Verso International School has revealed the latest progress on the construction of the school and the design of its curriculum ahead of the first semester opening this August, reaffirming its commitment to providing an experience focused on maximizing student potential as a leader in international education and global educational innovation.

Ms. Piyaporn Phanched Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of U-City Public Company Limited (Public) part of BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited (Public) which has partnered with Fortune Hand Venture Limited from Hong Kong to establish Verso International School, stated, “As the world of education is changing, U-City is proud to play a pioneering role in investing in the construction of a new school that will be an educational innovation for the future. This school will be a center for maximizing student potential through a learning design based on students' curiosity and individual abilities.”

“With a commitment to creating a school that prepares the new generation for the future, we believe that Verso will be the choice for progressive parents who recognize the importance of enrolling their children in a school with innovative learning approaches that meet the demands of a rapidly changing world
(Disruption). U-City is ready to continuously support Verso with various strategies, both online, offline, and on-ground, such as workshops with parents and open house events at the school, to achieve the target number of students in the first semester of 100-200 students.” Ms. Piyaporn said.

 

To expand opportunities for youth to experience new educational innovations, Verso International School is pleased to offer “exclusive privileges for first entrants in the academic year 2563
(2020 Student Grant)” to families enrolling their children in the founding cohort (Founding Families) where parents will receive a 20% discount on annual tuition fees for a period of 4 consecutive years. This privilege will be granted to families who enroll by March 31.

As of March 2563 Verso International School has made over 90% progress in construction and curriculum readiness and expects the entire process to be completed by July 2563 before the school opens for the first semester in August 2563. Currently, Verso International School is accepting applications for students from Early Years 2 (Early Years 2) to Grade 8 (Grade 8) and will accept students in Grades 9-12 (Grade 9-12) the following year.

Ms. Piyaporn added, “The area surrounding the Thana City project, which houses Verso International School, is well-equipped with facilities and transportation routes. The launch of Verso will help develop the area further and will be a crucial piece in enhancing the quality of life for people in the area, making this district a community suitable for living, working, and leisure in all dimensions.”

Verso International School is located just 4 kilometers from Suvarnabhumi Airport, or a 15-minute drive, and in the near future, a light rail transport system will pass through the nearby area, making Verso strategically positioned to accommodate students from various countries and an attractive option for both Thai and international families looking for an international school in Bangkok, the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) or in Southeast Asia.

“The entire Verso team looks forward to welcoming the first group of students this coming August.” Mr. Cameron Fox CEO of Verso International School stated, “Currently, the construction process of the school building and the preparation of our teaching curriculum are nearing completion. The Learning Designers at Verso are all very excited to meet the founding students and to be alongside them on this incredible journey.”

Verso International School will offer education from Early Years to Grade 12 using an American curriculum aligned with New York State educational standards, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning, project-based teaching, and personalized development.

“We have all experienced the challenges of traditional teaching methods that force students to learn everything the same way. These limitations, stemming from conventional views on education and traditional curricula, hinder students from realizing their true potential. Verso International School has a different perspective on the learning experience. Our research shows that allowing children to learn through projects they are interested in and can answer their own questions will help maximize their potential.” Mr. Cameron stated.

The modernity in learning design is a factor that attracts educational personnel from around the world to join Verso International School.

Mr. Cameron revealed, “In the two years leading up to the school’s opening, we established the first Learning Design Team at Verso, consisting of 12 qualified educational professionals we sourced from around the world, who have experience working in both traditional schools and new concept schools. Our Learning Designers share a common desire to create a school where students can discover their identities, build confidence, and develop the skills necessary to chart their life paths. We spent over 2 years researching and testing a comprehensive curriculum to ensure our students can step into the future to their fullest potential, considering the importance of learning and development based on individual abilities.”

In addition to academics, Verso students will learn in an interdisciplinary format that emphasizes group projects with members of various ages. Daily learning and activities will be thoughtfully organized to allow students to consult and collaborate fully with Learning Designers on each assigned project. The work of Verso students will be assessed by faculty as well as fellow students using special assessment criteria and systematic practices to reflect students' potential, alongside opportunities for students to present their understanding of the topics they are learning.

“We want to prove to parents that not only is Verso different from other schools, but it is also a better choice for students. We believe that Verso students will grow and advance beyond the traditional education they would receive in regular schools because this is a school designed and built to ignite youth and encourage them to develop the skills and attitudes necessary for an unpredictable future.” Mr. Cameron stated.

Mr. Cameron also noted that the world-class teaching materials and facilities within Verso International School are all designed to support the learning experience and foster students' imagination. The uniquely designed circular classrooms or “Loop” are created to foster a sense of connection among all parts, promoting fluidity and an environment conducive to collaboration, leading to continuous new knowledge and ideas.

Verso breaks away from traditional school design processes by collaborating with
IDEO (IDEO) a global innovation and design company from San Francisco, USA. Verso is ready to offer a different and far-reaching educational vision. Mr. Cameron and the Learning Designers have worked with a talented design team from IDEO to integrate inspiring elements from schools around the world into Verso International School, while gathering insights from students, teachers, and parents living in Bangkok, America, Singapore, and Hong Kong, concluding that a human-centered design approach is at the core of the organizational culture and learning vision of Verso International School.

“At Verso, we think and act as designers. We collaborate with IDEO to listen to feedback from parents, especially in Bangkok, and find out what they expect most from enrolling their children in an international school. This is the foundation of Verso’s three core beliefs: Verso students must know their identities and cultural identities, they need to know how to engage with their surroundings, and they will succeed when they have confidence in charting their own life paths.” Mr. Cameron concluded.

Verso International School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges or WASC which is an association that certifies quality and issues diplomas, certificates, and transcripts that are recognized by universities worldwide.

Verso International School is designed with modern architecture, situated on over
168 rai near the Thana City project in Bangna, making it the largest international school compared to other international schools in Bangkok, accommodating up to 1,800 students.

For more information about Verso International School, please visit the website www.verso.school or contact via email [email protected]