Term 3 - 13 June 2025

Matters of Principal

Whole School

ROAD SAFETY NOTICE: SPEED LIMIT AND ZEBRA CROSSINGS
Due to high traffic volumes during School arrival and dismissal times - and the large number of students crossing the roads - we kindly remind all drivers to strictly adhere to the School speed limit of no more than 25 km/h within the School grounds.

For the safety of all our students, please observe the speed limit at all times and avoid parking on or near zebra crossings. We also ask all pedestrians to use the designated crosswalks, which help alert drivers to slow down and remain cautious.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated in helping us maintain a safe and secure environment for everyone.

BUS SERVICES
At our School, the safety and convenience of our students are paramount. We partner with Montri Transportation Co. Ltd., a highly reputable service dedicated to safely transporting international school students. This excellent bus service is available for our students and is designed to make your daily routine smoother and more efficient. 

Our bus service offers a variety of options to suit your family's schedule:

• Daily Round Trips: Convenient pick-up and drop-off to and from your home.

• Daily One-Way Trips: Flexibility for those needing transport one way.

We currently cover extensive areas including North Pattaya, Bang Lamung, Nong Prue, Nong Pla Lai, Naklua, Sri Racha, South Pattaya and Thepprasit. While we have established routes (click here to view), we understand that flexibility is key. Should you require changes to your morning or afternoon arrangements, these can often be accommodated with sufficient notice.

Each bus journey is supervised by a dedicated Bus Monitor, and all vehicles are equipped with air conditioning, first aid kits, safety belts for every seat, fire extinguishers and emergency safety hammers, ensuring a secure and comfortable journey.

To find out more about our bus service, discuss routes or apply for services, please do not hesitate to contact our transport team using: rst-transport@rugbyschool.ac.th

CHARITY GOLF DAY 2025
We are thrilled to announce that our Charity Golf Day is back and we would love to see you on the course again, or perhaps as a valued sponsor.

Date: Sunday, 28th September 2025

Tee Time: 12:30pm

Venue: Siam Country Club Waterside, Pattaya

Cost: 5,800 THB per golfer (Includes green fee, caddy and cart fees, dinner and prizes)

Format: Texas Scramble

All proceeds will be donated to an RST Student chosen Charity.

The event is open to all of the RST community and friends of all ages and levels.

To find out more or register, please click here. 

E-WASTE DRIVE
In collaboration with AIS, our School Eco Team have created e-waste collection points, providing our community with a convenient and responsible way to dispose of electronic waste. This initiative underpins our commitment to environmental stewardship and building a sustainable future.

Electronic waste, or e-waste, contains various materials, some of which can be harmful if not disposed of correctly. By participating in our e-waste drive, you help to:

• Prevent Pollution: Safely collecting and recycling electronics prevents hazardous materials like lead and mercury from accumulating in landfills and harming our environment.

• Promote Resource Efficiency: Many components from old devices can be reused or repurposed, reducing the need for new raw materials and the energy intensive processes required to extract them.

Our e-waste collection drive will continue to run until the end of Term 3, with collection boxes conveniently placed in the Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior Schools. 

Accepted e-Waste Items include; power banks, mobile phones, tablets, batteries, charging cables and earphones.

Before depositing any electronic waste that may contain personal data, please ensure you have removed all sensitive information. Remember - your data, your responsibility.

Collection Points:

• Senior School: At reception with Khun Song and Khun Jason

• Prep School: In the main entrance area

• Pre-Prep School: In the main entrance area

CAREERS AND FUTURE PATHWAYS MONTH - JUNE 2025
18th June – Skills for 21st Century Careers (D Block & LXX)
Under the theme “Climate Innovators”, our new 2025–26 Sixth Form cohort will tackle real-world global challenges through teamwork, creativity, communication and critical thinking. A highlight of the day will be a thought-provoking lecture from the University of Cambridge on how to approach and tackle big questions – encouraging students to think deeply, critically and ambitiously about the issues shaping our world.

In addition, LXX students will showcase their supra-curricular activities, demonstrating how academic curiosity beyond the classroom can enhance personal development and strengthen university applications. This inspirational sharing will help D Block students see the value of proactive, purpose-driven engagement in their own future pathways.

19th and 20th June – Kickstart Programme (LXX)
This two-day higher education workshop equips students with the tools, knowledge and inspiration needed for university success. Highlights include expert-led talks, virtual taster lectures from global universities and time to develop individual summer action plans, ready to begin their application journeys in their XX year.

RSTPA COOKING CLASS
The next cooking class will be from our Australian experts on Friday, 20th June from 08:15am to 10:30am. There will be a small fee of 300 THB per session to cover the costs of ingredients and please bring some empty containers to take your food away. A polite reminder that we have limited space of 24 places, so if you would like to join, please contact Helen: irbis2002@bk.ru / Line: Helen Cool / 0907694661.

20th June:
RSTPA Cooking Class - 8:15am - 10:30am

26th JUNE:
RSTMAD Prep Summer Fair

LANGUAGE TEACHERS FOR A DAY
Our Year 9 Spanish students visited the Prep School to lead a revision session for Year 4. Demonstrating impressive initiative and leadership skills, the Year 9 students independently created their own revision resources and expertly facilitated a variety of interactive activities. This not only showcased their excellent Spanish language skills but also their ability to inspire and guide younger learners. Our Year 4 students thoroughly enjoyed the experience and worked brilliantly as a team - a great example of whole-school collaboration.

Senior

THE RUGBY BALL
Our XX and LXX students are very much looking forward to this year's Rugby Ball. A wonderful celebration that will also be attended by many of our fantastic staff members. 

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.

20th JUNE:
Graduation Ceremony and Dinner

21st JUNE:
Senior Speech Day

26th JUNE:
The Rugby Ball

LXX CELEBRATION - END OF EXAMS
We are delighted to announce the successful completion of the demanding exam season for our dedicated LXX students. This period has seen them demonstrate exceptional resilience, unwavering focus, and commendable spirit, and we extend our deepest congratulations to each and every one of them.

To mark this milestone and celebrate their hard work, our wonderful tutor team organised a lovely surprise, treating the students to a well-deserved selection of doughnuts. It was a moment of sweet relief and collective pride for both students and staff.

With just two and a half weeks remaining until the summer break, our Year 12s can now look forward to a period of relaxation and rejuvenation. We look forward to their return in the new academic year, ready to embark on their final year with renewed energy, determination and a fresh drive for continued success.

Prep

NEW HOUSE MASCOTS
We are thrilled to unveil the new mascots for our Prep School Houses. Each mascot has been carefully chosen to represent the unique spirit and strength of its House. These characters will play a key role in House competitions, celebrations and student leadership. Keep your eyes peeled - they are already bringing energy and personality to our House events. 

PREP SUMMER CONCERT
Prepare for an extraordinary afternoon of music and intrigue at RST Prep's End-of-Year Concert: Poppy's Garden Adventure. All of RST Prep's ensembles, from our soaring choirs and dynamic bands to our captivating orchestra, will be performing. But that's not all... get ready for the premiere performance of a very special guest ensemble!

The air is thick with anticipation, and questions linger:

Who is Poppy? What secrets does this garden hold? And what grand adventure awaits?

All will be revealed at this year's concert, culminating in a massed item that promises to be truly spectacular.

Join us for an exciting afternoon showcasing the talents of our Prep students. This is more than just a concert; it's an experience you won't want to miss. Be there to unravel the mystery and witness the magic.

YEAR 7 AND 8 ART EXHIBITION
We warmly invite our School community to the upcoming Art Exhibition featuring the remarkable work of our Year 7 and Year 8 students. This exhibition showcases their projects from Terms 2 and 3, exploring two distinct yet captivating themes: "The Built Environment" and "Bio-Art."

Our students embarked on an in-depth exploration of "The Built Environment," using this as a starting point to understand the structure and components of a successful art coursework project. Their work demonstrates key skills in planning and presenting creative ideas, from observational studies to artist research and personal responses.

To conclude the academic year, students ventured into the fascinating world of "Bio-Art," creating detailed Species Boxes. Each student selected a species for study, producing a stunning collection of illustrations, anatomical drawings, skeletal studies and photography. This segment of the exhibition highlights both the rigour of their research and the imaginative depth of their artistic responses.

Exhibition Details:

• Dates: 18th - 20th June

• Location: Prep Building, outside the Veraphan Theatre

We look forward to celebrating the creativity and hard work of our talented students.

SWIMMING SURVIVAL SKILLS LESSONS
A polite reminder, that for swimming lessons between 19th June and 26th June, students are required to bring in a long sleeved top, long bottoms and socks.

Thank you.

15th - 23rd JUNE:
Rugby School Japan Exchange

16th - 20th JUNE:
Year 4 Production Week: Finding Nemo

16th JUNE:
Year 7 Outdoor Education Centre - 8:10am - 12:10pm (Please wear PE kit, school hat, sun cream and bring a water bottle)

U11 Basketball v REPs - 4pm (at RST)

17th JUNE:
The Great RST Bake Off

18th JUNE:
Year 5 Outdoor Education Centre - 8:10am - 12:10pm (Please wear PE kit, school hat, sun cream and bring a water bottle)

19th - 20th JUNE:
Year 7 and 8 Art Exhibition - 3:55pm - 6pm  (in the Veraphan Entrance)

20th JUNE:
RSTPA Cooking Class - 8:15am - 10:30am
RSTPA Full Committee Meeting - 1:30pm - 3:30pm (Boardroom)
Parent Performance of Year 4's Finding Nemo - 2:15pm - 3:15pm

24th JUNE:
Prep Summer Concert

25th JUNE:
Battle of the Bands 2025

26th JUNE:
RSTMAD Prep Summer Fair

27th JUNE:
Prep Speech Day
Year 8 Leavers' Lunch
Last day - finish at 12 noon

YEARS 7 AND 8 CAREERS DAYS: SPARKING CURIOSITY, BUILDING SKILLS, INSPIRING FUTURES
Over two action-packed days, our Year 7 and 8 students took their first steps into the world of careers with fun, fast-paced and hands-on learning experiences during our annual Careers Days.

Designed to spark early curiosity and build foundational skills, these immersive sessions gave students the chance to explore career-connected challenges in a meaningful and memorable way. Activities were carefully crafted to align with the Gatsby Benchmarks, focusing on building career awareness, linking curriculum to the world of work and developing essential life skills.

Highlights included:

- The Young Apprentice Challenge, where students worked in house teams to design and deliver a 90-second business pitch for a new idea in the environment, health or education sector - with the goal of making a positive impact on their community.

- A high-energy Careers and Skills Carousel, featuring four rotating challenges:

• Career Quest Treasure Hunt - exploring different job sectors through clues and teamwork
  
  
• Bridge the Gap – an engineering task testing innovation and collaboration
  
  
• Rescue Relay – a physical teamwork challenge focused on emergency services
  
  
• Toxic Waste Transfer – a problem-solving and crisis-management simulation

These challenges developed teamwork, critical thinking, resilience, creativity and leadership skills, while encouraging students to reflect on real-world roles such as engineers, medics, researchers, entrepreneurs and sustainability consultants.

We were delighted to have support from our LXX Levée students, who helped facilitate the sessions and acted as mentors throughout the event - building valuable connections and collaboration between year groups.

A huge thank you also goes to Mr Grindlay, Mr Bacon (School Governor) and all the staff who supported and judged the activities across both days. Their presence and encouragement added real-world authenticity to the experience for our younger students.

Students worked in house-based teams, wore their colours with pride and demonstrated impressive engagement, courage and camaraderie throughout both days.

By offering such opportunities early in their School Journey, we are equipping students with the tools to explore their identities, interests and potential pathways - all while having a lot of fun. It’s never too early to begin shaping the future.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Higher Education and Careers team.

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RST CHRONICLE
This week we have a range of topics, including events that have taken place at School including the Year 7 Careers Day and the wonderful Big Quiz of the Year hosted by Mr Stoker. Be sure to check out our bumper interview with Mr Gore. Thank you to all the reporters who have contributed this week; Shivaans, Kinta, Hugo, Emmet, Daniel, Paul, Zac, Vincent, Alex and Eita.

Pre-Prep

MAD JUNIORS' CLOSET CLEAR OUT
As we approach the end of the School year, our MAD Juniors are excited to announce their final project: A Closet Clear Out. The donation drive will begin on Monday, 9th June until the end of term. Useful items include:

• Clothes 
• Toys
• Books
• Shoes
• Stationary
• Appliances
• Blankets

A kind reminder not to buy new items as this project involves the donation of used items that are no longer needed in your homes. All donations will go directly to the Hand to Hand Organisition. As always, thank you to our community for their continued support. 

TRANSITION INFORMATION

Monday, 16th June (8.30am) - Transition workshop for current Nursery parents.

Tuesday, 17th June - 'Moving Up Morning' - All students will spend time visiting their new year groups.

16th JUNE:
Nursery to Reception Transition Meeting - 8:30am (Assembly hall)

17th JUNE:
Move Up Morning

19th JUNE:
Stay and Play - 3:45pm (for new families joining Pre-Nursery and Nursery in August)

20th JUNE:
Term 3 Reports out to parents

25th JUNE:
Year 2 Leavers' Show - 2pm (Assembly Hall)

26th JUNE:
Year 2 Leavers' Dinner with family - 5pm

27th JUNE:
Last day - finish at 12 noon

YEAR 2 SWIMMING GALA
We were delighted to host the much-anticipated Year 2 Swimming Gala last week, an event that brought immense excitement and a flurry of impressive performances from our youngest swimmers. The atmosphere was electric, with every child eager to showcase their aquatic skills.

The races proved to be incredibly thrilling, with many heats being closely contested right up to the very end, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats. After a series of fantastic efforts from all classes, it was the Dolphins who claimed this year’s trophy.

Beyond the competition, it was truly wonderful to see every child give their absolute best effort and have fun with their classmates. The Gala served as a brilliant celebration of all the progress and achievements our Year 2 students have made throughout their swimming journey in Pre-Prep. Congratulations to all of our swimmers on a memorable and successful event!

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NURSERY TRIP TO WISDOM VALLEY
Our Nursery classes embarked on an exciting adventure to Wisdom Valley, and what a fantastic time they had. The children thoroughly enjoyed their outing, filled with delightful activities designed to spark curiosity and joy.

Among the highlights was the sheer delight of going 'round and 'round on the carousel, bringing smiles and laughter to every face. Our young explorers also had an opportunity to discover and navigate the expansive park, engaging their gross motor skills and building a sense of independence. A particularly memorable moment was saying hello to the impressive, roaring dinosaur.

The trip culminated in a delicious picnic snack shared together, providing a wonderful opportunity for social interaction and a moment of rest before heading back to school. These outings are invaluable in enriching our curriculum, providing real-world experiences and creating cherished memories for our youngest learners.

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YEAR 1 VISIT TO THE TURTLE SANCTUARY
Our Year 1 students visited the Turtle Sanctuary this week, an adventure filled with discovery and appreciation for marine conservation.

The students gained valuable insights into the sanctuary's vital conservation efforts through their visit to the museum. They also enjoyed observing various marine life in the aquarium before having a picnic lunch on the beautiful beach. A highlight for many was witnessing the graceful turtles swimming and feeding peacefully in their tanks, an experience that truly brought their learning to life.

This wonderful outing was made even more special by the incredible support of our Year 1 families for our recent craft sale fundraiser. Thanks to your generosity and enthusiasm, we are thrilled to announce that we successfully raised an amazing 9,800 THB. This significant amount will be used to help purchase essential supplies for the sanctuary and provide a much-needed donation towards their crucial work. The sanctuary staff were so grateful for your the donation and there were smiles all around.

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Sport and Enrichment

Over the weekend while our School campus hosted Bangkok FC for a 122 team football tournament, our volleyball players and swimmers were busy competing at MIS and Bangkok Patana respectively. Last week also saw the finals of the U15 BKK rugby 7s series. Here is a closer look at some of the highlights:

U15/16 Volleyball Takes on MIS and REPs

Our U15/16 boys and girls volleyball teams demonstrated fantastic grit and skill in a series of closely contested matches against teams from MIS and REPs. Both our boys and girls squads secured a commendable one win and one loss, showcasing valuable experience and providing a significant opportunity for growth on the court. A special mention must go to our Year 8 students who stepped up admirably to support the teams, displaying a maturity and skill level well beyond their years. It was a thoroughly enjoyable morning of sport and development for all involved.

2-Day Summer Sizzler at Bangkok Patana

Our swimmers made a huge splash at the swim meet, delivering a host of new personal bests and an impressive medal haul. More importantly, the event was filled with smiles, strong team spirit, and memorable experiences that truly highlight the essence of RST sport. A special mention goes to Rebecca Ronconni, who swam in her final meet for RST. Rebecca has been a fantastic representative of our swimming programme, and we thank her for her dedication and contributions over the years.

U15 Rugby 7s Series Finals at NIST

Last week saw our U15 rugby team compete in the finals of the Rugby 7s Series, hosted at NIST International School. The competition brought together four strong schools in what proved to be a thrilling conclusion to a hard-fought series. The RST students played well winning one match and narrowly losing two others in closely contested games. Each performance reflected the team’s growth in skill and confidence and our students have gained valuable match experience for the future.

Congratulations and thank you to all of our athletes and staff for another fantastic sporting week.

Upcoming Sports Fixtures

16th June - U11 Basketball v REPs (Home)

16th June - U15 Badminton v REPs (Home)

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.

Social Media and More

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