Senior School (Year 9 to Year 13) - DBS Denla British School

About Senior School

In the Senior School, subject specialists teach all lessons and students move to their classes through the day.

In Year 9 we start the preparatory work to ensure that students are ready to begin their International General Certificates of Education (IGCSEs) studies in Year 10. We adapt and enrich our students’ studies according to the context of their education in an independent school in Thailand. Subjects taken include English Language and Literature, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mandarin, Thai, Geography, History, Art, Music, Drama and Computer Science.

In Year 10 and 11, students study towards externally assessed IGCSEs. All students study the core subjects of English (English Language and English Literature), Mathematics (Additional Mathematics for top set students) and Science (either Science or separate Biology, Chemistry and Physics). They choose four or five option subjects, which must include at least one Language (Thai, Mandarin), at least one Humanity (Economics, Business Studies, Geography, History), and other options such as Art, Computer Science, Drama, Music and Physical Education.

In the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13), the students will follow the International A Level curriculum in up to four different subjects, which the students will choose during Year 11. The A Level curricula are rich, well-rounded, and rigorous, and the qualifications obtained are accepted at universities in Thailand and around the world. The weekly timetable will include a significant number of in-class lessons, with a smaller number of guided study periods during which the students will carry out independent research. Students can also use their guided study time to seek out members of staff for any further clarification on their studies.

The initial subject offering from August 2022 will include Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mandarin, Art and Design, Business, Economics, Psychology and Music. In the following years, additional subjects, which could include Drama, Design and Technology, History, Geography and English may be added on demand. We pride ourselves on designing our curriculum to meet the needs and interests of our students. Please see our A-Level booklet for more information.

Senior School Prospectus

IGCSE Curriculum Booklet

A Level Curriculum Booklet

Sixth Form Student Handbook