This week we have started our adventures on the Endurance. Lots of Drama action for our students.
A note from the Principal
Last Saturday, we were delighted to host a “Play in a Day” for approximately 40 of our students. Led by Divergent Theatre, the children took part in drama workshops throughout the day, culminating in a performance for parents at the end. Opportunities like this reflect the value we place on drama as a powerful way for students to build confidence, collaborate with others, and express themselves creatively. Meanwhile, in Year 6, planning is well underway for their end-of-year production. I am not sure I am able to share what it is just yet, so mum is the word. But we are certainly in for a treat!
Have a great weekend.
Sarah McCormack
Upcoming events and dates for your diary
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Presentation for Parents | 27th January | Primary Hall 2.45 |
Whole School ECA Block C Confirmations & Phase 2 Sign-up OPEN | 26th - 30th January | |
Primary Parents Workshop : Primary Library- Curiosity, Creativity and Critical Thinking | 3rd February | 8.00-9.00am Y2 Collaborative Space |
Primary Parents Workshop : Calm and Connected - Supporting Students at Home to Enhance Engagement at School | 10th February | 8.00-9.00amPrimary Hall |
| Primary Lunar New Year Assembly | 13th February | 10-11 Sports Hall |
| Half Term Break | 16th-20th February | |
| Primary Science Week | 23rd - 27th February | |
Primary Parents Workshop : Rebuilding Coral Reefs in Thailand by Piers Baille | 24th February | 8.00-9.00am Primary Hall |
Primary Parents Workshop : Safeguarding Training for Parent Volunteers | 25th February | 8.00-9.00am Con405 |
Wellbeing
Positive Behaviours - Positive Attitudes
Residential Information
Preparations are well under way for our Y3 Residential Visits in March 2026. You should have recived an email about this, this week. If you did not recieve it please let your classroom teacher know.
All parents are very welcome to attend our Y3 Residential Presentation on Tuesday 27th January.
2:45 in the Primary Hall - Carol Battram
Brief overview of our Residential Programme.
3:00 – 3:30 in the Primary Hall – Thomas Leighton and Di Jones
Overview of the Y3 Residential Visit to Varuna Yacht Club
Slides will be shared on the Y3 Residential Blog.
Supervision between 2:30 and 3:30
Years 3-6 may go to the KS2 library until 3:30 or remain in the Primary Hall.
Years 1-2 may go to the KS1 library if accompanied by a parent/carer.
*Please contact Transport if you plan to cancel your child’s afternoon bus on 27th January.
Great Books about puberty, sex and growing up
If you are not always sure what to share with your child, or how to start a conversation, please come and browse.
These books can be found in the Parents’ Section of the Secondary Library
Some are written specifically to support parents and caregivers as their child navigates growing up.
We have recently added two new books to this section which are inclusive and comprehensive.
- The Parents’ Guide to Explaining Sex
- Sex Positive talks to have with kids
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:
Charlie 3B, Darius 3S, Harvey 3J and Ari 3B
General Information
Art Competition
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
Songkran Dance ECA
Parent Partnership Workshop
Please use this link to catch up on any presentations you may have missed:
Parent Workshops & Presentations
Fun Day
Home Language Books
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 |