Saint John Mary International School

Saint John Mary International School (SJMIS) is located in Nongyao, Mueang Saraburi District, about 100 km northeast of Bangkok. The school sits at the foot of the Saraburi hills in a semi-rural setting, while still being close to Saraburi city. The location is accessible via Phahonyothin Road, a major highway connecting Bangkok and northern provinces.

The school provides education from Pre-Kindergarten (age 2) through Grade 12 (age 18). It is structured into Kindergarten, Primary, Middle School, and High School, following a clear progression across age groups.

SJMIS is a co-educational institution offering both day schooling and boarding options. Boarding facilities are available to support families who may be based further from Saraburi or relocating internationally.

The school does not publicly disclose information about provisions for Additional Learning Needs (SEN). There are no details available on specific programmes, staff, or facilities for SEN support.

The school is Thai-owned and operated, and it does not have an affiliation to another country.

While the school is sometimes described in external directories as Christian-affiliated, the school’s official website does not list a formal religious affiliation.

The school does not publicly disclose information about daily start and finish times, or break and lunch schedules.

Saint John Mary International School provides a school van service. Information on routes and fees is available through the school’s Admissions office, though detailed schedules and providers are not published online.

Saint John Mary International School follows the American Curriculum, aligned with the California State Standards. Instruction is delivered in English across all levels, with Thai taught as a compulsory subject and Mandarin offered through extracurricular activities. The school provides early years education from Nursery and Kindergarten, followed by Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). In High School, students complete credit-based coursework required for graduation under the American system. The curriculum also incorporates STEAM activities, sports, arts, and community service as integral components of student development.

SJMIS states that it places a strong focus on students’ social and emotional needs, including during periods of online learning. Student support services, specifically ELD, IEP, and counseling, remain available when learning shifts online. These pages indicate SEL is considered in planning and delivery rather than a one-off activity. Families are connected to teachers via the school’s listed platforms to support this.

The Elementary page describes Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for learners with special needs. It notes that students on an IEP learn with both the homeroom teacher and a special education teacher, and that a shadow teacher may be required when appropriate. This indicates SEN support is integrated within mainstream classes. The Online Learning page also lists IEP among services maintained during remote learning. The site does not describe SJMIS as a specialist SEN school.

SJMIS runs an English Language Development (ELD) program as part of the Elementary Reading Program. It targets beginners or learners needing support, delivered in small groups to build foundational reading skills and close achievement gaps with cooperation between school and families. The Online Learning page confirms ELD continues during online schooling.

The school lists counseling among student support services and highlights a strong focus on students’ social and emotional needs. These provisions are explicitly mentioned as continuing when learning is online. The site does not provide further public details about the counseling staff or referral processes.

SJMIS’s Privacy Policy says CCTV is installed across campus, including in Kindergarten classrooms, with footage retained for 14 days, and that information may be shared with the Police where there are child protection or safeguarding concerns. The Employment page adds that the school’s top priority is children’s health, safety, and protection, and that recruitment emphasizes readiness to care for students. The site does not publish a standalone child protection policy beyond these statements.

1. Families begin by contacting the school to request information or by submitting an application form. At this stage, parents are typically asked to provide documents such as copies of the child’s birth certificate, passport, and recent school records. The school also requests photographs and medical history to complete the application file.

2. Students may be invited for an entrance assessment or interview to determine placement, especially for those entering higher grades or requiring English support. Younger children may be observed in a classroom setting to assess readiness. This step helps the school ensure that students are placed in an age-appropriate and academically suitable program.

3. If the student meets the entry requirements, the school issues an offer letter confirming placement. Parents are asked to review the offer and accept within a given timeframe. Acceptance at this stage also depends on space availability within the grade.

4. Once the offer is accepted, families must pay the one-time registration fee, refundable deposit, and the first semester’s tuition. Proof of payment is required to finalize enrollment. Failure to pay within the deadline may result in the place being released to another applicant.

5. After fees are settled, the child is officially enrolled. Parents receive details about uniform purchase, transportation options, and orientation schedules. The school provides information on first-day procedures and introduces families to key points of contact, such as homeroom teachers and the admissions office.

The school does not publicly disclose any scholarship programmes or financial aid schemes. No details are available regarding eligibility criteria, application procedures, or coverage.

SJMIS does not publicly disclose information on operating a waitlist or pool system.