Moving to a new country with your family can be full of wonder and excitement, especially if you have taken a job in Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand. No matter where you have chosen to settle, there are things you can do to make the transition a lot easier. One of your biggest concerns will undoubtedly be your kids’ education. Once you get that sorted, everything else will fall into place.
Look for an International School
Although there are many options in terms of schooling, putting your kids in an international school when you move abroad is probably your best option. Although you will have to pay higher fees, your kids will have access to foreign teachers, modern facilities, and a more diverse curriculum. In addition, going to an international school means your kids will be taught in their first language, which makes the transition a lot easier.
Schools like BASIS International School Bangkok teach students from an array of backgrounds and their teaching staff is a mix of foreign teachers and local Thais. Because of their fee-paying nature, the syllabus is more appealing than what you would find in a local school.
Don’t Pressurise Them
You should forget about their grades for the first term or so, it is a difficult time for them, and they will need to adjust to their new surroundings. Their grades may take a slight dip while they get used to their new school and how things get done. The main aim of your move is to settle into your new lives, make friends and get comfortable in a strange environment. You can expect better results once they have settled in.
Communicate Daily
If you have moved to a new country and just started a new job, you can sometimes forget that your kids need your support with the move. You are probably run off your feet getting up to speed with processes, procedures, and projects, but do not forget that your children need their parents. Discuss how they feel and ask them if they need advice on any issues.
There are plenty of options when it comes to schools abroad, you can put your children in a public school, an international school or opt for home schooling depending on your preference. Our recommendation would be to look at a good quality international school. You will have to pay more but it will be worth it in terms of your child’s experience and education.