Bloomsbury International School Hatyai, frequently referred to as BISH, is distinguished as a premier international day and boarding school in southern Thailand, educating students across primary, middle, and senior school levels. Conveniently situated near Hat Yai International Airport, it uniquely offers families in the region comprehensive on-campus boarding provisions alongside a complete international education path without the need to relocate to Bangkok.
What teachers and parents say
Positives
- Small class sizes and community feel: Cohorts and classes are small (typically 12–15 students), allowing for strong student-teacher rapport and manageable classroom behavior.
- Low cost of living: Day-to-day expenses and housing in Hat Yai are significantly lower than in Bangkok or Phuket, easing personal living costs.
- Relaxed lifestyle and location: Offers a quieter, less chaotic pace of life with convenient access to southern Thai islands and nearby Malaysia.
Negatives
- Modest salary packages: Compensation (often around 55,000–75,000 THB/month) is below Bangkok international school standards, limiting long-term savings potential.
- Administrative and resource limitations: Teacher reviews highlight occasional friction with ownership, limited instructional resources, and sporadic visa support delays.
- Address
- 2119 Moo 6, Airport-Lopburirames Road, KuanlungHatyai, 90110Thailand
- Website
- www.bloomsbury.ac.th
- [email protected]
- Phone
- 0 74251255
- Levels
- Primary, Middle school, Senior school
- Enrollment
- 164
- Boarding
- Boarding
