Manta Weekly

We would like to remind you of two essential resources designed to support our Secondary School community.

Secondary School Handbook
This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on school policies, including guidelines for parent communication and student behaviour expectations. You can access the handbook through the Parent Portal under the 'Programming' tab.
Note: To access the Parent Portal, please log in using the full email address where you receive school communications and your designated password.

Secondary Student Information Site
This platform is shared with all secondary students, offering them the necessary information to navigate their academic journey successfully.

We encourage you to utilise these resources to stay informed and engaged with our school community.
 

Our IT department has secured discounted prices on Apple products for the UWC Thailand community. To take advantage of these discounts, simply present your UWC Thailand school ID card at Studio7.

To explore the available products and pricing, click here for Apple Mac’s and here for Apple iPads.

These discounted items can be purchased at the following Studio7 locations:

Studio7 - Central Phuket
Phone number: 076-307 100 / 076-307 101 / 083-989 0844

Studio7 - Tesco Lotus Phuket
Phone number: 084-360 8837 / 076-304 452 / 076-304 453 / 076-304 423

Studio7 - Jungceylon Phuket
Phone number: 085-918 3053 / 076-602 100 / 076-366 172

Studio7 - Robinson Phuket
Phone number: 088-986 2522

At UWC Thailand, we are committed to maintaining a safe, transparent, and ethical environment for all members of our community. Our Whistle-Blower Procedures play a vital role in ensuring that everyone—students, parents, staff, and teachers—feels empowered to report concerns and confident that these will be addressed appropriately.

What are the Whistle-Blower Policy?
These procedures provide a formal, confidential process for reporting serious concerns about actions or omissions that may be unlawful, unethical, or harmful to the community. It is designed to ensure accountability, fairness, and transparency across all levels of our school.

Why is it Important?

• It reinforces our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility.
• It encourages everyone to play an active role in upholding a safe and ethical environment.
• It ensures that serious concerns are investigated impartially and resolved appropriately.

Key Points to Remember

• Confidential Reporting: Concerns can be reported anonymously to an impartial external investigator at pranat.l@mhm-global.com.
• What to Report: Examples include breaches of safety, unethical behaviour, violations of legal obligations, or threats to health and well-being.
• Scope: The policy addresses serious matters and complements other policies, such as safeguarding and grievance procedures, which are better suited for routine issues.

How to Report a Concern
To report a concern, please email pranat.l@mhm-global.com. If you are unsure whether your concern falls under these procedures, please reach out or refer to the full procedures for guidance.

For more details, including reporting guidelines, visit our website.

By using these procedures responsibly, we can collectively ensure a safe and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. 
Thank you for your continued dedication to upholding the values that define UWC Thailand.
 

We encourage everyone to explore the 2023/24 Impact of Giving Report to see how our community’s support is transforming lives. This report highlights the incredible generosity and dedication that has helped us grow—from hosting the UWC International Congress to welcoming new scholarship students.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed—your ongoing support empowers future changemakers and strengthens UWC Thailand’s role as a leader in global education. Don't miss the chance to see the difference we’re making together!

Click here to view the report

The UWC Thailand Host Family Programme provides students with a chance to reconnect with their own culture or experience new traditions through activities like hiking, sharing meals, watching movies, baking, or simply enjoying a quiet space to study. Families, in turn, can broaden their perspectives and form lasting connections. Interested in becoming a host? Reach out to us today!

If you’d like to host a student or need more information about the programme, please email hostfamilies@uwcthailand.ac.th.

We have received requests from parents and family members who would like to join our boarding students for breakfast or dinner in the school canteen. Family members are welcome to do so, but these must be booked and paid for in advance. Please email Khun Ohm, our Facilities and Operations Coordinator, in advance, to book and make payment. The cost is THB 300 for breakfast and THB 400 for dinner. 

If you wish to join our students and staff for lunch, the cost is also THB 400. Please note that snacks are reserved for students and staff only.

Please be reminded that once students from Mini Mantas to grade 10 are dropped off at school, they are not permitted to leave campus unaccompanied until the regular pickup time. This policy ensures the safety of our students and provides reassurance to parents that their children remain on campus throughout the day.
If a student from Mini Mantas to grade 10 needs to leave early during school hours, a parent or guardian must sign them out at reception before pickup. Details of the sign-out procedure are available in the student handbook.
For students attending early morning sports at Thanyapura or other activities, please ensure they bring a packed breakfast or purchase one from Thanyapura before arriving at school. Once on campus, they will not be allowed to leave. Alternatively, students can join the boarding breakfast for THB 300. For more details, refer to  “Canteen Fees for Guests”.
 

To new families, and as a reminder to all parents, please note that every child at UWC Thailand is insured through Tokio Marine Safety Insurance (Thailand) PCL, with accident coverage of up to THB 10,000 per year per accident. This insurance covers accidents that occur at school or during school-related trips. However, this coverage may not be sufficient as your child’s primary health insurance. We strongly recommend that parents arrange for comprehensive medical insurance to ensure their child is fully covered while living in Thailand. If you need recommendations for an insurance broker, please email Khun Coco or Admissions for more information.

While we encourage student and parent activities after school or on weekends, please note that access to school facilities requires prior permission from our Senior Leadership Team, especially given the presence of boarding students on campus. If you wish to use the facilities, please contact Khun Coco at least two weeks in advance, and she will assist in obtaining the necessary permissions.

Each month, any unclaimed items in our Lost & Found will be donated to those in need, helping keep our school tidy and supporting a positive cause in our community. Lost and found items can be found outside the administration building. Please remember to check the Lost and Found regularly to retrieve any misplaced items and ensure they don't become part of the monthly donation.

For more information, view our Child Safeguarding page on our website.