Denla British School

Denla British School is located at 58 Moo 2 Ratchapruek Road, Om Kret, Pak Kret, Nonthaburi 11120, about 30 minutes northwest of central Bangkok by expressway via Chaeng Wattana and Si Rat. The surrounding area is a green, suburban residential district with easy access to international schools, shopping centres, and riverfront parks.

DBS offers education for children aged 2 to 18, structured into Pre-Prep (Mini Dragons to Year 2), Prep School (Years 3–8), and Senior School including Sixth Form (Years 9–13).

The school is co‑educational and serves day students only; no boarding facilities are offered.

Specialist ESL/EAL teachers provide support both within mainstream classes and through withdrawn groups or one-on-one sessions, tailored to individual needs. While the school does offer in-class assistance for learning needs, there is no detailed public policy on broader SEN provisions or specialist facilities beyond language support.

DBS is an independent international school in Thailand and does not have formal affiliation with any country.

The school has no religious affiliation.

The school day typically begins in the morning and ends around 15:10 for Reception to Year 13 students, with optional after‑school activities until about 16:20. The early years (Mini Dragons and Nursery) dismiss earlier in the afternoon.

DBS operates a school shuttle bus service for students, with multiple routes available across Bangkok and Nonthaburi.

Denla British School’s curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum, beginning in Early Years and continuing through Year 6 in the Lower School, with specialist lessons in Thai, Mandarin, music, PE, computing and art woven throughout. The Lower School (Mini Dragons through Year 6) emphasises core subjects, English, maths and science, alongside creative and language development from age 2 to 11. Upper School students in Years 7–9 build on this foundation with a broad academic programme designed to prepare them for Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11. In Years 10–11, students take IGCSE examinations across a broad range of core and elective subjects, including sciences, humanities, languages and arts. Finally, in Sixth Form (Years 12–13), students follow Cambridge A‑Level courses in disciplines such as mathematics, sciences, humanities and creative subjects to prepare for university-level study.

DBS implements the Jigsaw PSHE programme to deliver social and emotional learning across all key stages. This structured curriculum covers themes such as emotional regulation, identity, health, and relationships through weekly lessons. The programme includes assemblies, class discussions, and age-appropriate classroom resources. DBS integrates SEL into its broader safeguarding approach and uses tutor groups and the House system to reinforce pastoral care. These systems aim to help students feel supported in managing friendships, transitions, and emotional challenges.

DBS provides learning support through its pastoral and academic structures but does not identify as a specialist SEN institution. Moreover, the school does not publicly specify which categories of SEN it can support, nor does it outline specialised programmes or facilities for neurodiverse learners.

DBS supports students with EAL through a dedicated English as a Second Language (ESL) programme. Specialist teachers provide both in-class support and withdrawal sessions depending on the needs of the learner. The school conducts language assessments during admissions and provides structured progression to help students fully access the curriculum. EAL support is included in the mainstream academic framework and also aims to support integration into school life.

DBS promotes student mental wellbeing through a combination of pastoral care structures and formal SEL education. The Jigsaw programme includes components focused on mental health, self-care, and resilience. The school employs a designated school counsellor, who works with students individually or in groups. Students are also supported by their form tutors, Heads of Year, and House mentors. Mental wellbeing is addressed through regular communication with parents.

DBS follows a safeguarding framework that aligns with UK Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) standards. The Safeguarding Team includes a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), deputy DSLs, and trained officers across all school levels. All staff receive regular safeguarding training, and the school uses CPOMS, a secure platform for logging child protection concerns. The school has a clear safeguarding policy covering online safety, whistleblowing, child-on-child abuse, and mandatory reporting.

1. Arrange a visit or attend an open day.
DBS offers optional school tours and open house sessions for prospective families to explore the campus and ask questions.

2. Submit registration and assessment.
Parents complete an application form, pay the application fee, and register for an age-appropriate assessment or trial day based on the student’s age.

3. Receive offer and deposit.
Once a place is offered, parents pay a non‑refundable admissions/reservation fee and a refundable acceptance deposit.

4. Confirm enrolment.
After accepting the offer and paying all required fees, parents will receive term calendars, uniform details, and information about joining in the new academic year.

Academic Scholarship, Sports, Music, Leadership, and Innovation Scholarships are available from Year 5 or Year 7 depending on the category, and are awarded based on ability and contribution in the relevant field. Scholars receive mentoring, development funding, and are expected to serve as school ambassadors.

Sixth Form High Academic Achievement Award provides a tuition discount (5–50%) based on IGCSE results in Year 11; continuing through Years 12–13.

Pandejpong Award is limited to up to three Year 12 entrants and offers a 100% tuition scholarship and THB 250,000 enrichment funding for two years, supporting university-preparation and extracurricular engagement.

Bursaries (financial aid) may be granted based on demonstrated financial need, following a financial assessment, and are separate from performance-based scholarships.

DBS operates a waiting list system. A reservation fee is paid to hold a place once placed on the list. If a spot becomes available within 12 months of placement and the student passes the assessment, the fee becomes the admissions fee. If no place is available within 12 months, the reservation fee is refunded.