Term 3 - 23 May 2025

Matters of Principal

Whole School

OUTSTANDING EMPLOYER AWARD
We are delighted to have been nominated as one of three finalists for 'Outstanding Employer' in the BCCT Eastern Economic Corridor International Business Awards 2025. Mr and Dr Grindlay will attend the inaugural awards ceremony in Pattaya in June.

PREP MAD SUMMER FAIR
Following the huge success of last year's event, our amazing Summer Fair is returning. We invite you to join us for an afternoon packed with fun on Thursday, 26th June from 2pm in the Prep School. There will be a variety of stalls and activities including popcorn, classic fairground games and face painting. Coupons (25 baht each) will be available for purchase in advance from the RSTPA and Prep MAD Reps, who will be stationed at the Admin Building and entrance of our Pre-Prep in the week before the event. We look forward to seeing you there for this wonderful whole school event

NEW LANE ARRANGEMENT AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE
To help ease congestion during the morning drop-off period, we will be introducing a new traffic lane arrangement at the School's front entrance, effective as of Monday, 26th May.

Each morning, traffic cones will be strategically placed to separate lanes specifically for RST and the Wisdom Physical Therapy Clinic. If you are dropping off your child at RST, please ensure you use the left-hand lane. For all parents entering and exiting the premises, we kindly request that you follow the proper procedures as indicated.

This new system has been designed to significantly improve traffic flow and make the morning drop-off process smoother and safer for our entire School community. A visual guide illustrating these changes can be viewed in the photographs below.

SAVE THE DATE
We are excited to share that our annual Charity Golf Day is back for 2025. This popular event will be held on Sunday, 28th September so save the date in your diaries and look out for more information coming soon.

29th May:
Boarding Family Barbecue

30th May:
Half Term

FOBISIA EXECUTIVE MUSIC COMMITTEE
Our Whole School Coordinator of Music, Mrs Duncan, recently attended a FOBISIA Executive Music Committee meeting in Bangkok. She is honoured to represent our School on the committee for the third consecutive year, playing a crucial role in guiding and enhancing music education across FOBISIA schools. This collaboration strengthens our commitment to providing outstanding music programmes for our students and look forward to the Music Educators' Conference, which will be held in Vietnam later this year. 

Senior

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG - OPEN HOUSE
Students are invited to join an upcoming open house event with The University of Hong Kong (HKU). The interactive session will feature representatives from the HKU Admissions Office, insightful sharing from current faculty members and current students and is a fantastic opportunity to explore the campus and facilities at HKU.

• Date: Saturday 24th May
• Time: 13:30 - 17:00 (GMT +7 - Thailand Standard Time)
• Venue: Shangri-La Bangkok

To register, please click here.

STUDY IN JAPAN
If your child is interested in studying in Japan, join an upcoming virtual information session to introduce English language-based programmes at four of Japan's top universities.  

• Date: Saturday 24th May
• Time: 08:30 (Thailand Standard Time)
• Platform: Zoom

To register, please click here.

LE CORDON BLEU LONDON
Le Cordon Bleu London, on of the leading institutions for Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts, will be hosting a series of Virtual Open House sessions. All sessions will be hosted online, via Microsoft Teams with limited spaces available. To register, please click here. 

• Date: Wednesday, 28th May 2025

• Time: 1:00 PM BST

• Theme: Boulangerie
  
  

• Date: Wednesday, 18th June 2025

• Time: 1:00 PM BST

• Theme: Diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts: Cuisine

• Date: Wednesday, 23rd July 2025

• Time: 1:00 PM BST

• Theme: Diploma in Gastronomy, Nutrition and Food Trends
  

ROYAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY ESSAY COMPETITION
Students are invited to participate in the Royal Geographical Society 2025 School Essay Competition, in partnership with the Financial Times, to answer the following question:

What are the implications for different countries of international trade policies in the contemporary world? 

The deadline for essay submissions is Friday, 31st October. For more information, please click here.

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.

30th MAY:
Half term

CHARITY FUNDRAISER
Last Friday, our Levée committee successfully organised a fundraising charity event in memory of Pup, a cherished former student of our School who sadly passed away following a brain stroke. In tribute to Pup, the School community participated in a non-uniform day with a pink theme, his favourite colour.

Through the incredible generosity and support of our School community, this initiative successfully raised more than 31,000 baht. These funds will be donated to the Brain Stroke Centre at Chulalongkorn Hospital. This contribution will support vital ongoing research into brain stroke treatment and prevention, work that holds the potential to save lives in the future.

Pup left an incredible and lasting mark on all who knew him and will be dearly remembered and loved by his friends, family and the wider Rugby School community. May he rest in peace; he will never be forgotten.

For those who wish to make a donation, contributions are welcome via the QR code provided on the event poster.

SENIOR HOUSE TABLE TENNIS
Last week's Senior House Table Tennis competition proved to be a fantastic display of skill, spirited competition and strong House pride. Held over a busy lunchtime, the tournament featured an impressive 14 tables running simultaneously in an all-vs-all format. Students battled fiercely to earn valuable points for their respective Houses. The atmosphere was electric, with House mascots adding colour and energy to the event, and enthusiastic supporters filing in, choosing to spend their lunchtime fully immersed in the action. The event was a showcase of impressive participation levels, high energy and most importantly, widespread enjoyment. Results were as follows:

Girls' Houses:

1. Southfield

2. Rupert Brooke

3. Tudor

Boys' Houses:

1. School House

2. Town House

3. Sheriff

Prep

YEAR GROUP ASSEMBLIES
Last Friday, all students participated in their respective year group assemblies. These regular assemblies are a vital part of our School calendar, enabling us to address age-specific topics and engage directly with our students on important matters.

During last week's sessions, discussions focused on our student code of conduct, 'BE RST', and strategies for positively engaging with the final weeks of the academic term. We also took the opportunity to celebrate various student achievements, acknowledging their hard work and dedication.

Thank you to our highly committed Heads of Year for their effort in organising these valuable assemblies.

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SCHOOL BAGS
We would like to politely remind all families that students are requested to use only the official School-branded rucksack, PE bag and swimming bag. To maintain consistency and uphold our School's identity, students are kindly asked to leave other branded bags at home, with the exception of a small tote bag, which may be used for carrying personal items around the School. Thank you for your cooperation. 

BATTLE OF THE BANDS
We invite all musicians to participate in Battle of the Bands 2025. This event offers a prime opportunity to perform live in the Blackbox Theatre on Wednesday, 25th June during activity time. It is an excellent platform to showcase talent and network with fellow musicians. Kindly note that only one band member is required to register via this link by Friday, 6th June. 

24th MAY:
U11 Touch Rugby BISA Tournament (at Harrow)
U13 Touch Rugby BISA Tournament (at Harrow)
U13 Football Invitational (at RST)

25th MAY:
8:30 - 17:30 - RST Rock Climbing Trip to Bangkok

27th - 31st MAY:
FOBISIA Games

27th MAY:
8:15 - 9:00 - Parent Presentation for Year 7 Parents: Moving to Year 8 (Veraphan Theatre)

29th MAY:
8:15 - 9:00 - Parent Presentation for Year 5 Parents: Moving to Year 6 (Veraphan Theatre)

30th MAY - 3rd JUNE:
School closed for Half Term

4th - 6th JUNE:
Year 7 and 8 Exam Week
Year 3 - 6 Assessments
LAMDA Assessments

#WHYYOUMATTER
We are passionate about building a community where every student feels valued, respected and empowered. This is exemplified by our Prep School's recent participation in the global #WhyYouMatter project. This fantastic initiative, which empowers students to celebrate their unique identities and embrace self-love, also aligns perfectly with our School ethos, 'The Whole Person, The Whole Point'.

Here, you can see our Year 3 students proudly participating, telling us why they each matter.

Pre-Prep

FAREWELL
We will be saying goodbye to two staff members in the Summer as they move on to pastures new; Miss Debbie and Miss Naomi.

Miss Debbie joined us in August 2020 as Head of Reception and after navigating the unique challenges of the pandemic, she settled in and poured her energy into her passion for Maths. Throughout her time with us, Miss Debbie has made a huge impact in our Pre-Prep School, greatly enriching the learning experiences for our students, staff and parents in this area. Our Reception year group has especially benefited from her wonderful knowledge and expertise and we wish her all the best as she embarks on a new chapter teaching Year 5 students at a school in Bangkok.

Miss Naomi joined us during the COVID pandemic and spent her early months teaching online. When our School reopened, we were truly fortunate to draw upon her fantastic knowledge of continuous provision in Year 1. She has made a huge impact, helping us to really transform the learning environment. Our beautiful natural resources and calm learning spaces are now well-established, a true reflection of Miss Naomi’s Early Years knowledge and experience. We wish her all the best as she moves on to an exciting new challenge as Foundation and KS1 Phase Leader in Malaysia. 

PRE-NURSERY TO NURSERY TRANSITION
On Tuesday, 17th June we will have our 'Moving Up Morning' where the children will visit Nursery and meet some of the Nursery teaching team.

On Wednesday, 10th September parents are invited to our Nursery curriculum meeting at 8.30am. This is an opportunity to meet your child's teacher and learn more about the curriculum.

You will receive a letter shortly informing you of the new teaching teams. 

NURSERY TO RECEPTION TRANSITION
On Tuesday, 17th June we will have our 'Moving Up Morning' where the children will visit Reception and meet some of the Reception teaching team. There will also be other opportunities for the children to visit the dining room throughout the final half term. 

We also offer a parent workshop to discuss the changes during this transition from Nursery to Reception. This will take place on Wednesday, 18th June at 8.30am.

On Thursday, 4th September parents are invited to our Reception curriculum meetings at 8.30am which will take place in your child's classroom. This is an opportunity to meet their teacher and learn more about the curriculum.

RECEPTION TO YEAR 1 TRANSITION
On Tuesday, 17th June we will have our 'Moving Up Morning' where the children will visit Year 1 and meet some of the Year 1 teaching team. 

We also offer a parent workshop to discuss the changes during this transition from Reception to Year 1. This will take place on Wednesday, 4th June at 8.30am.

On Wednesday, 3rd September parents are invited to our Year 1 curriculum meetings at 8.30am which will take place in your child's classroom. This is an opportunity to meet their teacher and learn more about the curriculum.

YEAR 1 TO YEAR 2 TRANSITION
On Tuesday, 17th June we will have our 'Moving Up Morning' where the children will visit Year 2 and meet some of the Year 2 teaching team. 

On Tuesday, 2nd September parents are invited to our Year 2 curriculum meetings at 8.30am which will take place in your child's classroom. This is an opportunity to meet their teacher and learn more about the curriculum.

You will receive a letter shortly informing you of the new teaching teams. 

YEAR 2 TO YEAR 3 TRANSITION
This is a much bigger change for the children and we have many events to aid the transition process, some of which have already taken place. This term our topics and 'Whole Me' programme have focused on a range of important areas to support them as they move into the Prep School. The students have been exploring:

• Emotional and Social Development: Feelings, worries, things they are looking forward to, identifying trusted adults for help and building positive friendships.

• Practical Life Skills and Independence: Tying shoelaces, wearing a tie, fastening buttons and promoting overall independence.

Other events include:

Friday, 6th June - Year 2 will go to the Prep School to meet their buddies and experience playtime and snack time together. Year 8 Leaders will then take our Year 2 students on a tour of the Prep School.

Wednesday, 11th June - Year 2 Parents are invited to join a workshop focusing on the transition to Year 3 which will be led by Miss Sarah. The Head of our Prep School, Mrs Howell, will also join to introduce herself. 

Friday, 17th June - This will be the 'Move Up Morning' for our Year 2 students and parents. It will include an assembly and a presentation to parents led by Mrs Howell and Miss Barnes (Head of Year 3).

27th MAY:
Computing Big Talk - oversharing and staying safe online - 8:30am 

28th MAY:
Year 1 class Assembly - Flamingos and Turtles

30th MAY - 3rd JUNE:
Half Term 

4th JUNE - 5th JUNE:
Reception visit the OEC

4th JUNE:
Hand to Hand visit Pre-Prep for PE and Swimming

4th JUNE:
Reception to Year 1 transition meeting - 8:30am Assembly hall with Miss Sarah (open to current Reception parents)

6th JUNE:
Year 2 Swimming Gala - CGA pool 1:30-3:00pm 

COME AND SEE - MATHS FOCUS
Last week, we proudly hosted our final 'Come and See' event of the academic year, welcoming parents into classrooms to experience the remarkable Maths learning and engaging play that has been happening this term. Our EYFS children enthusiastically showcased their 'WOW books' to parents, while the KS1 children busily taught them about mathematical concepts through a variety of exciting games and challenges. Thank you to all the parents who attended this Come and See; we look forward to welcoming you again in the new term. 

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YEAR 1 SHARKS AND DUCKS CLASS ASSEMBLY
Our Year 1 Sharks and Ducks classes shared their recent learning to a hall full of parents on Wednesday. It was an incredible demonstration and celebration of their understanding of animal groups, with all students confidently and proudly sharing their knowledge. The stage was filled with 'Go for it- Gorillas' and the seats with 'Proud Peacock' families.

The children shared a wealth of facts and information on the various vertebrate groups, showcasing their knowledge and understanding. Their hard work and enthusiasm shone through and to top off a wonderful show, the assembly concluded with a fun and memorable song about a green anaconda, leaving everyone entertained and impressed.

A huge well done to all of the children in Sharks and Ducks classes for their brilliant performance and, as always, thank you to all the families who came to support them.

YEAR 2 SPANISH - EXPLORING FAMILY VOCABULARY
Our Year 2 students have been making wonderful progress in their Spanish lessons, focusing on vocabulary related to family members. They have now confidently begun to use this new vocabulary in full sentences, presenting their families using the sentence structure "This is my...".

Thank you so much for all the lovely pictures - everyone was very excited to see them during the presentations.

The students presenting demonstrated a brilliant 'Go for it Gorilla' attitude when speaking Spanish and the rest of the class showcased their 'Listening Ears' beautifully. The event was a huge success and we would like to extend our thanks to students and parents for the a fantastic level of engagement.

For those who would still like to contribute, please feel free to send in a picture of your family – we will be continuing this engaging topic for one more week.

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Sport and Enrichment

SPORTS UPDATE

Another busy weekend of sports for our students who attended seven different events. Our students continue to demonstrate their dedication and enthusiasm, securing commendable results and acquiring invaluable sporting experience.

U13 BISA Badminton Tournament at Shrewsbury
Our Year 7 and 8 students travelled to Shrewsbury to compete against top players from seven BISA schools in Bangkok. The competition proved intense, with our students fighting hard in every fixture. This valuable experience saw the boys' team secure a commendable 4th place, while the girls' team finished in 6th.

U15 BISA Badminton Tournament at King's College
In another challenging BISA tournament, our U15 badminton players delivered a great effort. The boys' team secured a respectable 5th place and the girls' team finished 6th within a very competitive field. Our students truly rose to the challenge, further developing their skills and gaining significant experience from these high-level contests.

Swimming Gala at Bangkok Prep 
Our Swim Team delivered an exceptional performance at the recent Bulldog Dash 2025, with a strong team of 28 swimmers participating in this mid-term benchmark competition. The results were incredibly positive, with many of our swimmers achieving victories in their respective heats along with several personal best times. The abundance of smiles and satisfaction on their faces highlighted the team's overall success.

Highlights included:

• Medal recipients - Arika (Year 4), Fred (Year 5), Landon (Year 5), Jamie (Year 7) and Leander (Year 10)
• 1st Place Age Group Highest Point Trophy - Landon (Year 5)

U11 T-Ball Tournament at Bangkok Patana School 
This tournament provided an excellent opportunity to prepare for the upcoming FOBISIA Games. Throughout the event, one of our teams demonstrated exceptional teamwork and skill development, remaining undefeated in all their matches.

U11 Mini Volleyball Tournament at Bangkok Patana School 
Volleyball continues to gain significant popularity at our School, and this festival-style format of the event ensured plenty of playing time for all participants. Our teams performed exceptionally well, with one team winning all of their matches. This tournament provided our students with invaluable game experience, further enhancing their developing volleyball skills.

U15 Football Friendly v Wisdom Academy
Our U15 football teams recently participated in an organised friendly match against Wisdom Academy held at our School. This fixture provided valuable out-of-season match practice, offering an excellent opportunity for players to continue honing their skills and further building team cohesion.

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Upcoming Sports Fixtures

20th May - U14 football v MIS (at RST)

21st May - U14 basketball v MIS (at RST)

22nd May - U13 badminton v MIS (at RST)

23rd May - U15 volleyball v MIS (at RST)

24th May:

- U13 football tournament (at RST)

- Golf team scramble (at Pattana Sports Resort)

- U11, U13 and U15 Touch Rugby tournament (at Harrow)

Boarding Life

BARBECUE FOR BOARDING FAMILIES
On Thursday, 29th May we are hosting a barbecue for all boarding families - a delicious meal to send everyone off on their half term break. It will begin after pick-up, from 5pm outside the Prep School Dining Hall, and is an excellent opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow boarding families and Houseparents. We hope to see lots of our boarding families there.

Please RSVP using this link. 

Community Events

FOREST SCHOOL TRAINING
We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting Forest School training (Levels 1, 2 and 3) this August, led by the esteemed Sarah Blackwell and her expert team. This training will offer invaluable insights and practical skills whether you are just beginning to explore the enriching principles of Forest School or are a seasoned practitioner seeking to deepen your expertise. Level 1 is a one-day introductory course, while Levels 2 and 3 are in-depth five-day programmes. Participants will gain practical skills and knowledge essential for establishing and leading successful Forest School initiatives. For full details and registration information, please contact napattra@rugbyschool.ac.th or scan the QR code on the below poster.

YOGA AT CENTRAL MARINA
The RST community has an offer to join a free yoga class by Balance Yoga Pattaya at Central Marina Shopping Mall until 21st June, every Saturday from 1:30-2:30 PM. This offer is open to students, staff and parents. Attendees must register in advance using the QR code below and bring their own yoga mat.

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