Headstart International School Cherngtalay Campus

HeadStart Cherngtalay Campus is situated at 9/2 Srisoonthorn Rd, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand. It lies in a family-friendly suburb near Laguna, Boat Avenue, and Pasak, with local shops, cafés, and clinics within easy reach. The school is accessible via quality roads.

The school offers education from Foundation (age 2) through to Year 9 (age 14). It includes Early Years (Foundation), Primary School (Years 1–6), and Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3, Years 7–9)—all in preparation for students to transition to the Chaofah City Campus from Year 10 onwards.

This is a co‑educational day school. There are no boarding facilities available at this campus.

While specific facilities for Cherngtalay are not detailed online, HeadStart campuses provide Learning Support for Additional Educational Needs (AEN), including small‑group tuition, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and collaboration with external specialists when needed.

The school is not affiliated with any country.

The school has no religious affiliations.

The school operates Monday to Friday, starting with homeroom from 8:00 to 8:20 am. Students attend six academic lessons, with a morning break at 10:15 and a lunch break from 12:30 to 1:25 pm. The final lesson ends at 3:20 pm, followed by a short break. Optional Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) run from 3:30 to 4:20 pm, and Academy programmes are available from 4:30 to 6:00 pm.

HeadStart Cherngtalay offers a school transport service for students living in the surrounding areas. The service includes air-conditioned vans with seatbelts and designated drop-off and pick-up points. Transport staff are trained to ensure safety and punctuality. Parents coordinate directly with the school’s transport coordinator for routes, availability, and fees.

HeadStart Cherngtalay follows the British Curriculum from Early Years through to Key Stage 3. The Foundation stage uses the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework, focusing on early literacy, numeracy, and personal development. Primary students (Years 1–6) follow Key Stages 1 and 2, which include English, maths, science, computing, PSHE, humanities, and the arts. In Years 7–9 (Key Stage 3), students follow a subject-based timetable with English, maths, science, geography, history, ICT, art, music, PE, and languages such as French, Mandarin, or Russian. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the transition to the Cambridge IGCSE pathway offered at the Chaofah City campus from Year 10 onward. Instruction is primarily in English, with tailored support provided for English language learners.

Social and emotional learning is supported through the work of the Student Support Team, which includes counsellors and pastoral staff. The school provides classroom-based Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE). Homeroom teachers and pastoral coordinators monitor students' wellbeing and support character development through learner attributes such as resilience, respect, and collaboration. Peer mentoring and house activities also help to build emotional and social skills.

HeadStart defines students with Additional Educational Needs (AEN) as those experiencing significantly greater learning difficulties than peers. These may include difficulties in academic attainment, communication, emotional intelligence, or physical impairments. The Learning Support Coordinator leads identification, assessment, and intervention following UK Code of Practice procedures. Support includes Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) developed with families and teachers, and regular reviews. The school provides support for mild to moderate needs and may guide families to alternative provisions if a student's needs exceed in-school resources. AEN services incur additional fees.

The school mentions that it provides support for students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) on its website. However, it does not publicly disclose specific details about the provision, staff, or structure of the EAL programme at the Cherngtalay campus.

HeadStart offers a counselling service led by qualified school counsellors based in the Student Support Office. Support is available for issues such as stress, low mood, anxiety, relationships, grief, and school-related concerns. Counselling is open to all students, with particular focus on at-risk students and those with additional needs. Counsellors also work on resilience-building through mindfulness, coaching, and growth mindset strategies. The counselling team collaborates with homeroom teachers, academic leaders, and safeguarding staff to ensure student wellbeing is prioritised.

Safeguarding at HeadStart is the responsibility of all staff, volunteers, and community members. The school maintains systems such as a Designated Safeguarding Person, a Student Concern Committee, a Staff Code of Conduct, and other supporting policies. All staff undergo induction and training on safeguarding expectations. The school follows Safer Recruitment practices, including background checks for employees, and has procedures for managing allegations of abuse. Safeguarding policies align with UK and Thai legislation and the standards of accrediting bodies. Systems are also in place for students to raise concerns, with staff acting in the best interests of the child at all times.

1. Book a campus tour or open day visit.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain insight into the learning environment, facilities, and curriculum. Tours are arranged by appointment and may include meetings with school leaders or admissions staff.

2. Fill out the Application Form.
A parent or carer completes the school’s application form, which is available online. This form collects essential details about the student, academic history, and any additional needs.

3. Entrance Examination (Years 3–13).
Students applying for Years 3 to 13 must sit an entrance exam to assess academic suitability. A non-refundable fee of 3,000 THB applies for each student being assessed.

4. Interview with Head of Primary or Secondary.
Following the exam, the student and family attend an interview with the relevant Head of School. This helps determine readiness, support needs, and student-school fit.

5. Complete the Home and School Partnership Agreement.
If a place is offered, parents/guardians sign a formal agreement confirming their understanding of the school’s expectations, values, and policies (e.g. code of conduct, dress code).

6. Submit Required Documents.
The registrar will request key documentation, including ID, school reports, health records, and any relevant learning support assessments.

7. Receive Invoice and Pay Fees.
The accounting department issues an invoice by email. Once fees are paid, the student’s enrolment is confirmed.

There is no information available about the waitlist process on the school's website.