Panyaden International School Reviews (8)
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My kids go to Panyaden, one's in Year 2 and the other in Kindergarten 1. They absolutely love it here! What impresses me most is how they're developing such positive and rational thinking at such young ages. It's not just my kids; I see it in their friends too. Even though I'm not Buddhist, I really appreciate the school's Buddhist approach. It's made my kids so gentle, mindful, and considerate. I also love how eco-friendly the school is. The other day, I was about to toss a plastic water bottle, and my daughter asked what we could do as a family to reduce plastic use. Now, that bottle is a plant pot! The parent community here is amazing. There are so many playdates going on, so be prepared to get busy on the weekends ;-)
The atmosphere at my previous school was challenging, not just because of the unappetizing cafeteria food but also due to the strict demeanor of the principal. The combination of these factors made the overall educational experience less than enjoyable. Moreover, the school environment was marred by inappropriate behavior among students. There were instances of students using offensive language and engaging in physical altercations. Additionally, the prevalence of unhealthy snacks, particularly gum, further contributed to a less than ideal learning atmosphere. The overall lack of discipline and respect among students added to the challenges of attending that school.
Our two kids went to Panyaden and we loved it there. Classes are small with two teachers and follow a British Curriculum. There were lots of ex-pat families and wealthy Thai-National families, sometimes it could be very cliquey. I loved the Buddhist philosophy of the school and liked how inclusive it was with the community.
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Julia Ott, a year ago
My son is attending the kindergarten since almost a year now. He loves it, even on weekends he is asking me to go to "school". Apart from school stuff he also learned to be a good person. He likes to share and cares about others and the environment, he developed great empathy and curiosity to learn new stuff. The school offers vegetarian food option and you can also get a school bus arranged. His Thai got so much better as well and so did his English.
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Ashley Jon Pemberton, a year ago
Being at Panyaden School is real pleasure for the whole family. There is a wonderful mix of international and Thai bilingual teachers. The facilities are outstanding and your kids will receive academic excellence from a British education program. If you dare to be different then book in for a visit and you will soon see why this is the best school in Chiang Mai by miles.
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Gabriel Francesch, a year ago
Our children have been attending Panyaden for a few months and absolutely love it. This is truly a unique place. The teachers are dedicated and the environment is exceptional.
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Rory Cubby, 2 years ago
Panyaden has been a fantastic school for both our kids - with caring well-trained teachers and a beautiful, nurturing atmosphere, and a strong emphasis on caring for the environment. They are always looking to improve and innovate and I believe are quite strong academically, something that can't be said for all 'alternative' schools. Unique!
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Nick Murray, 5 months ago
Without going into details, we have been very disappointed with this school, having our children there for 3 years now. We will not be returning for more after this year is over. The school is owned by an architect and a marketing specialist. Therefore you will only see articles about the construction of the bamboo buildings, not the education of the children. You will also only see images of preschool and kindergarten children. As the kids get older, the staff and faculty do not know how to handle it. The education is lacking and the behavior is out of control. Major violence issues, bullying, etc exist at this school. This is a recurring theme here. I feel obligated to say this as a parent of multiple children there. They fired 2 headmasters of the school within 6 months and there is currently nobody fulfilling the position. The faculty do not listen to the parents, and there is no board of directors to give input. It is their way or the highway. The food is atrocious and many children end up eating nothing but a bite of fruit for their meal (and bringing your own is strictly forbidden). Not everything you see on the internet is as it is in real life! Don't be fooled!
