Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
950 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
19 |
| Most common nationality |
Thai |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
2.5 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Some are and Some are not |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes we do! English as Foreign Language department (EFL) is considered a very important academic support program at RAIS. This department’s program is designed to serve the needs of students from non-English speaking background. The main objective of this program is to help students become competent enough in English to become successfully integrated into the mainstream channel of education. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Chinese and Thai |
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes we do! |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Technology is used as the teacher sees fit for their classes. We try not to make our students wholly dependent on Technology, but is is integrated into the learning as needed. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes! All teachers have to be virtual Vlassroom ready at all times. It is mandatory. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
RAIS is a Christian school, so we have prayer at the start of the day and during all our programs at school. We do not force students to believe in Christianity but we ask them to respect it as the school is founded on Christian values. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We do not force students to believe in Christianity but we ask them to respect it as the school is founded on Christian values. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Advanced Placement (AP), International Schools Assessment (ISA), Online Science Asssessment, Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) |
| Results in these examinations |
Very good! |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes we do! |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Homework is given thoughtfully within reason as we here at RAIS believe that homework is a good way for students to recall learned lessons at home instead of playing on their gadgets all the time. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes! RAIS has a Special Educational Needs Department (SEN) to support students with special educational needs. We also provide Shadow Teachers for students who need shadowing. |
| Learning support offered |
Special Educational Needs students are supported on a one-to-one basis with their lessons tailored to their specific academic needs. They are mentored, taught lifeskills and academic subjects to help them move up in level and grade so they too have a future if they so choose it. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
RAIS makes every effort to help our gifted and able students by providing them with opportunities to excel outside of school in various fields of study and in extracurricular activites and by helping them get into prestigious universities all over the world. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes! RAIS has 4 Counsellors. 2 of them are educational psychologists. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes we do! |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We conduct Placement tests for English and Math skills, followed by an interview by the Registrar, Guidance Counsellor, and Section Head of the respected level of the student. Both written and oral tests are conducted only in English. Determining the applicant’s proficiency in the English language is based on: English Language Skills
Mathematics Skills
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| Waiting list |
As of the school year 2025, we have a waiting list. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
July |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
Nursery and Kindergarten: 8:30 am
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| School finish time |
Monday to Friday: 2:40 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes we do! |
| 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 |
So many.... Afterschool tutorials, Chess club, Dance, Debate club. Community Service Club, Business Club, Vex Robotics Club, and many more |
| Sports activities included |
Every quarter of the school year brings new learning activities and enjoyment to every student. Various sports activities are introduced such as basketball, volleyball, football, futsal, handball, badminton, table tennis, track and field, and parlor games for younger students in order to cater to the individual needs and differences of each student. These activities give students the opportunity not just to compete with the other students and to prove their worth, but to mingle, socialize and establish friendships with other students. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
We have: Chemistry lab, Physics lab, Biology lab, library, Mini theater, Dance studio, Cooking lab, Vex lab, Photography lab, Computer labs, Orchestra room and many more. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
For sports we have Football field, Basketball courts, Futsal court, Volleyball court, Badminton Court, Long jump area...ect |
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
Our RAIS Boarding is open for ages 12 onwards |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
We have a state of the art boarding facility with great rooms offering meals, laundry service, gym, Cleaning crew... ect |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Ramkhamhaeng Advent International School (RAIS) is a privately-owned Christian school serving students from Daycare to Grade 12 in the greater Bangkok area. It is operated by the G.J. Education Company Ltd. RAIS is founded on the premise that God is the Creator of all life and the Source of all knowledge. For that reason, academics at RAIS place a large emphasis on teaching Christian Values and the wisdom that comes from God so the school’s motto states, “They shall all be taught of God.” In addition to stressing academic achievement, RAIS curriculum places an equal importance on character development. Students are taught and encouraged to demonstrate respect for diverse cultures and people both in words and in deeds. The academics at RAIS revolve around quality, well-rounded Christian education emphasizing academic excellence and character development. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Ramkhamhaeng Advent International School seeks to provide a well-rounded Christian education that focuses on academic excellence and the development of strong moral values. Hands-on teaching practices, viewing each child as a unique creation of God. Teachers recognize that students at all levels of schooling possess individuality, encourage development and use specific talents to become individuals of principle qualified for any position in life. Through positive reinforcement, the faculty seeks to assist each student in achieving his/her academic goals and other potentials. |