Living our values: we are engaged
Note from the Principal
1 Sept 2023
A note from the Principal
Dear Parents,
This week I have loved seeing so many of
our parents at various events!
On Tuesday, we hosted our first parent partnership workshop looking at the year
ahead. On the same day, we welcomed our Year 1 – 6 parents to the Introduction
to the Learning meetings. And on Thursday, we said hello to all our new parents
at the PTG welcome breakfast.
I reflect on the importance of listening and communication and how everything
we do is a partnership. We are delighted to work with you this coming year to
create a thriving learning habitat at Patana.
Sarah McCormack
Key Dates
Event | Date | Location | |
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ECA Block One starts | 4.9.23 | Whole school | Students and staff |
Primary Thai Parent Meeting | 5.9.23 | Primary Hall | Parents and Teachers |
Wai Kru | 14.9.23 | Primary Hall | Students and Staff |
School Closed - Long weekend | 15.9.23 | BPS | BPS |
World Peace Day | 21.9.23 | BPS | Students and Staff |
Patana Fun Run | 1.10.23 | TBC | BPS |
Parent Teacher Meetings | WB 2.10.23 | Classrooms | Primary parents and teachers |
Music Performance Week | 2.10.23 | TBC | |
Tiger Spirit Day | 4.10.23 | BPS | |
Dance Festival | 6.10.23 | TBC |
Learning
Art Competition
Smart watches
Last year, we sent out a message to parents to inform them that students should not wear Smart watches to school.
PE
PE blocks
Basketball requires Patana PE kit and water bottle.
Swimming requires black swimsuit/swim shorts, swim cap (for hair longer than shoulder length) goggles and towel. Black rash vest is optional and sunscreen is recommended.
On non swimming days, students should come to school in their PE kits and trainers. Please ensure they have their school uniform and black shoes to change into
Well Being
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
Snacks
Students are welcome to bring in a healthy and filling snack to eat at morning breaktimes. Please note NO sweets (candies), energy drinks or large bags of snacks are permitted. Students are not allowed to share snacks.
A reminder - NO NUTS in the primary school
School Cardigan
Some students can find the classroom conditions a little cool , but can wear a school cardigan in class. These can be purchased from the Tiger Shop
Before and After School
Before school starts at 7.30 the Y6 children are allowed to come to the hardcourt. During this time they are not allowed to play ball games or running games.
They are aware of this but might need a few reminders. It would be great if you could help us with this.
From next week, when the adult on duty blows the whistle, they should stand still. On the second whistle, the children can then make their way directly to their classrooms.
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 2:30pm
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.
School Uniform Reminders
Hair
- Hair should be neat and conservative in appearance.
- Hair longer than shoulder-length should be tied back.
Uniform
- Students should wear black shoes that support the whole foot and allow them to be active. On PE days they should have school shoes in their bag that they can change into after schoo
- Only the blue school cardigan should be worn at school
Watches
- We encourage the children to wear a digital or analogue watch to help them learn the time.
- Smart watches are not to be worn during the school day. They are kept in bags during the day.
Global Citizenship
You can keep up to date with current events around the world by watching Newsround, an age appropriate news show. Being aware of current events will help your child to make connections with a range of themes when reading in class, and it is an ideal opportunity for you to model discussing your opinions and using experiences to draw connections between events and people.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround
General Information
PTG
A message from the Patana Japan Group
<日本グループに参加しませんか>
パタナの日本グループは日本人生徒や日本語を母国語とする保護者により運営されているグループです。現在およそ70家族が加入しており、毎年行われるインターナショナルデーなどの学校活動に協力しています。また情報交換の場として親睦会を行っています。
参加ご希望の方はpatanajapaneseg@gmail.comまでご連絡ください。
Hello!
Welcome to Patana!
We are the Patana Japan Group consisting of approximately 70 families, mainly supporting International Day and other school activities.
If you are Japanese parent and are interested in joining this group, please don’t hesitate to contact US by sending email to patanajapaneseg@gmail.com.
You are the most welcome!
Kindest regards,
Japan group
Tiger Shop
Iron Labels (clothes/bags/trainers/swimming suits..):
36 pcs per set
350 bht
Sticker Label (cups/snack boxes/shoes/musical instruments/goggles..):
36 pcs per set
Waterproof
350 bht
Pick up: 7 working days after placing the order.
Birthdays
Happy Birthday to Vee (6T) and Risa (6M). We hope you enjoy your special day!
Birthday Treats
We are a NUT FREE school. Children may bring in a special treat to share with the class.
Please contact the class teacher to arrange a suitable time.
- Brownies, cupcakes and individual cake slices are easier for your child to give out.
- Please reduce plastic packaging as much as possible - please no bubble teas, fizzy drinks or caffeine drinks.
- We do not allow party bags or other gifts to be given out at school, either for birthdays, or other celebrations.
Temporary Guardianship Form - let us know if both parents are going away and leaving a student with a friend, nanny or a maid.
Important Contacts
Department | Contact Number | |
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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 6 PTG Rep is ptgy6@patana.ac.th Primary Representative - Apollo Chansrichawlat ptgprimary@patana.ac.th | |
Year Group Leaders | Leader of Learning and Welfare: Ms Sarah Dibley sadi@patana.ac.th Leader of Learning and Curriculum: Mr Todd Thornback toth@patana.ac.th Assistant Leader of Learning: Mr Alex Lowe allw@patana.ac.th |