KIS International es una comunidad acogedora y vibrante. El exuberante campus se extiende por más de 25.000 metros cuadrados, distribuidos en seis edificios. Su distinguida arquitectura alberga a 750 estudiantes de 52 nacionalidades, todos bienvenidos, valorados y respetados. Nuestro currículo es el programa IB en continuum completo, que incluye el PYP, el MYP y el DP. A partir del año académico 2022, somos el único colegio en Bangkok que ofrece los cuatro programas IB, incluido el IB Career-related Program. Nuestros resultados en los exámenes IB son consistentemente sólidos, con estudiantes que superan ampliamente la media global. Esto se debe a una experiencia de aprendizaje exigente, equilibrada y diferenciada que los alumnos reciben en nuestro colegio, de tamaño intencionadamente mediano. Los egresados de KIS acceden a las mejores universidades del mundo. Las habilidades de pensamiento crítico y resolución de problemas que desarrollan en el IB los preparan bien para su futuro académico y profesional.
Admisiones
Evaluación de ingreso para estudiantes
Yes, we have entrance exams and also classroom observations.
Breve descripción de la evaluación de ingreso requerida
The exams cover mostly English and Math skills. For elementary students, it takes about one hour and there is also a one hour classroom observation to assess the child's social skills. For secondary school, the academic assessments last about 3-4 hours. Assessments also include a family/parent interview.
Lista de espera
Yes. Some grades are full with waiting lists. Please contact us to find out whether or not your son or daughter's grade currently has a waiting list.
We have rolling admissions for the Primary Years up until Grade 11, so students can apply year round. Please check our website for Early Years application periods.
Los estudiantes pueden incorporarse después de comenzado el año académico
Yes, we do.
Jornada Escolar
Hora de entrada al colegio
Primary School begins at 7:50 AM. Secondary School begins at 7:40 AM.
Hora de salida del colegio
Primary School finishes at 2:30 PM. Secondary School finishes at 2:45 PM.
Cuidado supervisado antes/después del horario escolar
Yes, we provide supervised care before and after school.
Servicio de transporte escolar disponible
Yes, we provides a door-to-door van service to most area of Bangkok and a free shuttle van service to/from MRT Thailand Cultural Center Station.
Almuerzos proporcionados por el colegio
Yes, we do.
Alternativas alimentarias para necesidades dietéticas especiales (vegano, kosher, halal, etc.)
Yes, we offer vegetarian, Halal, and cater to many different dietary needs.
Uniforme obligatorio
Yes, the students are required to wear uniforms.
Aula
Número máximo de estudiantes por clase
Depending on the grade, the maximum students in each classroom is anywhere from 15 students/class in the Early Years to 23 students/class in the Secondary School.
Número promedio de estudiantes por clase
There are typically 17 students per classroom, and the average teacher to student ratio is about 7 to 1.
¿El colegio emplea auxiliares docentes?
Yes, all of our teaching assistants are fully qualified with the majority having at least a Bachelor's degree.
Uso de tecnología en el aula
The combination of the curriculum first learning platform and learning management system (ManageBac), communication and collaboration tools (Google Workspace for Education Plus), creative learning platform (Seesaw), and different types of technology devices are provided in our classrooms to enhance teaching and learning in varied creative ways. The aims of technology in the classrooms are to make teachers' lives easier, enhance teaching effectiveness, and boost student excitement levels and engagement with lessons. We use technology as a tool to communicate among teachers and students (as well as peer-to-peer), to organize curriculum calendars, to enhance presentations and lessons with media and visuals, and many more functions as appropriate and necessary to create an enriched learning environment. The technology provided in our classrooms include but is not limited to computers, laptops, iPads, Apple TV, handheld devices, electronic grade books, digital portfolios, learning games, and real-time feedback on teacher and student performance.
¿Está preparado el colegio para usar aulas virtuales cuando sea necesario? (por ejemplo, clases en línea si el colegio cierra, como durante el COVID-19)
Yes, our learning management system (ManageBac) combines curriculum planning, assessment, reporting, and attendance into one unified platform with a consistent, modern and mobile-ready interface. It provides a seamless & integrated experience for teachers, students, and parents in any mode of learning: online learning, hybrid learning, blended learning and virtual classroom. All teachers and students are assigned with Google Education Plus licenses that provide not only the tools for communication and collaborations, but also the tools for virtual classroom, remote learning and hybrid classroom, such as Google Classroom (virtual classroom), Google Meet (video conference), digital board (Jamboard), etc. The optional/additional multimedia devices, such as webcam and iPads are also provided as necessary.
¿Los estudiantes practican alguna religión en el colegio? ¿Cuál?
We are open to all religions and teach the students about religion in general. We do not practice any religion at school.
¿Cómo atiende el colegio a estudiantes no religiosos o de una religión diferente?
Not applicable.
Alumnado
Número de estudiantes
KIS has around 750 students.
Número de nacionalidades representadas en el colegio
We currently have 56 nationalities represented at KIS.
Nacionalidad más común
The most common nationalities are Thai, American, Indian, Chinese, British and Australian.
Proporción de estudiantes locales frente a internacionales
50% local, 50% international.
Actividades Extraescolares
Actividades extracurriculares o clubes ofrecidos
We offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, which include:
Sports
Drama
Arts and crafts
Science/Math programs
Additional Language programs
Dance
Martial Arts
Technology
Dancing
Singing
Music
Model UN
Junior Achievement
Cooking
Business
Service opportunities
Student Council
Media Club
Yearbook Club
Ted-Ed
STEM Clubs
Robotics
Spirit Club
Coding
Baking
Actividades deportivas incluidas
Students have physical education classes and swimming during school hours. We also offer many different competitive sports as additional activities.
Equipos deportivos o competencias disponibles para los estudiantes
Yes, we are a member of AISAA, which competes with many other international schools in Bangkok. In addition friendly games are arranged with schools outside of AISAA. We are also an associate members of Mekong River International Schools Association (MRISA).
Instalaciones
Instalaciones del colegio
2 libraries
Design and Technology centre and fully equipped workshop
Computer labs
IB Diploma study room
Study Hall
IB Diploma lounge
Five of Science labs
Discovery lab
Maker space
Black box theatre
Three of Recording rooms
Audibox theatre
Auditorium
Multipurpose exam hall
Two of Primary School Playgrounds
Music rooms
Arts rooms
Canteen
Indoor & Outdoor parking
Instalaciones deportivas del colegio
Paddling pool, two 25 meter pools, four basketball courts, soccer field, gymnasium with three dance studios.
Apoyo Lingüístico
Profesores nativos de habla inglesa
Yes, the teachers mostly come from the USA, Canada, Australia or the UK, so they are native English speakers.
Apoyo lingüístico para estudiantes con nivel de inglés no fluido
We do offer EAL support.
Clases de idiomas adicionales ofrecidas por el colegio
In addition to English, the language of instruction, our regular school additional languages are Spanish, Thai and Mandarin. We also support mother tongue language learning for any language. Currently running are: French, Hebrew, Mandarin, Swedish, Japanese, German and Spanish!
Apoyo al Alumno
Personal/programas dedicados a estudiantes con necesidades de aprendizaje especiales
We offer support via our counselors and support teachers. We will work with the family to evaluate if and how we can accommodate a student's needs.
Apoyo al aprendizaje ofrecido
The specialists will work alongside the teachers, principals, and counselors to find the best solution.
El colegio apoya a estudiantes con talento y habilidades excepcionales
KIS differentiates in the classroom to allow for various learning abilities. The support of gifted, able and talented students is looked at on an individual basis through our student support program.
Acceso de los estudiantes a un psicólogo educativo
The students are able to meet with our counselors whenever needed.