Our first four classes have enjoyed their residentials this week and we have four more excited classes departing next week!
A note from the Principal
This week I have been reflecting on the wider opportunities our students experience beyond the classroom. The highlight for many was our Year 3 students heading off to Pattaya for their first Residential. It is always a special milestone, with lots of learning taking place as students spend time away from home, growing in independence and confidence.
At the same time, other students have been representing the school at different events, including the Year 5 Readers Cup, FOBISIA Music and gymnastics in Singapore. It has certainly been a busy and exciting week, with students pursuing their interests, performing, competing, and representing Bangkok Patana with pride!
Look forward to seeing you at Fun Day tomorrow!
Sarah McCormack
Upcoming events and dates for your diary
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Fun day! | Saturday 14th March | |
| Residential Week 2 - 3D and 3M Monday - Wednesday | 16th -18th March | |
| Y5 Bring Buy and Bake Sale | Thursday 19th March | |
| Residential Week 2 - 3B and 3H Wednesday - Friday | 18th - 20th March | |
| Smile day | Wednesday 25th March | |
| Parent Teacher Meetings | 30th March - 2nd April | |
| Block C ECAs finish Last day of Term 2 | 3rd April | |
| Term 3 Starts | Monday 20th April |
Wellbeing
Positive Behaviours - Positive Attitudes
RSE
Talking with your child about Relationships and Sex
After the Songkran break, we teach an RSE unit in Y1-Y6.
You may find this article helpful as an overview for Primary age children.
It contains a link to relevant books in our libraries.
Talking With Your Child About Sex and Relationships - Bangkok Patana School
Residential Information
Please see below the slides from the presentation about residential. If you have any worries or concerns please contact your child's class teacher.
Packing List
Please see below for the packing list!
PACKING LIST: Please label all belongings with name and class code.
Please help your child to pack their small duffel bag or small wheelie case.
Students should be able to identify their own belongings and carry their own bags.
❖ 2 pairs of shorts
❖ 4 T-shirts
❖ 4 pairs of socks
❖ 4 pairs of underwear
❖ 1 pair of long trousers or jogging pants
❖ Sandals/flip flops for beach
❖ Trainers or comfortable shoes suitable for all activities
❖ One set of smart clothes for dinner
❖ Sweatshirt
❖ Something to sleep in
❖ Swimsuit and towel
❖ Plastic bag for dirty laundry
❖ Toiletries packed in a toilet bag (including mosquito repellent)
❖ Sunglasses and sun cream
❖ Reading/puzzle books
❖ Comforter for bedtime – teddy bear, blanket etc.
❖ Small backpack for journey and picnic
❖ Water bottle
❖ Face masks/hand gel
A torch is also useful
Residential Blog
Good luck to our first four classes who head off on their residential next week, we can't wait to hear all your stories when you come back. Parents, please click on the photo below to take you to our special Residential Blog page. There will be one blog per residential.
Bring Buy and Bake Sale
Next Thursday, Year 5 will be holding a Bring, Buy and Bake Sale to raise money for those affected by floods in Thailand and children in Year 3 have been invited to visit. Your child is welcome to bring money to buy pre-loved items or a sweet treat on the day. Between 50 and 200 baht is recommended, ideally in coins or 20 baht notes. Thank you very much for your support.
Smile Day
Prothesis Foundation Collection
A big thank you to all of you that have been sending in aluminum for the Prothesis Foundation - please keep them coming.
Click here to find out more about their work in Thailand www.prosthesesfoundation.or.th
Learning
Y3 Curriculum Term 2
How far can we go?
We will be learning about explorers and inventions. If you would like more information about our curriculum please visit our Curriculum page here
PE
Please note, the swimming module of our PE curriculum has finished. For the rest of the school year the children will have PE lessons on both Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please can they come to school in their PE kits with their uniforms in their bags on these days. Many Thanks.
Class Blogs
Please visit our class blogs to find out about our learning in each of the classes!
Click on the image below and it will take you to the blog pages.
Birthdays
Happy Birthday this week goes to:
General Information
A message from Ms Tanya
Dear Parents,
The YMSA Competition has just launched, and entries are due in March. Please see the files below for more information.
Please send entries to me at tape@patana.ac.th, and I will submit them to the organisers. They can be hand drawn or digital but should be illustrated.
Kind regards,
Ms Tanya
Parent Partnership Workshop
Please use this link to catch up on any presentations you may have missed:
Parent Workshops & Presentations
Fun Day
PTG
Temporary Guardianship form
Temporary Guardianship Form - let us know if both parents are going away and leaving a student with a friend, nanny or a maid.
Important Contact Numbers
| Department | Contact Number | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3 Rep - ptgy3@patana.ac.th
ptgprimary@patana.ac.th | |
| Year Group Leaders | Mrs Diana Jones dijo@patana.ac.th Mr Dan Hatfield daha@patana.ac.th |