Senior Studies - IB programme in Thailand

Most of our Senior students (Year 12 and 13) follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the IB Careers-related Programme (IBCP). We believe that our Senior Studies programme should be available to all students – our only requirement is that they should have the necessary motivation and enthusiasm to benefit from what we offer. We aim to see students grow in academic ability and maturity in order.

The Senior Studies programme at Bangkok Patana is demanding and students need to be:

• motivated – both academically and socially;
• able to cope with the range of subjects;
• adaptable and flexible in their approach to learning;
• resourceful and independent;
• effective at time-management.

The ultimate goal of the Senior Studies programme is for students to receive the Bangkok Patana School Academic Diploma and either the International Baccalaureate Diploma or Courses qualification. To do this, students must satisfactorily fulfil all the requirements of the individual courses that they undertake and complete the relevant examinations in their chosen subjects.

In the case of the IB Diploma students will choose a course from each of the six option groups, as detailed in our Senior Studies Curriculum Guide, as well as complete the three core elements of the programme: TOK (Theory of Knowledge), CAS (Community Activities Service) and the Extended Essay. For IB Courses, a more tailored approach is possible, with fewer subjects chosen so as to most appropriately fit and challenge the individual student.

Our IB classes are generally smaller than classes in the other Secondary School Key Stages and this provides for focused and supportive learning environments.

 

Tradition of Academic Excellence Continues

Class of 2025 IB Results!

Bangkok Patana School’s Class of 2025 demonstrated academic excellence, dedication and a strong sense of community throughout their IB journey as reflected in their results.

The results from this cohort of 128 International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP) students show a reflection of sustained effort and intellectual commitment, with

• 20% of our students achieving a score of 40 points or above,
• 7 students attaining an exceptional 43 points or higher.
• 65% of Bangkok Patana School’s Class of 2025 achieving 35 points or more.
• A 99% pass rate, with an average total score of 35 points.

These results speak to the diverse strengths and aspirations of a group whose journeys have been as varied as they are inspiring. Each student has navigated their own path, and together they have forged a group defined by resilience and growth.

Although academically non-selective, Bangkok Patana consistently delivers IB average total scores that are 5 or more points above the world average. As well, in the past five years, annually 55% or more of the class has achieved 35+ points in their IBDP.

Offers to the Class of 2025 from prestigious universities around the world continue to roll in, The Patana Pathways — a celebration of their journey to graduation and where they’re headed next — can be explored here.

As we mark this milestone, we extend our congratulations to the Class of 2025, and our gratitude to the families, teachers and support staff who have guided them with care and dedication.