Dear Year 1 Parents,
As we come to the end of our wonderful first term in Year 1 together, we want to thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. It has been a joy to see your children grow and thrive, and we are so grateful for your involvement in their learning.
Wishing you and your family a happy, restful, and magical holiday season and a Happy New Year!
We look forward to seeing you all in the new year!
The Year 1 Team
A note from the Principle
13 December 2024
Our school has been buzzing with festive cheer this week! Highlights included joyful Primary assemblies, a spirited staff party, a special visit from a guest from the North Pole, a magical Christmas carol evening, and our whole-school assembly. It has been a heartwarming way to conclude a fantastic term.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with laughter, love, and cherished moments with family and friends.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Patana Primary on Monday, 6 January.
Sarah McCormack
A big thank you!
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Year 1 CAT - Bangkok Patana School
Curriculum
To find out about the Year 1 curriculum, please visit our Curriculum page:
Class Blogs
Please check your class blog every Friday for updates on learning for each of the classes. Click the picture to go to the blogs!
Upcoming events
| 6 January 2025 | Term 2a starts | |
| 6 January | ECA Block C Phase 1 Sign-up OPEN | |
| 7 January | Primary Parents Workshop - tbc | 8am - Primary Hall |
| 9 January | Announced Lockdown | Whole school |
| 10 January | Y1 - 2 Assembly : Parents are invited | 8:45am - Primary Hall |
| 13-20 January | Primary School Photos | |
| 14 January | Primary Parents Workshop - tbc | 8am - Primary Hall |
| 20 January | ECA Block C Phase 1 Sign-up CLOSES | |
| 21 January | Primary Parents Workshop - tbc | 8am - Primary Hall |
| 22 January | Primary Parent Workshop: Safeguarding Training for Parent Volunteers | 8am - CON420 |
| 24 January | Y1 - 6 TigerSharks ASA Primary Meet 2 | |
| 27 January | Primary Science Week | Primary School |
| 28 January | Primary Parents Workshop - tbc | 8am - Primary Hall |
| 31 January | Primary Lunar New Year Assembly | |
| 3-7 February | Waste Less Week #WLW10 | Whole School |
| 4 February | Primary Parents Workshop - tbc | 8am - Primary Hall |
| 5 February | School Photos Catch-Up Day | |
| 9 February | Term 2: Half-term break |
Playground use - before and after school
Students are not permitted to use any of the climbing or play equipment before 7:30 a.m.
There is no staff supervision in any play area after 2:30.
The accompanying adult is therefore responsible for the safe supervision of the child.
We encourage parents and family employees to take children straight home at the end of the school day.
Preventing the spread of colds and flu
Please help us to prevent outbreaks of cold or flu as we head into the rainy season.
Children with cold or flu (influenza) symptoms should be kept at home until they are completely recovered. Even when the main symptoms have gone, your child may still need time to return to full strength.
Please do not send your child back to school too soon, even if they are no longer in the contagious phase. If your child is still coughing or sneezing, please keep them at home and limit their contact with other children.
A child who has a fever should be kept at home until ‘fever free’ for a minimum of 24 hours.
Influenza is a serious and contagious infection that affects the nose, throat, and respiratory system. The virus is commonly spread through droplets in the air, allowing infection to spread quickly.
When unsure, always seek medical advice, especially if a child has a chronic condition e.g., asthma. If Influenza is confirmed, please send a copy of the medical certificate to Nurse@patana.ac.th
Allergies and Dietry Requirements
Please ensure your child/ren's medical information is fully up to date on our systems.
Should your child suffer from critical conditions related to their diet they are no longer able to eat any birthday treats brought into school from outside.
We encourage parents now to provide a small box of dry snacks/treats that their child can eat, which the class teacher can keep, and use during any celebrations in class.
Please remember we are a nut-free Primary School and also check with the class teacher for any other dietary requirements of the class.
Taking photos on campus
Taking photos and videos of students on Campus
At Bangkok Patana School we welcome parents on to our campus.
As part of this agreement, all parents must agree to our Parents’ Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
This includes:
- Never taking images in toilets, changing rooms or areas where privacy is expected.
- Using judgement before taking and before sharing images of students.
During a regular school day, parents may only take images of their own child – unless they have sought and received permission from another family to include their child in a group photo.
Family employees with access to the campus must also abide by this rule.
Where and when can parents take photos and videos when on campus?
Location / event | Can parents take photos? |
Parents invited to attend events/special days held outside buildings. E.g. Year Group Sports Day; Loy Krathong; Chinese New Year; International Day; Interclass Sports. | Yes |
Inter-school sporting competitions including BMAC, FOBISIA, SEASAC. | Yes |
ECAs including Seasonal Sports and Academy training (swimming, gymnastics, dance, tennis, football). | No |
Year Group special dress up days and expos. | Yes – with guidance from year group or team leaders. |
Theatre performances and special assemblies. | Follow guidance given by staff at the start of the performance. |
Year Group or Key Stage assemblies | No. *Parents of musical performers may be invited to take a photo at the end. |
Departure and arrival for Residential Visits. | Yes |
Inside year group buildings on normal days | No |
Attending own child’s birthday | May take photo of own child and/or own child with teacher |
Taking photos or filming through windows | No |
Important Contacts
| Department | Contact Number | Email |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Office | 02 785 2258 | primary@patana.ac.th |
| Transport | 02 785 2470 | transport@patana.ac.th |
| Primary Nurse | 02 785 2478 02 785 5460 | nurse@patana.ac.th |
| ECAs | 02 785 2231 | eca@patana.ac.th |
| PTG | Year 1 Rep: ptgy1@patana.ac.th | |
| Year Group Leaders | Curriculum - Meagan Wilson - mewi@patana.ac.th Pastoral - Michael Dolan - mido@patana.ac.th Assistant Leader - Vicky Paxman - vipx@patana.ac.th |
Year 1 birthdays
Happy birthday to all children who will celebrate their birthdays this week and over the holiday!
Bella (1A)
Pippa (1J)
Quinn (1W)
Kristin (1A)
Vela (1M)
Chloe (1K)
Birthday Treats
Children may bring in a special treat to share with the class.
Please contact the class teacher to arrange a suitable time.
· Brownies, cupcakes, small donuts, and cake slices are easier for your child to give out
· We do not give out drinks (e.g., bubble tea, sodas)
· Please reduce plastic packaging.
· We do not allow party bags or other gifts to be given out at school, either for birthdays, or other celebrations.