D-PREP International School - Primary Campus

D-PREP’s Main Campus is located in Bang Kaeo, Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan, Thailand—just off Bangna-Trad Road near the Mega Bangna shopping complex.

The Main Campus includes the Early Years (Nursery to Kindergarten 2) and Primary School (Grades 1 to 5). Children typically begin at age 2 in Nursery and continue through to around age 11 in Grade 5. After completing Grade 5, students move to the Secondary Campus for Middle and High School.

D-PREP International School is a co-educational day school.

The school provides individualized learning support through its student support team. While it does not operate a full Special Educational Needs department, learning support staff and small class sizes allow for targeted assistance where needed.

D-PREP offers an American curriculum and is located in Thailand. It is not officially affiliated with a specific country government or embassy.

The school has no religious affiliation.

The Primary School day typically runs from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a morning break and a midday lunch period. After-school activities take place on selected days following regular class hours.

D-PREP offers a school bus service for families living within a designated range of the campus. The service is coordinated by the school with a third-party transport provider. Routes and pricing are provided during the admissions process, and supervision is included on each bus for student safety.

D-PREP International School follows an American curriculum framework aligned with U.S. Common Core Standards, with English as the primary language of instruction. In the Primary School (Grades 1–5), students learn through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), which integrates subject areas through inquiry-based learning. Core subjects include English, mathematics, science, and social studies, alongside specialist instruction in Thai, Chinese, visual arts, music, physical education, and IT. From Middle School onwards, students transition into a curriculum that prepares them for international pathways, with project-based and interdisciplinary learning. High School students follow a program designed to meet U.S. diploma requirements, with the addition of college preparatory content. Across all levels, the curriculum is supported by co-curricular activities and experiential programs such as student-led exhibitions and the Dream Project.

D‑PREP uses a Life Skills Framework to help students understand and manage their emotions, including mindfulness practice and emotional awareness tools like the “Mood Meter” from as early as Grade 1 . The school counseling team offers support to students in need of social‑emotional guidance, working closely with teachers and parents to tailor programmes that promote resilience and healthy relationships . SEL is formally integrated in classroom routines and special activities across Early Years and Primary levels, reinforcing character development alongside academic learning .

D‑PREP provides individualized learning support through a student support team, including learning specialists and counselors, who collaborate with families to meet diverse learning needs . The school welcomes shadow teachers for students who require one‑to‑one assistance and can accommodate a range of mild to moderate learning differences, though it is not a specialized SEN school . Detailed public information on specific categories of SEN supported is not shared on the website.

D‑PREP offers a tailored English Language Learner (ELL) programme for students in Grades 1 through 12. This includes options such as “Intensive ELL”, “100% ELL”, and “50% ELL” support, assigned based on WIDA English proficiency scores to help students integrate into mainstream classes with confidence. 

D‑PREP includes mental well‑being in its broader social-emotional support services, offering counseling and mindfulness practices embedded in the Life Skills Framework to help students manage stress and self-awareness . The school counselor works alongside the student support team to provide guidance tailored to individual needs and enhance emotional resilience .

D‑PREP states that student safety is a key priority and offers comprehensive safeguarding measures, including controlled entry systems, CCTV monitoring, trained security personnel, and regular emergency drills. The student support services team collaborates on child protection policies and proactive supervision to ensure children feel safe and supported within the school environment .

1. Attend an Open House (if interested). Open House events are held for Primary and Secondary families and include a school tour, meeting with leadership, and curriculum overview sessions.
2. Submit an online application. Upload required documents (passport/birth certificate, previous school records, photos, visa documentation for international students) and pay the application fee. The school’s Enrollment and Academic Leadership Teams will review your submission.
3. Assessment & interviews. Some applicants may be invited to take assessments (such as NWEA MAP for Grades 1+) and attend interviews with the school leadership (for both students and parents).
4. Receive an offer letter. If offered admission, you'll get a letter and payment instructions. You then pay the non-refundable enrollment fee and term fees to secure your child’s place. Upon completion, the school will send a welcome information packet.

D‑PREP offers Academic Excellence Scholarships for new students entering Grades 6–12. Awards may cover up to 50% of tuition and are based on academic performance (minimum GPA 3.0), English proficiency, and achievements in academic or leadership activities.

The school does not publicly mention operating a waitlist or pool system.