ST. MARK'S AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PROSPECTUS 2021

ST. MARK’S AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Tri-Lingual School of Mathematics and Science

W elcome 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.

T ruly T ri-lingual P ro g r a m Our tri-lingual curriculum ensures that students will be equipped with the language skills in English, Mandarin, and Thai, which are the essential languages of our world today.

Our students have the option to also choose Japanese as an additional language to expand their language competency, as well as opportunity.

Our program enables students to use the languages skillfully, either in their daily conversations, reading or writing.

M eaningful and B alanced L earning E xperience From Early Years on through to secondary, our students are provided with a structured learning environment best suited to their developmental and learning needs, where student individuality is valued.

Combining the best of Australian curriculum and Singaporean Mathematics program, we create meaningful learning experiences where our students interact creatively, as well as advance progressively.

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, 30% received an outstanding A*, 70% 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 r i m ar y C u r r i c u l u m 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. Adopting Singapore's Mathematics and Science curriculum, we recognise the importance of a solid understanding of numeracy and the sciences, and our curriculum 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 curriculum.

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S econdary C urriculum

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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 the Cambridge IGCSE Program in Year 7 - 10 and the Australian Matriculation Program in Year 11 - 12, our students are equipped with a solid foundation, which will successfully prepare them for the challenges of the 21st century.

IGCSE PROGRAM (Year 8– 10)

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.

At St. Mark's all students study compulsory subjects in English and Mathematics, plus a number of popular elective subjects. Students normally take in total of between 5 to 7 subjects during the course of study.

ATAR PROGRAM (Year 11 - 12) In partnership with the Western Australian Government, our 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. Students will receive both the Australian Matriculation Certificate of Education, as well as the ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) upon completing Year 12.

This program is of one and a half years in duration, and our graduating students will benefit from commencing universities one year earlier than their peers in other schools.

Ata r p ro g r a m Upon completion of Year 11 & 12, our graduates are awarded an internationally recognised pre-university diploma, the Australian Matriculation Certificate of Education. Concurrently, students also will receive the ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank), which will enable them to gain direct admission to all Australian universities, as well as to all leading universities worldwide.

These certificates provide direct pathways to all Australian universities, as well as admissions to universities worldwide, which includes the competitive higher institutions in the United Kingdom, the EU, United States, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, China, and India.

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W h e re C a n Ata r T ake M e St. Mark's is the first school in Thailand to partner with the Western Australian Government to offer its graduates a more efficient pathway to the world's universities. St Mark's 16-month matriculation program provides students with the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) and the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR). The WACE & ATAR puts St. Mark's graduates on the pathway to success. That's because the ATAR is the educational standard accepted by all Australian universities. No other test or course is necessary once a student has their ATAR. And of course, the WACE & ATAR are recognised and accepted by all prestigious universities all around the world.

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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 Australian 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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C ampus and F acilities Our exterior facilities are equipped with a sports gymnasium, an artificial turf soccer field, a basketball court, a salt-water swimming pool, and 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.

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.

Each year, our students are attaining 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 different areas. Here is a glimpse of their success stories.

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C ambridge IGCSE O utcome St. Mark’s Australian International School has been preparing students for the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) since the inception of our secondary program back in August 2015. With fully qualified teachers who are experts in their fields, our students have excelled in all of their subject areas and this is reflected in the exceptional results achieved by them.

Our teachers have worked relentlessly with your children to engage with the community of young learners who are prepared to face global challenges with a special focus on Mathematics, Science, and Mandarin.

Our best IGCSE subject performers received a 99% in Maths, 98% in Physics, 97% in Chemistry, 96% in Biology, 96% in Mandarin.

Overall, our students have accomplished excellent results across the entire cohort with 30% received an outstanding A*, 70% received an A*/A, and 96% A*-C grade, a truly spectacular result on the Cambridge qualification, a qualification which is recognized worldwide by prestigious tertiary educational institutions.

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IGCSE Results 2018—2020 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

Outstanding Cambridge Learner October 2019

A* (97%)

IGCSE

Chemistry

A* (99%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

TOP IN THAILAND June 2019

A* (98%)

IGCSE

Physics

June 2019

A* (96%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2019

Exam Date

Student

Grade Awarded

Level

Subject

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

June 2018

A* (90*%)

IGCSE

Mandarin

June 2018

A (89%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

June 2018

A (85%)

IGCSE

Mathematics

November 2018

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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Destination

Australia University

University of Melbourne Degree

Bachelor of Biomedicine

Tanusit (Thailand)

Achievement

Scholarship Award After achieving perfect score in AS Physics at St. Mark’s, Tanusit was granted the University of Melbourne Scholarship, recognising Tanusit as one of the most outstanding students to apply for this program. * 41st in the world in 2021 QS World University Rankings

Destination

Singapore University

Nanyang Technological University* Degree (Double Major)

Economics & Media Analytics Achievement

Rairom (Thailand)

Full Scholarship Award With her flying colours A-Level results, Rairom was granted the Scholars Award from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore. Rairom became the first Thai student in the university's history to have received this prestigious award. * 11th in the world in the 2020 QS World University Rankings

Destination

United Kingdom University

Bournemouth University Degree

Hospitality Management Achievement

Bournemouth University Scholarship

Chaleompat (Thailand)

After having completed Year 9, Chaleompat applied to further his studies at Bournemouth University in the UK. On ground of good academic record and excellent university admission results, he was granted Bournemouth University's Scholarship to study at the university.