to Dutch and Belgian

students for whom Dutch is their first language.

These lessons are offered to students from

Reception through to Secondary School.

EALAt St. Andrews we have a limited number of

places for students from Reception to Year 9

who require English as an Additional Language

support. We have experienced teachers in EAL

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St. Andrews International School Overviewgiving you the bigger picture

Extra-Curricular ActivitiesWe offer a variety of lunch time and

afterschool activities to enhance students

experience and allow time to explore

interests in a structured way. These include

sports, clubs and performing arts and vary

by term.

who are able to give support to children both in

class and through personalised tuition.

Field/Residential TripsThroughout the school students are involved in

field and/or residential trips each year to give

appropriate and challenging experiences which

enhance their studies in different subjects.

Location & TransportationSt. Andrews is easily accessible. Sathorn Campus

is located in central Bangkok and many students

walk to school. Sukhumvit 107 students can take

the train as the campus is at the foot of Bearing

BTS. Green Valley Campus is on the outskirts of

Pattaya and is easily reached by car. We offer a

school bus service to and from school at all our

campuses.

Teaching StaffSt. Andrews is committed to recruiting qualified

teachers who are highly experienced, dedicated,

caring and passionate about their subject and age

range, as well as being excited by the prospect of

working within a dynamic, diverse community.

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Admissions getting you where you want to be

St. Andrews Admissions is open and looking

forward to hearing from you Monday to Friday,

8am to 4pm. We offer rolling admissions, allowing

entry throughout the year as long as space

is available. We aim to make the admissions

process a pleasant, straightforward experience.

To inquire about availability of places, or for

more information about anything covered in this

brochure, please contact Admissions via email at

[email protected]. Please note

that admissions meetings and school tours are

available by appointment only.

Necessary Documents:

• Application Form

• Application Fee

• 2 Passport Photos

• Photocopy of Student and Parent Passport

• Photocopy of Birth Certificate

• Medical Examination Form

• Official transcript or report cards for the

previous 2 years

• Any educational or specialist evaluation report

Steps for Admissions Process

Step 1Prospective students who wish to apply to St.

Andrews will need to submit all forms, fees and

documents before an application can be reviewed

for admission. Applications are considered in

chronological order of receipt.

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Admissions getting you where you want to be

Step 2Once these documents have been submitted

and the Application Fee has been received, the

Admissions Office will review the application file.

More information may be requested from you or

the previous school. St. Andrews will then contact

your family to schedule age specific assessments

with our Learning Support Co-ordinator followed

by an informal interview with the relevant Head

of School. You will then be notified whether your

child has met the criteria for admission.

Step 3When a place is offered, the Enrolment Fee must

be paid within seven (7) days. If the Entrance

Fee is not received within 7 days, priority

will be given to other applicants. The Medical

Examination Form will need to be completed and

returned prior to the student’s start date.

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ContactSathorn

Sukhumvit 107

Green Valley

1 Moo 7, Bangchang-Makham Koo Road, Banchang, Rayong, 21130Tel: +66 (0) 3803 0701

St. Andrews International School part of the Cognita Schools Group

9 Sathorn Soi 4, North Sathorn Road,Bangrak, Bangkok, 10500Tel: +66 (0) 2632 1995

7 Sukhumvit 107 (Soi Bearing),Bangna, Bangkok, 10260Tel: +66 (0) 2393 3883

Email:

[email protected]

www.standrews-schools.com