📍 Bang Na, Bangkok
Thailand's oldest British international school (est. 1957) offering English National Curriculum through to IB Diploma.
Bangkok Patana School was established in 1957, making it Thailand's oldest British international school with over 65 years of excellence in education. As an independent, not-for-profit school, Patana provides a comprehensive British international education for students from 18 months to 18 years of age. Students follow the English National Curriculum through their foundational years, progress to IGCSE examinations at age 16, and then complete either the International Baccalaureate Diploma or Certificate in Years 12 and 13. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), reaffirmed in May 2022, and is an authorized IB World School. Bangkok Patana maintains its commitment to high-quality education through modern facilities, dedicated teaching staff, and a balanced approach that navigates between discipline and freedom, high achievement and personal growth, and rigor and enjoyment. The school operates two different application processes - one for Thai students (limited to 20% of enrollment) and another for international students, ensuring a truly diverse community. Parents consistently praise Patana for its excellent facilities, caring and talented teachers, strong sense of community despite being a large school, and environmentally conscious approach. Many families note that Patana is truly a tier 1 school in Bangkok, with some parents commenting that they couldn't find schools as good as Patana when returning to their home countries. The school creates a welcoming environment where "it's more of a home" and children "want to go to school on the weekend," reflecting the positive, nurturing atmosphere that has become Patana's hallmark over decades of educational excellence.
Inquiry & Information: Contact admissions team to discuss your family's needs and receive school information
Campus Tour: Schedule visit to explore facilities, meet staff, and experience Patana community
Application Submission: Complete application (separate processes for Thai vs. international students)
Pay Application Fee: 4,000 THB non-refundable fee (does not guarantee placement)
Assessment Process: Student assessment and family interview as part of non-selective admissions
Admission Offer: Receive decision based on availability and school fit
Enrollment: Pay entrance fee (250,000 THB first child, 200,000 THB subsequent) and first term tuition
Termly tuition with one-time entrance fees
"This is our third year at Patana and it's more of a home to us. My kids want to go to school on the weekend! Bangkok Patana School does an excellent job of navigating the fine line between discipline and freedom, between high achievement and personal growth, between rigor and fun. The teachers are talented, motivated and kind."
Emma Phillips · British Parent, 3 Years at Patana
"Having attended many international schools in Hong Kong and Sydney, Patana is amongst the best I've seen. Many people are disappointed when they go back home because they can't find a school as good as Patana in their home country. Great facilities, caring teachers who focus on basics to enhance confidence rather than forcing memorization."
Michael Zhang · Expat Parent, Previously in Hong Kong and Sydney
"Although it's a big school, it feels small - everyone knows who your kid is! The teaching staff are very caring and friendly, and the people here are very kind with no trouble to communicate. My daughter tells me it's a very environmentally friendly school, which aligns with our family values. Highly recommended."
Sarah Anderson · American Parent, Two Children at Patana
Bangkok Patana follows the English National Curriculum from 18 months through age 16, at which point students sit IGCSE examinations. In Years 12 and 13 (ages 16-18), students complete either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or IB Certificate, providing a complete British international education pathway.
No, Patana is a non-selective school. However, the school does have two different application processes - one for Thai students (limited to 20% of total enrollment) and another for international students. Admission decisions consider availability, student needs, and school fit.
Yes, Bangkok Patana offers generous family discounts on tuition fees: 5% discount for the 3rd child, 10% discount for the 4th child, and 15% discount for 5th and subsequent children. This makes Patana more accessible for larger families.
As Thailand's oldest British international school since 1957, Patana combines over 65 years of educational excellence with a truly caring community atmosphere. Despite being a large school, parents report it "feels small" with teachers knowing every child. As an independent, not-for-profit school, Patana prioritizes educational outcomes and student wellbeing over commercial interests.
1957
✓ Council of International Schools (CIS) Accredited (reaffirmed 2022)
✓ IB World School - Diploma and Certificate Programmes
✓ Independent, Not-for-Profit School
✓ British International School Accreditation