Transportation

The HeadStart school bus service is available from Monday to Friday for students in Year 1-9. Students are collected from centralised meeting points in the morning and dropped off at their house in the afternoon. A parent or caregiver must be at the house to greet the child otherwise the bus nanny will take the child back to school where he/she is to be collected.

Safety

School buses are monitored by GPS and will not exceed 80 kilometres per hour. Seat belts are provided for every passenger and students are expected to wear a seat belt. Each bus has an adult overseer in order to ensure the safety and well being of the students.

Parents are encouraged to communicate directly with bus nannies by calling the phone number assigned to each bus. This information is emailed directly to parents at the beginning of the term.

Please consult the office for bookings whether it be for the term, the day or even for a single trip by visiting the front office, writing to:

Campus Contact Information
Chaofah Campus [email protected] or calling 076-612875
Cherngtalay Campus [email protected] or calling 076-510623

School Bus Timetable and Fees

Chaofah Campus Transport

For inquiries regarding transport at Chaofah Campus, please contact [email protected] or call 076-612875.

Route One Week Single Trip Round Trip Estimated Pick Up Time Departure from HeadStart Mon-Thurs Departure from HeadStart Friday
Rawai/Chalong 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 3:30 pm / 4:30 pm 3:10 pm / 4:10 pm
Patong/Kamala 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 4:30 pm 4:10 pm
Thalang/Cherngtalay 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 3:30 pm / 4:30 pm 3:10 pm / 4:10 pm
Thalang/Pasak 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 3:30 pm / 4:30 pm 3:10 pm / 4:10 pm

Cherngtalay Campus Transport

For inquiries regarding transport at Cherngtalay Campus, please contact [email protected] or call 076-510623.

Route One Week Single Trip Round Trip Estimated Pick Up Time Departure from HeadStart Mon-Thurs Departure from HeadStart Friday
Chaofah City Campus – Koh Kaew 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 4:30 pm 4:10 pm
Pasak – Layan 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 4:30 pm 4:10 pm
Kamala – Surin 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 4:30 pm 4:10 pm
Laguna 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 4:30 pm 4:10 pm
Supalai Palm Springs 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 4:30 pm 4:10 pm
Thalang – Blue Tree 2,500 THB 400 THB 600 THB 6:30 am 4:30 pm 4:10 pm

School Bus Service Information

  • Termly Payment: The school bus fee is calculated at a rate of 1,700 THB per week, multiplied by the number of weeks in the term.
  • Bus Schedule Selection: To arrange specific days for bus service, please contact the School Bus Coordinator directly.

  • Refund Policy: Please note that payments for school bus services are strictly non-refundable.

Rated
Outstanding
In all eight areas
by Education Development Trust
ISQM Gold · Education Development Trust

Independently assessed and rated Outstanding in all eight areas, from teaching and curriculum to care, community and leadership.

Teaching and learning

“High-quality teaching enables pupils to acquire excellent knowledge, skills and understanding to make outstanding rates of progress.”

Education Development Trust ISQM Accreditation Report, 2026
1600+
Students

A Truly Global Community

A culturally diverse learning environment across 2 campuses with over 1600 students representing families from all over the world.

How well the school cares for and supports its students

“Pupils enjoy being part of a caring learning community. They believe that their views are listened to and acted upon.”

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100% IGCSE Pass Rate

Reflecting our unwavering commitment to foundational academic success, an outstanding 42% of our IGCSE students received A* or A Grades.

Students’ personal development

“Pupils are very proud that the school is an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed and supported with their learning.”

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Globally Recognised & Accredited

ISQM GoldCambridge InternationalFOBISIA MemberWhite Rose Maths Champion SchoolPearson Edexcel ApprovedDuke of Edinburgh’s Award
Leadership and management

“Staff, pupils and parents consistently describe the school as a family and an inclusive community.”

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47%
A or A* Grades

A-Level Excellence

Academic rigour proven by students consistently achieving Cambridge ‘Top in Thailand’ and ‘Top in the World’ awards.

The curriculum

“Almost all children begin the day excited about something new to learn or revisiting prior learning.”

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Pathways to the World’s Best Universities

Stanford UniversityYale UniversityIvy League UniversitiesUniversity of CambridgeUniversity of EdinburghDurham UniversityUniversity of BristolUniversity of ManchesterUniversity of YorkUniversity of AmsterdamUniversity of TwenteESSEC Business SchoolUniversity of WarwickUniversity of St AndrewsNewcastle UniversityCardiff UniversityUniversity of GlasgowLancaster UniversityLoughborough UniversityUtrecht UniversityUniversity of GroningenEindhoven University of TechnologyRoyal Veterinary CollegeCurtin UniversityChulalongkorn UniversityMahidol UniversityThammasat UniversityPrince of Songkla UniversitySrinakharinwirot University
The quality and quantity of the school’s accommodation and resources

“The high-class facilities at both sites support and enhance pupils’ experience and learning.”

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Environmental & Social Responsibility

Zero-single-use-plastic policiesIntegrated sustainability curriculumRegular coastal & beach cleanupsActive student-led Eco-Committees80% solar-powered operationsDedicated local community outreach
The standards reached by students in their work and the progress they make in the core subjects of English, mathematics and science

“Pupils achieve exceptionally high standards in creative and performing arts, in physical and athletic pursuits, in computing, and in humanities.”

Education Development Trust ISQM Accreditation Report, 2026
60%

BTEC Vocational Success

In our specialized career pathways, an impressive 60% earned a Distinction Star or Distinction in their Year 13 BTEC grades.

The school’s partnership with parents and the community

“The school’s leaders succeed in their aim to value families as essential collaborators in the life of the school.”

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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.

Life at HeadStart

From academic breakthroughs to championship wins, there is always an inspiring story unfolding at HeadStart. Browse the latest articles below to catch up on the news, events, and daily life across our Chaofah and Cherngtalay campuses. 

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