DP★ 7.5/10
International School Bangkok
39/7 Soi Nichada Thani, Soi Samakee, Amphur Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, 11120, THAILAND
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IB Programme
7.5/10
Rating
12
Reviews
1,807
Students
$50K - $85K
Salary Range
At a Glance
TypePrivate
BoardingBoarding available
LanguagesEnglish
IB RegionIB Asia Pacific
GenderCo-educational
LanguageENGLISH
IB Authorized01 February 1984
University CounsellorYes
IB Programmes
DP
Diploma ProgrammeAccreditations
Council of International SchoolsWestern Assoc. of Schools & CollegesInternational BaccalaureateCogniaEast Asia Regional Council of Schools
Teacher Reviews
International School Bangkok offers world-class facilities, competitive compensation, and dedicated colleagues, but the school is experiencing significant upheaval under current leadership. Teachers describe a once-collegial environment now marked by administrative turbulence, rapid curricular changes, and concerns about transparency and communication. While resources and student quality remain strong, working conditions and morale have become central concerns for many faculty members.
Pros
- +Exceptional facilities including pools, gymnasiums, tennis courts, theaters, and well-resourced classrooms with generous departmental budgets.
- +Competitive compensation package with strong salary, savings scheme, and housing benefits that allow for excellent quality of life in Thailand.
- +Wonderful students who are kind, respectful, and engaged in learning, creating a positive classroom environment.
- +Dedicated, professional colleagues with advanced degrees who are committed to educational excellence.
- +Thailand offers fantastic travel opportunities, affordable living, excellent healthcare, and a safe, family-friendly environment.
Cons
- –Leadership challenges have created significant stress and low morale, with teachers reporting fear, lack of transparency, and poor communication from administration.
- –Rapid implementation of sweeping curricular changes without adequate planning time or teacher input has overwhelmed faculty with excessive workload.
- –Administrative restructuring has led to high turnover in leadership positions and concerns about favoritism and unprofessional conduct.
- –The school community can feel isolating and difficult to penetrate, particularly for new teachers who report limited support and integration into the established faculty.
- –Grade inflation pressures and unclear academic policies have created tension between maintaining standards and administrative directives.
Contact
39/7 Soi Nichada Thani, Soi Samakee, Amphur Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, 11120, THAILAND