ASEAN School Awards to Debut in Bangkok in 2026

A new initiative to celebrate innovation and excellence in international education across Southeast Asia will launch next year with the inaugural ASEAN School Awards. The event will take place on 8 May 2026 in Bangkok, recognising schools, educators, and education service providers from across the 10 ASEAN countries.

Organised by 21st Century Learning (21CL), the awards are the first regional programme dedicated to highlighting outstanding contributions in teaching, learning, and school development. Submissions are now open, with entries closing on 15 December 2025.

Celebrating regional innovation

The awards feature 21 categories, covering areas such as EdTech, STEAM, diversity and inclusion, wellness, leadership, arts, athletics, student agency, and innovative facilities. A Public Choice Award will also be determined through online voting in January 2026.

Winners and finalists will gain regional recognition, opportunities to share best practice, and increased visibility among educators and decision-makers.

Justin Hardman, CEO & Founder of 21C Learning, said the awards are an opportunity for schools and providers to gain recognition and inspire further progress across the region:

“We invite schools and companies from the 10 ASEAN countries to showcase their innovation— to gain recognition, share best practices, and inspire progress across the education scene in the region.”

Part of a wider programme

The awards ceremony will be co-located with two major professional learning events at the Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit (8–9 May 2026):

• Lead to Succeed Summit (L2SS): Focused on developing leadership capacity in international schools.

• International School Marketing & Admissions Conference: A new gathering for marketing and admissions professionals to strengthen strategy and community engagement.

Key details

• Deadline for submissions: 15 December 2025

• Public voting: January 2026

• Awards ceremony: 8 May 2026, Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit

For full details on categories and eligibility, and to submit applications, visit the ASEAN School Awards website or contact info@21c-learning.com