Raintree International School - Sukhumvit

Raintree Sukhumvit is located at 54 Soi Athakravi 1, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Khlongtoey, Khlongtan, Bangkok 10110, situated in a leafy family‑oriented neighbourhood in Sukhumvit, near Phrom Phong BTS and key expressways, making it accessible for expat families living or working in central Bangkok.

The school offers Early Years education from Nursery 1 (aged 1.5 years) through to Year 1 (around age 6).

Raintree is a co‑educational, day‑only international kindergarten.

During admissions consultation, any special or additional learning needs are discussed to assess whether the school’s programme can reasonably accommodate the child.

The school is not affiliated with any particular country.

The school has no religious affiliations.

Typical school days run from approximately 08:00 am until 14:00 pm for Kindergarten levels, with Nursery finishing around 12:15 pm. There is a daily lunch and snack break.

There is no mention of a school bus service on the Sathorn campus.

Raintree International School Sukhumvit follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework throughout its Nursery, Kindergarten, and Year 1 levels. The curriculum is integrated with a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach that emphasises child-led, play-based exploration and learning through discovery. Core areas include Communication and Language, Personal and Social Development, Literacy, Mathematics, and Understanding the World, along with expressive arts and design. The school uses observation-based assessment to track each child’s development and tailor experiences to individual learning needs. Mandarin is co-taught alongside English in the classroom, and Thai language and cultural studies are also included from Kindergarten onwards.

Raintree’s approach to SEL is grounded in its Reggio Emilia-inspired teaching philosophy, where adults observe children’s emotional expressions and guide them through reflective conversations about their feelings. Teachers and assistants foster empathy, emotional literacy, and self-regulation through daily practices such as co-exploration of feelings, group play, and mindfulness-based activities like breathing exercises and body scanning. Teachers document observations and share these insights with families to support consistent emotional development strategies at home and school.

The school is not a specialist SEN institution but aims to support typical developmental needs within early years education. It does not publish details about supporting specific types of needs publicly.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL support as a distinct programme.

Raintree teachers incorporate mindfulness practices such as breathing exercises, body scanning, and stress-free routines to support children’s mental wellbeing while developing executive function skills like self-regulation and inhibitory control. The approach is gentle and integrated within daily activities, classroom interactions, and physical play sessions. Teachers use observations and one-on-one interventions to gently nurture children’s emotional resilience without pressure. The school’s physical and sensory-rich environment is intentionally created to reduce stress and support calm, reflective learning.

Raintree states that its staff undergo rigorous screening to ensure qualified and motivated individuals are hired to support children’s wellbeing and safety. Though the school does not publish a full safeguarding policy online, it affirms its commitment to protecting the welfare of learners and maintaining professional staff practices.

1. Schedule a campus visit
Families are encouraged to visit the Sathorn campus to observe classes, meet the teaching team, and learn more about the learning environment.

2. Submit an application form
Parents complete the school’s application form and pay a non-refundable application fee.

3. Attend a family consultation
The school invites parents and children to attend a meeting with the Head Teacher to explore whether the child’s needs align with the school’s philosophy.

4. Receive the admissions decision
If a place is available and the school confirms suitability, an offer is extended. Families must pay a one-time registration fee to confirm the place. Upon confirmation, the school shares information regarding uniforms, the school calendar, and payment deadlines.

Raintree International School does not publicly provide any information on academic or financial scholarships.

Raintree International School operates a waitlist when classes are at full capacity. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and if space is unavailable, families may choose to remain on the waitlist.