Bloomsbury International School Hatyai

Bloomsbury International School Hatyai is based in Hatyai, in southern Thailand’s Songkhla province. The campus is a short drive from Hat Yai International Airport and well connected by major road links, making it accessible for families living locally or commuting from surrounding areas. Its position near the Malaysian border offers opportunities for cross-cultural experiences and regional travel.

Education spans ages 2 to 18, structured into Early Years (EYFS) for ages 2–5, Primary years (Key Stages 1 and 2), and Secondary (Key Stages 3–5), culminating in IGCSE (Years 10–11) and A‑Level (Years 12–13) qualifications.

The school is co‑educational, offering both day and boarding options.

Bloomsbury runs a structured EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme, especially for students from Years 3 to 6 whose English is still developing. This programme uses a Sheltered Immersion model, meaning instruction is tailored to help emerging English learners build proficiency across listening, speaking, reading, and writing until they can fully access the mainstream curriculum independently.

The school also notes that for students with additional learning needs, its teachers are equipped to provide personalised support and accommodations, though details about specific types of SEN support aren’t outlined publicly.

The school follows a British-style curriculum and operates as an approved Cambridge International Examination delivery centre.

There is no indication of any religious affiliation.

Specific details about daily scheduling, such as start/end times and break routines, are not publicly disclosed on the website.

Bloomsbury offers a transportation service, with routes covering Hat Yai and Songkhla. For the 2025–26 year, annual bus fees are approximately THB 63,700 for Hat Yai and THB 81,900 for Songkhla.

Bloomsbury International School Hatyai follows a British-style curriculum from Early Years through to Sixth Form. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is delivered for children aged 2–5, focusing on play-based learning and early literacy and numeracy skills. In Primary School (Key Stages 1 and 2, Years 1–6), students follow the English National Curriculum, studying core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, along with Thai language, Chinese, ICT, humanities, arts, and physical education. Secondary School (Key Stages 3–4, Years 7–11) follows the Cambridge International Curriculum, leading to IGCSE examinations in Year 11 across a range of academic and creative subjects. Sixth Form (Years 12–13) students study Cambridge International A Levels, selecting subjects in preparation for university entrance in Thailand and overseas. Throughout all stages, the curriculum integrates co-curricular activities, cultural studies, and personal development programmes alongside academic learning.

The school holds assemblies led by a Guidance Counsellor, such as sessions demonstrating stress‑management techniques like calming breaths and “shake‑it‑off” exercises to help students manage pressure. Additionally, a guidance team member emphasizes breaking challenges into manageable steps and providing individualized emotional support. These efforts reflect an intent to support students’ emotional well‑being through direct practical strategies and personal care. Beyond these examples, the school does not publicly disclose specific SEL programmes, staff roles, or structured frameworks; additional details are not available.

The school states that teachers are equipped to deliver personalised support and accommodations for students with additional learning needs. However, it does not specify the types of SEN supported, staff qualifications, or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. No further details are publicly available regarding the nature or scope of SEN provision.

Bloomsbury provides an EAL programme for Year 3 to Year 6 students who are still developing their English language skills. This programme uses a Sheltered Immersion model, delivering intensive instruction targeted at listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency. Students receive support for between one term up to two years, depending on their proficiency, as assessed by NGRT or the EAL team. This indicates a structured and tailored approach to EAL support for the relevant age group.

Bloomsbury invites professional health providers to conduct comprehensive eye and ear health screenings for students, in partnership with Sikarin Hospital. While helpful for physical well‑being and indirectly supporting mental readiness, the school does not explicitly outline dedicated mental health support programmes or staff such as school counsellors beyond the guidance sessions mentioned in SEL. Therefore, no further dedicated mental wellbeing initiatives are publicly detailed.

The school maintains robust safeguarding measures aligned with British systems: a Designated Safeguarding Lead, annual child protection training for all staff, campus security guards, and a nurse on site in collaboration with a private hospital. Regular fire and lockdown drills are conducted to ensure preparedness. Their Safeguarding policy emphasizes physical, emotional, and cultural safety, risk assessments precede all events, and programmes are in place to support students with behavioral, emotional, or linguistic needs while maintaining confidentiality in line with the CIS Code of Ethics.

1. Families start the process by contacting the school’s Admissions team, usually via phone or email, to express interest and request further details about the school. This initial conversation allows the team to answer questions and outline the next steps.

2. Prospective families are then encouraged to arrange a visit to the school. During this visit, they can tour the facilities, meet members of the Admissions team, and speak with a school leader to gain a clearer understanding of the learning environment.

3. Before making a decision, families may opt for a free trial week. This trial period provides both the family and the school with an opportunity to assess suitability before committing to full enrolment.

4. If proceeding, families complete the school’s application form and submit the necessary documents, which may include previous school records, health information, and photographs. At this stage, the enrolment fee is also paid.

5. Students entering Year 4 and above are given a diagnostic assessment. This typically takes place during their trial or first week and helps the school place the student appropriately while identifying any additional support needed.

6. Once all paperwork, assessments, and payments are completed, a mutually agreed Monday is set as the student’s first official day at the school.

There is no information publicly available about scholarships or financial aid programs on Bloomsbury’s official website or third-party summaries.

The school does not publicly disclose operating any formal waitlist or admission pool system. No references are available on the official site or affiliated platforms.