Optimizing the quality of Thai education: A comprehensive examination of the whole school approach

This study looks into how a comprehensive school strategy improves education quality in Thailand. It focuses on 11 leading projects and 408 schools that have adopted this comprehensive approach. The findings indicate significant enhancements in educational quality, including better goal-setting, increased cooperation through professional learning communities (PLCs), improved teaching methods, efficient information handling, the creation of learning networks, and enhanced student safety. Based on these results, the research makes several suggestions for those involved in education. It recommends promoting a team-oriented environment that utilizes the skills of teachers, school leaders, parents, and external contributors. Emphasizing the role of PLCs in continuous teacher training to update teaching methods is also stressed. Additionally, the importance of providing tailored support to meet students' academic and personal needs is highlighted. Overall, this study demonstrates the positive impact of a whole-school strategy on education quality, suggesting that a cooperative approach, focusing on professional growth and comprehensive support for students, leads to a better and more effective learning experience for everyone involved.