ST.STEPHEN’S offers all students an international recognised curriculum that leads to an accredited ST.STEPHEN’S High School Diploma combined with the opportunity for IGCSE, AS and A-Level qualifications in line with the British examination system. For all programmes students follow a compulsory curriculum broadly based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with numerous modifications to advance expectations add greater depth and breadth. English is the language of instruction at ST.STEPHEN’S except for the teaching of other languages. The Thai National Curriculum provides the foundation and structure for the teaching of Thai at all levels and ensures students that may transfer successfully to and from Thai Schools and Universities. The high standard of Maths and Science teaching in Thailand adds strength to the Curriculum. Early and Elementary The Early Years programme is for children ages 2+ in Nursery through Year 1. The goal of this programme is “Learning to Play” and emphasizes enjoyment for learning within a structured environment, with children expected to take basic leadership roles and responsibilities from an early ages. The Elementary Years programme is for children ages 6+ in Years 2 to 5. The goal of this programme is “Learning to Learn”, emphasizing enjoyment for learning through developing good self-discipline and behaviour, with extended class leadership roles and responsibilities. Students are also given a wide range of opportunities to experience their topic work first hand through regular educational visits. Middle and Senior Years The Middle Years programme is for children ages 10+ in Year 6 to 9. The goal of this programme is “Learning for Work”, emphasizing students taking responsibility for their learning by creating good study habits needed at high school level. Students are also encouraged to lead and support a wide range of Community Service Programme projects and initiatives, and to be good ambassadors for the School. The Senior Years programme is for children ages 14+ in year 10 through 13. The goal of this programme is “Learning for Life” through the development of students knowledge and skills for high academic achievement in their college or university studies. The curriculum is designed to allow all students to elect and accumulate the credits they require for high school graduation and application to Thai and international colleges and universities. The curriculum follows the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum for year 10 and 11 students. The Cambridge ‘AS’ and ‘A’ curriculums form the basis for year 12 and year 13 students. These courses make more academic demands on students and are important for advanced placement in colleges and universities.