About Thimphu High School
A fully residential, co-educational Cambridge school at Khasadrapchu and Tsaphu village, about 18 km from Thimphu. Six acres of forest give children room to learn, grow and discover themselves, away from the noise of the city.
A school built around children
The idea for THS grew over many years. Its founders already ran a primary school and an early childhood day-care centre, and they wanted to give children a natural continuation: a school where they could receive a strong education while experiencing the warmth, care and belonging of a family.
The founders’ experience has shaped a simple principle: every child’s wellbeing, safety and happiness come first, and every child is encouraged to strive for excellence.
Vivi Tshering
Co-founder
Vivi founded Thimphu Primary School, which has served children and families for more than 20 years. Her belief in education, character and service was shaped by her own years at Loreto Convent, and her community work includes supporting skilling programmes as a De-Suup.
Tshering Penjore
Co-founder
Tshering spent more than 27 years with Bhutan’s national airline in senior positions. He brings that experience of service standards to daily life at THS, with a personal commitment to keeping every child’s wellbeing, safety and experience at the heart of the school.
Why THS
For many years, Bhutanese students looking for an international boarding education had to leave the country at a formative age. THS was founded to offer that experience in Bhutan: strong academics, character, independence, leadership and culture, in a vibrant residential school.
We believe academics alone do not create a well-rounded person. Our broad programme brings together academics, community service, sport, the creative arts and skills development, so that each child discovers their abilities, sets goals that are ambitious and achievable, and gains the confidence to pursue them.
THS is a full-time, seven-day boarding school. Afternoons are given to service, sport and activities, and Sundays to rest, outings and the things students enjoy. To make the most of school life, trips to the city are permitted only once a month. As we grow, we plan to welcome a limited number of students from other countries.
Vision
We strive for excellence in all things, to inspire and challenge our students to reach beyond themselves.
Mission
Building a strong foundation for every student is the purpose of Thimphu High School. Through good educational practice, a rigorous academic programme and experiential learning in nature, science, physical activity, service and leadership, we prepare students for academic success and for meaningful, responsible lives.
Our core values
- Awareness
- Empathy
- Sustainability
- Community
- Knowledge
- Creativity
- Discipline
- Service
Sherab Joenshing
The Tree of Wisdom
Our motto reflects our belief that strong roots in values and knowledge enable every student to grow and flourish.
We aim to
- 1Inspire a love of learningthrough a broad and balanced curriculum that challenges students inside and outside the classroom, so they understand their strengths and where they can grow.
- 2Nurture individual talentsacademic, creative and sporting, and the leadership, confidence and responsibility to contribute to the world around them.
- 3Use our surroundings as a classroomfor adventure and experiential learning about nature, the community, one another and themselves.
- 4Build a culture of participationwhere students have a voice in school and community life and take increasing responsibility for their learning and actions.
- 5Develop a global outlookby engaging with different ideas, cultures and perspectives, and learning to value and respect difference.
Leadership
Father Kinley Tshering, Principal Mentor and Advisor (M.Ed, Canada; MBA, IIM Bangalore), has more than 30 years in education, including as Principal and Rector of St. Joseph’s School, Darjeeling. He guides THS in building a strong institutional foundation.
Mr. Sonam Tobgay, Resident Principal (M.Com, Finance), joined in December 2025 with close to 20 years in education, more than ten of them as principal of government and private high schools. He oversees daily school and dormitory life.
Visit or apply
Parents are welcome to contact the school to learn more about life at THS.