Encircled by rubber tree plantations and virgin rainforest, United World College Thailand International School sits nestled in the foothills of Phuket’s green-capped mountains, away from the island’s busy city centres. Our unique location is both symbolic and intentional; a physical reminder that in addition to academic rigour, the UWCT community values wellness and environmental stewardship. From monitoring coral reefs to embedding positively focused mindfulness, the betterment of our students, our community, and our planet are at the centre of everything we do. Learning in a diverse community helps create opportunities for students to appreciate multiple perspectives, to understand the power of collaboration and communication in all its forms, and to experience first-hand that our similarities far outweigh our differences. UWCT is considered UWC’s pioneer in embedding Social-Emotional Learning and Mindfulness (SEL&M) into our curriculum. Under the direction of our Mindfulness Mentor, our staff, students, and parents develop their ability to think and act mindfully using time and strategies inside and outside the classroom. Our educational model, balances five core areas of focus: academics, service, activities, outdoor education, and social-emotional learning and mindfulness. Aligned with our mission and enabling our holistic focus on mind, body and heart, UWCT uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) as its educational framework. As a fully authorized IB continuum school, UWCT offers the Primary Years Programme in Kindergarten to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme from Grades 6-10 and the Diploma Programme in Grade 11 and 12. Our Nursery programme is also inquiry-based .