Chiangmai

Rich in culture, heritage and an education hub of Southeast Asia, Chiang Mai provides an inspirational environment for students in a safe and convenient setting.

The first international school in Thailand to provide direct access to universities around the world through an international bilingual curriculum (SBS meets the requirements of the Thai MOE and the Cambridge International curricula.)

Mission:

To provide bilingual education programmes that meet local and international education standards enabling students to fulfill their academic potential and develop essential life skills to become caring, honest and considerate global citizens.

Teaching and Learning

Student-centred approaches, process and inquiry-based teaching/learning practices, authentic assessment opportunities, multiculturalism, open-mindedness and intercultural understanding are the cornerstones of our ethos— these values reflect our commitment to foster the development of the whole child.

Academic Quality / Rigour

SBS offers academically challenging programmes that are balanced and meet both the standards of the Thai Ministry of Education and the expectations of the challenging programmes of Cambridge International Education. Ongoing student assessment on performance is authentic and rigorous.

Cambridge Learner Attributes

At SBS, local (Thai) and global perspectives are included throughout the curriculum and other school activities. We design our curriculum and assessments with the Cambridge learner attributes in mind. The five attributes are our way of recognising that students need to develop attitudes and life skills throughout their education, as well as academic skills, in order to be successful at university and in employment. SBS students are confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged and realize that everyone shares responsibility for our planet.

At SBS Chiang Mai, we offer students a corridor to higher education with the valuable key of bilingualism which allows them to unlock the doors to opportunities worldwide. Underpinning our dual-language pathway, Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) offers a culturally-sensitive international curriculum to ensure your child receives the best in academic learning and holistic development.

SBS Chinese-English Academy

As a pioneer Bilingual International school, SBS remains passionately committed to moving with the times. SBS Chinese-English Academy enables learners to improve both their ability to communicate and their linguistic competence in the English Language. We are at the forefront of increasing learner outcomes through our Cambridge International Programmes.

The SBS Pathway ensures that our graduates have the opportunity to attend universities all over the world through the preparation in the curriculum continuum: Cambridge Lower Secondary (Years 7-9) and Upper Secondary (IGCSE, AS/A Level).

The Chinese-English Academy is open to Years 7-9 and Year 10 students initially and will grow to Year 13 in the coming years. Class size is capped at 25 students to maintain effective student to teacher ratios.

SBS places an emphasis on creating an engaging learning environment for all students. We believe in providing the best atmosphere and modern facilities to support learning.

In order to enhance children's creativity and love of learning, our school facilities include open learning spaces, a learning nature garden, science laboratories, an ICT laboratory, an art room, purpose-built gymnasium, football field, children's playgrounds and a spacious open air canteen.

All classrooms are air-conditioned and each room is equipped to take advantage of SBS high speed LAN and wireless systems through LCD projectors and tablets bringing the wider world and learning opportunities into the classroom.

Student Support Programmes: EAL/TAL/MAL

We believe all students can achieve their full potential with some timely additional support. All of our students can develop the language and study skills needed to succeed in the Cambridge Programme and in their future career.

SBS offers Academic Language Support Services for

• English Language Learners (English Support Services [ELS]);
• Thai Language Learners (Thai as an Additional Language [TAL]) and
• Mandarin Language Learners (Mandarin as an Additional Language [MAL]).

We offer a range of support services designed for students who are non-native speakers of English, Thai or Mandarin.

Boarding facilities and boarding life

SBS dormitory boarding offers students a friendly and safe family-type environment with separate accommodations for female and male students, Wifi, 24-hour security, as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner provided at the school canteen. Dormitory students can also take advantage of evening tutorial classes.

ECAs

At SBS we believe that education does not end at the classroom but should be extended into a child’s life outside of school. Holistic education looks at the whole child and their development, needs and interests.

SBS supports student growth and development through an assortment of extra-curricular activities beyond the normal school day. The extracurricular programme covers a wide range of activities that will help develop and nurture students growth as confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners. We encourage students to participate in ECAs that meet their interests and needs.

ECAs include:

• ACADEMICS : Maths, Science, ICT, Debate, IELTS / TOEFL / SAT Prep.
• ARTS: Music, Drama, Visual Arts
• SPORTS: Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Badminton
• COMMUNITY SERVICE: ECO-Green Team, Community Service Team
• JOURNALISM: School Newspaper, School Webpage
• TECHNOLOGY: Coding, STEM Makerspace

Cambridge Exam Centre

CAMBRIDGE IGCSE AND GCE A/AS LEVELS

Cambridge IGCSE is recognised by higher education institutions and employers around the world as evidence of academic achievement. Many universities require a combination of Cambridge IGCSE’s and A/AS level examinations as one way to meet their entry requirements.

Cambridge Professional Development (PDQ):

The most important factor in the quality of students’ learning is the quality of teaching and school leadership; SBS recognizes this and hence is the first Cambridge Professional Development Centre in Chiang Mai!

Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications (Cambridge PDQs) are designed to enrich teaching and learning. Teachers develop their professional thinking and practice continuously throughout their careers and that is why SBS has designed Cambridge PDQs to lead the way in enriching professional learning in our school. These qualifications are based on research evidence about the kinds of professional development that have real impact and value on student success. SBS guarantees quality assurance in the delivery of the Cambridge Curriculum given the rigorous training teachers undergo yearly.

SAT Centre

SBS supports students in their journey beyond secondary school. We are a test centre for the standardized SAT Assessments widely used for college admissions in the United States.

PATH TO TOP UNIVERSITIES

SBS meets Thailand’s academic standards, develops bilingual students and follows the curriculum for Cambridge’s IGCSE and AS/A Level. This approach allows your child to pursue a bright future in Thailand’s top national universities or attend a leading university abroad.

Bilingualism and experiential-learning remain the best guarantee your child will be ACCEPTED into the right school; further, they will also THRIVE in their university education and beyond.

Successful outcome to student’s dream university destinations

Our graduates have successfully completed the Cambridge requirements to excel in an ever-changing world. We have had students move onto universities abroad and locally.

Academic Year 2018/19 Student Testimonials:

SBS Registrar Department offers Thai Visa Services; we aid students and their families in obtaining Thai visas and monitor the ongoing process of the same.