TSL (Thai as a Second Language) Chiang Mai

2024年10月からタイ語の知識全くゼロの状態でタイ語の勉強を始めました。TSLを選んだ理由は問合せの対応がしっかりしていたこと、学生ビザのコースには毎週土曜日タイ文化体験クラスがあるのが決め手となり入学しました！

学校生活やビザ＆イミグレ関係の手続き等は学校のスタッフの方が丁寧に対応していただけるのでとても信頼がおける存在です。

タイ語のクラスは授業が１か月２４時間で１コース　教科書を１冊終えるので想像以上に勉強が大変です。教科書はかなりボリュームがあるのでそれなりの覚悟が必要かもしれません。
私にとっては最初のスピーキング1がかなりの難関で二回受講しました。

学校全体が英語環境になるのでタイ語を勉強しながら英語もかなり鍛えられます(笑)。英語学習者が羨ましがる英語環境です。

土曜日開催のタイ文化体験は毎週色々なタイ、チェンマイ文化に触れることができ貴重な場を設けて頂いています。学校スタッフの方、先生方のご尽力に感謝いたします。チェンマイのしらないスポットに行けたり、学校に通う皆さんと交流ができたり素晴らしい環境です

タイ語を教える先生は良くも悪くも、教え方に差がかなりあります。先生選びはかなり大事だと思います。
個人的にはMew先生をおすすめしたいです。
授業は英語で行われるのですが、Mew先生は生徒の英語力やタイ語能力に関係なく、生徒全員を引っ張りあげてくれます。授業についていけない生徒を取り残さないようにする授業スタイルと、　文法や、単語を使って生徒に作文をさせて使えるタイ語を取得する教え方が素晴らしいです。

MS. YORIKO M.

I have been studying with the people at TSL for two years. I have nothing to complain about. They take care of everything, have great professors, 100% recommend !

MR. FABIEN E. SABATIE

The ability to speak Thai is a very important part of my decision to stay in Thailand for the long term. The progress I have made with the help and support at TSL has made this life changing decision a possibility. I am grateful to TSL for a very enjoyable year of study.

Having taken early retirement after 35 years of teaching, I particularly appreciate the excellent teaching standard and the design of the curricula and course material. The classes are fun and friendly with meticulously prepared lessons.

The support staff are excellent. My first visit to the school answered all my questions and I came away with a clear schedule and understanding of the visa process. The meticulously prepared documentation makes the visa application a very easy task.

The extra curricula activity with cultural visits are fun and informative and add to the relax atmosphere at the school.

I am looking forward to my second year at TSL and highly recommend the school to anyone looking to learn Thai in a fun and friendly environment.

MR. EBRAHIM M. SHAGHOUEI

A fantastic school in every way. I've had group lessons from three different TSL teachers and have found all to be talented professionals as well as so much fun with it.

The structure of progression through the beginner levels is really well designed to suit the majority, meanwhile the school is total flexibile if too fast/slow. Also re flexibility, the hybrid classes having the option of attendance by video link is invaluable to fit with occasional life stuff.

Finally the TSL office is just full of good eggs who are seemingly happy and able to sort anything you need with maximum efficiency over email or by dropping in

MR. THOMAS CHRISTOPHER UNDERWOOD

"I studied with TSL for almost one year already, the staff has always been very helpful and available in any circumstance.
Textbooks and teachers are good, but obviously you will have to put your own effort in the learning process, if you are really interested in Thai language.

Now, after one year, I'm quite satisfied about the level that I reached, even if I realize that I could have done better and that I still have a lot to learn.
For my personal good experience I already recommended TSL school to a couple of friends.
ขอบคุณมากTSL"

MR. GIOVANNI LUIGI SANTORO

"Being loving and passionate for languages is not enough to learn Thai, TSL and its patients teachers will guide you through a journey where you'll not only feel you'll grasp the language, but you'll understand more about the elegant and deep Thai culture.
Definitely recommended, Thai learning made a breeze!
♡♡♡♡
Happily enrolling for the second year now!
ขอบคุณค่ะ!!!"

MS. ANNA ORLANDO

"Its been over a year since I started studying Thai at TSL. Started with book 1, get through R&W 3 levels, and now I am at Book 11. Every level I did, I studied with kru Ang and hope to continue my studying journey with her. She has a teaching style that suits my learning preference. Especially I like when she finds funny articles, stories, tik toks or videos which have a "speaking" style. We read it together and discuss it in class. It helps to get used to more spoken Thai also.

I remember searching for schools all over Thailand that offer online courses and luckily found TSL. At that time I liked the fact that they have a Youtube channel, so I was able to get a little familiar with teachers, facebook group also made a good impression on me.

I would 100% recommend TSL to anyone who wants to study Thai. Staff, learning materials, quality, everything is great."

MS. DARIA ZAGORODNOVA

"If you're looking to learn Thai, I highly recommend checking out this school. From my personal experience, this school offers top-notch language instruction that is both effective and enjoyable.

The teachers are all native Thai speakers who are passionate about teaching and sharing their culture with students. They're also very patient and encouraging, creating supportive environment that makes it easy to learn.

One thing I particularly love about this school is that they offer a variety of class timings and mediums. You have the option of attending classes at the school or learn online.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, you'll find a class that's just right for you. They also offer private lessons for those who want more personalized attention.

Overall, I think the Thai Language School is a fantastic choice for anyone who wants to learn Thai. The overall atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Give it a try – you won't be disappointed!"

MR. AHMED SHAFI ALI

"Excellent language school with the option to do online as well as classroom courses. School material is updated/ improved on a regular basis. They. Even have qr codes on the books that will link you to the relevant lesson on YouTube!"

MR. SURESH SIDHU

"TSL language teachers have been exceptional. With their deep knowledge, patience, and interactive teaching methods, they have made learning Thai an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Their passion for the language is infectious, and their dedication to our progress has truly helped us master this beautiful language. Highly recommended!"

MR. HUANG YAO

"I highly recommend TSL to anyone looking to study. The teachers are brilliant! They’re very knowledgeable in Thai and English, which makes the sometimes challenging task of finding meaning to things a lot more easier. I’ve been studying with Kru Yu for the past few months. It’s been very insightful and enjoyable, Kru Yu has taught me a lot in a small period of time and I can’t recommend her enough. The TSL office staff are the most organised and hardworking group of individuals I have come across from all my time in Thailand. They know exactly what they’re doing and when it comes down to the paperwork and visa side of things, they’re very well prepared and helpful. You can tell that everyone in TSL wants to be there and enjoys what they do."

MR. LEVI BLUE

"I am very happy with my experience at TSL Chiang Mai. I have attended a few Thai language schools in the area and this one is by far the most legit.

The teachers and staff are amazing and you can tell they truly care about the students and their experience. I think the curriculum is put together in a way that you will be learning very useful words and phrases that you can use in everyday situations.

What makes this school stand out is the Saturday activities. We often take trips around Chiang Mai and to neighboring cities to visit temples, museums and try new foods as well as learn about Thai culture. This is a great way to meet new people and build relationships with other students as well as with the staff. Big shout out to Kru.Ang for being a great host on Saturdays.

As for the E.D Visa, I was amazed at how much help I got from the school to get mine. It can be a tough process to do on your own but with the help from the staff it was a breeze and I didn't have any issues from immigration.

Lastly I would like to compliment the owner of the school who has always been available anytime I have had any questions or if I had an issue. He always attends every Saturday activity and you can tell he cares about the students that attend his school and their experience aswell."

MR. JORDON ATKINSON

"I've studied with TSL for quite a while now, and they've hands down been the best school I've been able to find in Thailand.

They truly care about education and development of each and every student, and the teachers are top rate.

It's more than just a language school - it's a a family and a place to gain knowledge and experience with language and culture.

I highly recommend it for anybody."

MR. AUSTIN TYLER GARDNER

"I've been studying in TSL for over a year and enjoy it a lot. The staff crew is exceptional, very friendly and helpful in all the visa-related bureaucracy. The pace of study feels comfortable, both not too hardcore so it doesn't disrupt your slow living in Chiang Mai but also intense enough that you constantly feel the progress. The schedule, especially at the lower levels, is very adjustable, with joining by Zoom always being an option. What you'd really like to attend in person tho are the Thai Culture classes where the teachers share the slices of culture they're familiar with be it cooking some specific Thai dish or a trip to some village you would probably never discover alone. And last but not least there are students from all around the world in TSL so it's also a great place to get some extra cultural exchange and practice other languages with those who speak them natively."

MR. DMITRY MEDVEDEV

"I joined TSL's 1 year education visa course 9 months ago with a little rough and ready Thai under my belt that I had gathered while teaching English in Chiang Mai. Studying with TSL has been a joy right from the start. All levels are catered for and I feel that during my time here, my basic ability has become more polished and I am more able to understand the Thai people that I meet around Chiang Mai.

Kru Ang, my teacher throughout, has a style that suits my learning preference. She pushed the class through the basics and then dragged us across the hot coals of reading and writing, and onward to the complexities of sentence structuring. I never believed I would be able to understand Thai text to the extent that she has made possible, and her willingness to share ordinary phrases and colorful expressions continues to add to my understanding and enjoyment of common Thai. There is wide selection of professional teachers at TSL, and I think that there is a teaching style to suit everyone.

The culture class is not only informative and fun, but is also a social event. I am now proficient at making somtam, carving fruit and parading through the streets while playing the symbols at an annoyingly loud volume, thanks to this weekly class.

From a visa procurement perspective, the service provide has been faultless. The office staff are approachable, efficient and friendly. I recommend this school, without hesitation, to anyone who wants to enjoy learning Thai.

Thank you TSL."

MR. CHRISTOPHER JAPHETH BRADSHAW