American Prep International School

American Prep International School is located in Hat Yai, the largest city in Songkhla Province in southern Thailand. The campus is situated in an urban area close to residential neighbourhoods, shopping centres, and local amenities. Hat Yai International Airport is around 15 km away, and the city is well-connected by major roads and rail links. While public transport options are available, most families use private vehicles; no school transport service is currently listed.

APIS offers education from Pre-Kindergarten (age 2) to Grade 6 (approximately age 12). The school is structured into an Early Years programme (Pre-K to Kindergarten) and an Elementary programme (Grades 1 to 6).

APIS is a co-educational day school. There are no boarding facilities offered.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding provision for Additional Learning Needs or Special Educational Needs on its website.

The school follows the American curriculum, specifically based on the California Department of Education model, but is not officially affiliated with a specific U.S. state or federal agency.

APIS is a secular school with no religious affiliation.

The school day begins at 8:30 AM with a flag-raising ceremony followed by homeroom, and classes run until 3:30 PM. The campus is open from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM on weekdays, but only for students participating in supervised, school-sponsored programmes; otherwise, students should depart by 4:00 PM.

There is no explicit or confirmed information about bus services on APIS’s website.

American Prep International School delivers the American curriculum based on California Department of Education (CDE) standards. Core subjects include English language studies, mathematics, science, social studies, information technology, art, music, and physical education. A qualified Thai teacher provides Thai language and culture instruction in compliance with the Thai Ministry of Education. From Grade 4, students use laptops and e-books to support learning. The school incorporates project-based learning, STEM activities, and character education through the “5 C’s”: Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Compassion, and Communication. The programme is designed for students aged 2–12, preparing them for further education in international or bilingual schools in Thailand or abroad.

APIS emphasizes emotional and social growth within its elementary programme, promoting compassion, empathy, and collaborative learning in daily activities. They integrate the “5 C’s”, Creativity, Critical thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Compassion- across the curriculum to nurture these qualities. There is no further detail on specific staff roles, dedicated SEL programmes, or structured support systems.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding provisions, programmes, or staff support specifically for students with Special Educational Needs.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding support for English as an Additional Language learners.

While APIS emphasizes a supportive and engaging environment in its welcome message, stating they aim for students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, there is no publicly available detail on specific mental wellbeing programmes, counselling services, or dedicated staff.

APIS has confirmed that a teacher on their staff recently obtained safeguarding certification, demonstrating the school’s attention to student safety and their staff’s readiness to protect students. No additional policies, procedures, or details are provided in the public domain.

1. Submit Application; Download the Student Application Form from the school website and contact the Admissions Office to arrange an appointment. The completed form may be emailed directly to the school or printed, filled out by hand, and delivered in person.

2. Schedule Appointment & Complete Requirements: Meet with the Admissions Office to sit a placement test and attend an interview, followed by a conference between parents and the Admissions Committee. Families must also provide the necessary documents, which include recent colour photographs of the student, a copy of the birth certificate, house registration, student ID card (for students aged over 15), a current medical certificate, and the official transcript from the previous school. Non-Thai applicants must additionally present a copy of their passport, copies of parents’ passports with valid non-immigrant visas or work permits, and other proof of legal status in Thailand.

3. Register as an Official Student: After acceptance, complete the registration with the Finance Office, including payment of the admission fees and required deposits.

4. Attend Orientation: All new students take part in a general orientation, with middle school students also completing an introduction to the school’s e-learning systems. Parents and designated guardians for Pre-K to Grade 5 students must submit photographs for school security records.

5. Age Guidelines: Pre-Kindergarten applicants must be two years old by August 1. Grade 1 applicants must be six years old by the same date.

The school does not publicly disclose any scholarship programmes or eligibility criteria.

The school does not publicly state the operation of a waitlist or pool system.