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Last Friday, the STA Primary campus was transformed into a celebration of all things maths! The day was packed with engaging, hands-on activities across all year groups, making maths truly come alive for our students.

Senior student at St Andrews Bangkok, Pun (Year 13), devises an innovative solution for effective waste management. Recently, he completed an ambitious project: an AI-powered waste sorting system. After much research and testing, he got the system to work and put the model to use in one of our rooms at school!

Physics students from St Andrews Bangkok made quite an impression at the Beamline for Schools (BL4S) competition and won the Best Outreach Award for their brilliant work. BL4S is a prestigious global physics contest organised by CERN (the European Laboratory for Particle Physics in Geneva, Switzerland) and DESY (the German Electron Synchrotron in Hamburg, Germany), inviting High School students worldwide to propose detailed experiments to be conducted at a particle accelerator beamline. While our students did not win the main prize of conducting their experiment in Geneva, they still stood out and were recognised from an entry of over 400 teams.

As we settle into the school year, it’s a great time to focus on healthy eating habits with getfresh, St Andrews’ new canteen and snack shop provider. Committed to using over 95% locally sourced ingredients from farms across Thailand, getfresh aims to nourish students with fresh, nutritious meals supporting local farmers and the environment. With a focus on sustainability, getfresh delivers more than just great food—it promotes a healthier, eco-friendly lifestyle for our school community. This article is just the beginning; look out for more from getfresh as we continue to share insights and tips on healthy living throughout the year.

As we celebrate World Teachers' Day, we reflect on the vital role teachers play in shaping students' growth and development. At St Andrews, our teachers guide and inspire students, helping them reach their full potential. This week, students shared their gratitude through messages and special activities, honouring the impact their teachers have made on their academic journey.

At St Andrews International School Bangkok, our students' education begins before their academic journey. Through our Little Bunnies Playgroup and Early Years Foundation Stage programmes, your child receives a world-class education in a safe and happy environment. Under the guidance and care of our specialist teachers, early education at St Andrews sets our children for a bright future ahead, one where they are free to explore and discover.

On Saturday, 7th September, St Andrews International School Bangkok came together for the Rainbow Fun Run 2024 Charity Walk/Run at Rama 9 Park. Organized by The Rainbow Room to raise awareness for neurodiversity, the event saw students, parents, and teachers promoting wellness and inclusivity. A special thanks to Mr Andrew, Mr Dan, Mr Hugh, and Mr Sean, whose efforts in mascot costumes helped raise 21,100 THB. The school is proud of the community's generosity and support for such a meaningful cause.

If you love the pool and exhilarating team sports, water polo might be the best sport you haven’t tried yet. And the timing could not be better, because the Marlins Water Polo training programme at St Andrews International School Bangkok is on the rise. Joining our dynamic team not only offers you a fun and challenging experience, it also provides a clear pathway for improving your skills and competing in local championship leagues.

St Andrews International School Bangkok's International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) and BTEC students recently completed a week of work experience in various companies in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and as far as in Penang, Malaysia. This unique, exciting opportunity allowed the students to step out of their comfort zones and gain direct feedback from a professional environment in the real world.

Throughout this past academic year, the Year 10 Business students at St Andrews International School Bangkok learnt plenty in their course. To conclude the year, they had the opportunity to put their knowledge into practice at the annual STA Business Fair. This event allowed the students to showcase their entrepreneurial spirit by creating and selling a range of products, as well as making some extra spending money for the summer.

Are you a new student at St Andrews International School Bangkok looking to dip your toes into the world of swimming? Or perhaps you are a current student who has always wanted to improve your skills in the pool? Then there is no better time than now to join the STA Marlins Swimming Squad. The Marlins Recreational Group is our latest swimming programme, welcoming all beginners on Tuesdays after school.

At the end of each academic year at St Andrews International School Bangkok, our teachers and staff collect unused stationery items across classrooms and departments. These materials, including pencils, glue, scissors, books, and even clothes, are donated to the Baan Nokkamin Foundation, which supports underprivileged children in the suburbs of Bangkok. This initiative reflects our commitment to sustainability by minimising waste and promoting a culture of kindness and social responsibility.

This year, we are excited to welcome our largest-ever Year 12 cohort at St Andrews Bangkok! A total of 172 enthusiastic students have embarked on their Senior Studies pathways, which include a diverse range of academic options: the IB Diploma Programme, IB Career-related Programme, IB Courses, and BTEC. To kick off this exciting journey, we held the Year 12 Induction—a day filled with reflection and team-building activities to help lay the groundwork for a successful and fulfilling two years ahead.

St Andrews International School Bangkok offers one of the best swimming programmes in Thailand. This Academic Year 2024/25, Back to the Pool at St Andrews invites you to dive into the most exciting year of swimming yet. This programme welcomes swimmers of all levels to the STA Marlins Swimming Squad, providing the opportunity to discover the suitable level for you and the development pathways beyond.

St Andrews International School Bangkok has achieved the Silver Eco-Schools Award! At our Primary School Campus, the EcoBeasts are renowned for their food waste reduction projects and the Eco-Schools’ esteemed panel of judges were thoroughly impressed. Our Eco Committee received deserved recognition for its consistent efforts to promote environmental sustainability across the entire school community. We are inspired to continue making a positive change.

At St Andrews International School Bangkok, we always seek opportunities to inspire and engage our students with real global challenges. And when such an opportunity comes, our students love to dive in. One of the most exciting initiatives for our Year 9 students is the Artificial Reef Project. A fantastic blend of education, innovation, and environmental stewardship, this extraordinary project not only addresses coral-related issues in Thailand but also truly embodies all the components of STEAM education – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.

At St Andrews Bangkok, we believe that every child has the potential to discover and develop a unique musical voice. Our Instrumental Programme offers students an extraordinary opportunity to explore and master a range of musical instruments, fostering a lifelong love for music and enhancing their cognitive and creative development.

What an exciting time this is for the Aquatics Department at St Andrews International School Bangkok. During the summer, as we basked in the glow of remarkable news of our swimming coach and athlete qualifying for the 2024 Olympic Games, the result made it even better. The Olympics, an event that unites athletes from around the world in a celebration of sportsmanship and human spirit, has come particularly close to home for our community this year, inspiring students, staff, and parents alike.

Starting as a Year 7 student is an exciting time, it's the beginning of a thrilling High School journey full of opportunities and new experiences.

Students enjoy having their own device which they can personalise and which is always available. In response to concerns around bag weight and battery life, we extended the range of devices that students were able to bring to school.