Our programmes
Thompson International School has four stages: preparatory, primary, middle and senior school. Each stage builds on the one before and gets children ready for the next.
- Preparatory class (Grade 0)0 Grade
From age 6 we get children ready for school: speech, attention, memory and fine motor skills, along with letters, numbers and counting. English and speaking lessons start in Grade 0.
Outcome: By the end of the year your child knows letters and sounds, can count to 10, understands simple English phrases and is ready for Grade 1.
- Primary school, Grades 1–41-4 Grades
Children build a solid base in reading, writing and maths. Maths, English and IT get extra hours, with a focus on speaking. In Grade 4 students do their first projects and take on harder problems.
Outcome: Your child reads and writes confidently, is quick with numbers, can hold a conversation in English, has basic IT skills and is ready for middle school.
- Middle school, Grades 5–75-7 Grades
Maths, English and IT in depth. Students learn 3D modelling and printing, have lessons in the VR room and take on projects and research tasks.
Outcome: Students can solve harder problems, work confidently with texts and data, build 3D models and use digital tools with ease.
- Senior school, Grades 8–118-11 Grades
Advanced maths, academic English and IT. From Grade 8 students prepare for IELTS and SAT and work on projects, critical thinking and presentation skills. With their mentors they choose universities, prepare for each one’s requirements, build a portfolio and send their applications.
Outcome: Graduates have strong academic English, are ready for international exams and can apply to leading universities around the world.
Send an application
What happens once you leave your details:
- Application
You fill in the form on this page.
- A call from our admissions team
We call you, answer your questions and help you choose a branch.
- Tour and meeting with the Principal
At the branch you choose, on a day and at a time that suit you.
- Signing the contract
Once the terms are agreed, your child starts school.




