Kudun and Partners is pleased to announce our role acting as legal advisor to the Techavijit family—founders and longstanding leaders of Regent’s International School Group—and Regent’s International School Bangkok in their historic partnership with Nord Anglia Education, the London-based global leader in international schooling.
This landmark cross-border transaction stands among the most impactful education sector investments in Thailand in recent years, underscoring the surging global interest in the Thai international school market. With this partnership, Nord Anglia expands its Thai presence to three schools, including Regents’ International School Pattaya and Regent’s International School Bangkok — both institutions distinguished by decades of academic excellence.
Under this strategic alliance, Regent’s International School Bangkok retains its deeply-rooted legacy while gaining access to Nord Anglia’s global collaborations with world-leading institutions such as MIT, UNICEF, and The Juilliard School. This partnership will enhance the student experience through the development of AI and technology labs, sports and wellbeing activities facilities including opportunities to collaborate with peers from over 80 international schools around the world.
With over 800 students from more than 32 nationalities, Regent’s International School Bangkok is renowned for its academic rigor, personalized learning, and holistic development—all aligned perfectly with Nord Anglia’s student-centric approach.
This transaction was led by Chai Lertvittayachaikul, Partner, ably supported by Bongkotkan Chumsai Na Ayudhya, Senior Associate, and Associates, Kamonrat Kongtheing, Suphatcha Sirilapanan, and Panida Kraipan, who provided comprehensive legal services covering transaction structuring, regulatory and compliance advisory, and finalizing key documentation. Kudun Sukhumananda, Senior Partner, provided oversight and guidance throughout the process.
