07/26/2026
bangkokbeat.co

What Most Parents Don’t Realise About International Schools in Thailand

When parents begin researching international schools in Thailand, they often start with the same questions. Which curriculum is best? What’s the academic reputation? How much are the fees? What are the university destinations? They’re all important questions. But speak to families who have already gone through the process and many will tell you the same […]

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From a Frustration to a New Vision: How the Bangkok Education & Lifestyle Fair Was Born

Like many great ideas, the Bangkok Education & Lifestyle Fair started with a simple frustration. For families navigating Bangkok’s international education landscape, finding the right school can be surprisingly difficult. Information is scattered across websites, social media groups, parent forums, and word-of-mouth recommendations. Visiting schools individually takes time, and traditional school fairs often focus solely […]

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Why more and more expat families are choosing Bangkok over Singapore

From lower living costs and larger homes to world-class international schools and a growing family lifestyle scene, Bangkok is increasingly attracting expat families looking for a different pace of life in Asia. For decades, Singapore has been the default destination for expats moving to Southeast Asia. It has a reputation for safety, excellent infrastructure, international […]

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Toy Story 5: Toys vs. Tablets in the Digital Generation

Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and Lilypad the smart tablet throw down a big question: Do toys still matter, or have kids already surrendered their childhood to screens? For more than 30 years, Toy Story has been the movie that takes us back to childhood and makes us feel again. Now, Toy Story 5 (2026) arrives not […]

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What was missing from Bangkok’s family lifestyle scene that inspired a new-age Education & Lifestyle Fair?

Bangkok has international schools, children’s activities, family-friendly restaurants and countless enrichment programmes. So why did parents still tell us they struggled to find reliable information? If you’ve raised children in Bangkok for any length of time, you’ll know the city isn’t short on options. There are hundreds of after-school activities. International schools offering British, American […]

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Tai Hong Kong White Jade Shrine: Teochew architecture illuminates Sathorn, honoring His Majesty the King’s 72nd Birthday.

From Wat Don Cemetery to a magnificent shrine, the largest White Jade Tai Hong statue in Thailand stands as a symbol of compassion and the blending of Thai–Chinese culture in the modern era. Discover the beauty of the Tai Hong Kong White Jade Shrine, built to honor His Majesty the King’s 72nd Birthday. A new […]

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The problem with international school admissions that inspired a new education fair in Bangkok

Choosing an international school in Bangkok should be exciting. For many parents, it’s anything but. If you’ve ever started researching international schools in Thailand, you’ve probably experienced the same thing. You open a few school websites. Then a few more. Before long, you have 20 tabs open, a spreadsheet full of tuition fees, three different […]

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How much does international school in Thailand actually cost? Here’s what parents should expect

Here’s what parents need to know before starting their search for the perfect school in Thailand. International school fees in Bangkok can range from “manageable with planning” to “more expensive than university tuition”. One of the first things parents discover when researching international schools in Thailand is this: The tuition fees can be shocking. Especially […]

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Good news for families in Thailand! Bangkok Education & Lifestyle Fair debuts in Thailand this September

Finding the perfect school for your kids and exploring life in Bangkok just got easier, thanks to the Bangkok Education & Lifestyle Fair, happening on 19 September 2026. This is the first time the long-awaited fair is going to take place in Thailand! Location: Avani Ratchada Bangkok Hotel! This is your chance to speak to […]

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International or local Thai school? What are the benefits of international schools in Thailand?

Are international school fees in Bangkok keeping you awake at night? Are you considering the local system? Wondering what the differences are between the two options? If you’re an expat parent in Bangkok, entering the international or local school in Bangkok debate is inevitable. “Where do your kids go to school?” is usually one of […]

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