3.1 Administration and Management of Education by
the State
Education in Thailand is administered and managed by the
government through central agencies, through educational service
areas, and by educational institutions.
3.1.1 Administration at the Central Level
In accordance with the amendments of the National
Education Act, the Ministry of Education is responsible for: promoting
and overseeing all levels and types of education; formulating policies,
plans and standards; mobilising resources for education; promoting
and co-ordinating religious affairs, arts, culture, and sports relating
to education; and monitoring, inspecting and evaluating educational