Why choose us
Why choose us
Why choose us

Why choose us

Tara Pattana International School provides a premium learning experience without the premium price tag, helping every student grow curious, confident and capable, with over 93% securing their first-choice university destination. We are passionate about creating meaningful, personalised learning experiences and supporting each child’s progress and achievement. Within a safe, caring, and inclusive environment, our students consistently achieve results 20% above UK averages at IGCSE and A Level, with many recognised as Best in Country, Asia and even the World.

Set on a spacious, green and peaceful campus near central Pattaya, TPIS welcomes families from 30+ nationalities. Our ISP Multilingual Learning Programme ensures fluency in world languages, while our 100% Distinction rate in LAMDA celebrates excellence in public speaking, music and performance, empowering students to thrive with confidence, creativity, and global competence.

A journey of growth and excellence

  • 2011
    TIPS welcomes its first students

    TIPS welcomes its first students

    Tara Pattana International School was founded to ignite every child’s potential in their formative years through a high‑quality, international education grounded in the National Curriculum for England and enriched with the depth of Thai culture.

  • 2015
    More space to dream

    More space to dream

    Our school expanded into enhanced learning spaces and upgraded facilities, adding a 25m swimming pool, a modern sports complex and fully equipped science laboratories, providing students with specialist areas to explore and learn.
  • 2016
    Expanding the journey

    Expanding the journey

    Our school grew into an all-through institution, offering a continuous educational journey from Nursery (age 2) through Year 13, and strengthening its commitment to guiding students seamlessly from their early years to graduation.
  • 2017
    Oxford Approved Centre

    Oxford Approved Centre

    After having obtained the accreditation as an Oxford Approved Centre, students started to earn internationally recognised qualifications from Oxford International AQA Examinations, accessing to rigorous, globally benchmarked courses.
  • 2018
    ISQM Bronze Accreditation

    ISQM Bronze Accreditation

    Our school achieved ISQM Bronze Accreditation, recognising its commitment to quality assurance and continuous improvement in all aspects of teaching, learning and school management.

  • 2023
    ISQM Silver Accreditation

    ISQM Silver Accreditation

    After years of operational excellence proven by "Good" or "Outstanding" judgments in Standards and achievement, Teaching and learning, and Leadership and management, we obtained the ISQM Silver Accreditation.
  • 2023
    LAMDA accreditation

    LAMDA accreditation

    We received LAMDA accreditation, providing  students with high‑quality training in communication and performance, building confidence, creativity and public‑speaking skills. Our first examination session achieved 100% Distinction, reflecting both students’ talent and the strength of our performing arts provision.
  • 2025
    TIPS joins ISP

    TIPS joins ISP

    Tara Pattana International School joined ISP, giving students a global network, collaborative learning opportunities and the skills to thrive as true global citizens.
  • 2025
    Sixth Form building

    Sixth Form building

    We opened a dedicated Sixth Form building, providing specialised spaces that support focused study, personalised guidance and preparation for university and life beyond school.
  • 2026
    New & improved spaces

    New & improved spaces

    Our school enhanced its learning environment with improved Primary and Secondary ICT laboratories and upgraded Primary and Secondary libraries, further strengthening digital literacy, research skills and independent learning across all year groups.

Excellent academic results

At our British curriculum school in Thailand, students consistently outperform peers in official IGCSE, AS/A Level, LAMDA and Cambridge language examinations, a testament of their commitment and pursue of excellence.

100%

Of students meet or exceed UK expectations in Arithmetic by the end of Key Stage 2

84%

Of students meet or exceed UK expectations in Maths Reasoning by the end of Key Stage 2 

93%

Pass rate in Phonics Screening Check by the end of Key Stage 1 

100%

IGCSE pass rate 

87%

A*- C grades in IGCSE 

56%

A*- B grades in in IGCSE English 

95%

A*- C grades in IGCSE Maths 

Best in Asia

For IGCSE History

100%

LAMDA Distinction in Performance 

100%

Acceptance into first-choice universities 

1

Student won the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award: Top in the World -

2

Students won the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award: Top in Thailand - Cambridge IGCSE English 2024 

Top in the World

For EAL Cambridge 2025 

Why choose Tara Pattana International School?

Top reasons our families choose to belong here.

  • Exceptional English National Curriculum

    Exceptional English National Curriculum

    Students excel with a forward-thinking English National Curriculum enhanced to be relevant to the local Thai culture and our international cohort, outperforming peers in national and international checkpoints.
  • Tailored learning pathways

    Tailored learning pathways

    Combining highly qualified teachers, high expectations, personalised learning and a comprehensive pastoral care programme, students are supported, challenged and empowered to reach their full potential.
  • Future pathways

    Future pathways

    100% of our students enter their first-choice university, empowered by a dedicated careers advisor, Unifrog’s digital platform, university fairs, work experiences and personalised university application support.
  • Multilingual learning

    Multilingual learning

    Learners grow up as confidently multilingual through high-quality instruction in English alongside early exposure to Thai and Mandarin. They consistently rank among the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award: Top in the World and in Thailand.
  • Future-ready skills

    Future-ready skills

    Students are equipped with future-ready skills through the ISP Life Competencies framework enhanced with the Duke of Edinburgh's Award formative experiences and the TPIS Learner Profile.
  • Life beyond academics

    Life beyond academics

    Our diverse co- and extra-curricular programme, spanning STEM, sports, outdoor experiences, language clubs, artistic workshops and leadership roles, offers students 40+ enrichment opportunities to develop existing talents, explore new passions and gain skills.
  • Global experiences

    Global experiences

    International experiences, including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award and ISP's International Learning Opportunities for Students, broaden horizons while empowering learners to build global citizenship, all in structured and safe spaces.
  • Performing arts

    Performing arts

    Develop artistic skills, confidence and creativity in a bespoke arts programme, including music, drama, dance and filmmaking, with the opportunity to take LAMDA, IGCSE and AS/A Level examinations.

  • World-class campus

    World-class campus

    Students learn and explore in modern, sustainable and state-of-the-art spaces, with newly renovated Primary and Secondary classrooms, a Sixth Form centre, fully-equipped science and ICT labs, rich libraries, an eco garden, sports facilities and performing arts studios.

  • An ISP School

    An ISP School

    Tara Pattana International School is part of International Schools Partnership, offering students transformative and skill-building learning opportunities empowered by a global network.

Mission

Mission


At Tara Pattana International School we have high expectations of teaching and learning that inspire students to reach their full potential in a caring and diverse international community.

Our KIND values

Our students and community are encouraged to live by our KIND values and demonstrate them in class and in everyday life.

Mr Chris Parfitt

I would like to warmly welcome you to Tara Pattana International School, Pattaya. We are a proudly inclusive and supportive school at the heart of our community, where every learner is inspired and is provided with the skills and experiences to achieve excellence.

Mr Chris Parfitt, Head of school

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