Term 1 - 26 September 2025
Matters of Principal
Whole School
Announcements
OUR NEW THROUGH-SCHOOL HOUSE SYSTEM
We're very excited to announce the launch of a new unified House system across Pre-Prep, Prep, and Senior School, further enhancing our community spirit.
What's Changing?
- Starting from the academic year 2026/27, we are moving to one single system that runs from Pre-Nursery through to Year 13.
- Your child will belong to the same House family for their entire journey at the School, creating a lasting sense of identity and belonging.
There are lots of excellent benefits to this new House system. Please click on the link below to learn more about them, along with key information on how this system will be implemented.
SCRUMMY ECO INITIATIVE
The Eco and Sustainability Committee is excited to share a new initiative launching in Scrummy Café. Bring your own reusable cup when you buy a drink, and you’ll earn a stamp each time. After 10 stamps, you’ll receive a free drink as a reward.
There is no Planet B - start making a difference today. Choose to reuse!
RSTPA COOKERY CLASS
Join our next English-themed cookery class by scanning the QR or contact: irbis2002@bk.ru / Line: Helen Cool / 0907694661
We have a maximum of 24 places and there will be a small fee of 300THB per session to cover the costs of ingredients. You will also need to bring some empty containers to take your food away.
Reminders
CHRISTMAS CAMP 2025
Last call for the 15% Early Bird discount! This offer is valid until 30th September and gives you the best available price. Please note: RST families benefit from a 10% discount at any time; however, this RST discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Christmas Camp will take place from 14th-20th December 2025 and is available for 7 to 12-year-olds.
To find out more or register, please click here.
RSTPA CHARITY GOLF DAY
We can’t wait to welcome everyone to our RSTPA Charity Golf Day this weekend - it's always a great community event.
Thanks to our lead sponsor, Porsche Centre Pattaya, guests will enjoy the added excitement of test-driving Porsche cars on the day, along with exclusive offers on the Panamera, Taycan and Macan models. See you there!
Dates for your Diary
28th SEPTEMBER:
RSTPA Golf Day
6th OCTOBER:
RSTPA Cookery Class - England
Highlights
OUR AMAZING VISITING MUSIC TEACHERS
Do you know that we have 27 Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs) who travel to our School each week to teach individual instrumental lessons? Our music programme is one of the strongest in Chonburi, so we'd like to shine a light on it.
From Year 1* to Year 13, students can choose from 17 instruments, with 335+ individual lessons taking place weekly. Our VMTs are highly accomplished musicians, many of whom perform with Thailand’s Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra.
Mrs Duncan, our Whole School Music Coordinator, says: “We’ve built a team of outstanding musicians who share their expertise and passion with our students. Quality teaching is at the heart of what we do, giving every child the chance to grow in skill, confidence and their love of music.”
Read more about our VMTs and individual lessons on the link below.
(*Piano and violin only)
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ON... KHUN JIB
Kalaya Phongsathorn (Khun Jib) is one of our talented VMTs who teaches the flute. Watch this short spotlight video to find out more about her musical journey and credentials.
Senior
Announcements
CAMPUS VISIT: LES ROCHES & GLION
Do you have a passion for hospitality? Would studying in a multicultural environment, such as Switzerland, Spain, Abu Dhabi or London be a great fit for you?
If the answers to these questions are yes, then come to the Collingwood Centre at 12.40pm on Thursday, 2nd October, to meet with representatives from Les Roches Global Hospitality Education and Glion Institute for Higher Education. With access to internships and real-world experience, Les Roches and Glion are perfect for students who are interested in international studies and business careers, especially in the hospitality industry.
Reminders
HIGHER EDUCATION MASTERCLASS: "CULTURE SHOCK!"
On Tuesday, 30th September, Mr Calle Toren, VP of Finance & Operations at Hult International Business School, will be giving a masterclass entitled: “Culture Shock! Understanding our Differences in University”. This session will discuss one of the biggest challenges for incoming university students: the clash of culture.
This masterclass will begin at 12.10pm (venue TBC). Please RSVP using the QR code.
Dates for your Diary
30th SEPTEMBER:
HE Lecture Series: "Culture Shock!" by Hult International Business School
12.10pm, venue TBC
2nd OCTOBER:
HE Hospitality Talk by Les Roches & Glion
12.40pm in the Collingwood Centre
Highlights
SENIOR SCHOOL WAI KRU
The Wai Kru ceremony is always a highlight. In Senior School, the ceremony was led by our Head Boy, Prinn, and Head Girl, Tanya, and it featured readings in multiple languages to celebrate the diversity of our community.
As part of the tradition, student representatives present teachers with plants, along with the challenge of keeping those plants alive! Staff who had successfully cared for their plants since last year were recognised on the day with prizes awarded by Mr Groves and Mr Grindlay.
In his closing remarks, Mr Groves shared: "At Rugby School Thailand, we believe that learning is never a one-way street. Just as our students learn from us, we learn from them - through their ideas, their questions and their energy. Education is about building a community of learners, young and old, who are committed to growth and to keeping their minds open for life."
Thank you to Bunn for capturing another School event so beautifully.
GLOBAL UNIVERSITIES FAIR, PATTAYA
Last weekend, the Higher Education department co-hosted the ERUC Global Universities Fair. The event drew over 120 university representatives from across the globe, as well as over 200 students from the Pattaya area. During the event, Mr Simmons led a panel discussion to a packed room on writing a great application essay for the US and UK. Two key tips mentioned were to start early and have someone you trust review it.
Prep
Announcements
COBIS ART COMPETITION
This year's COBIS art competition is a wonderful opportunity to get creative and win points for your House!
Reminders
PREP MUSIC RECITALS
Our Prep music recitals are next week! Due to the high number of students participating, we've added a fourth recital. Please see the poster below for the updated schedule. The doors will open for families about 5 minutes before each recital starts.
Dates for your Diary
27th SEPTEMBER:
U9 & U11 BISA Football Tournament (at Wellington College)
U12 Swim Meet (at Bangkok Prep)
U13 & 15 Basketball (at RST)
U14 Tennis Singles (at Bangkok Patana)
29th SEPTEMBER:
U13 Basketball (at RST)
30th SEPTEMBER:
Year 6 Outdoor Education Centre Visit
Students to wear PE kit, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat and bring a water bottle
U11 ESAC Football v GIS (Away)
1st OCTOBER:
12.45-1.30pm: Music Recital in the Veraphan Theatre
4pm: U15 Basketball
4.05-5.10pm: Music Recital in the Veraphan Theatre
5.10-6pm: Music Recital in the Veraphan Theatre
2nd OCTOBER:
Year 5 Outdoor Education Centre Visit
Students to wear PE kit, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat and bring a water bottle
12:45-1.30pm: Music Recital in the Veraphan Theatre
U15 Basketball v MIS (Away)
4th OCTOBER:
BISA Swim Meet (at RST)
U11 BISA Football Tournament (at Bangkok Patana)
8th OCTOBER:
Show Racism the Red Card
Students to wear red clothes to School (no money required)
10th OCTOBER:
House Football: Years 3-8
Students to wear PE kits and House tops to School
Highlights
PREP WAI KRU
Wai Kru is a beautiful Thai tradition where students pay respect to their teachers and express gratitude for their guidance. Our meaningful Prep School ceremony highlighted the deep value placed on knowledge and respect for the teacher-student bond at the heart of education. Thank you to the Thai department for organising such a special event.
ACHIEVEMENTS OUTSIDE SCHOOL
Pre-Prep
Announcements
BABY NEWS
It was an extra busy Monday for Pre-Prep this week... Miss Joy and Mr Niall welcomed a sister for Noah, Sabrina, on Monday morning. Meanwhile, Miss Lauren welcomed her baby daughter, Maesa, a sister to Sunday, on Monday evening. Both mums and their babies are doing well.
Congratulations to these families on this very special news!
On Sunday, our Pre-Prep swim coach, Mr Roel, achieved great success at the Thailand Freediving Pool Championships. He won with a dive of 106m without fins, holding his breath for an amazing 2 minutes 20 seconds. What an incredible achievement, well done Mr Roel.
Reminders
There are no reminders this week
Dates for Your Diary
1st OCTOBER:
EYFS Little Talk: All About Makaton
8.30am in Pre-Prep Assembly Hall, for Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception parents
6th OCTOBER:
The 'Can'struction Challenge' begins - more information soon
8th OCTOBER:
Chinese Parents' Little Talk: All About Phonics (in Chinese)
13th OCTOBER:
Public Holiday (school closed)
15th OCTOBER:
Little Talk: Phonics
8.30am in Pre-Prep Assembly Hall, all parents welcome
16th OCTOBER:
Parent Teacher Meetings
From 2pm - more information soon
17th OCTOBER:
International Day
Children and parents are encouraged to dress up in international clothes that represent their heritage.
Parents are invited to the performance (after drop-off); More information to follow.
20-24th OCTOBER:
Half Term Break
Highlights
PRE-PREP WAI KRU
Our Pre-Prep came together for a wonderful Wai Kru ceremony, which included our EYFS and KS1 children, teachers and support staff. The children showed their understanding of the tradition by learning about the meaning of Wai Kru and the special flower symbols used in Thai culture. To make the occasion even more memorable, the Thai department prepared a thoughtful gift for our teachers and staff, beautifully presented by our students. Thank you to all involved.
CARING KOALA DAY
As everyone settles back into the rhythm of a new School year, the children have been thinking about how to be Caring Koalas. Being a Caring Koala means following the 'Koala Way': always trying to use our gentle hands, listening ears and walking feet, and being polite and kind to everyone.
This week, we had Caring Koala Day, where the children took part in lots of challenges to show how well they could follow our 'Koala Way'. Year 2 were amazing at holding the door open for their friends and teachers; Year 1 were brilliant at keeping their classrooms tidy; EYFS children were very polite, saying "hello", "goodbye", "please" and "thank you". We were all so impressed with our colony of amazing Caring Koalas!
Boarding Life
Boarding
HOUSE BADMINTON
Our boarding House spirit is never more evident than at House competitions, where you see the camaraderie that comes from living together. Here are some photos of Rupert Brooke and School House boarders in action during the House Badminton this week, where even those who had barely played before were willing to give it their all for the House!
MARSHALL HOUSE TEAM HOODIE CHALLENGE
This year, Marshall House boarders have been allocated to five different "teams", who will work closely together in their groups to look out for one another, do collective House responsibilities and gain team points in various games and challenges. Here are the teams gathering to work on a Marshall House hoodie design challenge... which group will win and have the excitement of seeing their design being made? More updates soon!
LIFE BEYOND BOARDING
Boarding life is full of fun and opportunities - but where does that take you beyond our boarding school? Over the next few weeks, we'll highlight some of our recent boarding graduates, showing you where they are now and how boarding helped them reach their full potential. Here, Mr Ennis-Billing tells us why he thinks Teru achieved so much through boarding in School House:
“Teru arrived at RST full of ambition but with little English; he threw himself wholeheartedly into full boarding life, immersing himself in the language and culture with real determination. Boarding gave him the space and support to dedicate time to his passions - and what he achieved was remarkable: Captain of Volleyball, Gold DofE, EPQ, athletics... and he even became a BTS dance master, creating a brilliant video that encapsulated what a tight-knit, fun community boarding is!
As House Captain for School House, he set the standard with his proactive drive and exemplary attitude, and we hope the younger boys will carry his spirit forward. A stand-out student.”
Sport & Enrichment
RST ELITE TENNIS PROGRAMME
Our new invitation-only programme gives top players the chance to take their game to the next level. With a dynamic mix of on-court match play, gym training and classroom sessions, athletes will sharpen their skills, build strength and gain the tactical edge needed to compete at a high level.
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