Si Ri Panya International School

Si Ri Panya International School is a private, fully licensed international school in Koh Phangan, Thailand. Founded in 2012, it became the first international school on the island to be fully accredited by the Thai Ministry of Education in 2019. The school follows the National Curriculum for England for primary education and offers Cambridge International Education, including IGCSEs. It has implemented various sustainability initiatives, receiving the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award and launching Koh Phangan’s first Precious Plastic recycling project.
History
Si Ri Panya International School was founded in 2012 to provide an internationally accredited education for both local and expatriate families on Koh Phangan. Initially operating as a small community school, it expanded over the years to accommodate a growing international student body.
Under the leadership of Nicola Bunchuay, the school expanded its curriculum and gained recognition as Koh Phangan’s first fully accredited international school in 2019, officially recognised by the Thai Ministry of Education. This milestone was reported by The Thaiger and other educational news sources.
Academics and Curriculum
Si Ri Panya International School offers a 21st-century curriculum that integrates inquiry-based learning, technology, and interdisciplinary projects. The school is divided into two sections: Primary and Secondary, following the National Curriculum for England.
* Primary - Key Stage 1: Year 1-2 (ages 5-7)
* Primary - Key Stage 2: Year 3-6 (ages 7-11)
* Secondary - Key Stage 3: Year 7-9 (ages 11-16)
The secondary programme prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations, covering core subjects such as English language, Mathematics, and Science, along with optional subjects including Drama, Humanities, and Design and Technology.
Facilities
Si Ri Panya International School provides a range of facilities to support its academic and extracurricular programmes, including:
* Two libraries
* Science laboratory
* IT facilities
* Thai language, history and culture (TLHC) classroom
* First aid room
* Purpose-built classrooms
* Full-sized covered basketball court
* Design and Technology workshop
* Food Technology laboratory
Accreditation and Affiliations
Si Ri Panya International School holds multiple accreditations and professional affiliations:
Accreditations
* Double accreditation from the , formerly CfBT Education Trust, and the in 2022.
* Authorised Cambridge International School offering IGCSE's and recognised as an approved .
Memberships
* Member of the .
* Recognised Eco-Schools member, achieving Green Flag Award status—the highest level of recognition.
Sustainability Initiatives and Eco-School Programs
Si Ri Panya International School integrates sustainability into its curriculum and has received the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award for its environmental initiatives Eco-Schools Green Flag, the highest distinction in the Eco-Schools programme, endorsed by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
In 2024, the school launched Koh Phangan’s first Precious Plastic collection and recycling facility. This initiative repurposes plastic waste into reusable products and is incorporated into the Design and Technology curriculum, encouraging students to develop practical solutions for waste management. The school's recycling facility is part of the global Precious Plastic network.
Student Demographics and Community Engagement
Si Ri Panya International School has a diverse student body, with students representing over 24 nationalities. The approximate breakdown of students is as follows:
* 40% hold dual Thai nationality
* 10% are Thai nationals
* 50% are international students residing on Koh Phangan.
The school engages with the local community through educational workshops, environmental projects, and cultural events. Notable activities include the Year-End Picnic with H20 Original, which focuses on marine conservation and sustainability, and international cuisine days, which promote cultural exchange. The school has also introduced a plant-based lunch initiative, which has been featured in external media discussing healthy eating and sustainability in schools.
Tuition
Annual tuition fees for the 2024-2025 academic year range from à¸¿186,000 to à¸¿246,000 (THB).
See Also
* List of international schools in Thailand

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