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Bangkok International Preparatory and Secondary School (Bangkok Prep)
Bangkok International Preparatory and Secondary School is an established British curriculum school founded in 2003, serving students aged 3-18 with triple accreditation from CIS, NEASC, and ONESQA. Located near On Nut BTS with students from 60+ nationalities, it offers IGCSE…
In brief
Operating for over two decades in Bangkok's competitive international education market, Bangkok Prep follows the National Curriculum of England from early years through secondary education, culminating in IGCSE and A Level qualifications alongside BTEC options and Extended Project Qualifications. The school's location near On Nut BTS station provides convenient access for families across Bangkok's eastern districts, while its T77 community campus features modern facilities supporting diverse learning approaches.
With students representing over 60 nationalities, Bangkok Prep maintains one of Bangkok's most internationally diverse school communities, creating rich cultural exchange opportunities within its British curriculum framework. The school's triple accreditation from CIS, NEASC, and Thailand's ONESQA demonstrates commitment to maintaining international education standards while meeting local regulatory requirements. Graduates consistently gain admission to prestigious universities including University College London, King's College London, Cornell University, and University of British Columbia, reflecting the school's academic preparation quality.
Strengths
- Triple accreditation from CIS, NEASC, and ONESQA providing quality assurance
- Over 60 nationalities creating highly diverse international community
- Strong university placement record including top global institutions
- Convenient location near On Nut BTS station
- Complete British curriculum pathway from early years to A Levels
- Modern campus facilities supporting diverse learning approaches
- Extended Project Qualification and BTEC options providing curriculum flexibility
Considerations
- Limited public information about specific fees and enrollment numbers
- Newer establishment compared to some Bangkok international schools founded in the 1980s-90s
- British curriculum focus may not suit families seeking IB or American pathways
- Eastern Bangkok location may be less convenient for families in western districts
Academics
2025 A Level Results: 52% A -A, 72% A -B (95 students); 2025 IGCSE Results: 58% A -A, 92% A -C (118 students). IB Average Score: Not published (school offers A-levels/BTECs instead of IB Diploma). University destination highlights include Cambridge University, LSE, Imperial College London, UCL, Lancaster University, and University of Exeter.
School life
Sports: Basketball, Football, Rugby, Touch Rugby, Athletics, Running, Cross Country, Tennis, Swimming, Water Polo, Gymnastics, Badminton, Netball, Table Tennis, Rock Climbing, Volleyball, Golf, and Triathlon. Over 150 clubs including Choirs, Orchestra, Coding, Drama, Eco Schools, Battle of the Bands, and Nutty Scientists. Competitive teams participate in BISAC, TISAC, and FOBISIA.
Campus located in T77 Sukhumvit 77. Facilities include an Olympic-sized swimming pool, FIFA regulation football pitch, 415-seat auditorium, Recital Hall, fully equipped fitness centres, music practice rooms, art studios, science labs, computer rooms, libraries, recording studio, and multipurpose artificial grass sports fields. No boarding houses (day school only).
Student body
Total enrolment: Approximately 1,700 students (ages 3-18). Nationalities: Over 50 (53% Thai, 7% Chinese, 7% British, 5% South Korean, 4.5% Japanese, 3% Indian, 3% American, 2% Australian). Student-teacher ratio: 10:1.
Fees
| Fee | Age | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery (Half Day) | 2 | Annual | THB 295,000 |
| Pre-Nursery (Full Day) | 2 | Annual | THB 370,000 |
| Nursery | 3 | Annual | THB 575,930 |
| Reception | 5 | Annual | THB 609,000 |
| Year 1 - 2 | 5 | Annual | THB 682,500 |
| Year 3 - 4 | 7 | Annual | THB 703,500 |
| Year 5 - 6 | 9 | Annual | THB 719,250 |
| Year 7 - 9 | 11 | Annual | THB 756,000 |
| Year 10 - 11 | 14 | Annual | THB 808,500 |
| Year 12 | 16 | Annual | THB 821,100 |
| Year 13 | 17 | Annual | THB 714,000 |
| Assessment Fee | One-time | THB 5,000 | |
| Placement Fee | One-time | THB 30,000 | |
| Security Deposit | One-time | THB 60,000 | |
| Registration Fee (Year 7 - Year 12) | One-time | THB 110,000 | |
| Registration Fee (Early Years - Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Reception) | One-time | THB 120,000 | |
| Registration Fee (Year 1 - Year 6) | One-time | THB 160,000 |
Reviews
- A-level results are the most consistent benchmark. The 2023 international A-level table circulated on the international teachers forum put A*-A grades at 44%, well below Brighton College Bangkok at 80% and Harrow Bangkok at 59%.
- Family experience is generally positive. Parents and r/Thailand describe a workable commute from Thonglor and Sukhumvit, a strong primary campus, and a friendly community in a family-heavy housing area.
- A teacher on the international teachers forum described the school as an excellent community and very family friendly.
- The same forum carried a sharply critical post in late 2024 alleging students used drugs in restrooms, exam retakes were monetised, and administrative response was weak; this is a single anonymous account and is not corroborated.
- Salaries place the school in the second tier of Bangkok internationals according to teacher posts: roughly 98-133k baht plus housing.
- One student in r/highschool described it as the best four years of their life; an unrelated thread surfaced bullying worries from a prospective family.
Head of school
Duncan Stonehouse
Duncan Stonehouse is the current Head of School at Bangkok International Preparatory and Secondary School (Bangkok Prep), a position he has held since June 2018, following roles as Deputy Head and Head of Primary at the same school, and earlier leadership positions at British School Al Khubairat in the UAE.
Accreditations
- CIS, NEASC triple accreditation 2011, ONESQA quadruple per handbook, Eco-Schools Green Flag 01
- FOBISIA, ISAT, BISAC/BISA, TISAC, Duke of Edinburgh 02
Academic results
- IGCSE 2025 average 92% of grades A*-C, 58% of grades A*-A
- A Level 2025 average 72% of qualifications A*-B, 52% of grades A* or A