Rachel Keys | Head of School
Prem Tinsulanonda International School

Rachel Keys, originally from the UK is currently the Head of School at Prem International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Her career in education began in the classroom as a teacher of English Literature and Drama, before expanding into pastoral and wellbeing leadership roles. Over the years, her work with young people has taken her across the globe — from China and Oman to Switzerland, Australia and New Zealand, Germany, Italy, and Monaco — giving her a deeply international perspective.

Rachel has spent much of her career within the IB curriculum, working in both day and boarding schools, and holds an MA in International Education as well as the NPQEL in Extended Leadership. She is passionate about fostering inclusive, supportive school communities where students can thrive academically and personally.

Outside of her professional role, Rachel is also a parent of two children — one grown and one still a teenager, which means that life is always interesting!