Upper Primary

Ages 7–11Upper Primary

They don’t just learn it. They build it.

Where 7 to 11 year olds build, explore, and find their voice in a homeroom that feels like family.

Upper Primary students working on a projectUpper Primary student in class
26 maxchildren per class
38years in Pattaya
30+nationalities
29 raigreen campus
26children per class, max
Why families choose MIS

Why Families Choose MIS

A Homeroom Family

Classes spend most of the day together, so every child belongs.

Hands-on Innovation

Real design and building projects with wood, metal, and technology.

See a project

Home Languages Kept Strong

Native Chinese and Japanese streams, plus Thai for every child.

Languages

Support For Every Child

English support in class, learning support, and a counsellor.

Support
Parent voices

What Parents Say

[One or two sentences, in the parent’s own words]
[Parent name]
Expat family, Year 4
[One or two sentences, in the parent’s own words]
[Parent name]
Thai family, Year 5
[One or two sentences, in the parent’s own words]
[Parent name]
[Family background], Year 3
The Upper Primary journey

Your Child’s Journey

Year 3 group lessonAges 7–8
Year 3

A World Language Begins

Key Stage 2 starts, and children add a world language alongside Thai.

Year 4 children readingAges 8–9
Year 4

Growing Independence

Times tables, class novels and longer projects build confidence.

Year 5 science investigationAges 9–10
Year 5

Thinking Deeper

Bigger topics, more independent research and more responsibility.

Year 6 students presentingAges 10–11
Year 6

Ready for Secondary

Student Council, school teams and a confident step into Secondary.

Curriculum

Our Curriculum

Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum of England.

Homeroom lessonCore
Taught by the homeroom teacher

Core Subjects

EnglishMathsScienceHistoryGeographyComputingPSHE
Specialist art lessonSpecialist
Taught by specialist teachers

Specialist Subjects

InnovationThaiWorld languagesEnglish EnrichmentArtDramaPESwimming
Lessons shaped to your child

Teachers draw on many quality resources, not a single workbook, so every lesson fits the class.

Our signature subject

Inside an Innovation Project

Children design, build and test real things with wood, metal and technology.

Students sketching designs1Plan

Sketch ideas and choose the best design.

Students building a project2Build

Use real tools, wood, metal and technology.

Students testing their project3Test

Try it out, improve it and present it.

Project spotlight: [one sentence on a real project]

Language lesson
Languages

Keep Your Child’s Home Language Strong

Every child learns Thai. From Year 3, children also learn Chinese or Japanese, with native streams so home languages keep growing.

ไทยThaifor every child中文Chinesebeginner and native streams日本語Japanesenative stream

Not sure which fits? Your child’s homeroom teacher will help you choose.

Support and progress

Support and Progress

Support for every child

  • English Language Support teachers in class (termly fee)
  • Learning support for additional needs
  • A school counsellor and nurses

How we track progress

  • A termly maths benchmark, with extra help if needed
  • End-of-term tests
  • Reports and parent-teacher conferences twice a year
Homework, Year 3 and Year 41.5 hrs a week
Homework, Year 5 and Year 62.5 hrs a week
Beyond the classroom

Beyond the Classroom

After-school club

After-school Clubs

Arts, languages, sports, tutoring and public speaking.

School sports team

School Sports Teams

Free coaching after school and matches against local schools.

Student Council meeting

Student Council

A real voice in school life, and practice speaking up.

Class trip

School Trips

Days out to Thailand’s cultural landmarks.

Meet the team

Meet the Team

Mr Gregg Sangster, Head of Upper PrimaryHead of Upper Primary

Mr Gregg Sangster

“[Welcome message from Mr Gregg Sangster]”

Staying in touch

  • ClassDojo messages, translated into your language
  • A weekly class update
  • Parent-teacher conferences twice a year
[Teacher name]Year 3
[Teacher name]Year 4
[Teacher name]Year 5
[Teacher name]Year 6
One school

One School, From Age 2 to 18

Your child can grow with us all the way through.

Admissions

How to Join

01

Get in touch

Call, email, or book a tour online.

02

Visit and meet us

Tour the campus and meet the team.

03

Start your journey

We confirm your child’s place and help them settle in.

FAQ

Questions Parents Ask

Can my child join if they don’t speak much English?

Yes. English Language Support teachers help them in class until they’re ready.

My child was home-schooled. Can they join?

Yes. We check their English and Maths when they start and support them from there.

Which year will my child join?

Children are placed by age.

How big are classes?

Up to 26 children, with four classes in each year group.

Come and see Upper Primary for yourself

Not ready to visit? Download the Upper Primary guide (PDF)

+66 (0) 38 249 759 · admissions@mis.ac.th

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Exams Officer
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Qualifications

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    Stirling University, KOR
  • International TEFL Certificate Leeds, UK
  • Master of Science in Biological Science
    Stirling University, SCT
  • PGCEi University of Nottingham, UK
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    Univeristy of Oregan
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (non QTS)
    University of Cambria
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    The Rector of the University of Barcelona
Mr. Sam Higgins
Head of Humanities
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 1+ years

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    Limerick Institute of Technology, IRL
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    Sejong University
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Head of Science
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 4+ years

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    University of Novi Sad, SRB
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Head of Maths
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 1+ years

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    University of North Sumatera, ID
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    University of Pelita Harapan, ID
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Head of English
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🗓️ ... years

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Ms. Dena Amarah
Head of Primary ELS
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 2+ years

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  • Bachelor of Science with Second Class Honours
    London South Bank University, UK
  • Ascentis Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training (QCF)
  • Ascentis Level 4 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)
  • 150 Hour Advanced TEFL Certification
    TEFL, UK
  • International Postgraduate Certificate
    The University of Derby, UK
Mr. Jack Fizmaurice
KS2 Coordinator
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 4+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in English Language with English Literature (HONS)
    Birmingham City University, UK
Ms. Ayesha Rahman
Ms. Ayesha Rahman
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 6+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in English & Psychology
    Punjab University, PAK
  • PGCEi
    University of Nottingham, UK
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EYFS Coordinator
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 8+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree
    Commercial University
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    UniPegaso University of Italy, ITA
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Head of DT/ICT
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 3+ years

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  • Bachelor of Education in the subject of Science & Mathematics
    University of Mumbai, IND
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    Manav Bharti University, IND
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Head of Primary Data
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 7+ years

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Qualifications

  • 120 Hour TEFL Course
    TEFL, UK
  • PGCEi
    Unviersity of Nottingham, UK
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Numeracy Lead (UPY)
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 3+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Business
    Atlone Institute of Technology, IRL
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    The Queen’s University of Belfast, NIR
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Literacy Lead (UPY)
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 5+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree
    Liverpool John Moores University, UK
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    University of Nottingham, UK
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Sports Coordinator
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 1+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
    University of York, UK
  • Graduate Certificate in Teacher Preparation, English as a Second Language PreK-12
    Moreland University, USA
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Head of World Languages & Activity Coordinator
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 1+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in French and Spanish
    University of Kent, UK
Mr. Patrick Flood
Interim Head of Secondary Years
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 8+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts History minor in Secondary Education
    Bellarmine University, USA
Mr. Gregg Sangster
Head of Upper Primary Years
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 10+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Genetics with Microbiology
    University of London Queen Mary & Westfield College, UK
  • Master of Science in Medical Biology
    University of London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, UK
Ms. Mercedes Slawter
Ms. Mercedes Slawter
Head of Lower Primary Years
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 7+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelors of Science in Communications Major in Journalism minor in English
    Salem State University, USA
  • QTS – Chiang Mai
Mr. James Hanham
Head of Lower Primary Years
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 4+ years

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
    Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC), UK
  • PGCEi International Education
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach,
    The University of Nottingham, UK
  • International Sport Science Association; ILM: Leading and Managing Teams
    Cardiff University, UK
Dr. Connie Kim
Executive Head of School
🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 2+ years

MIS is incredibly fortunate to celebrate a rich diversity. Our uniquely multilingual and multicultural setting is one of our greatest strengths, preparing our students to become true global citizens who lead with empathy and integrity.
Thank you for your warm welcome into this incredible community. I am thrilled about what lies ahead and look forward to working in close partnership with all of you to unlock the full potential of MIS.

Warm Regards,
Dr. Connie Kim
Executive Head of School

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts, English Literature and Political Science
    UCLA, USA
  • Master of Arts, English Language and Literature
    King’s College London, UK
  • Doctor of Education – EdD, Educational Leadership and Administration
    Nova Southeastern University, USA
Ms. Mercedes Slawter
Name
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🇺🇸 American
🗓️ 7+ years

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