Definitely a Brit/Aussie with a degree. I wouldn't want my kids learning that Yankie unclear drawling accent. The clue's in the name 'English language'
Yes but your name must be on the child's Birth Certificate to get the initial 90 days Non Imm O visa and you can't get the 1 year extension of stay unless you've been through the Court and got legal custody of your child. You can apply for the 60 days Thai dependant relatives extension of stay.