Chaofah City
Chaofah City
Enrolment Overview
We welcome enquiries from families throughout the year. Please feel free to contact us for more information or to arrange a visit to explore the HeadStart campus for yourself.
Students aged two years and above can apply to enrol at HeadStart International School, Phuket. Placement is subject to availability and up to the discretion of the Heads of School.
The school has a total capacity of 1,000 students. We accept 20 students per Foundation class and 24 students per Primary and Secondary classes. Due to our ongoing commitment to the community, we do not enrol students on a part-time basis.
Student Enrolment Procedure
Fill out Application Form
A parent/carer should complete a school application form shown in the tabs above.
All applicants from Preschool to Year 13 are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of 8,000 THB.
Entrance Examination
Students from Year 3 – 13 are required to sit an entrance examination. Payment for this examination is covered by the one off application fee of 8,000 baht which will be collected per student enrolling. More detailed information regarding the Entrance Exam can be found below.
Interview with Head of Primary/Secondary
Interviews with prospective students are conducted by the Head of Primary or Secondary, as appropriate. An appointment for the interview will be arranged by a member of the school office personnel in consultation with parents/carers.
Complete Home and School Partnership Agreement
If a place at the school is offered, parents/guardians will be required to complete a Home and School Partnership Agreement which demonstrates agreement with and understanding of the school’s mission and regulations, such as code of conduct, dress code and behavior.
Provide Registrar with Documents
Upon completion of the Home and School Partnership Agreement, the school office will require a list of documents which can be found below.
Pay School Fees
Our accounting department will send you an invoice by email.
Purchase school uniform
Visit the school shop to purchase school uniforms according to the School Uniform Policy as laid down in the Parents’ Handbook.
The first day of school will always be a Monday
Entrance Examination Information
Students from Year 3 – 13 are required to sit a CAT4 entrance examination. CAT4 assesses a pupil’s ability to reason with and manipulate different types of material through a series of verbal, non-verbal, quantitative and spatial ability tasks. Together, these four tests provide teachers with a comprehensive profile of a pupil’s reasoning abilities, and as such, the core abilities related to learning. The resulting data can then be used to identify a pupil’s strengths, weaknesses and learning preferences, providing accurate and reliable information that is essential for personalised learning. A comprehensive explanation regarding CAT 4 testing can be found here CAT 4Testing.
To schedule an entrance exam, speak to our Admin team to arrange a date and time. The results of the entrance exam will be emailed to parents within two working days.
Documents Required
Please provide the following documents to the school registrar.
Student
- 3 x photographs (2” x 3”)
- House registration or lease document
- Reports from previous school
- Birth certificate
- Photocopy of passport/ID card
Father
- 2 x photographs (2” x 3”)
- House registration or lease document
- Photocopy of passport/ID card
Mother
- 2 x photographs (2” x 3”)
- House registration or lease document
- Photocopy of passport/ID card
Withdrawal/Refund Policy
A parent or guardian must complete the Student Withdrawal form and submit this to the school office/Registrar at least one month prior to the last day of the academic year. Refunds of the Endowment fee or otherwise are processed at the end of the school year and paid out 2 weeks after the last day of the academic year. Refunds will not be made if the Student Withdrawal Form has not been filled out and if the student is withdrawn before the end of the academic school year.
Downloads
Download our enrolment and policy documents.
Visa Support
Relocating and managing international paperwork can be a complex process, but we are here to help make your transition as smooth as possible. While HeadStart does not have direct control over Thai immigration policies, our dedicated Administrative Team is fully committed to providing the essential paperwork and guidance you need to secure a student visa for your child. Please review the guidelines, required documents, and important advice below to ensure your application process and visit to the Phuket Immigration Office is a success.
General Information
The role of the HeadStart Admin team is to assist in providing the necessary paperwork to obtain a student visa once your child has been enrolled at HeadStart. As a school, we do not have any control regarding policy change or your interactions with immigration. To find out detailed information about visas please visit or call the nearest Thai Consulate.
First Time Applicants
Allow for 30 days for our Admin team to prepare your documents. This is due to the fact that the school must request paperwork from the Ministry of Education Department to support your request. Additional fees may be incurred.
Advice for Visiting the Phuket Immigration Office
Dress conservatively. Covered shoulders and closed shoes are advised. Arrive at immigration early. The office dealing with ED and O visas will only accept 30 applicants per day. Be sure to have all paperwork prepared and ready to show.
Supporting Documents
You can request supporting documents from our office by writing to [email protected] (for Chaofah City campus), [email protected] (for Cherngtalay campus) or in person at the relevant admin office. Please allow 30 days for our admin team to process your request. The first set of documents are provided free of charge. If you require an additional set of documents, 100 Baht will be collected. Once you have received the documents, please check that they are correct so that amendments can be made on the spot.
Bank Statements
For first-time applicants, the THB 500,000 deposit must be made at least 30 days prior to applying for your extension. If it is your second or subsequent year applying, there must be THB 500,000 deposited at least 3 months prior to applying for your extension. Each guardian applying must have their own THB 500,000 deposit. The amount of money shown in your bank book must correspond to the information shown on the letter from the bank. If both guardians share a joint account, the amount needs to be THB 1,000,000 and needs to be presented together with a Marriage Certificate. It is advisable to have your own personal account over a joint account.
Required Documents for Guardians
Please make sure you make copies of the documents for official purposes when visiting Immigration. You should also be aware that the list of documents may change and therefore it is advisable to check with the official Immigration regulations to ensure that you have everything, or contact the Phuket local Immigration Office at 076-212-108 Ext. 27
- Application form
- A letter from the school confirming your child’s status at HeadStart
- A bank letter confirming your THB 500,000 deposit that was paid into your account. (The account must be in your name)
- Bank statements for the last 3 months
- One passport photo
- Passport page with identification details
- Passport page with Non-Immigrant visa stamp
- Passport page with last arrival in Thailand stamp
- Arrival card. (T.M.6)
- Each child’s passport page with identification details
- Each child’s birth certificate
- House registration or lease agreement, with a copy of the property owner’s ID card
- Bank book updated over the past 3 months
- A fee of approximately THB 2,000
Required Documents for Students
Application form (acquire from immigration office)
Original and Photocopies of the following:
- Passport page with identification details
- Passport page with Non-Immigrant visa stamp
- Passport page with the last arrival in Thailand stamp
- Arrival card
- A letter from the school confirming your child’s status at HeadStart
- House registration or lease agreement, with a copy of the property owner’s ID card
- One passport photo
- A fee of approximately THB 2,000
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Our commitment to your child
A vibrant global community
At HeadStart, your child joins a welcoming family of over 50 nationalities. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment where students build lifelong friendships and develop a true understanding of the world.
Proven academic excellence
Your child’s future is our focus. Our students consistently achieve outstanding IGCSE and A-Level results, earning ‘Top in Thailand’ and ‘Top in the World’ awards. This academic rigor opens doors to the world’s leading universities, including Yale, Stanford, and Cambridge.
Nurturing individual potential
We believe true growth happens when learning is personal. Our passionate, professional teachers take the time to understand your child’s unique talents and learning style, providing tailored support and challenges that build confidence and inspire a love of learning.
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