Driven by the wave of globalization, more and more parents are turning their attention overseas to seek higher-quality and more diverse educational resources for their children. 

Thailand, with its unique geographical location, rich cultural heritage, and high-quality and cost-effective international education system, has become a popular choice for many parents planning low-age study abroad for their children. 

Reasonable time planning is crucial for the success of low-age study abroad, which is not only related to whether children can smoothly adapt to the new environment but also affects their future academic development and life trajectory. 

Next, we will detail the key points of time planning for low-age study in Thailand.

Kindergarten stage (2-4 years old): Easily open international education enlightenment. International schools are mainly divided into British and American systems.

、 The kindergarten stage of British schools is for children aged 2-4, while American schools are for children aged 3-5. At this stage, almost all international schools have no language requirements for children. 

Even if children have no basic English at all, they can easily enter school, and there are basically no admission thresholds. 

For example, VERSO International School in Bangkok opened its kindergarten in 2016, providing a good educational enlightenment environment for young children.

Sending children to study in Thailand at the kindergarten stage allows them to naturally immerse themselves in an English environment during the golden period of language learning and develop a sense of language. 

At the same time, children can come into contact with diverse cultures from an early age, broaden their horizons, and learn to be inclusive and understanding while getting along with little friends from different countries, 

laying a foundation for growing into talents with an international vision in the future. If you plan to send your child to study in Thailand at the kindergarten stage, parents can start understanding schools six months to one year in advance. 

Collect information about the school's curriculum, teaching staff, campus facilities, etc., through channels such as the school's official website and study abroad agencies. 

After determining the target school, prepare the application materials according to the school's requirements, generally including the child's birth certificate, vaccination records, parent identification, etc. 

There is usually no strict limit on the application time, but places in some popular schools are tight, so early application is recommended.

Primary school stage (5-10 years old): Laying the academic foundation and improving language skills. From the primary school stage, almost all international schools have requirements for English, 

especially after the age of 7 (Year 3 in the British system, Grade 2 in the American system), which requires not only normal communication but also good reading and writing skills. At this time, 

children enter the formal learning stage, starting to develop learning habits, master learning methods, and cultivate learning interests.

Sending children to study in Thailand at this stage is extremely beneficial for cultivating English proficiency. 

Younger children have strong language learning abilities, and some children can communicate completely in English within a short year and start reading English picture newspapers and writing English sentences. 

Moreover, the curriculum of international schools in Thailand is rich and diverse, focusing on cultivating children's comprehensive quality, 

such as tapping children's interests and potential through courses in art, sports, and science experiments. 

If you plan to send your child to study in Thailand at the primary school stage, parents need to plan 1-2 years in advance. 

Let the child participate in English training one year in advance to improve English listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities to cope with the school's English test. At the same time, 

understand the admission requirements of the target school. In addition to English proficiency, you may also need to provide the child's report card from the domestic school, teacher recommendation letters, 

and other materials. The application time is generally concentrated in January-March and July-September each year, and the specific time varies from school to school. For example, 

well-known schools such as Bangkok Patana School have more intense application competition and require more advanced preparation.

Junior high school stage (11-13 years old): Adapting to the international education model and developing hobbies. During the domestic junior high school stage, children's learning tasks increase, 

but when studying in Thailand, children still have more time to invest in hobbies such as sports, painting, and music. However, the admission threshold for schools at this stage is correspondingly increased. 

If children do not have a solid English foundation in China, it is difficult to enter top-ranked international schools. Of course, if children have strong learning abilities, 

they still have the opportunity to keep up with their peers through the EAL (English Intensive Course) in international schools.

Studying in Thailand at the junior high school stage allows children to be exposed to more open and practical teaching methods, cultivating independent learning abilities and critical thinking.

 The rich club activities and social practices in international schools also help children expand their interpersonal relationships and enhance their comprehensive abilities. 

If parents plan for their children to study in Thailand in junior high school, they need to start preparing 1-2 years in advance. 

One and a half years in advance, assess the child's English level and participate in professional English training courses if insufficient. At the same time, prepare the domestic junior high school report card (GPA is recommended to be ≥2.5). 

The application time is similar to the primary school stage, and some schools will require children to participate in interviews and written tests to test their English proficiency and subject knowledge. 

Private schools such as Shrewsbury International School are more difficult to apply for and require full preparation.

High school stage (14-18 years old): Preparing for university and planning future directions. The high school in Thai international schools is a four-year system, and this stage is crucial, 

as many university application exams are taken in these years. If you enroll in the second year of high school, it is basically difficult to achieve excellent results. 

Good schools have extremely high requirements for English, and they also have strict considerations for children's academic performance, comprehensive abilities, hobbies, etc.

Studying high school in Thailand allows children to deeply learn international curriculum systems such as IB and A-Level, which are widely recognized globally and increase their competitiveness in applying for world-renowned universities. 

The school will also provide university application guidance to help children choose suitable universities and majors according to their interests and specialties.

 If considering studying in Thailand for high school, it is recommended to plan 2-3 years in advance. Two years in advance, 

let the child take standardized English tests such as IELTS and strive to meet the school's required score (generally requiring IELTS 4.5+). At the same time, 

pay attention to improving the child's comprehensive quality and encourage them to participate in various competitions, club activities, volunteer services, etc. 

The application time is generally from September to December each year, and you need to prepare personal statements, recommendation letters, report cards, 

and other materials in advance. Due to fierce competition, students applying to top schools may also need to participate in additional interviews or tests.

Low-age study in Thailand provides a broad development space for children, but each stage has its own characteristics and requirements. 

Parents should carefully plan the study abroad time according to their children's actual situation, allowing them to thrive in Thailand's international education environment and start a wonderful international education journey.