Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
Over 1600 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
35 |
| Most common nationality |
Thai |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
70:30 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Thai, French, Spanish, Japanese or Mandarin. |
| Max. number of students per class |
Pre-Nursery = 15, Nursery = 17, Reception= 20, Year 1-Year 13 = 22 |
| Average number of students per class |
Pre-Nursery = 15, Nursery = 17, Reception= 20, Year 1-Year 13 = 22 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Yes |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We welcome and accommodate all students, regardless of their religious affiliation or non-religious status. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
We will offer IGCSE and A level examinations. |
| Results in these examinations |
We are delighted to see such impressive results from our students in their IGCSE exams. These results reflect their dedication, hard work, and the fantastic support from the school community. An impressive 86% of students achieved A*/A (9-7) grades in Mathematics, while 91% earned A*/A (9-7) grades in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Additionally, 100% attained A*/A (9-7) grades in Art, Music, and Modern Foreign Languages. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
For our inaugural Class of 2025, 35 Year 13 graduates received over 180 offers from 80 universities worldwide (as of 7 May 2025). Over 94% of our graduates secured offers from their first-choice universities, and 28.6% were awarded scholarships, including full scholarships to leading global institutions such as Boston University. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
We provide support for students with special learning needs, including those who are gifted and talented. Our whole-school provision includes a counsellor, SEN support, and Learning Enrichment (LE) programmes. Students who require additional language support may also receive English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, as recommended by their teachers. Learning support for students with difficulties is considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure they can access the curriculum. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Gifted and talented students are supported through an Individual Education Plan, structured collaboratively by the Learning Support team and their form tutor. Additional enrichment opportunities are also provided through our Learning Enrichment (LE) programmes. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Students can be referred to an educational psychologist if necessary; however, we do not have one on staff. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, we carry out admissions assessments as part of the enrolment process. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
For Early Years children, we conduct a play-based assessment. For children from Year 1 to Year 3, we hold a small group assessment and spend time with each child to evaluate their numeracy, literacy, and language levels. From Year 4 upwards, we conduct a cognitive aptitude assessment along with an interview. Parents are also interviewed as part of the admissions process. |
| Waiting list |
There may be a waiting list for certain year groups, depending on availability. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We operate on a rolling admissions basis, so there is no fixed deadline for registration. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, students may join after the academic year has started, although we recommend they begin alongside their peers whenever possible. |
| School start time |
Pre-nursery to Primary School (Years 1–6) starts at 8.00 am, while Senior School (Years 7–13) starts at 7.30 am. |
| School finish time |
Pre-nursery finishes at 12.00 pm. Nursery finishes at 12.20 pm in Term 1, and at 2.20 pm in Terms 2 and 3. Year 1 and above finish at 3.40 pm. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Students can be supervised from 7:30 am. After school, students are expected to take part in activities or be collected promptly. If a student is not collected, staff remain on duty until they are safely collected. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Students can explore their passions through over 500 co-curricular and extracurricular activities, clubs, and societies, from sports and arts to STEM, helping them discover new skills and make friends. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education, following the British National Curriculum, is mandatory and includes swimming lessons. Students are also encouraged to take part in co-curricular activities, which often include a variety of physical activities and sports. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, our students actively participate in numerous sports teams and competitions, both within the school and in inter-school competitions. |
| Facilities at the school |
King’s Bangkok offers state-of-the-art facilities to support learning and creativity, including a 625-seat auditorium (the Great Hall), a dining hall, specialist classrooms for Science, Design and Technology, Music, Robotics, Drama, Art, and Cooking, and exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces in the Early Years Centre. Senior students enjoy ‘The College’ complex, featuring a Sixth Form Centre, modern library with co-working spaces, 300-seat refectory with outdoor access, soundproof ensemble hall, The Forum, advanced art studios with exhibition space, a parents’ lounge with Dean & DeLuca Café and school shop, and over 550 indoor parking spaces. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Our extensive sports facilities include an enclosed, heated, saltwater Olympic-size swimming pool, a heated splash pool for Early Years students, outdoor and covered courts, a FIFA-quality football turf, an outdoor running track, an indoor jogging track, two air-conditioned sports halls with full-size basketball courts, a gymnastics studio with Olympic-standard floor and apparatus, a fully equipped TechnoGym fitness room, four tennis courts, and coverd multi-purpose space for sports and activities. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
King’s College International School Bangkok (King’s Bangkok) is a British international school and part of the King's College School Wimbledon International School. Since opening in August 2020 in the prestigious Ratchada–Rama 3 area, we have built a community centred on the values of Good Manners, Kindness, and Wisdom. Our education is founded on three pillars: Academic Excellence, exceptional Pastoral Care, and a broad range of Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Activities. Students follow a balanced, child-centred curriculum that encourages students to be curious, independent, and resilient, helping them grow into well-rounded global citizens. At King’s Bangkok, staff know each child personally and work closely with families to nurture confident, compassionate young people who live with a great heart. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At King’s Bangkok, academic rigour is just the starting point. We aim to engage, inspire, and extend our students. Our curriculum is adapted from King’s College School, Wimbledon, alongside the English National Curriculum, guiding learners from the Early Years Foundation Stage through IGCSE and A levels, preparing them for top universities worldwide |