GUIDING STATEMENTS
WELL-BEING
WE ARE :
Protected, safe and secure
Motivated and engaged
Responsible and honest
Kind, compassionate and respectful
Balanced and fulfilled
MISSION
Our mission is to ensure that students of different nationalities grow to their full potential as independent learners in a caring British international community.
VALUES
LEARNING
WE ARE :
Rigorous, inquisitive and creative
Collaborative and confident communicators
Critical, reflective thinkers
Resourceful and resilient
VISION
We develop global citizens who shape their world through independence, empathy, creativity and critical thinking.
GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
WE ARE :
Conscientious role models
Committed to integrity and equity
Diverse and inclusive
Ethical and informed
Active stewards of the environment and our communities
INTRODUCTIONS
Chris Sammons | Head of School
Bangkok Patana School has extraordinary strengths built on shared values that define our community. In an uncertain world, the success of our students in their academic achievements, physical and artistic endeavours remains constant for each generation that study here.
This year’s academic achievements reflect our commitment to excellence. In a world of constant change, Bangkok Patana remains a safe harbour—anchored by dedicated staff, supportive families and students striving to be their best.
Whilst you will be impressed by the continued success of our graduates built on years of experience and proven approaches to education, the unmeasurable character and responsible social leadership they demonstrate are what really defines them.
The World Economic Forum forecasts that 22% of jobs will be disrupted by 2030 with a net gain of 78 million roles globally.
Our students, developing intercultural fluency and human-centred skills such as curiosity, creativity and connectedness are well placed in taking up these future jobs.
Bangkok Patana graduates are future ready learners
THE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Sarah McCormack | Primary Principal
This year has been full of big moments and small triumphs, each one showing what is possible when children embrace learning at Bangkok Patana and within a culture that is safe, curious and kind.
The Year 6 Aladdin musical lit up the stage and captured months of hard work, creativity and teamwork. Across the region, our students represented our Primary School with distinction at FOBISIA events - from the beautiful harmonies of the choir and the sharp thinking of the maths team, to spirited sporting performances and the creativity on show in our inaugural Drama event ‘Down The Rabbit Hole.’
Equally important are the smaller moments: a child solving a tricky problem, discovering a new passion, or showing a simple act of kindness. These everyday successes speak just as strongly about who we are and the potential in every learner.
As you turn these pages, you will see evidence of that growth and joy in every area of school life This booklet celebrates our students and the shared journey that makes Patana Primary such a remarkable place to learn and belong.
PRIMARY SCHOOL RESULTS
David Walton | Assistant Principal, Assessment and Reporting
In the Primary School, we are committed to understanding and supporting the whole student through a robust process of data triangulation. Central to this approach is our use of internationally recognised standardised assessments, including the International Schools’ Assessment (ISA) and the GL Assessment suite of Progress Tests in Mathematics (PTM) and English (PTE).
International Schools’ Assessment (ISA)
The International Schools’ Assessment (ISA) is administered in Year 6. The ISA results benchmark our students’ performance against their peers globally. Given our standing, we take particular interest in comparisons with similar schools in the AsiaPacific region; including countries such as China and Singapore, who consistently
achieve high rankings in the PISA assessments. As illustrated in the accompanying tables, Bangkok Patana Primary students have out-performed both regional and international schools in Mathematics and Reading.
Progress Tests (GL Education)
The PTM and PTE are administered in Years 4, 5 and 6. Developed by GL Assessment and used by leading schools worldwide, the PTM and PTE provide a clear, independent snapshot of each student’s attainment and progress. The assessments are carefully designed to align with international curricula and are standardised on tens of thousands of students, allowing us to benchmark our students’ performance against both UK and global averages stud
International Schools’ Assessment (ISA)
Year 6 Reading score reached 507, outpacing both Regional Schools (425) and All Schools (409) by a substantial margin.
Progress Test in English (PTE)
The PTE covers key areas such as spelling, grammar, punctuation and reading comprehension, using age-appropriate fiction and non-fiction texts.
International Schools’ Assessment (ISA)
Year 6 students achieved a score of 485 in Mathematics, significantly above both the Regional Schools (470) and All Schools (453) benchmarks.
Progress Test in Mathematics (PTM)
The PTM covers a broad range of mathematical skills, including number, calculation, shape, space, measures and data handling.
THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Matt Seddon | Secondary Principal
It is always a source of immense pride for me to introduce the Student Achievement book, which shines a spotlight on the brilliance, commitment and resilience of our students, as well as the diversity of their talents. This publication stands as a testament to the outstanding efforts of our students, highlighting not only their academic accomplishments but also their enthusiastic involvement in a wide array of extracurricular pursuits. As you turn these pages, I hope you are as inspired and proud as I am by the remarkable young people at Bangkok Patana School.
Our 2025 Graduating Class has once again proved that great learning leads to great outcomes. Their dedication over the last two years has been remarkable and this can be seen through their outstanding IB Diploma results. This year, our students achieved an average score of 35 out of 45, continuing our tradition of excellence, and well above the global average. Trinity Jantarach and Fahsai Pibulsonggram attained an exceptional 44 points; Sara Fuseno, Parita Phanratanamongkol and Shihyun Lee outperformed their baseline data by the greatest amount. These results, and the many, many individual success stories are a reflection of the commitment and dedication of our students and staff alike
Our Year 11 cohort also achieved the most remarkable set of results in their (I)GCSE examinations. 66% of all grades, in all subjects were at A* or A (7-9), rightly showcasing the strong academic culture which permeates through our school. We recognise Tanna Chou, Yeonjae Lee, Oliver O’Moore, Violet Stephen and Jira Wongswan, who all achieved nine or more A* / grade 9s. As our students progress to Year 12 and beyond, their achievements serve as a foundation for future successes in the IB Diploma Programme.
Alongside academic achievements, we are so proud to celebrate student accomplishments in arts, sports, MUN, the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and more. These activities are such an important part of an enriched Bangkok Patana education and build valuable skills beyond the classroom.
We also celebrate the role of student voice in influencing the direction of our school. Through participation in Student Representative Councils, community action teams and leadership roles, students contribute to decision-making processes and school culture. Their involvement supports the development of a dynamic and inclusive environment.
This publication is a reflection of everything the Bangkok Patana family stands for. Every day I realise how fortunate we all are to be part of such a vibrant and dedicated community. Thank you for sharing in our celebration of student achievement.
(I)GCSE EXAMINATION RESULTS
Samuel Mooring | (I)GCSE Examinations Leader
This year’s IGCSE results have set a new benchmark for academic excellence at Bangkok Patana School. Our students achieved an outstanding 41% of grades at A* (or equivalent), the highest ever recorded by a Bangkok Patana exam cohort. This remarkable accomplishment highlights the dedication, resilience and commitment to learning shown by our students.
Among the many successes, five students achieved A* or 9 in nine or more subjects, demonstrating exceptional all-round academic ability. In addition, 50 students earned A*, A, 9–7 in nine or more subjects, which is a testament to their hard work
and consistent performance across a wide range of disciplines. In total, 177 students successfully obtained their IGCSE qualifications, reflecting the collective effort of the entire Year group. These results are not only a credit to our students, but also to the support of their families and the guidance of their teachers. We are immensely proud of what our students have achieved. Their results are proof of what can be accomplished with determination, curiosity and a love of learning—qualities that will serve them well in their future studies and beyond.
% of A* - C Grades (includes 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9)
% of A* - B Grades (includes 6, 7, 8 & 9)
% of A* - A Grades (includes 7, 8 & 9)
% of A* Grades (includes 8 & 9)
students received 9 or more A*(9s) of all grades were A* (8-9 of grades awarded were either A* or A (7-9) across all subjects 84% 66% 5 41% of grades across all subjects were within the A* to C range 96%
of grades across all subjects were between A* and B (6-9)
students achieved A*, A (7-9) on 9+ subjects 50
(I)GCSE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS
Samuel Mooring | (I)GCSE Examinations Leaderr
These students achieved an A*/9 in nine or more subjects:
Tanna Chou
Yeonjae Lee
Oliver O’ Moore
Violet Stephan Jira Wongswan
These students showed the most progress between their YELLIS predictions at the start of Year 10 and their final (I)GCSE results
Sira Anuras
Amelie Ashbee
Elena Burton
Zhewen Cao
Rosalie Clapp
Parisa Kaocharern
Khadeejah Saboor Khilji
Alin Sae-Be
Swasakorn Sapayanon
Teerin Thanunmanee
Jira Wongswan
Cambridge
Outstanding
Learner Awards
Nadia Chevangkul - Mathematics (Without Coursework), Top in World
Nabhat Ngamtrakulpanit - Mathematics (Without Coursework), Top in World
Violet Stephan - Design & Technology, Top in World
Pearson Outstanding Learner Awards
Aya Haviv Buck - Highest Mark in Asia, Pearson Edexcel GCSE in Art and Design: Fine Art
Zhewen Cao - Highest Mark in Thailand, Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in History
Caleb Combrinck - Highest mark in Asia, Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in French
Yeonjae Lee - Highest Mark in Thailand, Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Geography
Valerie Luedi - Highest Mark in Thailand, Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Chinese
Robin Theaud - Highest Mark in Thailand, Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Science (Double Award)
Tobias Woessner - Highest Mark in Asia, Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German
Luomeng Zhang - Highest Mark in Thailand, Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Spanish
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA RESULTS
Andrew Roff | Assistant Principal, IB Coordinator
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a five-term programme of study that consists of students taking six subjects, three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level, each of which can score a maximum of seven points. Additional components of the IB programme are Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay which can provide up to three ‘bonus’ points to students, giving a theoretical maximum score of 45 points, with 24 points being the minimum pass requirement. Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) must also be completed as it is also a core part of the IBDP which aims to encourage students to continue their learning outside the curriculum through their involvement in the local and wider community.
The Graduating Class of 2025 was a cohort of 130 students, 128 of whom took the IB Diploma
99%
We are delighted to share the wonderful results of our Graduating Class of 2025, who scored an incredible 5 points higher than the World Average in their IB Diploma results of Bangkok Patana IB Diploma students passed, against the world average pass rate of 80%
HISTORICAL SUMMARY
21% 35 Achieved 40 points or higher
Average score for students who passed (5 points higher than the world average of 30 points).
NOTABLE STUDENTS
Andrew Roff | Assistant Principal, IB Coordinator
As a non academically-selective school, we are incredibly proud of our statistics in the IB Diploma. Such a high average score points to some outstanding individual performances.
To achieve 40 points or more in the IB Diploma is a significant challenge to even the most able student as they must not only balance the demands of these subjects but also the demands placed upon them by the core elements (CAS, the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge) as well as the wide range of extra-curricular activities with which they are involved. Congratulations to these students who achieved 40 or more points and make up 21% of our cohort of 128. Globally only 9% of students received 40 or more points.
Devaansh Banga
Utkarsh Bagaria
Burapa Boonvisut
Sunu Chang
Alexandru Erhan
Amaya Fahr
Aira Ganesh Kawamura
Kaavya Italiya
Sayako Ikeda
Trinity Jantarach
Ponrapi Kasemsri Na Ayudhaya
MD Wafi Huda
Shihyun Lee
Yeonsu Lee
Oisin McCormack
Fahsai Pibulsonggram
Parita Phanratanamongkol
Hanseol Ryu
Saira Sachdev
Tiger Tam
Claire Tantapakul
Kayne Tatiyamaneekul
Sanae Tohi
Paripatra Uchupalanan
Tin Vu
Sarah Yue Tong Wong
Shruti Zariye
Using a standardised model allows us to project a likely IB Diploma points score for students based on an adaptive skills test taken at the start of Year 12. Tracking each student’s progress against this projection allows us to identify the students who have made the greatest progress over the course of the two-year Senior Studies programme. With this in mind, it is also very important to recognise and celebrate the achievement of the following students who demonstrated excellent application and hard work during the course of their IB Diploma to achieve the furthest above their projection.
Devaansh Banga
Amaya Fahr
Sara Fuseno
MD Wafi Huda
Scarlet Hornby
Shihyun Lee
Parita Phanratanamongkol
Suhana Kaur
Yuki Ando
GRADUATE DESTINATIONS
Andrew Haughton | Head of Faculty, Careers and University Counselling
Grad’25 continued the Bangkok Patana School tradition of securing desirable places at universities around the world. Eighty-two percent of students received an offer from their first or second choice university. Students demonstrated the values of well-being, learning and global-citizenship in their thorough research to find the university which best fit their personal and academic needs. Additionally, over half students are attending a university ranked in the global
AUSTRALIA
Bhaavni Batwara
Gunn Benhar
top 100 according to either TES, QS or US News and World Report ranking. Eager to see the world in a different way before starting university, six of our Grad’25 students are taking a gap year or entering military training. No matter what their chosen path, every Grad’25 student has found the best fit for themselves. We know they will make Bangkok Patana School proud.
University of Melbourne
Applying to Australian Universities
Finnegan Clapp University of Melbourne
Felix Darley University of Melbourne
Risa Ezuka University of Melbourne
Aira Ganesh Kawamura University of Melbourne
Mithil Gupta Monash University
Scarlet Hornby
University of Melbourne
Dohyeon Kim Australia
Micol Riato
Applying to Australian Universities
Kulamongkol Sonakul Na Ayudhaya University of Melbourne
Tiger Tam University of Melbourne
Yun-Chun Wang University of Melbourne
Raiya Williams University of Technology Sydney
Sarah Yue Tong Wong University of Sydney
Ruoshan Xu Monsash University
BELGIUM
Emma Christiaen
CANADA
Aidan Lim
KU Leuven
McMaster University
Muniza Parvaiz Concordia University, Canada
Xiaomei Zhang University of Toronto
FRANCE
Samuel Barta
Nathan Guillossou
Alan Guillossou
Benjamin Lu
GAP YEAR
Claire Herslov
Emily Kendle
Reggie Knight
Netali Nahmias
Niamh Smith
Peter Sorensen
Janine Walker
HONG KONG
Jodie Ching
Heer Patel
Shiksha Srivastava
INDIA
Kangna Kamdar
IRELAND
MD Wafi Huda
ESCP Paris
EDHEC Business School
EDHEC Business School
Institut International de l’Image et du Son
Gap Year
Gap Year
Gap Year
Gap Year
Employment
Gap Year
Gap Year
Applying to Universities in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Metropolitan University
The University of Hong Kong
Whistling Woods International
University College Cork
Marketing
History & Politics
Film & Television
History
Architecture
Commerce
Banking and Finance
Bachelor of Commerce
Finance
History & Psychology
Architecture
Economics and Finance
Media Communications
Engineering
Nursing
Pharmaceutical Science
Psychology
Biology
Accountancy
Psychology
Business and Economics
International Business Administration
International Business Administration
Bachelor of Cinema and Audiovisual Arts
Business Management
Applied Psychology
Business Administration
Filmmaking
Medicine
ITALY
Alexandru Erhan
JAPAN
Sara Fuseno
Yuki Ando
NETHERLANDS
Stefan Andersen
Nadja Borjesson
Nicolas Fornillo
Alexander Janssen
Aryan Malhotra
Nathan Pasqualini
Lili Szabo
Wesley Van Der Sluijs
Elliot Wallin
SINGAPORE
Sunu Chang
Hanseol Ryu
SOUTH KOREA
Shihyun Lee
SPAIN
Rodrigo Gil De La Iglesia
Nora Lonnback
Oden Stalberg
Sybille Theaud
Margot Webert
Benoit Wendel
SWITZERLAND
Aroosha Asim
Bocconi University
International Christian University
Applying to Japanese Universities
Maastricht University
Maastricht University
Thim University of Applied Sciences
Maastricht University
Erasmus University Rotterdam
University of Amsterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Tilburg University
Eindhoven University of Technology
Nanyang Technological University
National University of Singapore
Biological Sciences
Universidad de Alcalа`
IE University
IE University
IE University
IE University
IE University
Hospitality Management
Dara Rodel Dentistry
THAILAND
Karnpichcha Chanyarakskul
Ellie Imsuwansri
Ricky Jain
Arth Patel
Ratchapol Thebpatipat
Patharasiri Tiraratanakul
Shoko Yoneyama
UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
Paratchamont Benjasiriwan
Amy Brettell
Jennifer Greenbank
Kiri Hart
Ema Hashimoto
Tara-Lynn Heuer
Bhagabhon Jivavattanasak
Ponrapi Kasemsri Na Ayudhaya
Rehana Kaur
Suhana Kaur
Rosaleen Knox
Thammasat University
Rangsit University
Chulalongkorn University
Mahidol University
The Joint Medical Program, Srinakharinwirot
Economics
Media, Communication and Culture
Economics
Economics and Business Economics
International Business Administration
Physiotherapy
International Business
International Economics and Business
Politics, Psychology, Law & Economics (PPLE)
Economics and Business Economics
Economics
Mechanical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering and Computer
Engineering
South Korea
Engineering
Dual Degree in Business Administration and International Relations
Business Administration
Communication and Digital Media
Economics
Business Administration
Е`cole Hôtelière de Lausanne
University of Zurich
Medicine
Medicine
Business Administration
Business
Medicine University and The University of Nottingham
The Joint Medical Program, Srinakharinwirot
Medicine University and The University of Nottingham
Chulalongkorn University and Joint International Psychology Program University of Queensland
University of Nottingham
University of Leeds
King’s College London
University of Edinburgh
University College London
University of Manchester
University of the Arts London
King’s College London
University of Warwick
University of Edinburgh
University of Exeter
Law
English Literature
Business Management
Environmental Science
Medical Physics
Geography
Interior Design
Economics and Management
Psychology
Biomedical Science
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Yeonsu Lee
Oisin McCormack
Alexander Millard
Gracie Minchin
Holly Myers
Ranya Omair
Kyra Porritt
Jasmine Power
Saira Sachdev
Thaya Siamwalla
James Somanader
Nathasorn Sorakraikitikul
Pitcha Tangtrongchitr
Claire Tantapakul
Mya Tatam
Sanae Tohi
Tin Vu
Anouk Zappa
Shruti Zariye
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (USA)
Leo Alfaro
Utkarsh Bagaria
Devaansh Banga
Chakraboon Bhanarai
Burapa Boonvisut
Reyce Gabriel De La Cruz
Amaya Fahr
Angelina Feng
Akshit Gupta
Sayako Ikeda
Emily Ireland
Taku Ishizaki
Kaavya Italiya
Trinity Jantarach
Younha Ko
Kaira Kothari
Meera Krishnan
Alyssa Loke
Manintorn Manavutiveth
John Miller
Aksh Patel
Parita Phanratanamongkol
Fahsai Pibulsonggram
Sasha Prachaseri
Tokito Saeki
Pou Ieng Si
Advaita Sinha
Ishaan Somani
Kayne Tatiyamaneekul
Max Thompson
Paripatra Uchupalanan
Shreyak Umashankar
Shuhan Ye
Imperial College London
London School of Economics and Political Science
Newcastle University
University of Exeter
Lancaster University
King’s College London
University of Bristol
Norwich University of the Arts
University of Southampton
Royal Veterinary College
University of Leeds
University College London
City St George’s University of London
London School of Economics and Political Science
University of Sussex
University of Bristol
University of Bath
University of Leeds
King’s College London
Baylor University
Georgia Institue of Technology
University of California, Los Angeles
Tufts University
University of California, Los Angeles
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
Cornell University
University of Southern California
New York University
New York University
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Boston University
Brown University
Ringling College of Art and Design
University of California, San Diego
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Visual Arts, Chicago
Boston University
Pennsylvania State University
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
University of Pennsylvania
Northeastern University
Northeastern University
University of Southern California
Boston University
Pennsylvania State University
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Biochemistry
Finance
Claremont McKenna College
Georgia Institute of Technology
Michigan State University
Sacred Heart University
Gap Year/Archaeology and Ancient History
Geography with Study Abroad
Drama, Theatre and Performance
International Development
Law
Film and Moving Image Production
Physiotherapy
Veterinary Medicine
Banking and Finance
Art and Sciences
Business Management
Management
Primary and Early Years Education (with QTS)
Product Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
English Language and Linguistics
Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry
Biochemistry
Electrical Engineering
Statistics and Data Science
Mechanical Engineering
Economics
Business Management
Neuroscience
Hotel Administration
Environmental Engineering
Liberal Studies
Liberal Studies
Sports Management
Chemistry
Health and Human Biology
Computer Animation Major
Social Sciences
Electrical Engineering
Animation
Communications
Business Administration
Supply Chain Management and Analytics
Biological Science
Mechanical Engineering
Economics and Business Administration
Industrial Engineering and Management
Pharmacology and Drug Development
Economics and Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Computer Engineering and Physics
Economics
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Business Economics, DIV 1 Golf
FOUNDATION BOARD AWARDS
Bangkok Patana School’s Foundation Board recognises the talent and hard work of our students with these awards.
Senior Studies Awards
Higher Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement
Trinity Jantarach, Fahsai Pibulsonggram, Shihyun Lee, Parita Phanratanamongkol, Sara Fuseno Award for Exceptional Academic Progress in Year 12
The following students achieved projected grades in their Term 3 reports that were on average more than a grade higher than their ALIS prediction.
Napa-ai Suriyabhivadh, Ethan White, Sita Charatkulangkun, Dashiell LarmerBeech
Key Stage 4 Awards
Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement
Tanna Chou, Yeonjae Lee, Oliver O’Moore, Violet Stephan, Jira Wongswan Award for Exceptional Academic Progress in Year 10
The following students achieved projected grades in their Term 3 reports that were on average more than 1.5 grades higher than their Yellis prediction.
Lievi Menniken, Proudpalin Suriyabhivadh, Varsha Dahiya, Stuti Jain, Tanwaar Taylor and Zahira Choksiri
Key Stage 3 Awards
Key Stage 3 Academic Achievement (Year 9)
These students exceeded expectations by the greatest value across all subjects at the end of Year 9
Deffa Ly, Amelie Kawasaki, Liesl Lauffer, Olivia Linares Munana, Yeshay Wangchuck, Brieanna Beilby, Praifah Briere-Edney, Victoria Brooks, Shivika Kothari and Yuqing Song
Brieanna Beilby
Olivia Linares Munana
Yeonjae Lee
Proudpalin Suriyabhivadh
Jira Wongswan
Amelie Kawasaki
Napa-ai Suriyabhivadh
Yeshay Wangchuck
Shihyun Lee
Deffa Ly
Sita Charatkulangkun
Trinity Jantarach
Varsha Dahiya
Liesl Lauffer
Praifah Briere-Edney
Stuti Jain
Ethan White
Sara Fuseno
Tanna Chou
Dashiell Larmer-Beech
Zahira Choksiri
Tanwaar Taylor
Shivika Kothari
Lievi Menniken
Yuqing Song
Parita Phanratanamongkol
Victoria Brooks
Violet Stephan
Oliver O’Moore Fahsai Pibulsonggram
SCHOLASTIC COMPETITIONS
Throughout the year, our students have myriad opportunities to showcase their knowledge and we have some examples below. Congratulations to the students who took the challenge to compete!
FOBISIA Maths Competition 2025
Eight students from Years 7 and 8 represented Bangkok Patana at the FOBISIA Secondary Maths Competition 2025. Competing among 176 students from 26 schools, our teams tackled rounds ranging from problem-solving and codebreaking to poster creation and Dragon Maths. The event fostered collaboration, creativity and cross-cultural friendships. Notable achievements included Takuto Hirono placing second individually, and team awards in Team Round 1, Crossword and Poster rounds. Though not overall winners, the experience was enriching, blending mathematics with teamwork, leadership and fun.
World Mathematics Championship (WMC) Junior Qualifier
At the World Mathematics Championship Bangkok Patana students showcased their skills across online and in-person rounds. First-time competitors Rajul Grover and Sasipa (Umi) Sirichamroonvit embraced the challenge, with Rajul relying on classroom knowledge and Umi preparing through practice materials. The online round featured fast-paced problem-solving, while the in-person event at Bangkok Patana brought vibrant energy and camaraderie. Highlights included the duel game and a creative twist in the lightning round, where students designed their own maths problems. Congratulations to Veer Golechha, Dongjae (Jay) Kim, Dolrit (Tyno) Thebpatipat, and Sorawit (Al) Limvatanayingyong for earning medals, with Veer, Jay and Tyno advancing to the finals in Melbourne. The competition was not only a test of mathematical ability but also a celebration of teamwork, creativity, and personal growth—an unforgettable experience for all involved.
World Mathematics Championship (WMC) Senior Qualifier
On February 2nd, 70 students from Bangkok schools competed in the Senior Regional Qualifier of the World Mathematics Championship (WMC), held at Bangkok Patana School. Designed for students aged 16+, the event featured online and in-person rounds, testing abstract thinking and real-world problemsolving. Highlights included the Duel card game, silent team challenges and highenergy physical rounds where students raced to submit answers. The competition fostered collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking in a dynamic setting. After
a day of intense maths, students gathered for the medal ceremony. Bangkok Patana students earned 35 medals, with 11 securing golden tickets to the WMC finals at Imperial College London. The event was both challenging and inspiring, encouraging students to embrace mathematical unknowns with enthusiasm and teamwork. It was a memorable experience that celebrated not just achievement, but the joy of learning and discovery.
ROSAMUND STUeTZEL POETRY COMPETITION WORLD SCHOLARS CUP
Our theme this year was ‘Discovery’ which inspired responses ranging from personal, sometimes painful discoveries about the self, to viewing art or nature in a new way, discovering fresh perspectives about the world. Many entrants chose to adopt the persona of another, of historical or mythological figures, and reflected on past events or long-established narratives or beliefs to discover new truths or ideas that transcend time and age.
While we had just under twenty entries this year, the quality was consistently high. In third place with her poem, ‘The Swarm’, Tatayana (Clara) Dulyapraphant, in second place with her poem ‘To Eat your Exile’, Trinity Jantarach; and in first place – Ana Bolakoso, with her poem ‘No New World’.
Bangkok Patana School’s Scholars excelled at the 2023/24 World Scholar’s Cup, showcasing their skills at both the Global Round and the prestigious Tournament of Champions (TOC) at Yale University. During the Globals in Bangkok, over 3,500 scholars from 40 countries participated, and our school’s delegation, consisting of 17 Junior and 18 Senior Scholars, delivered outstanding performances. Collectively, they earned more than 150 gold and silver medals. Chanya (Bayla) Somboonvechakarn stood out, placing sixth in the Cria Scholar category, while Senior Scholars like Patharasiri (Seiya) Tiraratanakul, Utkarsh Bagaria and Veer Golechha secured team trophies for their remarkable achievements.
Following the success at Globals, all teams qualified for the Tournament of Champions (TOC) at Yale, where they faced top scholars from around the world. The TOC wasn’t just another competition; students engaged with Yale students, explored the renowned campus, and ventured into nearby cities such as Boston and New York. Our Scholars did an amazing job and the experience was truly meaningful. They took part in debates, learned about different cultures, made new friends and built valuable skills for the future.
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
Christopher Ferne | Head of Faculty, Arts
Charles
McLean | Leader of Primary Creative Arts
The Arts at Bangkok Patana School are powerful in giving our students avenues for expression. We craft opportunities to enable students to share their creativity, both individually and in collaboration with others. Here are the highlights of the 2024/25 academic year:
ART EXHIBITS
IB Visual Arts Trail, Nov 2024
IB Visual Arts Exhibition March 2025
Art Specialist Showcase @ True Digital Park June 2025
GCSE Art, Digital Art and Photography Exhibition June 2025
MUSIC PERFORMANCES
Solo Festival, September 2024
Patana Plugged, October 2024
Key Stage 3 Strings Festival, November 2024
Christmas Concert, December 2024
Primary Performance Week, January 2025
Chamber Recital, January 2025
Patana Classic Meets Jazz, March 2025
Patana Unplugged, April 2025
Patana United, June 2025
Patana Primary, June 2025
PERFORMING ARTS
Secondary School Musical ‘GREASE,’ December 2024
IB Theatre Solo Performances, February 2025
GCSE Scripted Performances, April 2025
FOBISIA Primary Drama Festival, May 2025
Year 6 Production: Madagascar, May 2025
Key Stage 3 Production ‘Wishful’, May 2025
VISITING THEATRE ARTISTS
Ian Murphy, Visual Artist, November 2024
A&E Theatre Company, ‘Life of Pi’, January 2025
Lin Marsh, Visiting Musician, February 2025
Ross Osmun, Visiting Musician Bishops University, April 2025
ARTS AWARDS
Bangkok Patana Arts students continually astound us with their ability to deliver moving and memorable pieces and performances. This year awards were presented to Secondary students who have demonstrated exemplary skill and exhibited outstanding commitment to their learning in the Arts.
Secondary School ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
Alyssa Loke
Younha (Isabel) Ko
RICHARD HOPKINS MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR
Basile Humbert
Pisha (Eames) Kallayawinai
DRAMA AWARD
Alyssa Loke
Finnegan Clapp
ORCHESTRA AWARD
Paripatra (Ohm) Uchupalanan
CHOIR AWARD
Felix Darley
SPORTS
Billy Osborne | Cross Campus Head of Sport
Our sports programme continues to be a cornerstone of student development, fostering teamwork, resilience, and a lifelong love for physical activity. Throughout the 2024/25 academic year, our students competed across a wide range of sports and age groups, consistently demonstrating excellence, sportsmanship, and pride in representing our school.
Across 65 tournaments, our teams placed in the top 3 in 45 events (69%), with 12 first-place finishes (18%) a testament to the strength and depth of our programme Among the standout achievements:
• JV BMAC Football Champions - Boys and Girls
• U12 Basketball Champions - Boys and Girls
• U14 Softball Champions - Boys and Girls
• U12 Tennis Champions - Boys and Girls
• Bangkok Community Cup Rugby Champions - Boys U13, U15 & U19
• Bangkok Community Cup Volleyball Champions - Girls U19
• Bangkok Community Cup Football Champions - Girls U19
These results reflect the dedication of our student-athletes and the guidance of our committed coaching staff.
SEASAC
SEASAC tournaments are the pinnacle of our competitive calendar, bringing together top international schools from across Southeast Asia. This year, our Varsity athletes proudly represented Bangkok Patana in:
• Vietnam - Volleyball (Division 1)
• Singapore - Volleyball (Division 2), Rugby, Basketball, Badminton (Division 2)
• Malaysia - Cross Country, Golf, Touch Rugby
• Bangkok - Football, Tennis, Swimming, Gymnastics, Badminton (Division 1), Softball
These experiences provided our students with opportunities to compete at the highest level while embracing diverse cultures and building lifelong memories.
Our SEASAC teams delivered strong performances:
SEASAC HIGHLIGHTS
• Boys’ Golf – 2nd Place
• Girls’ Golf – 2nd Place
• Girls’ Tennis – 2nd Place
• Girls’ Basketball – 2nd Place
• Girls’ Football – 3rd Place
• Boys’ Swimming – 3rd Place
FOOTBALL
•Dance Fest 2024: A highlight for students, with workshops from international, professional guest artists in Theatre Jazz, Contemporary and Dancesport. It was a great opportunity for dancers from all areas of the school to come together and learn from top professionals.
•Christmas Assembly: Teams presented a unique Snowman Party dance blending Theatre Jazz and Hip Hop.
•BISP Soccer 7s, Phuket: Our U11 Boys’, U11 Girls’ and U18 Girls’ teams all secured 2nd place.
•Siam Schools League: All the Academy squads took part in year-round competition and a consistent platform for player development in Bangkok. Across the league,
GYMNASTICS SWIMMING
•Tiger Squad Development Teams: these were introduced to bridge the gap between the full competitive team and recreational gymnastics. They have been working alongside the team and many competed in local competitions across Bangkok.
•Fundamental Paws: our Foundation Stage programme has welcomed our youngest students and their parents, giving them the chance to build the essential core skills
•Broadway star J. Elaine Marcos: worked with our JV and Varsity in February, delivering original A Chorus Line choreography.
•ATOD: JV and Varsity entered this international dance competition winning Silver and Gold respectively.
•CSTD: For the first time, all Tiger Kittens and Tiger Cats competed in this national dance competition, where collectively they were awarded 1 Gold, 3 Silvers, 2 Bronze and 11 Honourable Mentions
•Other Opportunities: Dancers performed on the Fun Day stage, in over 40 In-Studio Showcases, in the Tiger Teams Showcase and, of course, Dance Extravaganza, where we were pleased to celebrate 23 male dancers on stage - the academy’s highest number of boys yet!
•SEASAC: Girls’ 4th place in a very tight battle, Boys’ 3rd place.
•Feeding Frenzy: We hosted 600 swimmers from 17 schools across five countries
•BMAC: TigerSharks claimed the overal team title in both Short Course and Long Course
•FOBISIA: 1st Place in the 11-12 age group and Junior category (9-12 years)
•New ITF Certified Tennis Courts: We opened 8 covered courts that have elevated the Tennis Academy’s engagement with students and parents. We have hosted many events and are the envy of all schools not only in Bangkok but around South East Asia
•SEASAC: Girls’ Varsity 2nd in Division 1
•FOBISIA: Outstanding tennis results
our players rose to the challenge and showcased both strength and depth. The U11 Boys, U11 Girls, U13 Boys, U15 Boys and U15 Girls were division winners.
•Bangkok Patana International 7s: We were proud hosts for the second consecutive year to over 100 teams from Southeast Asia and beyond. It was our biggest event yet. This tournament started by Bangkok Patana continues to grow in reputation and has now established itself as a flagship competition on the regional football calendar
needed not just for gymnastics, but for all sports.
•SEASAC Gymnastics: We were proud to host nine schools from across South East Asia. The standard of gymnastics was incredibly high, with impressive talent on display and inspiring moments for our younger students. Six of our eight teams secured podium finishes, alongside many outstanding individual all-around and event final results.
•Other Opportunities: Our wider gymnastics community has thrived through a variety of opportunities. From competing locally and internationally in Indonesia, to students performing in multiple assemblies, senior gymnasts leading younger ones, and even parents taking part in workshops and performances.
•SAS Eagles Aquatics Championships in Singapore saw the TigerSharks in their first overseas invitational since 2017
•Thailand Age Group Championships (Nationals): 26 TigerSharks qualified. There were 15 final appearances from seven swimmers. Five medals were won by Clay Sommer and Katie Chua who both claimed Gold medals at national championships for the first time. These championships earned Katie an invitation to represent Thailand at the annual Southeast Asia Age Group Championships which took place in June in Singapore. Katie stepped up on the international stage for the first time, with improved performances in a very competitive environment.
for both Junior and Senior with Apiwit Limvatanayingyong crowned Champion for U13 Boys’; Runners up for U11 Girls’, U11 Boys’, U10 Boys’, O15 Girls’ and 3rd place for U10 Girls’ and U11 Girls’
•BMAC: Age group team championship wins with U14 Girls’, U12 Boys’ and U12 Girls’. Our JV Boys’, JV Girls’, U11 Boys’ and
U11 Girls’ were the runners up, along with U14 Boys’ securing 3rd place.
•Other events: Weekend matches with UWC Dover and Voyager Tennis Academy in Singapore and a successful orange and green ball future stars series of events for schools in Bangkok
TENNIS
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (ECAS)
Alice Curwood | Cross Campus Vice Principal, Extra-Curricular Activities and Sports
At Bangkok Patana School, the Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) programme continued to be one of the cornerstones of student life in 2024/25. This year, students once again benefited from an extensive and diverse range of opportunities that enabled them to explore their passions, challenge themselves and develop as well-rounded individuals. Our ECAs provided more than just skill development; they nurtured independence, resilience, creativity, collaboration and leadership, all preparing students to thrive in the future.
Supported by our outstanding facilities, expert coaches, teachers and external specialists, the programme offered inclusive activities every afternoon. Participation enriched the school experience for thousands of students by fostering friendships, boosting confidence, encouraging problem-solving, and instilling lifelong healthy habits. The 2024/25 programme reflected Bangkok Patana’s commitment to providing a rich, balanced and forward-thinking ECA experience. Students embraced the opportunities on offer, achieving success, growth and joy in activities that shaped both their school journey and their future.
SOME KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR EXTRA-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME INCLUDE:
Creative Arts ECAs: Students expressed their creativity through painting, sculpture, pottery, photography, fashion design and mixed media, finding new ways to showcase their talents.
Performing Arts ECAs: Music and theatre thrived with choirs, ensembles, bands, instrumental lessons and school productions, allowing students to shine on stage and build confidence.
Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award: Students in Years 10–13 pursued Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards, strengthening character and resilience through skills, physical challenges, service and adventurous expeditions.
Competitive Sports: Membership in SEASAC, FOBISIA and the Bangkok Metropolitan Athletic Conference (BMAC) enabled students to represent the school and compete with pride against teams in Bangkok, across the region and beyond
Academies: Specialised coaching in football, swimming, gymnastics, dance and tennis provided structured development pathways and competitive opportunities throughout the year.
STEM ECAs: Coding, robotics, podcasting, electronics and digital media gave students the chance to connect classroom learning to innovation and real-world applications.
Recreational Sports and Well-Being:
A broad offering of non-competitive activities such as yoga, martial arts, rollerblading, table tennis, fencing, spinning and fitness training promoted balance, enjoyment and lifelong healthy habits
Community Engagement: Learners made a positive impact through initiatives such as marine conservation, Habitat for Humanity, Smile Club, PAWS and Interact, developing empathy and a strong sense of responsibility.
ECAS BY CATEGORY
Percentage of total offerings shown in brackets
PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS IN EACH KEY STAGE WHO DO ONE OR MORE ECA PER WEEK
INTERNATIONAL AWARD
Emma Kay Bartlett | Head of Outdoor Education
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (DOEIA) is a global framework for non-formal education and experiential learning. It empowers young people to challenge themselves, cultivate resilience, and unlock their full potential.
As Kurt Hahn, instrumental in the Award’s founding, reflected: “There is more in us than we know. If we could be made to see it, perhaps for the rest of our lives we will be unwilling to settle for less.”
At Bangkok Patana School, the Award has a long and proud history, with our students consistently demonstrating that spirit of determination. This year, participants dedicated themselves to months of sustained effort, balancing academic life with the demands of the Award. They developed transferable skills, built physical stamina, embraced a spirit of adventure, and contributed meaningfully to their communities.
The Award does not come easily. It requires focus, perseverance and determination. Students set ambitious yet achievable SMART goals in the areas of Skills, Physical Recreation and Service. Their progress demanded consistency over time, and in turn, rewarded them with personal growth, confidence, and a deep sense of accomplishment. Every participant who completes the Award learns firsthand that they are capable of more than they imagined.
A highlight each year is the Adventurous Journey, where personal growth is tested and strengthened daily. This year:
• Year 10 Bronze students took on the trails of the beautiful and challenging Khao Yai and Khao Ito for their practice and qualifying journeys.
• Year 11 Silver students completed two rigorous expeditions in their chosen mode of travel—kayaking, cycling, or trekking—pushing their endurance and teamwork to new heights.
• Year 12 Gold students, at the crux of the Award, successfully undertook two demanding four-day expeditions and a residential project, demonstrating independence, leadership, and resilience.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all students who completed their Award this year. Your achievement is not only a testament to your commitment and courage, but also an inspiration to those who will follow in your footsteps.
Vachiravich (Turbo) Phantratanamongkol
STUDENTS
Takeyoshi Aiyama
Eleanor Artpradid
Amelie Ashbee
Aya Haviv Buck
Anyssa Bunnag
Zhewen Cao
Noparooj Chotima
Tanna Chou
Rosalie Clapp
Apichana Dai
Nantikarn Dhiranusornkit
Philip Duckworth
Zachary Aloysius
Sahiem Anand
Isobel Ashworth
Arisyan Bagnuoli
Samaira Bapna
Jakob Baraka
James Bickford
Suzanna Bickford
Bryn Boonvisut
Geneva Boonvisut
Anna Cargill
Mila Chakrabandhu
Nutsha Charatkulangkun
Vanista Charoonsmith
Vichayut Chatthamrak
Atisha Chermjutidham
Nadia Chevangkul
Penaree Chindahporn
Zahira Choksiri
Praefah Chotima
Kataleeya Collier
Caleb Combrinck
Rachapol Dansiri
Cooper Ellem
Emma Ercolani
Zhien Fang
Pana Farnworth
Joel Francis
Aidan Firth
David Gschliesser
Ananda Isaac
Parisa Kaocharern
Esther Kim
Naisha Kothari
Chaiyanat Kuptivej
Max Lai
Seunghyo Lee
Irissa Lemke
Adam Lo
Adrien Lombard
Smithi Gilroy
Mabel Griffiths
Lily Grosic
Lucas Gschliesser
Zi Xuan Guo
Nysha Gupta
Remy Hartayo
Yutaka Hidaka
Ella Hindle
Leonor Hoppenbrouwers
Arjan Hora
Lila Hsieh
Chenxi Hu
Troy Hunt
Annetta Jagota
Aarush Jhanwar
Riley Johnson
Martha Jones
Emily Jones
Ryan Kapur
Londo Kawasaki
Jinwoo Kim
Matthew Knox
Beomseok Ko
Nikhyl Kogar
Oscar Lai
Phineas Larmer-Beech
Katja Lauffer
Rui Ying Loo
Ethan Mak
Jacques Mawal
Alexandria Melling
Oliver O’Moore
Cheng-An Peng
Paro Phornprapha
Charles Pitcher
Praopat Ruengcharungpong
Alin Sae-Be
Swasakorn Sapayanon
Benyapa Sathienthirakul
Louis Lemoine
Yintong Liao
Jacob Lim
Maryam Limbada
Chi-En Lin
Nico Lovegrove
Chawanetr Luanpijpong
Thanataj Luenganantakul
Chanampa Maleenont
Eliana Maruniak
Evie-Grace Meadows
Mae Meyer
Ewan Michael-St Clair
Justin Miller
Mallika Moo-Ming
Frank Myers
Nabhat Ngamtrakulpanit
Lila O’Neal
Navina Ongvasith
Hailynn Park
Vanissa Phromvanich
Saba Piller
Zachary Pincock-Jones
Dhevraj Prachaseri
Na-Arin Prasarttongosoth
Rinradeekarn Ratanatraiphob
Eva Reuven
Theo Richards
Wadeeladda Satrulee
Sebastian Schrader
Anya Schroeder
Shlok Somani
Raichah de Sousa-Huynen
Suphakorn Srisakulchawla
Dingchen Sun
Cameron Tan
Tresco Tatam
Dolrit Thebpatipat
Alisa Rigby
Sanja Rodel
Sanaa Sachdev
Oluwatobiloba Sanusi
Ayaan Shah
Nabiha Shahzad
Yaocen Shi
Samrit Singh
Matthew Skelcher
Matthew Skilbeck
Siramongkol Sonakul Na Ayudhaya
Arkin Sorakraikitikul
Proudpalin Suriyabhivadh
Natalia Suthiwongsunthorn
Tanwaar Taylor
Thea Turchetti
Rhys Tweedie
Otys Unger
Lochlain Van Gorph
Annika Vigoda
Maya Wawrzyniak
Jeanne Webert
Qiliang Xiang
Tyler Yang
Yuanheng Yang
HOUSE SYSTEM
Lorna Conroy | Vice Principal Student Welfare
As each academic year draws to a close, students and staff alike look forward with excitement to the final results of the House competition. Every student plays a vital role in shaping the outcome—whether by getting involved in whole-school events like the Olympic-themed House Assembly or the ever-popular House Quiz, or by earning individual points throughout the year. The House System is proudly inclusive, with students gaining points not only through participation in school and community activities, but also for demonstrating academic excellence, motivation, collaboration, and a strong commitment to learning.
It also provides valuable opportunities for students to take on leadership roles and grow their skills. House Captains, selected from Year 12, lead with pride, working closely alongside the Heads of House to coordinate events and nurture a strong sense of House Spirit. Supporting them are Year Leaders, who play an active role in organizing teams and encouraging their peers to get involved. A huge congratulations to our House Captains for stepping into these important roles and for being such passionate ambassadors for their Houses
Chang House Captains
Jintana (Amy) Lauer
Nandika Rawat
Simran Hora
Wipharhuck (Ing Ing) Kongboonma
Xiang Jie Lim (XJ)
Lanta House Captains
Izzy Thomas
Emily Cannon
Napa-ai (April) Suri-yabhivadh
Porngarun (Gui-Chai) Tangchaiyawong
Umaree Jhalani
Phuket House Captains
Zhuo Yan Yeo
Anisa (Panna) Ngamtrakulpanit
Edward (Eddie) Hutchins
Monika Wierda
Lily Chandler
The table below provides a sample of the results:
Over the course of the year, a series of fierce competitions took place, with each House putting forward strong and determined teams. The table below provides just a small sample of the results.
Samui House Captains
Parit (Pete) Leenabanchong
Jonathan Cumming
Kate Schestak
Patreeya Banluelap
Alexa Love
House Event Phuket Chang Lanta Samui
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Lorna Conroy | Vice Principal Student Welfare
The Student Delegate Team at Bangkok Patana is made up of 16 outstanding students, carefully selected by both staff and peers to represent the entire student body. These individuals are true role models within the school community, showcasing a diverse range of strengths, from teamwork and diplomacy to critical thinking and a dedicated work ethic. They are celebrated for their kindness, empathy, authenticity, approachability and exceptional leadership.
The 2024/25 team was no exception. They worked closely together to support the wider school community and took the lead in coordinating the Year 13 fundraiser. They raised over THB 64,000 running a community pickle ball competition. A lot of
Many congratulations to the following FIVE students for their success in their role as Senior Delegates:
fun was had students, staff and parents while valuable money was raised to fund lifesaving heart surgeries for infants
Beyond their fundraising efforts, the delegates were actively involved in a variety of school-wide initiatives. They offered mentorship and guidance to their peers, took on ambassadorial roles during visits from guest speakers and students from other schools, and consistently represented the school with pride. Even in their final week, they led with heart—organising meaningful farewell events that brought the community together in celebration.
These five students were ably assisted by a further 11 Year 13 Delegates:
Leo Alfaro
Utkarsh Bagaria
Amy Brettell
Amaya Fahr
Bobby Gunn
Gracie Minchin
Hanseol Ryu
Minee Siamwalla
Margot Webert
Shruti Zariye
May Zhang
Junior Delegates are chosen for their ability to live by and exemplify the school’s values. These student leaders are selected from Year 9 to serve as ambassadors for the entire Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8, and 9), acting as role models for over five hundred students. They advocate for their peers and work to bring positive changes to school life, carrying out their roles with enthusiasm and dedication.
The most significant initiative undertaken by the Junior Delegates this year was a detailed review of the Key Stage 3 Wellbeing Curriculum. The delegates approached this work with maturity and professionalism, gathering evidence through student surveys, focus groups and lesson reviews. Their findings highlighted areas of strength, alongside recommendations for improvement. The delegates presented their report to Senior Leaders and Heads of Year, where it was well received and has already begun to inform planning for the next academic year. Their input is shaping lesson planning and helping to guide the strategic direction of well-being provision, establishing a model for student partnership in curriculum evaluation.
Alongside this, the Junior Delegates played a central role in supporting Year 6–7 Transition. They visited Year 6 classrooms, acted as guides during orientation visits and served as visible role models in high-visibility vests.
Nicole (Nikkie) Araneta
Yada (Emily) Roeksiriphong
Chanya (Bayla) Somboonvechakarn
Jui-Yun (Alice) Wang
Varissa (Tinn) Asavathiratham
Tara Degryse
Roisin Doherty
Narida (Nia) Ekaraphanich
Lana Hart
Arin Kim
Tatsha Kuansongtham
Ramida (Mandy) Kusolphatna
Maneeyada (Leeya) Leelahanaj
Jenisada (Janice) Liao
Leah Lin
Rishisth Pal
Dakshata Rao
Shuofei (Carl) Shan
Jiraj (Budh) Tanavongchinda
Alisa Thanomsat
Natnaree (Suri) Tiraratanakul Arin Utoktham
The Student Representative Council (SRC) is committed to promoting student well-being and enhancing the overall learning experience at Bangkok Patana School. Acting as the collective voice of the student body, the SRC is made up of representatives from across the school - Years 7, 8, and 9 form the Junior Council, while students in Years 10 to 13 make up the Senior Council. Each council is confidently led by a student President, Vice-President, and Secretary, who guide weekly meetings and ensure discussions remain focused and productive.
These student-led councils provide a vital platform for students to celebrate successes, voice concerns, share ideas for improvement, and shape the direction of school life. Throughout the 2024/25 academic year, the councils played an active role in several key areas, including:
• Giving feedback on the well-being programme
• Highlighting student concerns and experiences
• Recommending new snack bar and canteen options
• Proposing ways to enrich the learning environment
A sincere thank you and congratulations to all the Senior and Junior SRC members for representing your tutor groups with such dedication and for helping to strengthen the student voice at Bangkok Patana
Ada Chanyarakskul
Samuel Barta Thiti Bhanarai
Holly Myers Max Thompson
COMMUNITY ACTION IN PRIMARY AND SECONDARY
Robine Johnson | Lead Primary CAT Teacher Caroline Ferguson | Secondary CAS Coordinator
PRIMARY:
2024/25 was another inspiring year for Community Action in the Primary School.
The year began with our whole school event, Tiger Spirit Day, where Primary and Secondary came together to celebrate our school spirit. The Secondary Sports Council once again organised lunchtime activities on the Primary Hard Court. Tuk Tuk the tiger returned to delight students, while buddy year groups enjoyed collaborative games and activities. Primary raised THB 65,110 for the Central Fund.
In December, our Christmas giving focused on the communities we support. Foundation Stage collected nappies, milk powder and cleaning products for the Home of Praise Daycare Centre in Khlong Toey, while Year 1 organised a Thai storybook appeal for Grapongdeang School. Year 2 supported Children of the Forest with hygiene shoeboxes, Year 3 created and sold Christmas cards for Thomas House, and Year 5 and Year 6 held shoebox, and backpack appeals for their partner charities.
Smile Day in Term 2 raised an impressive THB 112,311 for Operation Smile. Students across the school contributed to the Smile Tile art project in the Community Space celebrating all the things that make
In Term 3, Busking Day was another highlight of the year. This ever-popular talent showcase raised THB 140,354 for the Central Fund, with students across Key Stage 2 sharing music, dance, comedy and performance skills.
Year group fundraisers also made a huge impact. Year 1 raised a total of THB 166,937 through a Spellathon and cloth bag sale, supporting solar panels and classroom renovations at Grapongdeang School. Year 2’s Spellathon collected THB 127,320 for Children of the Forest, while Year 3 raised THB 145,107 through a Timestableathon and card sales for Thomas House. Year 4 hosted a Funfair, raising an incredible THB 232,514 to support Mercy Centre and Good Shepherd projects, including roof repairs and well-being resources. Year 5 raised THB 118,341 at their Bring, Buy and Bake sale for the Cambodian Clean Water Project, and Year 6 raised THB173,650 through their Sponsored Run for A21 educational programmes.
This year, the Central Fund focus was SDG4: Quality Education. We have been thrilled to be able to support improvements in educational opportunities through our partner charities. We supported a new Learning Centre and canteen at the Childcare Centre in Nong Bua Lamphu, classroom renovations and solar panels at Grapongdeang School, the funding of one year’s staffing at Children of the Forest, and a new roof at Good Shepherd. In total, Primary raised THB 317,775.25 for the Central Fund, while year group projects together reached even greater heights .
These amazing achievements are only possible through the creativity and commitment of our students, the hard work of our Community Action Team teachers, and the generosity of our parent community. Thank you for helping us continue to build connections and make a positive difference in the lives of others.
This year our Secondary and Senior Community Engagement Teams once again demonstrated the power of student leadership, collaboration, and empathy. Addressing global issues, at a local scale through their work with our local community partners, our students engaged in fundraising, donation drives, direct action service, and advocacy.
All with the aim of bringing about positive change. Together, the teams raised over THB 1 million to support communities in need. Highlights included THB 400,000 donated for flood relief in Northern Thailand, funds to build a home for a family in Ayutthaya, in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity and THB 200,000 to fund cleft lip and palate surgeries carried out by Operation Smile Thailand. Other significant contributions included THB 100,000 for breast cancer care (Cancure), THB 35,000 to Ourland for wildlife conservation, and THB 30,000 to support the elderly leaving in care homes (Senior Support). All these show the breadth of causes championed by our students.
Equally impactful were the donations that the generosity of the Bangkok Patana community made possible. United Wardrobe Project collected 12,000 items of clothing, while the World Food Project donated 160 food boxes to families in need. Students distributed 3,600+ books to schools and libraries across Asia and Europe (Brighter Future), gathered 200 pairs of shoes for children in Chiang Mai (SEC), and prepared care packages for over 55 children in Karen villages in the North of Thailand (The Giving Tree). Other donation drives included blankets for stray dogs, hair donations for health initiatives and learning resources for underprivileged children.
Bangkok Patana students love getting involved and so direct action service has grown this year, as has its impact. SEC celebrated the installation of its 70th solar panel kit in a Chiang Mai village, while PAWS created 100 painted dog tire beds for a rescue shelter. Students hosted children from the Mercy Centre for six full-day visits, supported children at the Bangkok School for the Blind through tutoring and activities, and engaged with seniors’ homes through therapy sessions, art and music (Senior Support). Students, and their supervisors, gave their time and energy to ensure that service extended beyond fundraising to meaningful personal connections.
Advocacy has remained a defining strength. From raising awareness of menstrual health with school-wide events (FLOW), to campaigning for refugee rights (Amnesty), to spotlighting environmental sustainability through Waste Less Week (SEC) and World Ocean Day (PMCG), our students used creativity and communication to spark dialogue and inspire change.
We are incredibly proud of the recognition our students have received: the United Wardrobe Project was featured on UNEP’s Zero Waste Day map, while Brighter Future’s student-authored books were published on UNESCO’s digital platform, extending Patana voices to children across Asia-Pacific.
Finally we must not forget our own award winners: For the Blind received the Bangkok Patana Community Engagement Team Award 2024/25, while the award for the Community Engagement Leader of 2024/25 went to Matthew Thirawat (Matthew) Thepsoparn for his team Building Blocks. These achievements reflect not only hours of commitment, but also the innovation, and compassion of our students. In all, this year’s Community Engagement programme shows what can be achieved when students combine passion with action. Through fundraising, service and advocacy, they continue to grow as changemakers, grounded in local partnerships, yet reaching out to global challenges. Their efforts show us what is possible when young people work together for a better world.
ALUMNI GRADUATES
Congratulations to our alumni below who have been in touch to let us know about their recent graduations. Please contact alumni@patana.ac.th to tell us all about your journey after Bangkok Patana!
Programme Bangkok Patana Graduation Year University Graduation Year
University
Master’s Degree
Charn Chanarat 2016 2025 Sasin School of Management, Business Chulalongkorn University
Juan Carlo S. Velayo 2021 2025 KU Leuven Business Administration
Mohammad Nafis Mahboob 2018 2025 Brunel University of London Law with merit in International Human Rights Law with Placement
Benedikt Ayrle 2018 2025 University of Chicago Law School Law (LL.M.)
Gene Dumnernchanvanich 2020 2024 UCL Electrical and Electronics Engineering Bachelor’s Degree
Rhea Agarwal 2021 2024 UCL Bio Medical Sciences
Jessica Jesitra Chapman 2020 2025 University of British Columbia Human Geography, minor in Geographic Information Science and Geographical Computation (GIS&GC)
Tahilia Constant 2021 2025 Vrije Universiteit MKDA, Specialising in Architecture
Divyansh Jain 2021 2025 University of Bath Maths, Statistics & Data Science
Nimrata Sachdev 2021 2025 University of Arts London Fashion Management
Emiko Araki 2021 2025 The University of British Columbia Food and Resource Economics
Nabhiraks Bhakdibhumi 2021 2025 UCLA History
Clara Boucher 2021 2025 Concordia University International Business, Minor in Professional Writing
Vincent Boulom 2021 2025 University of Toronto Commerce (Minor in Economics, Focus in Data Science)
James Broadhurst 2021 2025 University of Edinburgh Computer Science
Chayapat (Cue) Chinthammit 2020 2025 University of Southern California Economics
Nard Coolen 2022 2025 Utrecht University Pharmaceutical Sciences
Maddie Dewse 2021 2025 Deakin University Creative Arts
Tom Evans 2022 2025 Durham University Combined Honours in Social Sciences
Anmol Gandhi 2021 2025 Mahidol University Business Administration, Finance
Charles Golsby 2021 2025 University of Oxford History
Asel Shakya (Ash) Liyanage 2018 2025 University College London MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
Khushi Mehrotra 2021 2025 Monash University Business and International Business
Sara Okada 2025 King’s College London Liberal Arts, International Development
Lalida Sirarojanakul 2022 2025 University of Western Australia Commerce, Marketing
Sophie Smith 2022 2025 Kingston University Fine Art and Art History
Shriya Srivastava 2021 2025 HKUST, Hong Kong Business Administration, Marketing
Peter Switala 2022 2025 University of Amsterdam Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics
Chali Taylor 2021 2025 University of Bath International Management
Lucy Thompson 2020 2025 Claremont McKenna Literature and Media Studies
Jost Friedemann Weinberger 2021 2024 Catalyst Creative Institute/ University of St Mark and St John Film production
Thawin Wongtiraporn 2021 2024 University of Manchester Economic and Social Studies
CONTACT
Bangkok Patana School is dedicated to providing students with a wellrounded education. Student Achievement 2024/25 celebrates the tremendous achievements of our students in the many diverse areas of school life, including academics, the arts, community service, leadership activities and sports.
Head of School
Chris Sammons headofschool@patana.ac.th
Cross Campus
Principal
Cindy Adair ciad@patana.ac.th
Cross Campus Vice Principal Technology for Learning
Brian Taylor brta@patana.ac.th
Cross Campus Vice Principal Professional Learning
Carly Peart cape@patana.ac.th
Cross Campus Vice Principal Extra-curricular Activities and Sports
Alice Curwood alcu@patana.ac.th
Primary
Principal
Sarah McCormack samc@patana.ac.th
Vice Principal Pastoral
Carol Battram caba@patana.ac.th
Secondary
Principal
Matt Seddon mase@patana.ac.th
Vice Principal Student Welfare
Lorna Conroy loco@patana.ac.th
Vice Principal Learning and Curriculum
Rachel Preston raps@patana.ac.th
Vice Principal Curriculum and Assessment
Luke Jones lujo@patana.ac.th
Director of Admissions
Rachel Jones rajo@patana.ac.th
