Bangkok Patana School
British / English National Curriculum, IGCSE, IB Diploma
Bangkok Patana is one of Bangkok's longest-established international schools and follows a British curriculum pathway with senior IB options. Located in Bang Na, especially relevant for families in eastern Bangkok, Bang Na, Samut Prakan, or along Sukhumvit. Large campus with broad academic, arts, sports, and co-curricular provision. Likely to appeal to families wanting a well-established British-style school with a strong reputation.
Overview
- Age range: 2–18
- Grades: Foundation Stage to Year 13
- Fees: ฿525k – ฿1005k
- Application fee: THB 4,000 (listed as THB 5,500 from 1 August on official fee page)
- Capital / enrolment fee: Entrance fee THB 250,000 for first child / THB 200,000 for siblings; refundable deposit THB 50,000
- Class size: Secondary directory reports average ~22, max ~23 (verify with admissions)
- Admissions difficulty: Highly selective
- Availability: Contact admissions; waitlist possible for popular year levels
Language & learning support
EAL / English support: Formal EAL support. Language acquisition support in Key Stage 1 and discrete EAL provision in Key Stages 2 and 3.
SEN / learning support: Inclusion support is publicly referenced. Parents should ask admissions for current SEN capacity, thresholds, and whether external support is required.
Languages offered: English, Thai and additional languages — verify with admissions
Facilities
Admissions
Application deadline: Not publicly listed
Open day: Campus visits / tours available through admissions
Best fit for
- Families wanting a large, established British curriculum school with IGCSE and IB senior pathways
- Students who benefit from a broad co-curricular programme
- Families living near Bang Na or eastern Bangkok
Possible concerns
- High fees and possible waiting lists
- Large campus/community may feel overwhelming for some younger students
- Verify exact annual tuition against the latest official fee schedule
Questions parents should ask
- Are there waiting lists for my child's year level?
- What is the current average class size in primary and secondary?
- How is EAL support delivered and is there an additional fee?
- What SEN profiles can the school currently support?
- Which IB pathway options are available in the senior years?
- What compulsory fees should parents expect beyond tuition?
- Which school bus routes serve Bang Na, Sukhumvit, and central Bangkok?
