Why More Families Are Choosing Swiss and German Education in Bangkok, Thailand
Choosing the right education for your child isn’t just about school fees or facilities, it’s about values, structure, and long-term outcomes. At RIS Swiss Section – Deutschsprachige Schule Bangkok, more and more families are discovering the enduring strength of the Swiss and German education system. A system that delivers academic excellence, fosters multilingual proficiency, instills European values, and equips students with real-world skills—from early childhood through to university admission—while ensuring academic continuity for higher education worldwide with direct access to Universities in Switzerland, Germany and Austria where tuitions are still affordable.
A Proven National System — Delivered Abroad with Full Recognition
The Swiss and German pathway at RIS Swiss Section is not a hybrid or international blend. It is a fully accredited national education system, aligned with Swiss and German government standards from Pre-Kindergarten/ Nursery through Grade 12, and taught by native, highly qualified educators.
RIS Swiss Section is:
- The only officially recognized Swiss and German school worldwide.
- Approved by the Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education (EDK)
- Accredited by Germany’s Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education (KMK)
Each stage is designed, delivered, and reviewed under European education authorities ensuring consistency, transparency, and long-term academic value. There are no system changes, no learning gaps, and no “restarting” with a different curriculum. Your child is always progressing forward.
What Sets Swiss and German Education Apart
1. It ensures early German Immersion to Lifelong Bilingual Success
From age 2, children begin their educational journey in a structured, German-speaking learning environment at RIS Swiss Section Preschool and Nursery. German is the primary language of instruction, allowing children to gain fluency naturally through immersion rather than memorization. Each stage is carefully designed to be age-appropriate, research-driven, and directly connected to the next.
By Grade 1, children are not just school-ready — they are already learning through German, socially confident, and developmentally grounded. English is introduced from the very beginning, gradually building a strong foundation for bilingual education.
As students progress, their bilingual skills continue to grow. By the time they reach secondary school, they are fully equipped to learn and engage in both German and English across the curriculum, ensuring a smooth transition to advanced academic studies.
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2. It Values Thinking Over Testing
Assessment Focused on Growth, not Stress
Our exams emphasize intellectual development over pressure. They are designed to foster deep understanding and critical thinking, preparing students for academic and professional challenges.
Students build skills through:
- Owning their individual learning process
- Thinking critically and analytically
- Collaborating effectively in teams
- Communicating through oral presentations
- Developing independent thought
- Applying logical reasoning skills
This style of learning supports deep understanding, problem-solving, and long-term academic confidence not short-term performance.
3. It Offers Pathways for Every Learner
From Grade 6, students follow one of three nationally recognized academic tracks just like in Switzerland or Germany:
- Gymnasium – A direct path to university, ending with the prestigious Swiss bilingual Matura diploma
- Sekundarschule (DE Realschule)– A well-rounded education combining academic knowledge with practical skills for career readiness
- Realschul (DE Hauptschule) – A skills-based path focused on real-world readiness
Every educational path is valued, and each student is supported according to their strengths and aspirations. Unique at RIS Swiss Section is the possibility of transferring to a different academic track, depending on each student’s performance and potential.
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4. It’s a Multilingual Education That’s Lived, Not Just Taught
German serves as the primary classroom language, with English and Thai introduced from Kindergarten and French added in Grade 6. In Grades 11 and 12, Spanish is offered as a fifth language.
Students engage with multiple languages daily to think critically, communicate effectively, collaborate, and solve problems. This multilingual approach goes beyond academics—it equips students for global careers, diverse communities, and higher education opportunities worldwide.
5. It Opens Doors to Universities in Switzerland — With No Restrictions by Nationality
The Swiss bilingual Matura diploma, awarded at the end of Gymnasium, is one of the world’s most respected school-leaving qualifications. It is legally recognized as a university entrance certificate worldwide, including Switzerland, Germany and Austria:
- home to world-class universities (e.g., ETH Zurich, LMU Munich, University of Vienna) with a strong emphasis on research, engineering, natural sciences, and applied learning.
- where most public universities charge no to modest tuition fees.
- where the Swiss bilingual Matura is accepted without extra qualifications, especially in Switzerland, where students apply regardless of nationality.
- where a strong and diverse academic foundation empowers graduates to follow any path.
This means:
Your child can apply directly to top institutions like ETH Zurich, LMU Munich (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München), Technical University Munich, University of Vienna, University of Amsterdam, Copenhagen Business School (CBS) or even U.S. universities with a single, powerful diploma.
Why Parents in Bangkok Are Choosing RIS Swiss Section
- Over 60 years of Swiss and German education in Thailand
- Only Swiss school abroad in Thailand, approved by EDK (Schweizerische Konferenz der kantonalen Erziehungsdirektoren/Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education).
- German-accredited by KMK (Kultusministerkonferenz/ Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs) for full academic recognition
- 80% of teachers are trained in Switzerland and Germany and are professionally certified
- Low students-to-teacher ratio with individualized support for each student
- Multilingual, multicultural environment with over 30 nationalities
- Seamless structure from pre-Kindergarten/ Nursery through to high school graduation
- Proven university placements across Switzerland, Germany, Austria and worldwide
Education isn’t about shortcuts.
It’s about giving your child a clear, respected, and well-supported educational path from their first day in class all the way to university entrance. Our globally recognized system combines structured learning, language fluency, and academic rigor, blending deep knowledge with practical skills, critical thinking, and independent learning.
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6. The Swiss Bilingual Matura Exam – A Door Opener to Universities in Switzerland, Germany and Austria and worldwide:
The Swiss Matura exam stands out for its combination of oral components and essay-based questions, which effectively prepares students for university.
- Written exams: Essay-style questions that assess analytical skills and deep comprehension.
- Oral exams: Students articulate their knowledge and answer examiners using precise scientific language.
This format trains students to express scientific ideas clearly using proper terminology and to apply their knowledge in new contexts, not just recall memorized answers. Matura does not rely on practicing past papers, Matura emphasizes critical thinking and adaptability.
Schedule a private campus tour today and experience why RIS Swiss Section is the only accredited Swiss and German international school in Bangkok — preparing students from early years to the Swiss bilingual Matura and university success worldwide
