## **How to Report Illegal Educational Institutions in Phuket — A Step-by-Step Guide** [English](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/108/feedback-and-report) - [Thai](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/109/feedback-and-report) - [Arabic](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/110/feedback-and-report) - [Chinese](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/111/feedback-and-report) - [German](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/113/feedback-and-report) - [French](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/114/feedback-and-report) - [Hebrew](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/115/feedback-and-report) - [Japanese](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/116/feedback-and-report) - [Korean](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/117/feedback-and-report) - [Myanmar](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/118/feedback-and-report) - [Russian](https://nomnam.com/s/phuketschool/wiki/112/feedback-and-report) **To:** - Ministry of Education (MOE) - Department of Business Development (DBD) - Revenue Department (RD) - Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS – Bangkok) - Phuket Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS – Provincial Office) - Office of the Thai Ombudsman - Department of Special Investigation (DSI) - Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (ONACC and NACC) - Governor of Phuket Province - Phuket Provincial Police – Illegal Nursery and School Investigation Team - Phuket Provincial Education Administration Office (PPEAO) - Phuket Dhamrong Dhamma Center --- Illegal nurseries, kindergartens, language schools, and even full primary and secondary schools without proper licenses continue to operate in Phuket. These unlicensed operations often advertise themselves as “international schools” or “academies” without Ministry of Education (MOE) approval, risking the safety, education, and legal compliance of students, parents, and staff. This guide explains how you can **collect, preserve, and submit evidence** so authorities can take action — even if you choose to remain anonymous. --- ### **1. Collecting Key Information** When you find a suspected illegal institution, collect as much verifiable data as possible: - **Name of the institution** (as advertised) - **Full address** (including Google Maps location) - Open Google Maps, locate the institution, click on “Share” → “Copy link.” - The URL contains the **latitude and longitude** (e.g., `@7.880123,98.391234`). - **Contact details** (phone, email, website, social media links) - **Screenshots of advertisements** or posts showing the institution’s claims (e.g., calling itself an “international school” without a license) - **Photos of the premises** (if possible and safe) - **Licensing claims** (e.g., “International School License” shown on their website) - **Company registration details** - Search via DBD: [https://datawarehouse.dbd.go.th/](https://datawarehouse.dbd.go.th/) - **Archived versions of websites/social media** (for later proof if the content is deleted) - Use [https://archive.org/](https://archive.org/) or [https://archive.is/](https://archive.is/) Save everything in a document with **clickable links** so officers can open sources directly. --- ### **2. What Belongs in a Formal Report** A good report should be: - **Well-structured** — Officers prefer bullet points or numbered lists. - **Evidence-based** — Attach links, screenshots, or documents. - **Clear & concise** — Avoid speculation; focus on facts. - **Bilingual if possible** — Translate the entire report into Thai for officers with limited English. **Recommended Structure:** 1. **Introduction** — Who you are (or state that you are reporting anonymously) and why you are reporting. 2. **Summary of the case** — Short paragraph explaining what you found. 3. **Evidence table** — | Evidence Type | Details / Link | Date Collected | | ------------- | -------------- | -------------- | 4. **Attachments** — Screenshots, PDFs, maps, etc. 5. **Suggested Actions** — What you believe authorities should check (e.g., license verification, business registration). --- ### **3. Where to Submit Reports** | Office / Agency | Website / Contact | Notes | | --------------- | ----------------- | ----- | | **MOE Complaint Form** | [https://1579.moe.go.th/](https://1579.moe.go.th/) | Ministry of Education | | **OPEC (Private Education Commission)** | Email: สารบรรณ สช [saraban@opec.go.th](mailto:saraban@opec.go.th) <br>Complaint form: [https://opec.go.th/complaint](https://opec.go.th/complaint) | Official list of licensed schools: [https://school.opec.go.th/](https://school.opec.go.th/) | | **Revenue Department (Tax)** | [https://interapp61.rd.go.th/taxcomplain2/taxcomplain_landing/home.html](https://interapp61.rd.go.th/taxcomplain2/taxcomplain_landing/home.html) | Can report suspected tax evasion; they also notify other agencies. | | **DBD (Business Registration)** | [https://datawarehouse.dbd.go.th/](https://datawarehouse.dbd.go.th/) | Confirms company name, director, financial reports. | | **Thai Ombudsman** | [https://oic.ombudsman.go.th/](https://oic.ombudsman.go.th/) | Very responsive, can forward to all relevant agencies. | | **DSI (Department of Special Investigation)** | [https://register.dsi.go.th/](https://register.dsi.go.th/) | Handles larger, organized illegal operations. | | **NACC (Anti-Corruption)** | [https://www.nacc.go.th/allcomplaint](https://www.nacc.go.th/allcomplaint) | For cases involving corruption or government inaction. | | **Phuket Provincial Police** | Visit in person — 2-story building, left side of main station in Phuket Town. | Handles illegal nursery and illegal school investigations. | | **Phuket Dhamrong Dhamma Center** | Ask for Khun Kitty (speaks English) | Located in the New Phuket Provincial Hall. | | **Phuket Provincial Education Administration Office (PPEAO)** | Ask for Khun Dao, Khun Pluto (speaks English) <br>[http://122.155.196.41/phuket-private-school-diary/view_school_with_open_class_detail_list.php](http://122.155.196.41/phuket-private-school-diary/view_school_with_open_class_detail_list.php) | Oversees provincial education licensing. | | **Phuket Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS – Provincial Office)** | Ask for Khun (name TBD) <br>[https://lookerstudio.google.com/reporting/12fef717-88d0-48d3-86fc-88f0ff1628b4/page/38h3D](https://lookerstudio.google.com/reporting/12fef717-88d0-48d3-86fc-88f0ff1628b4/page/38h3D) | Oversees licensed nurseries and social services. | --- ### **4. Making the Report Usable for Thai Officers** Even if your original document is in English, **translate it into Thai** for easier processing. Recommended workflow: - Write in **simple English** (short sentences, clear terms). - Use **DeepSeek** or **ChatGPT** to translate the entire document into Thai. - Keep both versions side-by-side or in separate PDF files. --- ### **5. Additional Company & VAT Checks** Before submitting your report, you can check **if the institution’s company meets VAT registration requirements** and see who audits and files its financial reports: - **Check VAT registration:** [https://vsreg.rd.go.th/VATINFOWSWeb/jsp/V001.jsp](https://vsreg.rd.go.th/VATINFOWSWeb/jsp/V001.jsp) Enter the **13-digit company registration number**. If you don’t know it, look it up on the DBD Datawarehouse. - **Check yearly revenue:** On [https://datawarehouse.dbd.go.th/](https://datawarehouse.dbd.go.th/) you can see **total annual revenue** declared. If it is above **1.8 million THB**, the company must be registered for VAT. - **Check who filed the report:** [https://eservice.tfac.or.th/corporate_check/](https://eservice.tfac.or.th/corporate_check/) Shows the accountant responsible for submitting the financial report. - **Check the accountant’s office:** [https://eaccountant.dbd.go.th/accdbd_s5/accountant/office/member/search.html](https://eaccountant.dbd.go.th/accdbd_s5/accountant/office/member/search.html) Lists the accounting office that provided the financial data to the DBD. These checks help confirm whether a school is **operating legally, paying taxes correctly, and filing accurate reports**. --- ### **6. Why This Matters** Unlicensed schools often: - Operate without safety inspections. - Employ unqualified staff. - Avoid taxes and social security. - Offer misleading educational programs. - Endanger children’s welfare. By submitting accurate, well-documented reports, you help protect students, ensure fair competition for legal schools, and support law enforcement. --- ✅ For a regularly updated directory of licensed and unlicensed institutions in Phuket, visit: [https://nomnam.com](https://nomnam.com)