FEATURE: OVERSEAS EDUCATION Regents International School, Pattaya
A World of Opportunity In these times of global movement of people, a growing number of parents are opting for an overseas education for their children. We speak to some of Thailand’s best-known international schools to find out the benefits. – By Sarah Graham
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hen it comes to education, Hong Kong is well known for the wide variety of schooling options it offers both local and expatriate families. Home to some of the world’s best-known international schools, the city has something for everyone. But for those who seek a change of scenery for their young ones that’s not too far away, there are regional international schools worth considering. We spoke to three international schools in Thailand about the benefits of an overseas education.
Regents International School, Pattaya Part of the Nord Anglia family of schools, Regents International School, Pattaya offers the English National Curriculum and International Baccalaureate for its secondary pupils, and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for its primary students. It adopts
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the ‘Round Square’ approach to education, which means it firmly embeds the six ideals of democracy, environmental awareness, adventure, leadership, internationalism and service to the community into various areas of educational practice. Located in southern Thailand, it’s far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok yet close enough for a weekend city getaway. The school has been open for 25 years and boasts above average results. The Nord Anglia Education collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) means its 1,000 pupils can access its innovative way of learning the STEAM subjects (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics), encouraging creativity, experimentation, and teaching them how to apply their skills to real-world situations.
