Under the wave of globalization, studying abroad has become an important way for many students to broaden their horizons and improve themselves. 

Thailand, with its high-quality and diverse international educational resources, is attracting the attention of an increasing number of Chinese families. 

However, many parents and students can't help but wonder: If one's English is not good, can they still go to an international school in Thailand?

 The answer is affirmative. Even if one has a weak foundation in English, they can still find a place to grow in an international school in Thailand.

I. Language Support System of International Schools in Thailand

1. Intensive English courses help improve

Most international schools in Thailand have carefully designed English enhancement courses for students whose native Language is not English, 

such as the well-known ESL (English as a Second Language) course. This type of course will conduct systematic teaching based on students' actual English proficiency, 

ranging from basic vocabulary and grammar to comprehensive abilities in listening, speaking, reading and writing. 

Take NIST International School in Bangkok as an example. The English intensive course of this school adopts small-class teaching, 

with the number of students in each class controlled at around 15, ensuring that teachers can fully pay attention to the learning progress and 

needs of each student. In the classroom, teachers will employ a rich variety of teaching methods, such as situational dialogues, group discussions, 

and English drama performances, to enable students to enhance their English application skills in a relaxed and interesting atmosphere. 

After one semester of study, the average English score of the students participating in the course has improved by 20 points (out of 100), 

and they are more confident and fluent in daily English communication.

2. Bilingual or multilingual teaching helps relieve stress

Considering that some students have a weak foundation in English, many international schools in Thailand have introduced bilingual

 or even multilingual teaching models. Some international schools in Chiang Mai offer bilingual courses in Chinese and English 

when teaching professional courses such as business and media. In the professional knowledge explanation section, Chinese will be

 used to help students understand complex concepts and theories. While in the English proficiency cultivation section, the teaching will switch to English, 

guiding students to read English literature, write English reports, etc. For instance, in marketing courses, when teachers explain marketing theories, 

they first elaborate on the core points in Chinese to ensure students have a thorough understanding. Then, for the case analysis assignment given, 

students are required to complete it in English to train their English application ability in the professional field. This progressive teaching method 

enables students to master professional knowledge while gradually improving their English proficiency, effectively alleviating the study pressure caused by poor English.

Second, the admission threshold is not unattainable

The language test is flexibly responded to

Although most international schools in Thailand mainly teach in English, they do not uniformly require students to have an extremely 

high level of English in the language test for admission. Some schools' entrance tests, in addition to the regular written tests,

 also include an interview session to comprehensively assess students' language proficiency. For students who are not good at English, 

if they demonstrate a good learning attitude, a positive willingness to communicate and strong learning potential in the interview,

 they also have the opportunity to obtain the admission qualification. For instance, at an international school in Pattaya, in the entrance test, 

a student whose written English score was not outstanding expressed his eagerness for new knowledge and determination to improve his 

English in simple but sincere English during the interview, which impressed the interviewer and eventually led to his successful admission.

2. Conditional admission offers opportunities

Some international schools in Thailand also offer conditional admission policies for students with weak English foundations. When applying,

 if students' other conditions (such as academic performance, comprehensive quality, etc.) meet the school's requirements, even if their English

 proficiency does not reach the standard, the school will issue an admission notice. However, students are required to participate in the language

 training courses organized by the school before official enrollment, or take additional English enhancement courses in the first semester 

after enrollment until they reach the English proficiency level stipulated by the school. For instance, in a well-known international university's 

preparatory program in Thailand, around 20% of the students are admitted through conditional offers each year. After a period of language study, 

they smoothly enter the stage of professional course study.

Third, immersive language environments promote learning

The influence of daily communication on campus

Once students step into the International School of Thailand, they are placed in an environment full of English atmosphere. In the classroom, 

teachers and students interact and communicate in English. During the break between classes, communicate and play in English with classmates 

from different countries. Most of the announcements and signboards on campus are also presented in English. This immersive language environment is 

like an invisible English teacher, constantly urging students to use English. Take the students of Chiang Mai International School as an example. 

When they first entered the school, many students with poor English were too scared to communicate. However, under the influence of the campus environment, 

after just three months, most of the students could have daily conversations freely in English. Half a year later, they could also express their opinions fluently in class speeches and group discussions.

2. Rich extracurricular activity practice

The rich and diverse extracurricular activities of International schools in Thailand also provide students with numerous opportunities to use English.

 Whether participating in international academic competitions, club activities, or volunteer services, students need to collaborate and communicate with others in English.

For example, in Model United Nations activities, students have to act as representatives of different countries, express their own positions in English and participate in debates. 

Through such activities, students not only exercise their English expression ability, but also broaden their international horizons. According to statistics,

 students who participate more in such activities improve their English writing and speaking skills at a rate about 30% faster than ordinary students.

Poor English is not an obstacle to studying at an international school in Thailand. The well-developed language support system, flexible admission 

policies and high-quality language learning environment of Thailand International School provide students with weak English foundations with excellent learning and growth opportunities. 

As long as students have a positive and enterprising learning attitude and are willing to strive to improve their English proficiency, they will surely gain knowledge, realize their self-worth

 and embark on a wonderful international education journey at the International School in Thailand.