Term 2 - 13 March 2025

Matters of Principal

Whole School

SPRING GALA
Our Spring Gala is on the horizon and promises to be a beautiful evening of music from some of our most talented students. Tickets will be available at Senior School Reception. First release will be for the families of performers on Thursday, 20th and Friday, 21st March with general release tickets to follow in the week commencing 24th March.

SONGKRAN CELEBRATIONS 2025
Join us on Friday, 4th April, as we celebrate Songkran with a special theme: สงกรานต์เคบายา: ชุม่ ฉ่ําชนใจ มรดกไทย มรดกโลก – Splashes of Joy, Threads of Heritage. This year, we honour the Kebaya, a traditional garment that reflects the shared cultural heritage of Southeast Asia and was recently inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Students, staff and parents are encouraged to dress in Thai Southern-style attire (Kebaya and Batik - เคบายา & ปาเตะ๊) or a Songkran floral shirt to embrace the spirit of the festival. The day will be filled with traditional performances, a fashion show, almsgiving and of course, the much-anticipated water play. Let’s come together to celebrate this joyous occasion, appreciate our rich traditions and make lasting memories. We can't wait to see you there.

Please see the below posters for each School for more information. 

ANNUAL RICE CHALLENGE
The time has come again for our Annual Rice Challenge! We will be collecting rice for the Hand to Hand Foundation - a local charity based in Pattaya helping underprivileged people in our community that are entrapped by poverty and abuse. 

This Whole School project encourages you to take part by sponsoring a bag of rice for your child to bring to School - the rice will then be donated to Hand to Hand who will distribute it all over Thailand. The rice will be collected outside the front gate of each School and of course there will be some friendly competition to see which School can collect the most rice. 

We are grateful to have a long-standing relationship with the Hand to Hand Foundation, having worked with them since 2018. We invite the children from their foundation to join us each Children’s Day and we regularly collect items for their communities. We thank our RST community for your continuous support with the Hand to Hand Foundation over the years. 

More information on the rice challenge can be found in the below poster. 

SCHOOL CLOSED FOR EXEAT
School will be closed for Exeat on Friday, 14th March and will reopen on Monday, 17th March. 

MANDARIN CURRICULUM WORKSHOP
The Mandarin Curriculum Workshop will take place in the Veraphan Theatre on Monday, 17th March at 08:15 and will be delivered in Chinese language only.

RSTPA COOKING CLASS
The next session of our RSTPA Cooking Class exploring flavours from France, will now take place on Monday, 24th March.

There will be a small fee of 300 THB per session to cover the costs of ingredients and you will need to bring some empty containers to take your food away. We have a maximum of 24 places, so if you are interested please reserve your place by contacting: irbis2002@bk.ru / Line: Helen Cool / 0907694661.

INSIGHTS FROM DR ANDY SCHILLINGER
We were delighted to welcome Dr Andy Schillinger, a leading sports physiotherapist with over 25 years of experience working with elite athletes, including the German Bundesliga and the Thai National Team. His engaging lecture provided valuable insights into injury prevention, recovery and peak performance strategies - critical knowledge for student-athletes striving to balance intense training schedules with academic commitments and personal well-being.

Read more about his engaging visit in our latest blog. 

For those who were unable to attend the lecture, a recording is available to watch on our School YouTube channel.

Senior

PADEL CLUB
We are excited to introduce the RST Padel Club and the story of the world’s fastest growing racquet sport. Every Monday afternoon, Pattaya Padel hosts our group of padel players with each session involving expert coaching and development of padel skills with time allocated for matches in pairs.

Padel is now played by more than 30-million players worldwide, and has been playfully referred to as tennis’ rebellious younger sibling and as demonstrated by our new group of Prep and Senior players, Padel is a simpler, easier-to-learn version of tennis. All our players have gone from ‘novice’ to competent and confident in only four sessions. Padel is on offer in the Block 4 Activities period, from 21st April to 27th June.   

CLIMBING CLUB
Our Climbing Club has been going from strength to strength with climbers showing fantastic progress. Students who have been with the club since the beginning of the year are learning to belay each other, developing excellent confidence, trust and skills.
Students in Year 7 to 13 are able to sign up and join the Climbing Club in the Block 4 Activities and have the chance to experience climbing in a fun, supportive environment.

Click here to watch some Climbing Club highlights from Block 3. 

A GUIDE TO KOREAN UNIVERSITIES - PARENT SESSION
Following on from Mr Threlfall's visit to Korea in February, we are excited to host this workshop for parents to find out more about the Korean University applications process. Please see the below poster for more information. 

FUTURE PATHWAYS - LECTURE SERIES
On Thursday, 3rd April, we will be joined by the University of Chicago to learn more about applying to highly selective colleges in the US. Please see the below poster for more information.

FUTURE PATHWAYS - UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
We invite students and parents to join us on Thursday, 24th April, when we will be joined by Dr Kamran Yunus, Admissions Tutor at Downing College, University of Cambridge for our next Future Pathways lecture. 

HIGHER EDUCATION EVENTS
Our Higher Education team has compiled a list of the most relevant university events for the coming months, including open days and webinars, which you can view here.

14th MARCH:
School closed for Exeat

20th MARCH:
PSAT Exam

28th MARCH:
Parent Teacher Meeting: E Block

UK AND CANADA UNIVERSITY FAIR
Last week, senior students and parents had the opportunity to meet representatives from a diverse range of UK and Canadian universities. The event provided insights into degree, foundation and international year one programmes, as well as entry requirements and student life, helping students make informed decisions about their future. A key highlight was a seminar led by Nottingham Trent University, offering expert guidance on the new UCAS personal statement format. Students gained top tips on how to craft compelling applications under the updated system. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the institutions who participated in the event, including SI-UK for providing this valuable opportunity for our students. We appreciate the support in helping our students explore their higher education options.

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BRIGHTON COLLEGE MEDICAL CONFERENCE
Last week, 13 of our aspiring medical students had the incredible opportunity to attend the Brighton College Medical Conference in Bangkok. The event provided students with valuable insights into the medical and dental application process, with hands-on learning experiences and expert guidance.

The conference opened with an inspiring keynote address by Dr Andy Schillinger, a leading rehabilitation expert and former physiotherapist for the Thai National Football Team. Students then rotated through four interactive stations designed to deepen their understanding of the medical admissions process:

• MMI (Multiple Mini Interviews): Engaging in various real-world scenarios, students explored key topics, including "Why Study Medicine/Dentistry?"
• Portfolio Review: Learning what makes a strong portfolio and personal statement, with specific insights into Thai university applications.
• Ethics Scenarios: Discussing ethical dilemmas and decision-making in the medical field.
• UK University Applications: Understanding admissions requirements, opportunities and essential components like the UCAT, research, and personal statement writing.

We extend our sincere thanks to Brighton College for hosting this fantastic event.

This is just one of the many Pathway opportunities available to our students, including internships, career talks and workshops, helping them explore their passions and prepare for their future careers.

Prep

SONGKRAN HOUSE COMPETITION
As part of our Songkran Festival celebrations, students are invited to take part in The Ultimate Tom Yum Challenge, honouring Tom Yum Kung’s recognition as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2024.

Year 3-8 Individual/Group Competition (13th-25th March)
Students can showcase their cooking skills by creating a 2-4 minute video demonstrating how they prepare Tom Yum in a creative and engaging way.

Year 7-8 House Representative Challenge (25th March)
Each House will send a team of 4-6 students to compete in a live cooking challenge. Teams will be judged on flavour, technique and presentation in both Thai and English.

Students can win a selection of prizes including certificates, House points and the coveted title of the best Tom Yum chef. Winners will be announced at the Prize Award Ceremony on 4th April.

We encourage all students to take part in this fun and exciting competition to find out which House will create the ultimate Tom Yum - let the cooking begin!

ELEVATE STUDY SKILLS
Next term, we will welcome a company called Elevate Education to Rugby School Thailand. They will provide a Study Skills Workshop for our Year 7 and 8 students and will also present a session to our Year 7 and 8 parents. The date has not yet been confirmed but parents can stay up-to-date through our Rugby Post newsletter. 
In the meantime, feel free to join their Parent Webinar Series which runs fortnightly throughout term time. Upcoming webinars and registration can be found at this link here.   

MUSIC RECITAL
On Wednesday, 19th March we will see our next series of Prep Music Recitals. There will be three recitals taking place in the Veraphan theatre across the day. Parents are most welcome to come and listen to the students perform. Please see the performers names and their performance times on the poster below. Further details have been sent to each performer's parents via email. 

CHOIR CONCERT
The Pre-Prep Singing group, Year 3-5 choir, Year 6-8 choir and Chorale proudly present an afternoon of choral music on Thursday, 20th March in the Veraphan Theatre from 17:15 - 18:00. Please come along to enjoy the amazing singing that is happening at RST. Note that all students will need to be in their formal uniform for this concert. We look forward to seeing you there.

14th MARCH:
School closed for Exeat

15th-16th MARCH:
BMAC Swimming Championships at BPS

17th MARCH:
08:15-09:15: Mandarin Curriculum Workshop in the Veraphan Theatre (delivered in Chinese language only)

18th MARCH:
U13 Golf at Bangkok Patana
14:30-17:30: Year 5 Parent Teacher Meetings (online or in the Senior Dining Hall)

19th MARCH:
Music Recital in the Veraphan Theatre

20th MARCH:
08:10-09:10: RSTPA Book Club in the Prep Library
17:15-18:00: Prep Choral Concert in the Veraphan Theatre

21st MARCH:
U11 FOBISIA Basketball Tournament (home)
13:30-15:30: RSTPA Full Committee Meeting (please send one representative)
14:30-17:30: Year 5 Parent Teacher Meetings in the Senior Dining Hall
15:30: Year 6 Sleepover at Marshall Boarding House

22nd MARCH:
U11 FOBISIA Basketball Tournament (home)
U11 Touch Rugby BISA Tournament (away)

WEBB ELLIS CRYPTO CHALLENGE
The Webb Ellis Crypto Challenge final saw our top Year 7 and Year 8 codebreakers from each House battle it out. The challenge was tough, with clues costing precious time and ultimately, no team managed to unlock all the codes to reach the coveted "case of goodies." However, the competition was fierce, with places awarded based on the number of codes cracked: Arnold secured a commendable third place, Hardy took a close second and the Webb Ellis team emerged victorious, claiming first place. A huge thank you to the Webb Ellis House Captains and helpers for their excellent organisation of the event. The excitement continues next week with the Year 3/4 and Year 5/6 finals.

Pre-Prep

STEAM WEEK
Our children have had an exciting and educational experience during our STEAM Week, where they engaged in a series of fun, hands-on activities focused on three important Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Clean Our Seas, Love Nature and Healthy Eating. Throughout the week, students learnt about the impact of pollution on our oceans, the importance of protecting our environment and how to make healthier food choices. It was a week of creativity, learning and making a positive impact on our planet. 

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SAFE DRIVING ON SITE
A polite reminder that speeding within the School grounds is not permitted. This is to ensure the safety of the children and adults coming to and from School. Your cooperation is appreciated. 

ACTIVITIES IN PRE-PREP
Activities in Pre-Prep are a key part of our awareness of 'The Whole Person, The Whole Point', and are therefore a time for our children to learn and develop interests in areas beyond our academic curriculum. Parents from Reception and KS1 are invited to join us for our first activity 'Come and See' on Wednesday, 19th March from 16:10 - 16:40, to allow you to see our activity programme in action. Here are some highlights from this week's activities to give an idea of what the children will be doing.

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14th MARCH:
School closed for Exeat

19th MARCH:
Nursery Reading Workshop for Nursery parents 8:30am 
Activity Come and See session- doors open at 4:10 to 4:40pm 

26th MARCH:
Spring Show 1 : 9:00am Rabbits, Butterflies, Zebras, Foxes, Lions

28th MARCH:
Spring Show 2 : 9:00am Fish, Elephants, Monkeys, Geckos, Toucans

31st MARCH - 3rd APRIL:
Photos at Pre-Prep, individual and family slots available 

1st APRIL:
Term 2 Reports 

4th APRIL:
Songkran Celebrations - children to bring swimming clothes, goggles, small water gun and towel

4th APRIL:
End of Term - School finishes at 3:15pm

PATTAYA SHEEP FARM VISIT
Our Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception children were delighted by the visit of Pattaya Sheep Farm, who brought a range of farm animals to Ruby's garden for a joyful and fun-filled morning. Following on from their book-week learning, the farm visit gave our children the chance to have lots of fun feeding the rabbits and baby pigs. They even witnessed a real-life race between a tortoise and a rabbit. Thank you to Pattaya Sheep Farm for the wonderful experience.

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Boarding Life

As always, our boarders enjoyed a delightful barbecue ahead of the Exeat, a much-loved tradition that we all look forward to with tasty food and good company! 

Sport and Enrichment

It was another busy weekend of sport here at RST, many thanks to those who joined us to cheer on our Lightning teams over the weekend.

BISA Swimming
This event was another showcase of our amazing swimming pools and brought together the top schools from Bangkok for the BISA Swim Meet 2025. Our RST Lightning swimmers were again in great form, finishing as the 3rd top team, which was our best ever finish overall in swimming. We also took the top position in the 11-12 years boys category by a brilliant 200 points.

Mid Season Football Invitationals (U12 and U14)
There was plenty of football on our fields too and lots of goals. Our boys had an excellent day as they went unbeaten to take the top spot in their respective tournaments. The girls were paired with the strong competition Wisdom Academy Team but came away 3rd (U12) and 2nd (U14). 

Bulldogs Invitational Football (U11)
We also had our U11s over in Bangkok where both boys and girls teams took on some of the best from Bangkok and played some great football finishing middle of the pack in their tournaments. 

Mid Season Softball (U18)
Our newest sport continues to grow and a very talented group headed to Bangkok for their first U18 tournament. The boys acquitted themselves well, especially as they were against more experienced teams, winning one and losing two. There was so much learnt and we can already see huge potential for the future.

Mid Season Badminton (U11 and U18)
Our badminton team also made their season debut, with Coach Joe leading the U18s. They played some great matches as we progress towards this being a more regular sport at RST. Our U11s, many of whom were representing the School for the very first time, played incredibly well and learnt a lot against some very strong competition. 

U18 Helios 10s Rugby
Our Senior boys were back in action, this time against some of the top clubs from across the country, including a fantastic game against the National Champion School. The boys found the level tough but also had the opportunity to see what they need to aim for. 

With more than 150 students in action over the weekend, we are so proud of what they achieved (with a few missing for Scholarship assessments too). There was plenty of opportunity to play and we would like to extend a big thank you to all the staff who are making this possible.

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Community Events

SPRING CAMP
We are getting closer and closer to our Spring Camp which takes place from the 6th - 11th April 2025.  If you missed out on our early bird offer there is no need to worry as we still have an exclusive 10% discount for RST families! For more information and to register, please see the below poster. Our new camp website is also live so click here to learn more. 

WSA CAMPS
Join the Wisdom Sports Camp and train with professional international coaches - all abilities are welcome to join so no experience is needed. There is limited availability so if you would like your child to take part, sign up now. Contact details to register are below.
Call: 099 289 6454
LINE: @wisdomsports

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