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Strengths Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
The Jataka School is a centrally-located early years and primary school opening in Bangkok in August 2026. It interweaves the British curriculum with an innovative learning framework rooted in Buddhist wisdom, focusing on integrated meditation and daily reflection. Students experience an immersive bilingual environment, receiving instruction in English and Mandarin on alternate days, alongside daily Thai language and culture integration. Situated near the Bangchak BTS station, the campus features specific facilities such as an organic vegetable garden, a community recycling center, and exploratory ateliers. A truly unique feature is the "Distinctively Jataka" program, which emphasizes eco-sustainability and mindful nourishment through locally grown, environmentally friendly meals. Serving children aged 3 to 11 in multi-age communities, the school utilizes inquiry-led, play-based learning to foster critical thinking. Students are actively encouraged to practice daily "pauses" for inward reflection.
The Jataka School has instruction in English, Mandarin.
Location
The Jataka School is located in Bangkok, positioned just off the main Sukhumvit road in the Bangchak neighborhood. The primary drop-off point for students is on Soi Sukhumvit 97/1. For those using public transport, the campus is easily accessible, situated a five-minute walk (400m) from the Bangchak BTS station.
Stages
The school accommodates children from ages 3 to 11, covering the Early Years and Primary stages of education. It will initially open with Early Years 1 and Early Years 2 in August 2026, and will expand by adding one year level annually until reaching Year 6.
Type
The Jataka School is a co-educational day school and does not provide boarding facilities.
Additional learning support
Specific details regarding provisions or facilities for Additional Learning Needs (SEN) are not currently published.
Country affiliation
The school uses the British Curriculum framework as its academic baseline alongside an immersive English and Mandarin language program.
Religious affiliation
The school integrates Buddhist principles into its curriculum through a partnership with Middle Way Education (USA)
School day structure
The school's official website does not currently publish the exact start times, end times, or break schedules for the daily timetable.
Bus service
The school intends to support families with transportation via a short transit link. Specific details regarding a shuttle service operating to and from the nearby Bangchak BTS station will be announced in early 2026.
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Academics
The Jataka School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.
Curriculum
The Jataka School follows a curriculum matrix grounded in the British Curriculum standards for students up to Year 6. Instruction is delivered through a bilingual program where children learn in English one day and Mandarin the next, alongside daily Thai language and culture lessons. In the Early Years (ages 3 to 5), the curriculum is structured around play-based, hands-on exploration to develop foundational skills. As students progress into the Primary years, the approach shifts toward concept-based, inquiry-led learning across core subjects. The academic framework also integrates the Middle Way Educational model, incorporating Buddhist principles, mindfulness, and service learning into the daily timetable. Because the school caters exclusively to early years and primary students up to age 11, it focuses on achieving primary curricular goals and does not offer secondary-level qualifications such as IGCSEs or A-Levels.
Wellbeing
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Express Interest Parents begin by completing a simple inquiry form on the school's website. Upon submission, the admissions team will reach out to provide the school prospectus, further guidance, and details regarding any current offers. This initial step helps establish communication between the family and the school.
2. Visit Us Families are invited to discover the school by attending an Open House or booking an individual tour. The physical campus will be open for these on-site visits starting in April. Currently, the school is holding monthly Open Houses off-site for families interested in the Early Years and Lower Primary levels.
3. Apply To formally progress with the process, parents must complete the online application form. This application is processed through the school's dedicated admissions portal, Open Apply. Completing this step officially registers the child as an applicant for their designated year group.
4. Experience Prospective students and their families are invited to spend time at the school to explore the learning environment firsthand. During this visit, parents and children will also have the opportunity to meet with the Founding Principal. This step helps both the family and the school determine if the educational approach is the right fit.
5. Enrol Upon successful completion of the previous steps and acceptance, the child is officially enrolled into their respective learning community, such as the Snow Lions or Dragons. They are then ready to begin their classes. Parents are encouraged to review the complete Admissions Policy for any specific final enrollment details.
Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding scholarships.
Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a waitlist or pool system.
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