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Weekly Update #14, 29 November 2024

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HeadStart Aqua Panthers Academy Swimmers at Aqua Panthers Invitational (API)

Good luck to all our Aqua Panthers Academy Swimmers who are taking part in this weekend’s API event. A whole host of swimming races take place across 2 days - Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December - at our Cherngtalay Campus. We welcome parents and students to come along and show your support! First race is at 8am with proceedings set to go on throughout the day. Coach Brown - Head Swim Coach

Can’t make it to this weekend’s API event?

Don’t panic! We’ve got you covered with livestreams on both our Facebook and YouTube channels in association with our partners at Z-Coaching Foundation.


All ECAs and Academies Finish on Wednesday 4th December

This is a polite reminder that the last day for all ECAs and Academy team training this term is Wednesday 4th December. From Friday 6th December until the end of term, all students will finish classes at 3:20pm (3pm on Friday).

Please also look out for communications from our ECA Team starting from Monday 2nd December regarding ECA lists for Terms 2 and 3 as well as EAL and Booster requirements and enrollment in VAP programs.

The booking process for Term 2 and 3 ECAs will then begin on Friday 3rd January, starting with Foundation students on both campuses. Look out for email communications from our ECA team informing you of booking dates and times for all sections of the school.


Thursday 5th December - School Closed for Father’s Day

Please be reminded that on Thursday 5th December school will be closed for Father’s Day celebrations. We will open again as usual on Friday 6th December.

Outstanding Learner Awards

On Tuesday 26th November, 4 of HeadStart’s 6 Outstanding Learner Award winners for 2024 travelled up to Bangkok to join the Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards Ceremony. Accompanied by Dr. Parimon Phaisamran (School Licensee), Mr Lukats (Secondary Principal) and Mr Davidson (Head of Upper Secondary School), as well as proud family members, our award winners displayed their true qualities as they joined exceptional students from across the region to celebrate their achievements.

Ahead of the trip, we spoke with each of them to find out how HeadStart inspires them to excellence. This week, we hear from Conor and Daniel:

Conor Bowens Focuses on Passion for Learning and Giving Back

“I have intellectual goals and philanthropic goals,” Conor said, explaining that his passion for natural sciences fuels his dream of studying Physics at a prestigious university. “I’m really fascinated by the subject, and I hope that will lead me to study Physics at a top university. That’s the dream right now.”

Conor’s intellectual pursuits are driven not just by a desire for academic success but by a deep curiosity about the world. “I enjoy studying for the subjects I’m doing—Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Maths at A Level—and I’m looking at doing Further Maths independently,” he added, reflecting on how his academic journey has evolved. He noted that in his earlier years, he spent a lot of time studying inefficiently, but now that he is focused on subjects he excels at, his approach has become more efficient and fulfilling.

Beyond his academic ambitions, Conor is committed to making a positive impact on society. “Throughout my life, I hope to alleviate suffering and make the world a better place,” he said. He also expressed a strong desire to address educational disparities, noting his involvement in a project aimed at promoting education, which he plans to expand over the next two years.

Reflecting on his educational journey, Conor credits his parents for instilling in him a strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation. “They’ve given me a safe family and a great community, and I need to take these opportunities as a way of saying thank you to them,” he said.

Conor also shared how his experience at HeadStart has shaped his approach to learning and his belief in self-driven excellence. “At HeadStart, we study the subject for the subject, with passionate teachers, and I thrived a lot more,” he said, recalling his transition from Singapore’s test-focused education system. He explained that, unlike in Singapore, where academic success was measured by grades and prestige, HeadStart emphasises a love of learning. “When it comes to being top in Thailand, you’re not shooting for an A* to get to the 90% threshold. You’re really going for perfection,” he added, “and you’re the only person who can drive yourself to that.”

Teachers at HeadStart, particularly in the sciences, have played a crucial role in nurturing Conor’s intellectual curiosity. “Miss Bekker has enthusiasm—she’s bubbly, loud, and excited to teach Maths. That passion is contagious,” he said, highlighting how a teacher’s energy can enhance the learning experience. He also praised HeadStart’s focus on going beyond the curriculum, with teachers offering additional resources and opportunities to deepen students’ understanding. “Mrs. Marsh always adds footnotes or links to research, and Dr. Marsh gave us access to thousands of articles,” he explained, noting that this encourages students to pursue knowledge for its own sake, not just for grades.

With a strong support system from both peers and teachers, Conor believes HeadStart has given him the foundation needed to reach his ambitious goals. “You need a good team to fall back on,” he concluded, “and that is HeadStart.”


Daniel Achieves Perfect Maths Score, Credits Family and Teachers for Success

“Over two higher-level maths papers, you didn’t get a single question wrong; you got 100% in IGCSE maths,” his teacher proudly noted. Daniel explained that his parents played a key role in his academic journey. “I’d like to thank my parents for encouraging me to achieve this result,” he said. “They didn’t put a lot of pressure on me but encouraged me to always do my best and work to my maximum capacity.”

While his family emphasised effort over perfection, his passion for learning was also nurtured by his teachers at HeadStart. “In maths class, there isn’t really a lot of pressure, so we aren’t pushed to get that level,” he said, explaining how the supportive, low-pressure environment allowed him to thrive. He contrasted this with his previous experience at a public school in Beijing, where he struggled with motivation. “I found classes boring, and I didn’t have the passion for studying,” he admitted. “But now, at HeadStart, with teachers who are generous and motivating, I’ve found my passion for maths.”

Daniel, who is also studying Physics, Chemistry, and Computer Science at A Level, emphasised the importance of a dynamic learning environment. “It’s about the learning environment,” he said, noting that HeadStart’s emphasis on super-curricular activities—such as the British Mathematical Olympiad and a hands-on Physics project building a trebuchet—adds a fun, competitive edge to his studies.

For Daniel, the combination of family support, passionate teachers, and a stimulating academic environment has been key to his success. “I get motivated by doing it right and proving to myself I can achieve great things; and the reason I have that passion is because of the teachers,” he concluded.

CAPA Production of 'EVITA'

As the curtains closed on CAPA Senior’s production of Evita last night, there was immense pride in seeing such talented young people bring the vibrant, complex world of Evita Perón to life with such passion and skill. From soaring highs to gritty realism, the students’ singing, acting, dancing and instrumental performances were nothing short of breathtaking. We all had high expectations but they far exceeded these, pouring their hearts and souls into every performance. Their passion, talent, commitment and professionalism have been a genuine joy to behold. Huge congratulations to everyone involved and especially to the main character actors Prim, Pan, Guy, Enzo and Ingfah.

The production was the result of the collective effort of an exceptionally dedicated team of creatives, the CAPA team, whose primary aim is to inspire and nurture our students to shine bright, which they did brilliantly! My very special thanks go to Ms. Tunstall, Mr Graham and Coach Mina for their incredible creativity, direction, guidance and support of the students. I am full of pride and gratitude.

As we say goodbye to Evita and CAPA Senior for this year, we will fondly remember the amazing journey we’ve had and the friendships developed, all through the power of theatre to inspire, challenge and unite. We shall look forward to sharing more photos with you soon, but for now, thank you to all those who came to support, we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.

Upcoming Events

Year 6 Swim Gala

We invite parents of all Year 6 students to come along and cheer on their children and their classmates at the first Swim Gala of this school year. The event will take place at the swimming pool from 10:35 - 11:30am on Tuesday 3rd December. We look forward to seeing you there!The PE Team

Meetings & Presentations

Mandarin-speaking Parents Meeting on 26.11.24

On 26th November, we held a meeting for Mandarin-speaking parents. During the meeting, parents received comprehensive answers to their questions regarding the educational process, subjects being studied, upcoming exams, and more. We sincerely appreciate the active participation and valuable feedback provided by the parents. We look forward to continuing our collaboration on educational matters and working together to support the students’ development and success at school. The Mandarin Team

11月26日,我们在Chaofah校区举办了一场中文家长会。
在会议中,学校详细回答了家长们关于教育流程、学习科目、即将到来的考试等方面的情况。我们衷心感谢家长们积极参与本次会议并提出了宝贵的建议。期待在未来与您继续共同支持孩子们在学校的成长。

祝好
HeadStart国际学校中文团队

Mandarin speaking Parents Meeting 26 Nov 2024

Parent meeting: Mock Exams IGCSE and Onward Plans on 3rd December

We invite all parents of Year 11 students to join us for our latest parent meeting when our Secondary academic team will talk you through your child’s upcoming mock exams, how to support them to prepare for their IGCSE exams and making onwards plans after Year 11. It will also be a great opportunity to meet other parents and members of our community. Our Thai, Russian and Mandarin speaking admin teams will be on hand to provide translation services. We look forward to seeing you there! Tuesday 3rd December 2024 from 8:30-9:30am in the Secondary Hall (4th floor).


Parent Meeting: Raising Future Innovators and Essential Cybersecurity & IT Skills

We welcome all parents with an interest in preparing their child for a future in technology to a presentation given by our partners from KIBERone. This will also give you an opportunity to learn how KIBERone’s programs help develop students’ IT skills and find out more about the different programs on offer through our ECAs. Please join us on Wednesday 4th December from 8:15-9:15am in the Secondary Hall.

Phuket Sunshine Village Fundraiser

Sincere thanks to our entire school community who just keep on giving! Huge congratulations to the students of Year 1 and Year 2 for completing their sponsored activity (see update below), and to Year 7 Blue and Year 7 Yellow homerooms for reaching their 5,000 baht target to sponsor a PSV child. Special mention to the Boonwattanopas family (Ray in Year 2 Blue & Serene in Year 5 White) for their generous contributions and to Phoenix-Alara who received a kindness award in today’s Foundation assembly for an inspiring act of generosity. Instead of asking for presents for her birthday, she requested friends and family to make a donation towards our Phuket Sunshine Village Fundraiser. We congratulate Phoenix-Alara in choosing to celebrate her special day by contributing to a cause that will have a lasting impact!

Year 1 and Year 2 Run to Phuket Sunshine Village…And Back Again!

The students of Year 1 and 2 joined forces to complete a sponsored obstacle course to raise money for Phuket Sunshine Village. The catch? As a group, they had to travel the equivalent distance from HeadStart School to Phuket Sunshine Village…and back again! The children completed a variety of activities in order to hop, skip and jump the distance: they jumped over hurdles, bounced on space hoppers, hopped through ladders and ran down the track. The children were so enthusiastic about the event and thoroughly enjoyed taking part and raising money. A big well done to all the children who took part and a big thank you to everyone at home for sponsoring the children and helping us raise money for Phuket Sunshine Village. Our Year 1 students managed to raise an incredible 16,830 baht from their efforts while Year 2 managed a total of 23,785 baht! Great work Years 1 and 2!

Meet the Team

Ladda Klimsch (aka Newle) - First HeadStart Alumna to Join Staff

I joined HeadStart as a student in Year 6 way back in 2012 and I can still vividly remember my first day! From that moment, I knew I was in the right place. Over the years, I developed a deep appreciation for the school, and it became more than just an institution — it became a community where I made lasting friendships and valuable connections.
HeadStart has always struck a perfect balance between academics and extracurricular activities. As a school that places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, it also encourages students to explore their interests through sports, festivals, and a wide range of activities. This blend of rigorous academics and a vibrant school life made every day exciting and something to look forward to.

Although I wasn’t the top student, I quickly realised the profound impact HeadStart had on me when I entered university. The academic foundation I received, particularly in writing and critical thinking, was invaluable. I felt confident and well-prepared to tackle university-level challenges, and I attribute much of my success to the education I received at HeadStart.

Now, as the first ever HeadStart student to join the school staff - as a member of the HeadStart Marketing & Communications team - I am privileged to see the school’s growth firsthand. In my role, I coordinate a variety of school events, each one offering something new and exciting every day. This position allows me to tap into my creativity, and I feel incredibly confident working alongside such a talented and supportive team. It’s been inspiring to witness how far the school has come, and having the opportunity to work behind the scenes has only deepened my respect for the institution. I’m fortunate to be part of such a professional, dynamic, and international working environment. Every day, I continue to learn and grow, both personally and professionally.

Looking back, I can honestly say that being a student at HeadStart gave me a true “head start” in life. I’m incredibly proud to be part of this wonderful community again, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the school’s continued success.

Left to right: Ms Anisa Van Der Laan, ECA Manager and Founding member of HeadStart, Ms Newle, Mrs Collette Edouard (Miki), Marketing & Communications Manager and Founder of HeadStart.

House Update

The final results are in! After 12 weeks of fierce rivalry and exciting House competition throughout our Primary and Secondary schools, the final places for this term are:

  • 1st Place - Yellow Cheetahs

  • 2nd Place - Blue Tigers

  • 3rd Place - Red Phoenixes

  • 4th Place - Green Dragons

On Monday 9th December, the Yellow Cheetahs will receive their Term 1 House prize. Students from Year 1 to Year4 will gather together in the Sports Hall to watch a movie before having a pizza party! Meanwhile, Years 5 to 13 will be visiting Central, to watch the wonderful new movie, Moana 2! They will then enjoy a delicious lunch - with Years 5 and 6 heading to Sizzler and Year 7 to Year 13 getting their pizza on at Pizza Company - and be back at school in time for their afternoon lessons. Congratulations to the Yellow Cheetahs on their Term 1 victory! As mentioned at Monday Flag-raising - the House points are now reset and all students can start earning towards the End of Year House Prize! May the best House win…

PE & Sports News

Soccer 7s Success!

Last weekend saw 8 of our HeadStart Panthers Football Academy teams competing at the BISP Soccer 7’s - one of the biggest International school football tournaments in Asia, welcoming teams from across the globe.

Our teams have always competed well at this annual event and our players arrived with lots of energy, motivation and the excitement of being challenged against new teams. The tournament certainly didn’t disappoint and we were again delighted with how well our teams represented the HeadStart Panthers Football Academy. Not only did we witness several teams leading the pack in their respective age groups but we also saw great resilience in the tougher games with amazing effort and teamwork.

Our U11 Girls team were the superstars at the tournament as they were crowned U11 Girls Champions of the BISP Soccer 7’s tournament after dominating over both days of competition!

Our U13 Girls also performed amazingly well, finishing in 3rd place in the top Cup competition. This was a great reflection of their hard work and togetherness as a team.

After a number of successes on Day 1, our O15 Girls and O15 Boys teams both made it the top Cup competition but were unfortunate in the quarter final stages to miss out on progression. Meanwhile, the U15 Boys went on to win the Bowl competition with a dominate performance in the final. Our younger U11 Boys teams from both campuses worked tirelessly over the two days and we are very proud of the resilience they showed.

Overall it was a fantastic tournament for the HeadStart Panthers Football Academy and we would like to say a massive well done to all the players and an even bigger thank you to all the parents who came out the support the teams and players!

Many thanks to Arthur’s dad for providing some awesome action photos!

Let’s Go, HeadStart! Coach Frost - Head Football Coach

O15 Boys Battle BCIS!

On 26th November, the Over-15 Boys Basketball Team from HeadStart Chaofah City traveled to BCIS for an exciting game. From the opening whistle, our players demonstrated exceptional teamwork, strategy, and determination, resulting in a decisive victory for the Pantherst. While the score was heavily in our favor, the match was about more than just the numbers. Both teams seized the opportunity to gain valuable experience, experiment with new strategies, and develop their skills in a competitive yet supportive atmosphere.

A big congratulations to our HeadStart athletes for their hard work and sportsmanship, and a sincere thank you to BCIS for hosting us and fostering such a positive experience. We look forward to more thrilling matchups in the future! Coach Grant - Basketball Coach

Thai Department

Trying Traditional Desserts in Thai Foreign Language Class

In Year 3 Thai Foreign Language class, students enjoyed a “Try Thai Desserts” activity where they started off with a fun introduction to the names and basic recipes of traditional colorful varieties of Thai desserts. Then, after an interactive quiz, the highlight of the day came when they had the opportunity to sample two iconic Thai desserts: ‘Kanom Chan’, a layered jelly dessert, and ‘Woon Maprao’, a refreshing coconut jelly dessert. It was a fun, delicious way to explore Thai food culture! Kru Gen - Thai Foreign Language Teacher

Languages Department

Huge Congratulations to Nattcha Buranathawornsom!

We’re thrilled to celebrate Nattcha’s amazing achievement in the DELF Junior exam! Just before the start of Term 1, Nattcha successfully completed the A2 level, scoring an impressive 82.5/100!

  • But what is the DELF Junior?

The DELF Junior (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française) is an internationally recognised certificate awarded by the French Ministry of Education. It proves your proficiency in French and is an incredible asset for your future! Whether it’s for university applications, studying abroad, or simply showing off your language skills, the DELF Junior opens doors worldwide.

Nattcha prepared for this exam with Monsieur Benoit Pierre, our amazing Primary French teacher, and the host of our weekly DELF Junior VAPP. Every Monday, Monsieur Benoit helps students from Years 3 to 9 build their confidence and skills to succeed in these exams.

  • What’s next for Nattcha?

She’ll now begin preparing for the B1 level, a challenging step that will give her even more opportunities—like boosting her future university applications! We know she’ll do great at this next milestone too!

  • Interested in joining the DELF Junior VAPP?

If you’re a Year 3 to Year 9 student with a strong level of French and want to achieve your own DELF success, email Monsieur Benoit at [email protected]. Classes are every Monday, 15:30 - 16:20—don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! Félicitations, Nattcha! The French Language Team

Celebrating Russian Mother’s Day in Primary Russian Lessons

24th November was Mother’s Day. In connection with this, we discussed with the students from Y1 to Y4 how to congratulate their mothers, wrote greeting cards, and decorated them by hand. It’s never too late to say kind words to our mothers, and this can be done not only on holidays. We hope that such greetings will bring you lots of joy and smiles! The Russian Language Team

Foundation

Reception Spend Time in the Growing Garden

Our Eco Committee would like to share some further information, and pictures, relating to our work with our Reception classes, introducing students to the Growing Gardens. Every other Tuesday, students will now attend workshops in the garden as part of their Continuous Provision (2:30-3:00pm). This is an opportunity for our youngest students to learn from and in nature - to find out about the creatures we find and need in the garden, the plants we have and what we can do with them, and how we can make soil from waste vegetables - urgh…worm poo! Students have been given a pictorial worksheet, translated into English, Thai, Chinese and Russian, to record their observations, observe change in the garden and collect words and smells to help them describe the garden. The aim of these sessions is to make students aware of nature and through this care a little more about and for it. Mr Gratton - Eco Coordinator

Reception Students and Parents Starstruck by Reception Yellow’s Stellar Performance!

Last week, Reception Yellow dazzled everyone with a spectacular assembly all about the planets! The children took the stage in vibrant, colorful costumes, each representing a planet in our solar system. They amazed the audience with their confidence, knowing every word and showcasing all they had learned about space. What a stellar performance — well done, Reception Yellow! The Reception Teaching Team

Secondary

Designing Games for Younger Gamers in Year 12 BTEC IT Lessons

Over the last term, our Year 12 BTEC IT students have been working hard designing, creating and testing their own games in various different gaming engines, such as Gamemaker, Construct and Scratch. Part of the requirement was to make them suitable for students aged between 8 and 12, so this week a specially selected group of Primary gamers was invited to play and test the BTEC students’ games, giving some very honest feedback:

  • Yoyo in Year 6 White said, “They are fire, the mechanics are really cool!”

  • Ivan in Year 6 Yellow said, “They’re pretty good, they are very creative. I would like to be a game-maker myself so I have tried and I know how hard they are to make, but these are really fun.”

Mr Armstrong - Head of Computing & Commerce

Sixth Form Students Introduced to Culinary Courses from Le Cordon Bleu, Bangkok

On Tuesday 26th November, our Sixth Form students received a visit from Ms Weerinnat Suwanachuen (Khun Pook) from Le Cordon Bleu in Bangkok. Students were informed about the range of courses offered, such as courses in patisserie, cuisine, boulangerie, nutrition, plant-based culinary arts and hospitality. Information was provided on the different diplomas offered as well as the details of the syllabi across 35 campuses in 20 countries worldwide and the requirements to be accepted at each. This short talk was extremely informative as Khun Pook gave us an insight into the courses and the way of learning in each country along with the tuition fees and recommendations for specific learning styles for students at each campus. Having started baking with my family at a very young age, the opportunity to study a selection of courses with state of the art equipment and ingredients sounded like a dream (and probably my mum’s dream too!). Although I may not be able to follow through completely with this passion, I hope to work in a field with a food aspect or even take a gap year to work in culinary hospitality. Mali - Year 12 student


Real-life Movie Producers to Assess BTEC Business Movie Pitches

The BTEC Team are excited to announce that our BTEC Business students will be holding an exhibition showcasing movie pitches they have been planning as part of their assessment, taking place on Thursday 12th December from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the Secondary Hall.

In collaboration with 5 Star Marine, we have invited real-life movie producers to assess the students’ pitches, offering them a unique opportunity to gain professional insights.
We invite Sixth Form students to stop by to support our BTEC Business students and to help create an engaging and lively event. The BTEC Teaching Team

HeadStart Eco School

Community Beach Clean

A reminder that our next beach clean will be in January (see poster below).

Join a global movement to keep beaches, waterways and the ocean trash free. Head out to your favorite beach and use the Clean Swell app to easily record each item of trash you collect. Then share your effort with family and friends and a wider Global community. Download the app and start logging the trash you collect at the beaches and parks you visit this December. https://oceanconservancy.org/trash-free-seas/international-coastal-cleanup/clean-swell-app/

Climate Action: An Article by Alex (Year 13)

The journey towards sustainability begins with small but meaningful steps. The Eco-Committee recently launched an initiative aimed at engaging our community in climate action: a pledge wall. This thought provoking installation features post-it notes, each representing a different perspective on countering climate challenges. Students, teachers, and staff were invited to share their ideas and commitments to reducing negative environmental impacts. From promises to reduce the use of air-conditioning and to calls for increased greenery within our campus, the wall is a collective designation of our determination to make a difference.

To add depth to this initiative, we conducted interviews with members of our school community. These interviews revealed a range of insights, including working with local businesses to further sustainability goals, fusing sustainability based topics in lessons such as PSHE and encouraging eco-friendly habits.

Beyond the pledge wall, our commitment to sustainability took center stage at the Phuket Green League gathering, held at UWC Thailand in collaboration with Plastic Free Phuket. This event is a hub for schools and organisations across Phuket to come together and exchange ideas, share progress, and strengthen partnerships for sustainability. Our committee was proud to be represented, joining forces with other institutions to drive change. The gathering highlighted key themes such as aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and forming meaningful collaborations to combat pressing environmental issues.

At the event, we had the opportunity to share our journey, including our efforts with our beach clean and other eco-initiatives. We also learned in discussions on achieving the SDGs with other schools and institutions sharing strategies to reduce plastic waste, and crafting a collective “Beach Oath” to preserve Phuket’s coastline. This collaboration emphasised the importance of uniting local actions to create global impact.

  • Did You Know: Not only is Phuket struggling to find the space to deal with your trash but the authorities are also switching off the incinerator for up to 2 months - where will your trash go? So it is now more important than ever to minimise waste, recycle what you can and be mindful when accepting that which might end up in landfill; and our seas.

Success Outside School

Congratulations to Chris (Year 5 White) for receiving the 1st Prize Gold Award Audition Thailand and for making it to the Platinum Award Final round at the Singapore International Music And Talent Competition.

Congratulations to Paul (Year 4 Blue) for being crowned Champion and receiving the Gold Award for the Factorial Math Competition International Round (South East Asia) Grade 2. Paul came top in the South East Asia Region where he competed against students from countries including Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines!

Promotions From Around the Island

The 4th Annual Flag Football Holiday Bowl

We are 2 weeks away from our 4th Annual Holiday Bowl taking place on 14th December, 2024 at HeadStart International School, Chaofah City campus. We are playing for a cause to help serve underprivileged youth while raising awareness about (the fastest growing Olympic sport) Flag Football. This year our HeadStart Flag Football team will showcase their skills against other teams representing China and Thailand. Come show some support to our Panthers. For more information, please contact Coach Mzuri (M) on tel:+660824658781.

Holiday Tennis Camp

Join Us for Holiday Tennis Camp at Dome Tennis! This holiday season, HeadStart International School students and their families are invited to a fun-filled tennis camp at Dome Tennis! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our expert coaches will guide you through exciting drills, games, and activities.

As a special treat, HeadStart community members will receive an exclusive 10% discount on all camp registrations! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to stay active, improve your game, and have a blast on the court. Spots are limited, so sign up today!

For more details and to register, visit The Dome Tennis Facebook page. See you on the court!


OZO Phuket - Kata Beach Promotion

OZO Phuket is excited to announce our upcoming Social Kids Party, scheduled on 7th December 2024 at our hotel in Kata. The event will be a joyous celebration filled with activities and entertainment for children of all ages.

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Important Dates

CHAOFAH
  • Sep 24

    PISAC Volleyball Tournament U18

  • Sep 24

    Parent meeting: Helping Your Child with Behaviour Parent Workshop for EYFS

  • Sep 26

    Thai Culture Club

  • Sep 26

    Thai Culture Club

  • Sep 28 - Oct 01

    Yearbook Photoshoot

  • Sep 29

    Thai Parent meeting: Thai University Applications & Admission Requirements

  • Sep 30

    UPrep Talk 3 – Choosing Subjects and Careers

  • Sep 30

    Year 6 Trip

  • Oct 01

    Foundation ‘Stay & Play’ (All year groups)

  • Oct 01

    Parent meeting: Secondary Curriculum & Pathway

  • Oct 02 - Oct 04

    Samui Football Tournament (U16 Girls)

  • Oct 02

    Live Lounge Launch

  • Oct 02

    UKMT SMC

  • Oct 02

    Friday Market

  • Oct 02

    Mid-Term Report Teacher Deadline (Y1-13)

  • Oct 03

    Student Led English Camp Training Day

  • Oct 03

    SAT Exam

  • Oct 03

    Mandarin Language Day

  • Oct 03 - Oct 04

    Thanyapura Swim Meet

  • Oct 03

    Mandarin Language Day

  • Oct 03 - Oct 04

    Thanyapura Swim Meet

  • Oct 04

    Eco School Beach Clean

  • Oct 05 - Oct 09

    Foundation and Primary Settling in Meetings: New Students, Foundation & Year 1

  • Oct 05 - Oct 07

    Yearbook Photoshoot

  • Oct 05 - Oct 09

    Primary Settling in meetings; New Students & Year 1

  • Oct 06

    Parent meeting: Introduction to the Secondary Curriculum

  • Oct 06

    Reception ‘Stay & Play’

  • Oct 06

    Parent meeting: Introduction to the IGCSE Curriculum

  • Oct 06

    Year 5 White Trip

  • Oct 06

    Mid-Term Reports Published to Parents (Y1-Y6)

  • Oct 07

    UPrep Drop in for parents

  • Oct 07

    Early Years ‘Stay & Play’

  • Oct 07

    Year 5 Blue Trip

  • Oct 07

    Settling in PTCs; New Students, Year 1 & Year 7

  • Oct 07

    Wai Kru Ceremony for Foundation

  • Oct 07

    Secondary Settling in PTC All Year 7 and any new students

  • Oct 08

    Year 5 Yellow trip

  • Oct 08

    Preschool ‘Stay & Play’

  • Oct 08

    Wai Kru Ceremony for Primary & Secondary

  • Oct 09

    Friday Market

  • Oct 10 - Oct 11

    Y10-13 MUN Conference

  • Oct 10

    Chess School Tournament

  • Oct 12 - Oct 16

    Mid-term break

  • Oct 12 - Oct 14

    Basketball, Football & Swim Camps

  • Oct 12 - Oct 16

    Mid-term break

  • Oct 12 - Oct 14

    Basketball, Football & Swim Camps

  • Oct 14 - Oct 15

    Sunny-Side Up English Camp Sports Hall (07:30 – 08:45)

  • Oct 16 - Oct 18

    Samui Football Tournament (U18 Boys)

  • Oct 19

    PSAT Exams

  • Oct 19

    Launch of PSV fundraiser

  • Oct 20

    Parent meeting: BTEC Curriculum at HeadStart

  • Oct 20

    Early Years Trip

  • Oct 21

    Wai Kru Ceremony for Secondary

  • Oct 21

    Parent presentation: Year 11 Options

  • Oct 21

    Y11 Options Fair

  • Oct 22

    Wai Kru Ceremony for Primary – Years 1 to 3

  • Oct 22

    Wai Kru Ceremony for Primary – Years 4 to 6

  • Oct 22

    Parent meeting: Positive Parenting Meeting with Dr Helene

  • Oct 23

    Wai Kru Ceremony for Foundation

  • Oct 24 - Oct 25

    CAPA Senior Weekend Rehearsal

  • Oct 24

    Russian Language Day

  • Oct 24

    Russian Language Day

  • Oct 25

    Eco School Beach Clean

  • Oct 26

    PISAC Primary Cross Country (U9 / U11)

  • Oct 26

    PISAC Primary Cross Country (U9 / U11)

  • Oct 27

    Parent meeting: Helping Your Child with Behaviour in EYFS Foundation Parent Workshop

  • Oct 27

    PISAC Secondary Cross Country (U13 / U15 / O15)

  • Oct 27

    Secondary Cross Country (U13 / U15 / u18)

  • Oct 28

    UPrep Talk 4: Comparing different university systems

  • Oct 28

    Parent Committee Meeting

  • Oct 28

    Toddler Playgroup

  • Oct 29

    Parent Committee – Meeting Term 1

  • Oct 29

    Halloween activities All School Dress-Up Day: Foundation Halloween Stay and Play Primary Halloween Activities in Class Halloween Disco

  • Oct 29

    All School Dress-Up Day: Foundation Halloween Stay and Play Primary Halloween Activities in Class

  • Oct 31

    BISP Pentathlon Swim

  • Oct 31

    BISP Pentathlon Swim

  • Nov 02 - Nov 06

    Faculty Week

  • Nov 03

    Year 3 Yellow trip

  • Nov 03

    Parent meeting: End of Term 1 Assessments, Revision, Report and Grades

  • Nov 03

    Reception Trip

  • Nov 04

    UPrep Drop-In for parents

  • Nov 04

    Loy Krathong Activities in class and Foundation Assembly

  • Nov 05

    Year 3 White trip

  • Nov 05

    Parent meeting: End of Term 1 Assessments, Revision, Reports, and Grades

  • Nov 06

    Year 3 Blue trip

  • Nov 06

    Friday Market

  • Nov 06 - Nov 08

    ISB Swim Meet

  • Nov 06 - Nov 08

    ISB Swim Meet

  • Nov 07

    Parents, Teachers and Students Chess Tournament

  • Nov 07

    SAT Exam

  • Nov 07

    PISAC U9 / U11 / U13 football championships

  • Nov 07

    PISAC U9 / U11 / U13 football championships

  • Nov 08

    Phuket Remembrance Event – CAPA Choir Land and Houses

  • Nov 08

    Child-Watch Phuket Run For Children

  • Nov 08

    Phuket Remembrance Event – CAPA Choir Land and Houses

  • Nov 08

    Child-Watch Phuket Run For Children

  • Nov 09 - Nov 20

    Primary Assessments

  • Nov 09 - Nov 20

    Secondary Assessments (Y7-10 Only)

  • Nov 09 - Nov 11

    Book Fair

  • Nov 09

    Year 2 Yellow Trip

  • Nov 09 - Nov 13

    EYFS – Come and See Me Swim ; Reception Yellow

  • Nov 09 - Nov 27

    Secondary Assessments (three weeks)

  • Nov 09 - Nov 11

    Book Fair

  • Nov 10

    Year 12 & 13 Art Trip

  • Nov 10

    Parent Meeting: Primary Phonics Workshop for Parents

  • Nov 10

    Year 2 Blue Trip

  • Nov 10

    Reception Trip

  • Nov 11

    UPrep Talk 5: Applying to Thai universities

  • Nov 11

    U13 Boys, U13 Girls, & U15 Girls PISAC Bball 3v3

  • Nov 11

    Year 1 Trip (All Classes)

  • Nov 11

    Toddler Playgroup

  • Nov 11

    U13 Boys, U13 Girls, & U15 Girls PISAC Bball 3v3

  • Nov 12

    U15 Boys, u18 Girls, & u18 Boys PISAC Bball 3v3

  • Nov 12

    Year 2 White Trip

  • Nov 12

    BTEC IT Year 13 Trip

  • Nov 12

    U15 Boys, u18 Girls, & u18 Boys PISAC Bball 3v3

  • Nov 12

    Parent meeting: Phonics Workshop for Primary Parents

  • Nov 13

    Friday Market

  • Nov 14

    HeadStart Mini-Aqua Panthers Invitational (8-10 yrs)

  • Nov 14

    Band Rehearsal for CAPA Show

  • Nov 14

    HeadStart Mini-Aqua Panthers Invitational (8-10 yrs)

  • Nov 16 - Nov 20

    Anti-Bullying Week

  • Nov 16 - Nov 20

    EYFS – Come and See Me Swim ; Reception

  • Nov 16 - Nov 20

    Primary Assessments

  • Nov 16 - Nov 20

    Anti-Bullying Week

  • Nov 16 - Nov 20

    Secondary Assessments – week two

  • Nov 16 - Nov 27

    Primary Assessments (two weeks)

  • Nov 16

    Year 3 Trip

  • Nov 16

    Year 2 White Trip

  • Nov 17

    Thai Parents Meeting: Positive Parenting Workshop for Thai Parents

  • Nov 17

    Year 2 Blue Trip

  • Nov 18

    UPrep Drop-In for Parents

  • Nov 18

    Y12 BTEC Applied Science Trip

  • Nov 18

    Year 9 Parents – Options Meeting

  • Nov 18

    Year 9 (Parents & Students) Options Fair

  • Nov 18

    Year 2 Yellow Trip

  • Nov 18

    Toddler Playgroup

  • Nov 18

    HSN Year 9 Options visit to Chaofah Campus

  • Nov 18

    Year 9 Parents Options Meeting

  • Nov 18

    Year 9 Parents and Students Options Fair

  • Nov 19

    Casual Clothes Day for Charity – Theme ‘Kindness’ Raising money for Phuket Sunshine Village

  • Nov 19

    Casual Clothes Day for Charity – Theme ‘Kindness’ Raising money for Phuket Sunshine Village (TBC)

  • Nov 19

    Russian Speaking Parents Meeting

  • Nov 19

    Secondary Kindness fair to raise money for PSV

  • Nov 20

    Secondary Kindness fair to raise money for PSV

  • Nov 20

    Year 6 Swim Gala

  • Nov 20 - Nov 21

    BISP Soccer 7’s

  • Nov 20 - Nov 21

    BISP Soccer 7’s

  • Nov 21 - Nov 22

    Aqua Panthers Invitational

  • Nov 21 - Nov 22

    Aqua Panthers Invitational

  • Nov 23

    Year 4 Blue & Yellow Trip

  • Nov 23 - Nov 27

    Secondary Assessments – week three

  • Nov 24

    Russian Speaking Parents Meeting

  • Nov 24

    Year 4 Blue Trip

  • Nov 24

    Loy Krathong Activities in class and Foundation Assembly

  • Nov 25

    UPrep Talk 6: Application and standardised testing

  • Nov 25

    CAPA Senior Matinees – School of Rock (Y1 to 6 HSC Students)

  • Nov 25

    CAPA Senior performance of School of Rock (Show )

  • Nov 25

    Year 4 White & Yellow Trip

  • Nov 25

    Toddler Playgroup

  • Nov 25

    CYBERone ECA Presentation

  • Nov 25

    CAPA Senior performance

  • Nov 26

    CAPA Senior Matinees – (Y7-9 HSN Students & HSN CAPA)

  • Nov 26

    CAPA Senior performance of Show

  • Nov 26

    Parents meeting: Mandarin Speaking Parents Meeting

  • Nov 26

    Year 5 Trip

  • Nov 26

    CAPA Senior Matinees – Years 7 to 9 & CAPA HSN Students attend

  • Nov 26

    CAPA Senior performance

  • Nov 27

    Year 4 White Trip

  • Nov 27 - Nov 29

    Silver DoE Training AJ Trip

  • Nov 28

    HeadStart Championships U9 Boys

  • Nov 28

    HeadStart Championships U9 Boys

  • Nov 29

    Eco School Beach Clean

  • Nov 30

    Year 6 Trip

  • Dec 01

    Year 1 (All Classes) trip

  • Dec 01

    Parent meeting: Strategies for succesfully navigating KS4 and 5

  • Dec 02

    Father’s day Activities during Thai Lesson

  • Dec 02

    UPrep Drop in for parents

  • Dec 03

    Last Day for all types of ECAs

  • Dec 03

    Last day of Academies

  • Dec 03

    Poetry Recital

  • Dec 03

    Last Day for all types of ECAs

  • Dec 03

    Last day of Academies

  • Dec 04

    Parent Teacher/Student Led Conferences (PTCs/SLCs) EYFS-Y13- No Y11

  • Dec 04

    Staff Party (All Support & Teaching Staff)

  • Dec 04

    PRIMARY – Parent Teacher Conferences (PTC) EYFS-Y6

  • Dec 04

    SECONDARY – Student Led Conferences (SLC) Y7-Y9

  • Dec 04

    Staff Party (All Support & Teaching Staff)

  • Dec 05

    “Winter Knights” Interschool Chess Tournament

  • Dec 05

    “Winter Knights” Interschool Chess Tournament

  • Dec 07

    School Closed

  • Dec 07

    School Closed

  • Dec 08

    Reception: Christmas Stay & Play and Performance

  • Dec 08

    Mandarin Speaking Parents Meeting

  • Dec 08

    Secondary Sports Day both campuses

  • Dec 08

    Secondary Sports Day HSC & HSN

  • Dec 09

    Early Years: Christmas Stay & Play and Performance

  • Dec 09

    UPrep Talk 7 – Applying to the UK and Europe

  • Dec 09

    Term 1 House Winners Prize

  • Dec 09

    Reports Published (Y12-13)

  • Dec 09

    Alumni Reunion

  • Dec 09

    Reports Published (EYFS, Y1-10)

  • Dec 09

    BTEC Trip

  • Dec 09

    Parent Teacher/Student Led Conferences (PTCs/SLCs) Y12&13

  • Dec 09

    Reception: Christmas Stay & Play and Performance

  • Dec 09

    Term 1 House Winners Prize

  • Dec 09

    Reports Published on Engage (All Year Groups)

  • Dec 10

    Preschool: Christmas Stay & Play and Performance

  • Dec 10

    Preschool & Early Years: Christmas Stay & Play and Performance

  • Dec 10

    Christmas Fair

  • Dec 11

    Christmas Activity Morning (Primary)

  • Dec 11

    Christmas Fair

  • Dec 11

    Christmas Activity Afternoon

  • Dec 14 - Jan 01

    School Holidays

  • Dec 14 - Jan 01

    School Holidays

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Kru Yai Jordi Kru Oh

Parent Fitness

08:00 - 09:00 AM
Monday Yoga with Kru Yai
Running Club (meet on track)
Tuesday Strength & Conditioning with Jordi
Wednesday S&C Sweat with Jordi
Thursday Strength & Core with Jordi
Friday Zumba with Kru OH
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HeadStart provides complimentary use of the Fitness Gym for parents every weekday morning from 07:30-09:30 and in the afternoon from 14:30-18:00.

Classes run from 8:00-9:00am. To join, sign the list at the gym entrance or speak to a trainer. Available strictly for HeadStart parents only.