Oonrak Koh Samui School

Oonrak Koh Samui School is located in the Maenam area on the north side of Koh Samui, Surat Thani Province. The neighbourhood is known for its quiet residential setting and proximity to beaches, while still being accessible by main island roads. The school’s location makes it convenient for families living across central and northern Koh Samui.

The school offers education from Pre-Kindergarten (around age 3) through to Primary Year 6 (age 12). The structure is divided into Daycare/Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten 1–3, and Primary 1–6.

It is a co-educational day school that welcomes both boys and girls. Boarding facilities are not available.

The school provides optional English Support (ESL) and Thai Support (TSL) lessons for students who need additional language help. These lessons are charged at an extra fee of THB 10,000 per subject per semester, based on teacher assessment.

The school does not have a direct affiliation with any country.

The school does not have any religious affiliation.

The school reception is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and on weekends until 3:00 PM. Exact class start and end times, as well as break schedules, are not publicly detailed.

A limited school bus service is available for families. Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and routes may be cancelled if minimum capacity is not met. In such cases, fees are refunded in full.

Oonrak Koh Samui School offers a bilingual programme that combines the Thai National Curriculum, the British Curriculum, and elements of the Cambridge Primary Curriculum. In Daycare and Pre-Kindergarten, children learn through play and discovery, with activities delivered in both Thai and English. In Kindergarten (1–3), learning is evenly divided between English and Thai, covering early literacy, numeracy, and practical subjects. In Primary (1–6), English is the medium for subjects such as English language, mathematics, science, physical education, and swimming, while Thai is used for Thai language, mathematics, science, computing, art, social studies, and citizenship. Additional weekly classes include art, computing, Chinese (Mandarin), Thai dance, Scouts, and swimming. This blended curriculum ensures that students develop strong academic foundations while gaining competence in both English and Thai.

The school includes a dedicated meditation room within its facilities, providing students with a quiet space for reflection and calm. Extracurricular activities such as arts, crafts, sports, swimming, and martial arts are also offered, which encourage teamwork, cooperation, and confidence. These activities are part of the broader programme to support children’s personal and social development. The school does not publicly outline any structured SEL curriculum or specific staff roles dedicated to SEL.

The school does not publicly disclose information about dedicated SEN provision. The only additional support explicitly mentioned is extra English (ESL) and Thai (TSL) language lessons, offered at an additional cost. Oonrak Koh Samui School is not described as a specialist SEN institution, and no further details on specific learning needs or support staff are available.

The school provides English Support (ESL) lessons at THB 10,000 per semester for students who require extra help with English. Similarly, Thai Support (TSL) is available at the same cost for students needing additional Thai language assistance. Placement in, and withdrawal from, these programmes is determined by the head teacher and school director. Beyond these provisions, the school does not publicly detail further EAL initiatives or specialist staff.

A meditation room is part of the school campus, offering a space intended for relaxation and emotional wellbeing. Students also benefit from a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports and creative clubs, which contribute to a positive school environment. No specific mental health or counselling programmes are publicly disclosed on the website.

The school requires all students to be covered by its compulsory accident insurance, which provides medical and financial protection during school activities and trips. Deposits such as the security deposit also serve as a means to reinforce responsibility and protect against misconduct or damage. However, the school does not publicly disclose a formal safeguarding or child protection policy, nor does it detail procedures related to staff training or reporting.

1. This first step allows families to introduce themselves, ask initial questions, and receive basic information about the bilingual programme.

2. Families are encouraged to book a school tour to see the facilities and meet staff. For parents who cannot visit in person, a Skype appointment can be arranged. During this stage, further details about the curriculum, fees, and expectations are shared.

3. Parents complete the Bilingual Application Form and submit all required supporting documents. This ensures that the school has the necessary information to process the application.

4. The school arranges entrance assessments where required. These tests are used to determine the year placement and ensure that students can access the curriculum. Parents are informed of the results as soon as possible.

5. Once a child has been accepted, the school issues invoices for the admission fee and relevant deposits. Payment of these fees confirms the offer of a place.

6. After fees are settled, parents may purchase school uniforms and textbooks from the reception. At this point, the student’s place is fully secured and enrolment is complete.

The school does not publicly disclose any scholarships on its website.

The school operates a waiting list system. If a year group is full, children without a reservation deposit will be placed on the waiting list. When space becomes available, families are contacted in the order they appear on the waiting list. Without a reservation deposit, placement cannot be guaranteed.