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23-11-2004, 21:49
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Dulwich College
I'm thinking about sending my kids to Dulwich International College in Phuket. Has anyone sent their kids there and what do you think of the school? I do not live in Thailand but i plan to send my kids here. Is that actually possible and how would that work with regards to their visas? I know that tourists are only given a 90 day visa but does it work differently if you send your children to school there?
Thanks for your help 
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#2
24-11-2004, 06:16
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A friend of mine sends his daughter there, and reckons its well worth the cost (she is a day pupil). The daughter still has to do visa runs.
They live near Chalong which is quite a drive from the school, there is a bus but it would take about two hours, so my mate's wife does the school run twice each day. Very good school for languages, they are taught English, Thai and Mandarin
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24-11-2004, 12:27
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Dulwich is the best
Dulwich is a wondeful school.
It is by far better than the other schools available in Phuket, and is on Par with the large schools in Bangkok and the rest of South East Asia. I am biased as I work there, but I would not send my kids anywhere else (if I had any). We follow the English curriculum up to the age of 16 where we take IGCSE exams. At post 16 they join the IB course, which is a similar course to A level, and recogniosed in all universities around the world. Ourresults are excellent, and our students have won various awards, and been admitted to Unis all over the world including Oxbridge in the U.K. Most academic teachers are sourced from UK, US or Aus, and we have a huge Thai staff support system. The range of subjects we offer is huge across all age ranges. Before people have a go, I know that it is expensive, but no more than the Bangkok international schools, and a great deal cheaper than British private schools. Details of all this are on www.dulwich.ac.th As for the visa, I am not quite sure. I am heavily involved in the boarding side of the school and know that the farang boarders do not have to do any visa runs, even if the parents live outside Thailand. this is a question you will have to ask our admin yourself. Anyway, let me know if I can help with any specific questions about the school. website
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24-11-2004, 14:29
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Scubamatt
I'm an English teacher in Beijing and have been for the past three years. I have a degree from a British University and a diploma in TESOL. Do you think that these qualifications are sufficient to teach English at Dulwich? Really appreciate your help, thanks.
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24-11-2004, 14:44
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i am an aircraft engineer in london,are these qualifications sufficient to get me a job teaching english anywhere in phuket???  steve
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24-11-2004, 17:54
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Ragamuffin,
I don't know about your qualifications - I am a qualified UK teacher and teach Maths. All posts are interviewed for, I suppose this certificate will get you an interview. There is a job opening up today- - A part time ESL teacher for our "Junior Academy". It is only 6 hours a week, and does not come with work permit. Full time jobs do appear quite frequently - and the best time to look is the mid to end of Jan, for jobs starting in August. The first day back in Jan is when we have to say if we are staying for the coming academic year. Full time jobs come with work permit along with good salary and some extra benefits, depending on the package being offered. Anyway, keep an eye on www.phuketgazette.com , www.dulwich.ac.th and www.tesjobs.co.uk for upcoming positions. Hope this helps.
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24-11-2004, 19:48
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Scubamatt
Cheers mate. Your info is a great help. If you ever get bored of beaches and tropical sun you could always try Beijing where I'm based. It's a great city and 15p for a bottle of beer / 20p for a packet of ciggies. Chinese chicks are very naughty but nice!!!!! On a different note do you have any plans to return to the UK or is your life in Asia now? I heard that Tony Blair is thinking about charging everyone for breathing soon, well the Brits are paying incredibly high prices for almost everything else so he might as well!!!!!!!!! Take care mate
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#10
24-11-2004, 19:50
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Dulwich appears to have an excellent facility and considering the value of education if I had anklebiters its the only school on Phuket I would consider (I dont even consider it that expensive once you price up other equal private education with those kinds of facilities).. Also thier ties to Dulwich in the UK ensure continueing further education should that be your child direction...
I am fairly sure that young children have an easy time of the VISA regs and an ED visa is a lot easier than many other kinds..
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24-11-2004, 20:05
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LivinLos
Thanks for the info matey. I live in Beijing and have two children at school here and Dulwich is remarkably cheaper than Beijing schools. Wow if I sent my kids to Dulwich me and the wife could holiday in LOS every weekend!!!! I've lived in Asia far too long to return to England. Do you have the same feeling?
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#12
24-11-2004, 20:44
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Not been back to the Uk for 2 years, and no plans to. Been to Africa a couple of times though.
Settled here with a long time Thai Girl Friend, so see no need to move. I hate cities, so will not be going to Bangkok / KL / Singapore! Free eductaion for teachers kids.. except school meals, uniforms etc. Cheers
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#13
30-11-2004, 21:34
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Times Educational Supplement advert Friday 26th Dec 2004
Dulwich International College Phuket, Thailand WES Accredited, IB World School Member of FOBISSEA Dulwich International College is a leading British international day and boarding school (3-18 years) offering a quality education to the international community of the Asia/Pacific region. The school provides a secure, caring, challenging and stimulating environment that encourages excellence in academic and extra-curricular activities. For August 2005 or as soon after as possible, we require dedicated and inspiring teachers in the following areas: Secondary School Assistant Head Academic (possible vacancy) Assistant Head Pastoral Head of Physics Teacher of Biology Teacher of Mathematics Teacher of Computer Studies/IT Teacher of KS3 History/Geography Teacher of Art Teacher of Drama Primary School Nursery Manager/Teacher Head of Key Stage 1 KS1 Classroom Teacher KS2 Classroom Teacher Boarding Head of Boarding (possible vacancy) Housemaster/Housemistress We also welcome applications from teachers of subjects that are not advertised above. Candidates should email a short letter of application, CV, recent photograph and email/fax and telephone contacts of referees to kanitthas@dulwich.ac.th The closing date for applications is Thursday, 9th December 2004. Interviews will be held in Phuket and in London in late January/early February 2005. For the above positions, experience of British and international programmes is preferred (English National Curriculum, SATs, I/GCSE, IB). A willingness to contribute to the boarding life of the school is a definite advantage. An attractive overseas package is offered with accommodation allowance, pension, gratuity, health cover, flights and baggage allowance. Further information about the school may be obtained from our website: www.dulwich.ac.th The TES 26/11/2004
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05-04-2005, 15:47
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Just put my son there
I have just enrolled my 9 year old son to start in august. I found it a very good school with fantastic facilities & track record. There is an exam to pass in english and it took just over 2 hours (poor kid). The college or DIC as they call themselves give you an acceptance paper to get a visa for the sprog. As far as I know it's a non immigrant (Ed) visa which is valid for a year and the DIC sorts out the renewal every 90 days without the pupil having to leave Phuket. In my case I am trying to get my son a Thai passport which will make life easier for him. I chose to move to Phuket because of the school & the help they gave & are giving to tsunami victims was heart warming. A great school!!!
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16-04-2005, 15:17
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What the Hell is this all about?
http://www.phuketgazette.net/news/in...f=200541615180
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16-04-2005, 15:24
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Current state of play
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I will drop a message when things have been clarified a bit. From the rumours around, there is not a lot to be worried about?!?!?!
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#18
16-04-2005, 15:39
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Sure the School would be self sustaining without the UK 'Dulwich' connection ??
Seems like a good school.. Of course the UK link is very appealing for higher education but even so I cant imagine a total closure..
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16-04-2005, 15:40
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Rumors
After talking with some close friends with children there they seem to believe that some areas of education at the school have gone downhill. They had no faith in the headmaster and also said to me there is going to another high standard shcool opening in the future on the island.
I myself have some friends that teach there so I hope everything turns out ok. I have no idea the inner workings there myself but am just passing on this info. Cheers!
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#20
16-04-2005, 19:00
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I hope everything will turn out good. Even in worst case with Dulwich removing its name I think the school could do good on it's own, as long they have quality education.
Good Luck for everybody involved.
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16-04-2005, 19:20
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The Disagreement between London Dulwich and the Thai Management is that the Thai Management have over the last few months removed any power and decision making from the Headmaster and Academic staff of Dulwich Phuket, thus the School is being run by Thai Managers with no experience of Schools (and particularly International Schools) and Dulwich London is extremely concerned that education standards may drop.
They have tried to persuade the Thai Management to run the School on the same basis as every other International School, but do not seem to be getting anywhere. I feel extremely worried for all Students, parents and Staff from Dulwich Phuket, but there maybe some alternative options around the corner to offer some glimmers of hope. Paul
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17-04-2005, 14:22
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My friends are in complete agreement with your assesment. it seems they have to go through some Thai manager that will in turn direct the Thai staff as the staff will not follow directions from anyone else.
It must be a difficult situation.  Quote:
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#23
04-05-2005, 07:17
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Nothing new
Still no solid news.
Look on dulwich.blogspot.com to keep up to date.
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#24
06-05-2005, 19:06
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#25
12-05-2005, 19:13
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Still no news ? !
I've Found another blog on Dulwich
http://pikeydangerman.proboards28.co...num=1115221526 Tuesday, May 10, 2005 8:09:16 PM
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