Term 1 - 12 September 2025

Matters of Principal

Whole School

WE ARE 'BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE YEAR 2025' FINALISTS
We are thrilled to share that Rugby School Thailand has been named a finalist for ‘British International School of the Year 2025’ in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards.

Out of schools worldwide, we are proud to be one of just six finalists in this category. The winners will be revealed at the prestigious awards ceremony in London next month.

To be recognised in this way is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the world-class school community we have built together.

SUMMER FAIR SUCCESS
The RST MAD Summer Fair in June raised an impressive 203,376 THB. Much like the photo below, we smashed our target! The money is being donated to the Fund for Children with Chronic Illnesses at the ChonBuri Hospital. This is a charity our School has supported before and was chosen by the Prep MAD representatives.

Thank you to the whole community for your support of this event. We are very lucky to be able to make a difference together. 

MALARIA INFORMATION
With the rainy season now in full swing, we're seeing an expected increase in mosquito-borne illnesses, including Malaria, across Thailand. Here's a health reminder from RST Health Centre to help protect yourself and our community.

CHARITY GOLF DAY
There are just over two weeks until our Charity Golf Day on Saturday, 28th September. If you haven't already signed up, please CLICK HERE to register or find out more. Registration closes on 21st September.

This year, the event is proudly sponsored by Porsche Centre Pattaya, the first and only approved Porsche dealer in the Eastern Seaboard. This means guests will enjoy an elevated experience, including:

• An exclusive display of Porsche cars at the event
• Opportunities to test drive selected vehicles throughout the day
• A group photo with the cars and players

Porsche Centre Pattaya offers new car sales, with a full range of cars and the entire range available to demo. It also offers comprehensive after-sales with its:  

• Mechanical Workshop: Latest Porsche diagnostic equipment, no waiting time, shuttle service and service loaners available
• Body and Paint: Porsche-approved B&P Facility, accepting all Porsche and all brands

📍 Visit Porsche Centre Pattaya: Google Maps
🌐 Learn more: dealer.porsche.com/th/pattaya
📱 Follow Porsche Centre Pattaya on Facebook: Porsche Centre Pattaya & Instagram: @porschecentrepattaya

We look forward to welcoming golfers, families, and guests to this exciting day where sport, community, and world-class automotive excellence come together.

CHRISTMAS CAMP 2025
Make the most of our 15% Early Bird discount, before it's too late! This offer is exclusive for the month of September and gives you the best available price. Please note: RST families get 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. 

15th SEPTEMBER:
RSTPA Cooking Class - Russia
8.30am in the Food Tech Room, Veraphan Building

19th SEPTEMBER:
School Closed for Exeat
All students are to be collected at the end of the School day on Thursday, 18th September
Boarders return from 5.30pm on Sunday, 21st September

22nd SEPTEMBER:
School resumes as normal

28th SEPTEMBER:
RSTPA Charity Golf Day

RSTPA UNIFORM SWAP
A huge thank you to our RSTPA reps for organising a much-appreciated uniform swap last week. Many parents were able to swap their uniform for newer and bigger sizes to kit out their children for the new academic year. On top of that, the RSTPA raised 10,400 THB, which will go towards supporting our smaller communities in their preparation for International Day.

Senior

UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON TALK
Are you interested in pursuing a degree in art or design?  Do you find yourself drawn to the creative side of communication and media? We recommend you attend the University of the Arts London (UAL) talk when they visit next week.  This session will be held on Monday, 15th September, at 12.40pm in Mr. Wareing’s classroom.  This visit will be a great opportunity to meet the UAL representative and find out more about their programmes.

GLOBAL UNIVERSITY FAIR, PATTAYA
Don't miss the annual Global University Fair on Sunday, 21st September, at the Centara Grand Mirage Hotel in Pattaya, from 11am-2pm.  There will be over 120 universities and colleges from around the world, ready to answer your questions about their institutions.  Please register here or use the QR code on the flyer.

KEY DATES
A reminder of key dates for the 2025/26 academic year can be found here. 

15th SEPTEMBER:
University of the Arts London Talk (students only)
12.40pm in Mr Waring's classroom

18th SEPTEMBER:
Wai Kru (students only)

19th SEPTEMBER:
School Closed for Exeat

21st SEPTEMBER:
Global University Fair
11am-2pm at the Grande Centara Mirage, Pattaya

ALUMNI EVENT IN PATTAYA
This time last week, we hosted an annual RST Alumni reunion event in Pattaya. This is becoming a nice tradition, along with our events in Bangkok and London. The numbers are steadily growing at these events, and this one had 70 attendees, including representatives from each of our six graduating classes since the first Class of 2020 cohort.

The majority of the Pattaya-based alumni joined us at The Moment, which offered a stunning beachfront setting. Some even made the trip from Bangkok. Those unable to attend due to their university terms having already started (in places such as the United States and Hong Kong) joined virtually, by video calling to say hello!

It was a lovely evening with staff engaging with their former students and people from different year groups interacting and rekindling old acquaintances. We very much look forward to the next Rugbeian alumni event.

SCHOLAR AWARD CEREMONY
Our Senior School scholars gathered together in the Black Box Theatre on Tuesday for a special celebration to welcome new scholars into the community. Academic Deputy Head, Dr Lilla Grindlay, spoke to all the scholars about what wearing the scholar pin means. She encouraged the scholars to be courageous and take risks - some may not work, but it is important to embrace failure and learn from it.  

Mr Groves and Mr Grindlay then presented a scholar pin to our new academic, drama, music, D&T, art and sports scholars. Congratulations to all our new scholars; we can’t wait to see you thrive at RST!

SOUTHFIELD TAKES THE TROPHY
Congratulations to Southfield for winning the Senior House Cup 2024-25. The Senior House Cup is awarded to the House that wins the most points across the academic year by taking part in different events, including sport, arts, music, drama and academic challenges, as well as by winning tries. 

Prep

PREP MUSIC RECITAL: WEDNESDAY 1st OCTOBER
Enrollment is now open for the first Music Recital of the academic year. This recital is open to all Prep students who learn an instrument and have a piece ready to perform. Registrations will close on Friday, 19th September. 

Students who have external instrumental lessons can register here by uploading a video of their performance. 

Students who have instrumental lessons at RST will be registered by their music teacher if they are ready. 

All parents will be notified of their child's participation on Friday, 26th September, via the newsletter and email. If unsure, please contact your child's instrumental teacher.

HOW TO CONTACT KHUN NIKKI
If you would like to contact Khun Nikki, our school secretary, you can:
1. Email her: napapach@rugbyschool.ac.th 
2. Call her school mobile phone:  063 1718120 
3. Call her office phone: 033 141 800 ext. 3000

DROP OFF WITH MEDICATION
In the morning, if you would like to hand over medication to the Health Centre and/or see the nurse to discuss your child, please let Khun Pixie or Mrs Howell know. For these circumstances, we are happy to let you through the gate.

13th SEPTEMBER
U11-U18 Cross Country: 7.15am-11.00am

U11 Football Tournament: 8.30am-10.45am

Saturday Enrichment Programme: 9.30am-11:30am

Information about all of these events will be on your child's Touchline calendar if they are involved.

16th SEPTEMBER
Year 4 Outdoor Education Visit
Students to wear PE kit and School hats. Bring a water bottle, sun cream and insect repellent

Year 6 Production Morning (students only)

18th SEPTEMBER
Wai Kru (students only)

19th SEPTEMBER
School Closed for Exeat

22nd SEPTEMBER
Year 3 Outdoor Education Centre Visit 
Students to wear PE kit and School hats. Bring a water bottle, sun cream and insect repellent

26th SEPTEMBER
RSTPA Prep Rep Meeting
8.15am-9:15am in the Boardroom

LAMDA EXAM RESULTS 

CROSS-CURRICULAR ART & SCIENCE
Year 7 is working on an exciting cross-curricular project that combines art and science. In science lessons, students have been exploring the microscopic world, observing and photographing different types of cells, such as human cheek cells and leaf cells, using a light microscope. In art, they are connecting this learning to the work of contemporary artist, Klari Reis, who creates vibrant pieces inspired by cells and organisms.

This week, in art, students experimented with milk, food colouring, and dish soap to create colourful, swirling patterns. They photographed these unique outcomes, which, together with their microscope images, will inspire watercolour paintings in the weeks ahead.

Students are finding the project both fun and inspiring, enjoying the chance to see how science and art can come together in creative and unexpected ways.

RST CHRONICLE
Budding young journalists continue to create the RST Chronicle this year in their weekly activity with Mr Hough.

ACHIEVEMENTS OUTSIDE SCHOOL

Pre-Prep

GOOD MORNING
Miss Sarah and Miss Bui have been very impressed with how everyone is settling in and how many of the children greet them happily at the gate. They love a smile, a wave, a wai or a "good morning", so please keep this up.

Well done to all those Year 1 and 2 pupils who are now entering the School on their own and going up to class - we are so proud of you! 

COBIS ART COMPETITION
We are excited to invite Pre-Prep students to take part in the annual COBIS Art Competition. It is not compulsory to participate, but we hope that many do join in. This year’s theme is ‘Through Another’s Eyes’. Here are some ideas to get your children thinking:

The world from a fishbowl
Bird’s eye view
What does your favourite toy see?
What does a flower see when looking up?

We encourage students to be creative and original, and interpret this theme as they like. However, there are a few key points to keep in mind:

• Entries must be the child's own work - no parental or art class support
• Submit work as an A4 or A3, portrait or landscape piece
• Use any media you like - paint, crayons, chalk, watercolours etc
• Hand in your child’s work (with name, class and year group clearly written on the back) to Khun Bui or Miss Wendy (Hedgehog Class, Year 1)
• Deadline: Friday, 10th October 2025

Winners:
The winners will be announced through email, on the COBIS Website and on social media channels in January 2026. The winning artwork may be featured at the COBIS Annual Conference in May 2026.

COBIS Prizes:
A certificate and prize will be awarded to the winner and runner-up of each category.

• Winner: £50 Amazon voucher plus an Everyday Artist Pack from Dryad Education
• Runner-up: £25 Amazon voucher plus a Favourite Creative Colour Intro Pack from Dryad Education 

KEY DATES
A reminder of key dates for the 2025/26 academic year can be found here. Parents are encouraged to regularly check the Touchline calendar in case of changes.

DRIVING RULES AT PRE-PREP
The Pre-Prep drop-off zone is for families to do a quick 'drop and go' only - cars may not park here in order to keep traffic flowing smoothly.

We'd also like to kindly remind all drivers:

• Do not park on zebra crossings, as these are pedestrian access areas

• Always drive within the set speed limits

• Enter and exit the car park in the correct direction

Thank you for helping us keep our community safe.

15th SEPTEMBER:
Year 1 Bikes to School (scooters/bikes)
Helmets must be worn; please ensure bikes and helmets are named. Bikes can stay at School for the week for children to use at break times

17th SEPTEMBER:
Pre-Nursery Coffee Morning
8:30am in the Assembly Hall. An opportunity to meet parents and discuss life in Pre-Nursery

18th SEPTEMBER:
Wai Kru (celebration for students only)

19th SEPTEMBER:
School Closed for Exeat 

22nd SEPTEMBER:
'Caring Koala' Learner Profile Day (celebration for students only; no action needed from parents)

24th SEPTEMBER:
Key Stage 1 Coffee Morning + Device Safety
Please bring your child's device

26th SEPTEMBER:
RSTPA Pre-Prep Rep Meeting
8.30am with SMT 

MAD Junior Charity Bake Sale
from 3.15pm at pick-up

A 'WHEELIE' GREAT WEEK FOR YEAR 2
What a fantastic and active week for Year 2, who had an absolute blast bringing in their bikes and scooters into School, to make the most of our newly renovated bike track in Pre-Prep.

It was wonderful to see the students learn how to navigate the track, building their confidence as Go-for-it Gorillas with every lap and working together as Teamwork Tigers to pass each other safely. We were also very proud to see everyone remembering the most important rule - safety first - by always wearing their helmets.

Even with a bit of rain trying to spoil the fun, when there were opportunities to get outside, everyone made the most by zooming around and burning off energy.

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Boarding Life

MARSHALL HOUSE ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHT
Our Prep boarders enjoyed a lively evening of ‘Minute to Win It’ in the CGA this week. The one-minute challenges entertained and tested the teams in equal measure. A big thank you to Miss Hutchinson and Mr Moreton for organising such a fun activity.

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Throughout the year, we have parents enquiring about joining the boarding community - and we actively encourage families to do this. We are always happy to discuss the different options, offer House tours or invite your child for a trial night. Subject to availability, we welcome new starts at any time!

If you're interested in learning more about boarding or feel confident you'd like to sign your child up, then here are some useful contacts:

• Dave Ennis-Billing, Director of Boarding: dennisbilling@rugbyschool.ac.th
• Will Stoker, Houseparent for Marshall House (Prep boys and girls): wstoker@rugbyschool.ac.th
• Jennie Windsor, Houseparent for Rupert Brooke (Senior girls): jwindsor@rugbyschool.ac.th
• Admissions: enquiries@rugbyschool.ac.th

Community Events

CONSCIOUS LIVING - RST COMMUNITY DISCOUNT
Conscious Living combines ancient Thai wisdom with modern microbiology to revolutionise how we care for our body, home and environment. Our personal, home and baby care range, Innocence by Conscious Living, are fermented using 100% plant-based ingredients (with absolutely zero chemicals added) sourced and produced by farmers in the North of Thailand. For over a decade, we have been driven by our mission to support local communities in creating quality products that are beneficial for the entire ecosystem.

The RST community can now benefit from a 10% discount on all items from Conscious Living Thailand and Innocence by Conscious Living. The discount can be accessed through the following channels:

Order on Lazada and click this link to claim a 10% discount voucher or order via the official website and use code “Rugby2025/2026” to get a 10% discount plus free shipping. 

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