Kids Academy International School - Discovery Campus

The Discovery Campus is located at the beginning of Ekkamai Soi 2 in central Bangkok, close to Ekkamai BTS Skytrain station. This area is part of the Sukhumvit district, known for its international community, family-friendly amenities, and easy access to shops, cafés, and services. The school’s position makes it convenient for families living in central and eastern Bangkok.

The school provides preschool education for children aged 18 months to 5 years in the International Programme and 18 months to 6 years in the Japanese Bilingual Programme. Levels include Nursery, Foundation Stage 1 (FS1), and Foundation Stage 2 (FS2), following the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Kids’ Academy Discovery Campus is a co-educational day school.

The school keeps class sizes small to provide individual attention. While there is no dedicated SEN department mentioned, teachers adapt learning activities to suit different abilities within the Early Years framework.

The school is not formally affiliated with any country.

The school has no religious affiliation.

For Nursery, the school day runs from 8:15 am to 1:00 pm, with after-school activities available until 2:00 pm or extended hours until 3:00 pm. FS1 and FS2 students attend from 8:15 am to 2:00 pm, with after-school sessions available until 3:00 pm. Lunch is provided on-site, and after-school activities are optional.

A bus service is available for families, covering the Thong Lor–Ekkamai area, Sukhumvit Soi 3–71, and other locations in Bangkok. Fees vary by zone, and the service operates on a termly payment basis.

Kids’ Academy International School – Discovery Campus follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for children aged 18 months to 5 years (up to 6 years in the Japanese Bilingual Programme). Learning is organised around seven areas of development, including Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design. The school uses Twinkl Phonics for early reading and writing, the Oxford Reading Tree for guided reading, and Numicon to introduce mathematical concepts through a multi-sensory approach. Intensive Thai and Mandarin language programmes are available, with daily or multiple weekly sessions. Teaching is delivered through thematic, play-based activities that encourage exploration, social skills, and early academic foundations. The EYFS stage at Discovery Campus prepares students to transition seamlessly into primary education, including direct entry to Astra Academy International School without an additional registration fee.

The school integrates social and emotional development into its British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. One of the three prime areas of EYFS is Personal, Social and Emotional Development, which includes helping children develop a positive sense of themselves, form positive relationships, and manage feelings. Activities are designed to encourage respect for others, appropriate behaviour in groups, and confidence in abilities. Thematic, play-based learning fosters cooperation, sharing, and empathy. Teachers are UK-qualified and work closely with children in small class settings, allowing for consistent observation and support of social skills.

The school does not publicly disclose a dedicated SEN programme or department. It is not described as a specialist SEN institution. The EYFS approach allows teachers to adapt activities to meet individual developmental needs, but there is no published information specifying the types of SEN that can be supported.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision. English is the primary language of instruction, with additional Thai and Mandarin language programmes available.

The school does not publish specific mental wellbeing initiatives. However, the EYFS framework followed at Discovery Campus emphasises creating a friendly and homely environment, which is designed to support emotional security and confidence. Small class sizes enable teachers to observe and respond to children’s emotional needs as part of daily interactions.

The school does not publish detailed safeguarding or child protection policies in the provided materials. It does note that the enrolment fee includes full accident insurance coverage for all children.

1. Campus Visit
Families are encouraged to visit the campus to see the facilities, meet staff, and discuss their child’s needs.

2. Application Submission
Parents submit the completed application form along with required documents, including proof of age and any relevant educational or medical records.

3. Payment of Enrolment Fee and Deposit
A non-refundable enrolment/registration fee is required, along with a refundable deposit (refundable with 30 days’ written notice before withdrawal).

4. Placement and Start Date
Once fees and documents are received, the child’s place is confirmed. All tuition fees for new enrolments must be paid at least 3 days before the child’s first day at school.

The school has a limited number of places per class. If classes are full, applications may be placed on a waitlist. Admission from the waitlist is subject to space availability.