School Calendar 2007-2008
 
 
Brief Background:
SP International Kindergarten aims at developing the whole child through quality education and care in a nurturing learning environment. SP implements the Creative Curriculum, which is designed and widely used in the United States. The curriculum lays a solid foundation on the child’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development.

SP believes that children learn better through active involvement with their environment. Their environment should foster creativity, decision making and developmentally appropriate activities. That is why at SP we put priority on creating a nurturing learning environment, making school a happy and a safe place to be, like a second home.

Established since 1992 and licensed by the Ministry of Education, SP is one of the pioneers in providing a quality early childhood program in the Sukhumvit area of Bangkok Metropolis. SP is also a member of the International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT).

SP or Seeh Phinong means four siblings. The school is named after the four children of its founder.

Curriculum:

SP implements the Creative Curriculum, which is designed and widely used in U.S.A. The goals and objectives of the curriculum address a developmentally appropriate program in educating young children. Creative Curriculum meets the guidelines set by the U.S. National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The important goal of the curriculum is to help children become independent, self-confident and inquisitive learners. It fosters active thinking; finding out how things work not by just repeating what someone else says.

Facilities:
To provide a developmentally appropriate program and meet the learning objectives of the school, SP offers an ideal setting for all children through different interest areas:

A.  Creative Centers

   
Blocks   House Corner  

Table Toys
         
   

Arts

  

Music

  

Sand and Water

B. Academic Centers

 

Classroom

  

Computer Lab

C. Outdoors

     
Playground   Tricycle Path   Gym   Swimming Pool

Teachers and Staff:

SP ensures an on going professional development and a constant up-dating on the latest educational approaches.  Our teachers and staff are dedicated and competent.  Specialist teachers in Physical Education, Swimming, Music, Thai and Culture, and Computer are also hired to facilitate our learning activities.

The school exhibits a healthy working relationship.  Each member of the group is valued and respected. They are mutually supportive and motivated to work on a common goal.

Adult/child Ratio:

          Ages 2 – 3 years old:       1 adult per 5 – 7 children

          Ages 4 – 5 years old:       1 adult per 7 – 9 students

School Calendar and Schedule:

          1st Semester:         Early September – End January

          2nd Semester:         Early February – Middle June

          Summer:               Early July – Middle August

School hour is from 08:30 AM – 02:30 PM. Monday to Friday.  A half-day or 3-day Program is also available upon request.  Public Holidays are observed.

Transportation Service:
Transportation service is available in Sukhumvit Soi 20 – 40 and in Sukhumvit Soi 21 – 63. Services are also available in some other areas of Bangkok upon request. SP has 10 school vans bringing children to and fro. Child seats are compulsory for ages 2 – 3 years old.
 

 
 

Seeh Phinong International Kindergarten

96 Sukhumvit 55 (off Soi Thonglor 17)
Tel: 02-185 2715 Fax: 02-185 2705
Email: info@spn.ac.th