ST. MARK'S PROSPECTUS 2022

W elcome Welcome to St. Mark’s International School Bangkok, a place where students are challenged and inspired to develop the skills and confidence to strive towards achieving personal goals and to contribute to the wider community.

We believe that the future provides promising avenues for competent young people who possess skills in several languages including English, Mandarin and Thai. Today's young people need not only to have language skills, but also to possess good cognitive skills and be individuals of fine moral character who are physically fit and optimistic about life. These are the primary values that St. Mark's tries to develop in our students, hoping that students will become successful and valuable citizens of tomorrow's world.

St. Mark's community is truly international. It is small enough for us to focus on each student as a unique individual learner, yet large enough to be able to offer a broad range of choices, within the formal curriculum as well as co-curricular activities.

An excellent education is the best gift we can give our young people today. We warmly invite you to see what St. Mark's International School has to offer your child.

S rinakarin C ampus and F acilities The Srinakarin Campus will feature a modern design with many novel facilities to help support student learning. The construction will involve a comprehensive development, which once completed will be the home to approximately 12,000 square-metres of state-of-the-art educational facilities.

The 8-storey modern school buildings will house innovative and bright classrooms, science laboratories, an airy double volume library, a purpose-built Learning Innovation Centre, spacious canteen, in-door open play space, outdoor soccer field and running tracks, gymnasium, performing arts theatre, basketball court, a variety of music rooms, games room, table-tennis room, dance room, cooking room, Cambridge and ATAR examination centre, parents waiting room, school shop, restaurant, and ample parking spaces. Future extension plan will include an indoor swimming pool.

With these modern facilities, we believe that our students will thrive in this modern and conducive learning environment.

R ama 9 C ampus and F acilities Our exterior facilities are equipped with a basketball court, a salt-water swimming pool, a large garden with ponds, a vegetable garden and a playground, which provide an excellent ground for effective teaching and learning for a variety of cognitive and physical activities.

For our interior, besides our bright and airy library, the school has a variety of other special facilities for extra-curricular subjects such as piano, Thai music and dance, common room for playing games during leisure time, computer room, science and art room. The 2 science laboratories have assisted our students in learning through practical work discovery, which allows them to understand their lessons through hands-on experiences. These facilities enhance our students' experience and understanding of their daily learning.

T hailand’s F irst A u s t r a l i a n - P a r t n e re d I nternational S chool Celebrating our 20th anniversary in 2020, St. Mark’s Australian International School is the first and only international school in Thailand to be licensed by the Western Australian Government to provide a truly authentic Year 12 Australian Matriculation program with a direct pathway to Australian universities as well as, to leading universities around the world.

We are truly different from all other international schools, as we set our education standards high operating under the professional support and accreditation of the Western Australian Government. St. Mark's is the first international school in Thailand to be in partnership with the Australian government, becoming a part of a growing network of international schools which provide the Australian Matriculation Program across the Asia-Pacific region, including Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, Republic of China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka.

St. Mark's is one of only a few international schools in Thailand to operate at the ministerial level, where the Western Australian Government regulates our performance against annual compliance reviews so that parents can be sure of the education standards we provide.

In 2021, H.E. Mr. Allan McKinnon, Australian Ambassador to Thailand, on behalf of the Australian Government, acknowledged St. Mark’s International School as the first and only government approved Australian international school in Thailand.

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H.E. Mr. Allan McKinnon PSM Australian Ambassador to Thailand in 2021

I nternational C ollaboration St. Mark's International School has been involved with international institutions to organise collaboration projects in areas of curriculum implementation and assessment.

This includes collaboration projects with the College of Overseas Chinese to set up Chinese language proficiency testing centre at the school.

Working directly with the Ministry of Education of Western Australia has given St. Mark's many distinctive educational advantages. Our curriculum and program are being regulated by the Australian Government, ensuring a sound standard of student outcomes.

This helps open up opportunities for our students to various world-class universities, both in Australia and other parts of the world.

T ruly T ri-lingual P ro g r a m Our program enables students to learn with skills to converse, read and write in the 3 important languages of this region notably: English, Mandarin, and Thai. Our students have the option to choose either a bi-lingual or a tri-lingual program. Students who take the tri-lingual program will be able to use the 3 languages skillfully, either in their daily conversations, reading or writing.

M eaningful and B alanced L earning E xperience Combining the best of Australian education system, we create meaningful learning experiences where our students interact creatively, as well as advance progressively under our advanced Maths and Science curriculum.

Q ualified T eachers Our teachers are equipped with a wealth of teaching experience and educational qualifications, many of whom possess Post-Graduate and Master’s Degrees in education in the field of their specialty.

E xcellent T eacher to S tudent R atio We pay attention to details and our students are nurtured to grow spiritually and academically under the discipleship of caring teachers. Our excellent teacher to student ratio has contributed to a high standard of student outcomes across the school.

A d v a n c e d P ro g r a m in M aths and S cience Where most schools offer more or less the same curriculum, we are different. Our program offers advanced Maths and Science curriculum where students excel with proven records in various local and international Olympiad awards.

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O utstanding C ambridge I G C S E R esults Of all our secondary examination entries administered to our students, 31% received an outstanding A*, 62% received an A*/A, and 96% A*-C grade; a truly spectacular result with the Cambridge qualification, a qualification which is recognised worldwide by prestigious tertiary educational institutions.

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E arly Y ears C urriculum St. Mark's provides abundant opportunities for our students to experience success and to develop a healthy self-esteem. It is a place where students grow and learn through play, laughter, imaginative experiences, wonderful literature and nurturing relationships.

A continuity of experiences, interactive routines and access to high quality materials and resources enables each student to experience the joy of learning. We provide a safe and caring environment conducive to children's educational development.

As educators, we foster partnerships with our families in order to build on these significant experiences. A significant portion of our curriculum and school setting focus on the development of our students’ social and emotional skills. Activities are arranged to allow for collaborative learning and emphasis is placed on personal development.

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KEY DEVELOPMENT AREA Knowledge and Understanding of the World

Social and Emotional Development

Communication and Language Skills

Creative Development

Numeracy Skills

Physical Development

P rimary C urriculum The aim of our Primary Program is to intellectually stimulate and personally support each student in developing a life-long love of learning. The broad and balanced curriculum has depth and breadth which reflects the complexities of today’s world. Within the curriculum structure, there is flexibility to focus on each individual.

Our students are given the opportunity to learn 3 languages and that language learning is fostered through a broad and challenging core curriculum where students are given the chance to strive for their personal best. Our language curricula in English, Mandarin and Thai are well-regarded for their breadth, as well as depth, and are aimed at developing competent speaking, reading and writing skills in our primary students.

The primary curriculum builds a solid foundation in Mathematics and the Sciences in our students. Our curriculum recognise the importance of a solid understanding of numeracy and the sciences, and facilitates each student's acquisition of these fundamental skills. Our students' learning is enhanced by stimulating hands-on mathematics manipulatives, games and laboratory experiments, through our well-balanced learning program.

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S econdary C urriculum The secondary program provides an exciting, innovative and vibrant learning environment and opportunities. The most profound learning occurs when there is a healthy relationship between teacher and student. We focus our attention on relationships between all members of the Secondary School community and value those relationships in achieving quality outcomes for students.

The curriculum aims to engage students and foster their interest in major key learning areas. Adopting a mixed curriculum of the Cambridge IGCSE and the Australian Matriculation Program which compliment one another, our students are equipped with a solid foundation, which successfully prepares them for further tertiary studies.

IGCSE PROGRAM

ATAR PROGRAM

(Year 8 – 10)

(Year 11 - 12)

The IGCSE offers a flexible course of study that gives candidates the freedom to choose subjects that are right for them, whilst providing them with a broad knowledge base and life-long skills. It develops learner knowledge, understanding, and skills in the subject content, knowledge application, intellectual enquiry, flexibility and responsiveness to change, influencing outcomes and cultural awareness.

Australian Matriculation Program (Australian High School Curriculum) is designed to make a difference in students’ lives. We do this by providing students access to a high-quality, relevant, and internationally recognised curriculum. Upon completing Year 12, students will receive both the Australian Matriculation Certificate of Education, as well as the ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) . These certificates provide direct pathways to all Australian universities, as well as admissions to universities worldwide.

Our Year 11 and 12 program has recently been changed from the Cambridge A-Level to the ATAR in 2021. The ATAR Program has been recognised for its educational standard internationally, and with this development, St. Mark’s has become the first international school in Thailand to implement the ATAR Curriculum and Assessment.

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A chievement I n S tandardised I nternational A ssessment Each year, our students attain scores among the top in various standardised international assessments. At the same time, many of our students are able to win distinguished scholarships and placements in many prestigious universities worldwide.

With our determination to pursue excellence in education, we are pleased that our students have been recognised and awarded for achievements in various international assessments.

B eyond the C l a s s ro o m Success in future studies, employment, and indeed life itself, flows for those who have a balanced approach to work and broader social commitments and who have established their capacity to work effectively with others.

Acquisition of leadership and teamwork skills, learning how to cope with both winning and losing, building of confidence and perseverance, responding to challenges and learning to plan ahead are but a few of the benefits of participation in co-curricular activities.

Flowing from St. Mark's special focus on pastoral care and individual attention, each student's needs and preferences are accommodated within the co-curricular selections, offering both breadth of experience, as well as depth or specialisation as appropriate.

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L ife S kills Senior school students get a good start to life because of the open learning environment, full of new learning opportunities, excellent academic education and balanced social and cultural life. Here at St. Mark's, our secondary school offers various activities which enhances our students' knowledge and skills.

Our calendar year is filled with meaningful activities which develop academic excellence, leadership and citizenship qualities in our students. From learning in an engaging class setting, participating in group projects, experimenting in science laboratories, speaking and presenting in public, debating, participating in a variety of sports, learning to cook, working, cleaning and helping out by giving back to the community during social work, participating in fund-raising activities, organising bake sales and fun fairs, participating in field trips, scout camps, and overseas residential trips, these are some of the activities that become the basis which help build a strong foundation for student success.

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S ports St. Mark's International School is proud of its commitment to provide a safe, interactive and friendly environment in which students can enjoy the sportsmanship and the thrill of competitive sport. And, it is within this environment, that students are able to experience the joy of achievement, be it their first ever soccer goal, or their first personal best time in the pool.

Our physical education program provides ample opportunities for students to discover their potential in varieties of sports, including swimming, soccer, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, badminton, table tennis and taekwondo.

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P erforming Arts From early years to secondary school, students are encouraged to become involved in a wide range of musical and artistic activities, which foster their musical, social and emotional progress. Complementing the pursuit of academic betterment and maximising each student's potential, these activities provide occasions to experience and expand existing or new interests and to cultivate musical and artistic talents, as well as, teamwork abilities.

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O lympiad A chievements St. Mark's enjoys the support of the international and local community. Our dedicated teachers and staff endeavour to encourage all students to strive for their personal best in all which they do. This determination resulted in St. Mark's being among only a handful of institutions to receive the award of "Excellence in Education" by the Office of the Private Education Commission (OPEC) twice in a row.

With our determination to pursue excellence in education, we are pleased that our students have been recognised and awarded for their achievements in different areas.

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C ambridge I G C S E & A - l e v e l A chievement

It is our pleasure to announce the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award winners from our school. Cambridge International Education has acknowledged St. Mark's students with remarkable achievements in winning 6 magnificent "Top in Thailand" awards in 2021.

These awards given by Cambridge recognise the talent, dedication, and commitment of the students and the teaching staff at St. Mark's. Our students were recognised by Cambridge for their splendid accomplishments, receiving the ‘Top in Thailand’ and "Cambridge High Achievement" awards.

Our comprehensive Maths and Science program and qualified teaching staff have helped build confidence in learners to achieve in these subject areas. As a school, we work together to ensure that every student is cared for. Our students' achievements stem from the collaborous work of our teaching staff and the approach we manage and monitor our students' progress in learning.

IGCSE Results 2017—2019 Exam Date

Student

Grade Awarded

Level

Subject

June 2019

A* (99%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

June 2019

A* (98%)

IGCSE

Physics

June 2019

A* (96%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2019

A* (93%)

IGCSE

Physics

June 2019

A (89%)

IGCSE

Physics

June 2019

A (80%)

IGCSE

Business Studies

A* (91%)

IGCSE

Chemistry

November 2018

A* (90%)

IGCSE

Chemistry

November 2018

A (84%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

November 2018

Exam Date

Student

Grade Awarded

Level

Subject

June 2018

A* (90*%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2018

A (89%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

June 2018

A (87%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2018

A (87%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2018

A (85%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

June 2018

A (84%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

June 2018

A (80%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2017

A* (93%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2017

A* (91%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

IGCSE Results 2019—2021 Exam Date

Student

Grade Awarded

Level

Subject

November 2021

A* (98%)

IGCSE

Chemistry

November 2021

A* (96%)

IGCSE

Physics

November 2021

A* (95%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

November 2021

A* (91%)

IGCSE

Physics

A (87%)

IGCSE

English as a Second Language

November 2021

June 2021

A* (99%)

IGCSE

Mathematics Top in Thailand 2021

A* (95%)

IGCSE

Additional Maths Top in Thailand 2021

June 2021

A* (95%)

IGCSE

Chemistry Top in Thailand 2021

June 2021

A* (82%)

IGCSE

Biology Top in Thailand 2021

June 2021

Exam Date

Student

Grade Awarded

Level

Subject

October 2020

A* (96*%)

IGCSE

Biology

October 2020

A (88%)

IGCSE

Biology

October 2020

A* (95%)

IGCSE

Physics

October 2020

A* (90%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

October 2020

A (81%)

IGCSE

Chemistry

October 2019

A* (97%)

IGCSE

Chemistry High Achievement Award Outstanding Cambridge Learner

o ur G raduates Each year, our students are capable of achieving scores among the top in various standardised international assessments. In the past, our graduates have won scholarships and secured placements in prestigious universities worldwide.

With our teachers’ dedication to pursue excellence in education, we are pleased to share the following success stories of our graduates, who have attained stellar achievements.

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