The document discusses bilingual education programs in Thailand. It describes several types of programs including international schools, international programs, English programs, bilingual schools, English language programs, Thai programs, and alternative schools. For each program type, it provides details on quality of education, curriculum, suitability for university admission, cost, and examples of schools offering that program. It also discusses factors to consider when choosing a school for a child, the importance of supplementing their education through tutoring or language schools, and different tutoring options available in Thailand.

1. BILINGUAL EDUCATION
in
THAILAND
IS ~ IP ~ EP ~ BS ~ MEP ~ ELP ~ TP ~ AS ~ LS
Everything Explained
by Jonathan Gibson

2. THE BIG QUESTIONS
Important Things to Consider
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3. The Big Question
What type of university will my child attend?
• University Abroad – Western Country
• University Abroad – Asian Country
• International University in Thailand
• International Program in Thai University
• Thai University
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4. The Next Big Questions
When should my child begin?
As soon as possible!!
My child is older, is it
too late to begin?
No! It is never too late for a
change in education plans!!
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5. TYPES OF PROGRAMS IN THAILAND
A Comparison of the Various Types of Schools and Programs
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6. Types of Programs in Thailand
 International School (IS)
 International Program (IP)
 English Program (EP, EIP)
 Bilingual School (BS)
 English Language Programs
(ELP, MEP, ECP, IEP)
 Thai Programs (TP, GP)
 Alternative School (AS)
 Language Schools and Tutoring
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7. International School (IS)
 Very high Quality of Education
 All Teachers are Certified Professionals
 International Curriculum
 Very poor at Thai Social Studies and Thai
Culture
 Suitable for admission to:
- Universities Abroad
- International Universities in Thailand
- International Programs in Thailand
 Very Expensive
 Examples: ISB, Bangkok Patana, NIST,
Shrewsbury, Harrow
Classes in English Classes in Thai
English Thai Language
Mathematics
Sciences
ICT
Social Studies
Physical Education
Art
Design
Technologies
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8. International Program in a Thai School (IP)
 Good to High Quality of Education
 All Teachers are Certified Professionals
 International Curriculum matched with Thai MOE
Standards
 Poor at Thai Social Studies and Thai Culture
 Suitable for admission to:
- Universities Abroad
- International Universities in Thailand
- International Programs in Thailand
 Expensive
 Suksa,, MExamples: Yothinburana, Patai Udom
Suksa MUIDS, KMIDS, Panyarat, Assumption Rama II
Classes in English Classes in Thai
English Thai Language
Mathematics Thai Social
Sciences
ICT
Social Studies
Physical Education
Art
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9. English Program or English Immersion Program (EP or EIP)
 Poor to High Quality of Education
 Most Teachers are Certified Professionals
 International Curriculum matched with Thai MOE
Standards
 Acceptable at Thai Social Studies and Thai Culture
 Suitable for admission to:
- Universities Abroad
- International Universities in Thailand
- International Programs in Thailand
 Nominal Thai content of Core Subjects
 Expensive
 Examples: BCC, St. Joseph, Assumption Schools,
Suankulab, Wattana Wittaya, Patumwan
Classes in English Classes in Thai
English Thai Language
Mathematics
Thai
Mathematics
Sciences Thai Science
ICT Art
Social Studies Thai Social
Physical Education
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10. Bilingual School (BS)
 Good to High Quality of Education
 Most Teachers are Certified Professionals
 International Curriculum matched with Thai
MOE Standards
 Good at Thai Social Studies and Thai Culture
 Suitable for admission to:
- Universities Abroad
- International Universities in Thailand
- International Programs in Thailand
 More Thai content than English Programs
 Expensive
 Examples: SBS, Siriwat Wittaya, Amnuay
Silpa,
Classes in English Classes in Thai
English Thai Language
Mathematics
Thai
Mathematics
Sciences Thai Science
ICT Art
Social Studies Thai Social
Physical Education Thai Physical
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11. English Language Programs (ELP, MEP, ECP, IEP)
 Poor to Good Quality of Education
 Some Teachers are Certified Professionals
 Thai MOE Standards
 Excellent Thai Social Studies
and Thai Culture
 Suitable for admission to:
- International Universities in Thailand
- International Programs in Thailand
- Thai Universities
 Significant Thai content
 Moderately Expensive
 Examples: MediaKids, Thewpaingarm
Classes in English Classes in Thai
English Speaking Thai Language
English Listening Mathematics
English Reading Thai Science
English Writing Art
English Conversation Social Studies
Business English* Physical Education
Academic English*
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12. Thai Program and Gifted Program (TP or GP)
 Poor to Good Quality of Education
 Some Teachers are Certified Professionals
 Thai MOE Standards
 Excellent Thai Social Studies and Thai
Culture
 Suitable for admission to:
- Thai Universities only
 Significant Thai content
 Not Expensive
 Examples: Almost All Thai Schools
Classes in English Classes in Thai
English Speaking Thai Language
English Listening Mathematics
English Reading Thai Science
English Writing Art
Social Studies
Physical Education
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13. Alternative Schools (AS)
 High Quality of Education
 Most Teachers are Certified Professionals
 Curriculum usually modeled after a combination of
Thai MOE and International Standards
 Excellent Thai Social Studies
and Thai Culture
 Suitable for admission to:
- Universities Abroad
- International Universities in Thailand
- International Programs in Thailand
- Thai Universities
 Significant Thai content
 Moderately Expensive
 Examples: Roong Aroon, Amatyakul, SathyasaiJ.Gibson, © MatchTheCoach.com 2017. All rights reserved

14. CHOOSING A PROGRAM FOR YOUR
CHILD
Some Suggestions and Hints
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15. Pathways to University – University in a Foreign Country
University Abroad
International
School
International
Program
English
Program
Alternative
School
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16. Pathways to University – Thai University (International
Program)
International Program
Thai University
International
School
International
Program
English
Program
English
Language
Program
Alternative
School
Examples: Chula, Mahidol, Thammasart, Kasertsart,
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17. Pathways to University – Thai International University
Thai International
University
International
Program
English
Program
English Language
Program
Alternative School
Examples: Assumption University, Bangkok
University
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18. Pathways to University – Thai University
Thai University
English
Program
English Language
Program
Alternative School
Examples: Almost All Thai
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19. Process of Determining a School
What are the
University
Goals?
How much
English is used
at home?
At what age
should my child
begin?
Financial and
Other
Considerations
Step 1
Discuss
as Family How much
English is best
for my child?
Will my child
learn enough
Thai?
How much
support can we
provide at
home?
Step 2
Choose a
Program Government
school versus
Private School
Reputation of
the School and
the Program
Research …
Ask Questions
Visit Schools
Step 3
Choose a
School Enroll at the
Best School
Possible
Supplement
and Support the
Learning
Step 4
Education
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20. Suggestions, Tips, and Tricks
• Educate Yourself
• Ask Questions
• Talk to Friends and Relatives
• Know All the Possibilities
• Consider your Budget
• Visit Schools
• Involve Yourself
• Find the Best School
• Help Your Child Always
• Know Your Child
• Be Flexible
• Make Good Decisions
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21. SUPPLEMENT AND SUPPORT YOUR
CHILD
English Language Schools, Tutorial Schools, and Private Tuition
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22. Why You Must Support and Help Your Child
• Competition in Schools is Intense
• Admission to Schools and Universities
• Modern Education is Challenging
• Children Have Difficulty
• Occasionally Teachers are Not Good
• Most Students Have a Tutor
• Education Is Very Important
• Success In School and Development
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23. English Language and Tutorial Schools
• Can be Helpful
• Variable Quality
• Variable Price - Affordable
• Teachers Likely Not Qualified
• Often Not Native Speakers
• Group Learning
• There are Better Choices
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24. Private Tutoring
• Convenient (at your home
• Invaluable Help for Learning
• Qualified Teachers
• Native Speakers
• Dedicated Teaching
• Specialized Learning
• Highly Effective
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25. BILINGUAL EDUCATION
in
THAILAND
by Jonathan Gibson
Thank you for Listening!!