Denla British School (DBS)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$15K – US$29K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 2–18
Students: ~900
Location: Nonthaburi, Bangkok
Updated February 2026
In Brief
DBS Denla British School Bangkok is an established British curriculum international school with 47 years of educational history in Bangkok. Under Headmaster Jonny Liddell, the school delivers an Enhanced British Curriculum with specialist subject teaching and maintains strong leadership depth across academic departments.
Located in Bangkok, DBS Denla operates under a structured leadership model with Headmaster Jonny Liddell overseeing operations alongside Deputy Head Simon Fowler, who brings over 20 years of Southeast Asian teaching experience. The school's Enhanced British Curriculum includes specialist teaching across core subjects, with dedicated Heads of Faculty managing departments including English, Science, Mathematics, Humanities, Languages, Drama, Creative Performing Arts, Sport, Learning Support, and Careers. This departmental structure suggests academic depth across traditional British curriculum subjects.
The school maintains both British and Thai curriculum components, indicating service to both international and local families seeking British-style education in Bangkok. With nearly five decades of operation, DBS Denla has established itself within Thailand's competitive international education market. The extensive senior leadership team includes specialized roles such as Director of Enhanced British Curriculum and Director of Communications and Enrolment, suggesting institutional maturity and dedicated support systems for academic delivery and family engagement.
What parents value
- –47 years of educational experience in Bangkok
- –Enhanced British Curriculum with specialist subject teaching
- –Experienced leadership team with extensive Southeast Asian background
- –Dedicated Heads of Faculty across major academic departments
- –Dual British and Thai curriculum offerings
- –Structured senior leadership team with specialized roles
Points of consideration
- –Limited publicly available information about facilities and campus details
- –Fee structure and student demographics not readily accessible
- –Academic outcomes and university placement data requires direct school contact
- –Enrollment numbers and student nationality breakdown not available online
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Mini Dragons (Pre-Nursery) | 2 | 16,558 |
| Nursery (EY1) | 3 | 18,367 |
| Reception (EY2) | 5 | 20,960 |
| Year 1 - Year 5 | 5 | 24,947 |
| Year 6 - Year 8 | 10 | 27,464 |
| Year 9 - Year 11 | 13 | 29,153 |
| Year 12 - Year 13 | 16 | 31,487 |
Fees converted from THB. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee | 6,864 |
| Reservation Fee (applied to first term/admission fee) | 6,864 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- ONESQA accredited no rating published
- Not publicly listed.
Accreditations
- CIS, COBIS no BSO rating published, Cambridge International School
- Not publicly listed.
Memberships
- FOBISIA, ISAT, Chartered College of Teaching, Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award
- Not publicly listed.
Student Body
Bangkok's international schools serve a diverse community of expat and local families. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Mr Jonny Liddell - Headmaster
Jonny Liddell is a Cambridge University graduate (MA Cantab in Natural Sciences) with a PGCE from King's College London and NPQH from UCL Institute of Education, and holds fellowships as FCCT and FRSA.
