Welcome to Wattana Wittaya Academy, a place where history and education intertwine. Its story begins in 1874. It was founded by the American Presbyterian Mission, originally called “Kullasatri Wanglang”. This school was located in the Royal Palace, now part of the Siriraj Hospital grounds. Wattana Wittaya was groundbreaking as Thailand’s first boarding school for girls, also pioneering kindergarten education. In 1921, Miss Edna S. Cole moved the school to its current location on Sukhumvit 19. The name was changed to “Wattana Wittaya Academy”. The school is known for its academic rigor and its commitment to creating well-rounded individuals. To this day, its motto is “Honesty, Discipline, Commitment to education, Citizenship, Upholding religion and the Monarchy”. The curriculum encompasses a range of subjects, from traditional academic subjects like math and science, to language immersion programs in Chinese, Japanese, and French. Wattana Wittaya is renowned for its impressive English Intensive program. The school also offers a wide array of activities from choir to debate teams. However, one fascinating fact about Wattana Wittaya is its distinctive open-air loudspeaker system that delivers announcements from 7am until 9pm. This system acts as a constant reminder of community and routine, making it an integral part of the campus’s character. So now, standing before this institution, imagine the many stories that echo through these halls. From the first pioneers of education to the students who are now shaping the future, Wattana Wittaya Academy is a testament to the enduring power of education.
Garuda Museum
Behold the Garuda, a four-meter sculpture spreading its wings. This is the entrance to Southeast Asia’s one and only Garuda