Why Choose Nakhon Pathom?

Nakhon Pathom is the coolest place you’ve never heard of, but not literally, it’s actually very warm. This small but mighty province is full of culture and history, the perfect place for someone looking for a new adventure.

Only a stone’s throw from the wonderful chaos of Bangkok but still maintaining a chilled and peaceful atmosphere, Nakhon Pathom has it all. There’s plenty to see within the province itself but being in the centre of the country means endless exploration is on the cards when those long weekends or holidays roll around.

Far from the traditional tourist trail, Nakhon Pathom has retained a strong sense of its roots. You really can’t find anywhere better to absorb Thai culture, get to know the locals, eat delicious food and maybe learn some of the language. You can start by visiting Wat Phra Pathom Chedi and Wat Samphran, two famous temples that take your breath away, that are visited by millions of Thais from across the country every year.

However, Nakhon Pathom is very much a modern city with everything you could possibly need. It’s full of friendly locals and adventurous foreigners who could be your new friends, it may be a small province but there aren’t many better places to call home. And if you are craving the beauty and chaos of Bangkok, the mega metropolis is only a short train ride or drive away. But first, let’s explore Nakhon Pathom. Maybe a night out on the town, drinking Thai whisky with the locals? Or a sunset walk through Phutthamonthon Park followed by a delicious dinner with your friends? Whatever lifestyle you choose, you can live it in Nakhon Pathom.

Location and Climate

Nakhon Pathom may be small, but it is in the centre of it all. It’s effectively a suburb of Bangkok without the traffic, and you’d struggle to find a more convenient location in the whole of Thailand. This means you can access the whole of the country, and Southeast Asia, within a matter of hours. A train to Bangkok is the quickest way to get there, taking just over an hour, then hop on a Grab bike taxi to take you to the airport and the adventure continues.

Although Nakhon Pathom cannot claim to have particularly stunning landscapes like other provinces such as the mountainous Phetchabun or Krabi with its beaches and incredible mogotes, Nakhon Pathom is still very beautiful. Generally flat with lots of vegetation, rivers, waterways and incredible wildlife, there is beauty to found there. And it’s even easier to enjoy with the fantastic Thai weather.

With the same three seasons as the rest of the region, Nakhon Pathom welcomes very different and extreme types of weather throughout the year. Rainy, hot and humid during the summer and early autumn months. ‘Cooler’ in winter but still hot during the day, a lot more comfortable in the evenings and at night. And extremely hot during spring, this is your chance to escape to the beach during the longest school holiday.

But regardless of the season, you will rarely need more than a t-shirt and some shorts as you explore all that Nakhon Pathom has to offer. And with it being so close to Bangkok, endless adventures await. All aboard a night train to Chiang Mai, to explore the Northern Thai culture and beautiful mountains. Or head to the airport for a plane down south to the sunny Phuket. Wherever you want to go, Nakhon Pathom is the best place to start.

Is Nakhon Pathom Right for You?

What makes Nakhon Pathom so special is that it has something for everyone, it really can morph and shape into whatever you want it to be. It isn’t a big city, that is true, but buzzing Bangkok only around an hour away. In Nakhon Pathom you have the power to enjoy the best of both worlds.

Nakhon Pathom is brimming with culture, so if you are someone who wants to explore how people in Thailand live their lives, look no further. It remains authentic whilst also offering all the Western amenities you could possibly need. But it does still have a somewhat slow and calm pace of life, if you can get along with that and enjoy Bangkok a few weekends every month, then Nakhon Pathom might be right for you.

Throw yourself headfirst into Thai culture, meet friendly locals, eat incredible food, live in a great location to explore Thailand and beyond. Make Nakhon Pathom your new home in 2025 and you won’t regret it.

5 Things to Do in Nakhon Pathom

Visit Thailand’s Film Museum

Relax at Sanam Chan Palace

Grab Dinner at the Market

Enjoy Wat Phra Pathom Chedi

Explore the magic of Wat Samphran

3 Must Try Foods in Nakhon Pathom

Steamed Curry Custard

Grilled River Prawns

Locally Grown Pomelo

School Life

Our partner in Nakhon Pathom is a distinguished international school who take pride in implementing the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) within a safe and nurturing environment. Beyond being a school, our partner is a community that values the uniqueness of each student. Their small size enables them to focus on cultivating the brilliance within every child, emphasizing the Common Core State Standards to foster quality global problem solvers.

Their teaching practices are both reflective and responsive to the needs of each and every student. Through diversified experiences and exploration, students discover their true potential and achieve readiness for success in future life. Our partner school has long been known for their welcoming and friendly atmosphere,  as well as their happy, caring, safe, and stimulating learning environment. And now you have the amazing opportunity to become part of their team.

Our partner school is offering a 12-month contract with paid holidays and a monthly salary starting at 40,000 Baht, with potential for more based on experience. Working hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with weekends off.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Thailand always seems cheap to those coming from the West, and this is no different in Nakhon Pathom. Living like a local by eating Thai food and shopping at markets won’t set you back more than £50 a week.

Spending more than £200 each month on rent and bills is a lot. The cost of WIFI, phone data and so on will not cost more than £30 each month. So budget £400-£500 a month will be more than enough in Nakhon Pathom providing you are spending mindfully and living like a local as much as possible, with some room for fun and travels too.

Salary

You can afford to live very comfortably with a starting monthly salary of just over £900 (40K Baht) in Nakhon Pathom. This is far more than the average Thai makes and even some of the teachers at the school. It may not get you far in the UK but is a very good wage in Thailand.

Paid holidays are also a big bonus of working in Nakhon Pathom, you can enjoy your travels with the peace of mind that your salary will still be coming your way. Possibly not enough to save big but absolutely enough to live a great quality of life and travel, your wage in Nakhon Pathom very good.