Factors affecting the decision to choose a boarding school in Thailand

Boarding schools in Thailand are schools that teach students not only academic knowledge but also teach them to learn and grow like a second home that teaches them how to live and function effectively in society.
But since boarding schools are like a second home where children will spend most of their time learning and growing, there are many factors that come into play when deciding on the right international boarding school in Thailand for your child. Let’s take a look at what they are.

1. Select from the curriculum
- Curriculum: International boarding schools vary in their curriculum, so you should check if the curriculum is in line with your child’s needs and goals. For example, ASB’s curriculum is an American curriculum that emphasizes critical learning and independent problem-solving.
- Language of instruction: Consider whether the language of instruction is appropriate for your child’s language abilities, and whether other languages are taught.
- Extracurricular activities: Does the school offer a variety of interesting extracurricular activities, such as sports, art, and music, which play an important role in developing a child’s all-round skills?

2. Choose from the facilities
- Classrooms and laboratories: Are the classrooms and laboratories equipped with modern equipment and sufficient for teaching? Are they also clean, spacious and suitable for learning?
- Student dormitories: Are student dormitories safe, clean and have complete facilities such as libraries, computer rooms, sports fields?
- Health facilities: Does the school have a clinic or hospital that can provide medical services in case of emergency? Or is there first aid equipment for minor accidents?

3. Choose from the quality of teachers
- Qualifications and Experience: Do the teachers have high academic qualifications and experience teaching international students?
- Teacher-student ratio: Is the teacher-student ratio appropriate? This will affect the efficiency of teaching and learning.

4. Choose from a variety of cultures
- Are there international students from a variety of countries? This will help students learn about different cultures and practice social skills.
- Activities to promote cultural diversity: Does the school have activities that promote understanding and respect between students from different cultures?

5. Choose from safety
- Security system: Does the school have a strong security system, such as CCTV, security guards, and building entry/exit systems?
- Anti-bullying measures: Does the school have measures to prevent and solve bullying problems?
- Healthcare: Does the school have close measures to care for students' health, such as annual health check-ups and disease prevention?

Deciding on an international boarding school in Thailand is a major decision, so parents should take the time to carefully research and compare different schools. Considerations include the school’s curriculum, facilities, teaching staff, and more.