Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
500 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
42 |
Most common nationality |
Thai |
Ratio of local students to international students |
50/50 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Thai, Chinese, French |
Max. number of students per class |
22 Y1-Y13, 17 Nursery-Reception, 15 Pre-Nursery |
Average number of students per class |
15 |
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 if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
No |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
Results in these examinations |
100% Pass Rate |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
30-60 minutes |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
Learning support offered |
An inclusive school with dedicated full-time staff for learning support. Pupil assessment to prepare student passport. |
Entry evaluation for students |
No |
Waiting list |
In some year groups |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Admissions is open throughout the year |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
0745 |
School finish time |
1450 |
Supervised care before/after school |
No |
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 |
Sports, music, art, yoga, robotics, well-being, languages |
Sports activities included |
Full PE curriculum and Swimming |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities at the school |
- Auditorium
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Sports facilities at the school |
Swimming pool, indoor and outdoor gyms |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Aster International School Bangkok is bringing a new approach to international education to a purpose built campus in the center of Bangkok. Aster's enhanced British international curriculum will combine academic rigour with core competencies ensuring a well-rounded education for all. |
Teaching approach of the school |
Aster's mission is to give each and every student the competencies to make a wise and positive difference in the world in which we live. |