Future of education: Chiang Mai is preparing for sufficient schools

Future of education: Chiang Mai is preparing for sufficient schools

What is the current situation in Chiang Mai? On October 28, 2025, several important events took place that touched on various aspects of education and environmental awareness. The focus of attention was the session to prepare for the assessment of “sufficiency education facilities” in Chiang Mai Technical College. Dr. Wacharapong Phantip, the institution's director, chaired this meeting. There were numerous administrative members and department heads who worked together to prepare the necessary documents in accordance with the Ministry of Education's guidelines. The educational institutions should act as role models for learning activities and efficient management, in line with the philosophy of the sufficiency economy, as Chiang Mai News reports.

Why is this important? The Ministry of Education's ongoing policy aims to improve the quality of education and promote a better understanding of sustainable business. Another example of this philosophy is presented by the Center for Non-Formal Education in the municipality of Pak Khat. They follow a management model that focuses on the quality of learning and student development. The implementation of this philosophy in all areas of life is reflected in the successful reports on the impact on the personal and community lives of those involved, as can be found on anyflip.

Education initiatives in Chiang Mai

At the same time, the Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna organized the “RMUTL Engineering CWIE Day 25/26”. This event, organized by the Rector Assoc. Prof. Wichai Tipprasert offered the students valuable orientation on internships. The agenda included everything from lectures on workplace safety to team development and an exhibition of internship projects. Partner organizations also provided job offers to make it easier for students to enter professional life. This shows once again how important practical experience is in education.

Another important aspect of environmental commitment was demonstrated on October 28 when Rongkwang Mayor Mr. Pipat Suetrongtham took part in the national tree love event. This campaign is part of a project that promotes the protection of natural resources and awareness of forest conservation. Such initiatives strengthen the local sense of community and show that environmental protection also plays a role in the educational context.

The challenges of the education system

With regard to the education system in Thailand, the challenges must also be addressed. There is compulsory schooling for children aged 7 to 14, but monitoring is not particularly strict, as Thailand specialists find. Schools, whether public or private, differ greatly in their approach and facilities. While public schools offer free education, private schools can charge high fees and often serve a more affluent clientele.

Private schools are particularly popular in urban areas such as Bangkok and offer special programs that appeal to talented students. The quality of teachers and resources varies considerably, which can sometimes exacerbate educational inequality. The lack of qualified teachers, especially in the field of English, is also a point that is often viewed critically.

Overall, the events of October 28, 2025 show that education and environmental protection can go hand in hand. It remains to be seen how the planned measures by educational institutions in Chiang Mai and beyond will bear fruit.