Category: Activity

At the end of the mid-term break for the 2025 academic year, 55 children and people with disabilities under the care of the Pattaya Orphanage, ranging in age from preschool levels and up, enjoyed a relaxing time at Yin Yom Beach in Pattaya. Playing in the sea, surrounded by nature, despite the onset of winter in Thailand, brought joy to all the children. Many thanks to everyone involved, including Mr. Bernard Mueller and the FAB group in Europe, for their support with the ice cream treat as well as beach chairs and umbrellas..

During the mid-year break, children from preschool age and older enjoyed hip-hop dancing in their free time with artist Jack Hivatalos from Hungary, during his vacation in Thailand.. Thank you very much..

The management and staff members of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities offered our sincere condolences on the passing of Mrs. Thongdee Krannasoot, beloved mother of Ms. Wipharat Mekarun (Nok), from the Nutrition Department. Recently, our home took part as graciously hosted for the funeral prayer ceremony, Nong Chap Tao Temple, Sattahip. The cremation took place on 15th October. Our heartfelt prayers go to the late Mrs. Thongdee for eternal peace, and may her family find comfort, strength, and serenity during this time of loss.

The Pattaya Orphanage, by the Maintenance Department, organized a training and fire drill for new staff members. The session included lessons about using fire extinguishers and understanding what to do in case of a fire. During the drill, we simulated a fire situation on the fourth floor of our five-story building. This exercise helped everyone learn important safety measures. We also included residents and users of the building in the drill, including children from preschool age and older, as well as the teachers from the Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities, who participated twice. Our staff worked diligently to ensure everyone was safe during the practice, especially when using the fire escape and moving to the Assembly Point. We are grateful to everyone involved for their support and commitment to keeping our home and community safe.

On the morning of Friday, October 3, 2025, Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities held a delightful open house event titled “Small but Beautiful Market”. Each of the six classrooms showcased projects they worked on: the Ladybug Room explored watermelons, the Flower Room learned about bananas, the Chicken Room studied rice, the Under the Sea Room investigated eggs, the Tree Room focused on oranges, and the Phoenix Room also looked at bananas. The event attracted parents, students, and guests from local organizations, including Darasamutr School and Father Ray Foundation. Members of the Pattaya Orphanage and the party from International School of Chonburi also attended, supporting various activity booths. The day highlighted the teachers’ dedication to their students, and the children were excited to participate. Thank you to everyone who organized and supported this fantastic event..

October is the month of the Holy Rosary and members of the Pattaya Orphanage as well as our Deaf School gather for rosary prayers nightly. Starting today, we honored Our Lady of the Holy Rosary and pray to her for good health, safety, and well-being of all of us, our families, and all the benefactors, including those departed.. We also prayed for the peaceful world..

At the annual feast of Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael in 2025, members of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities, collectively wished Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak “Happy Feast Day”.. May our director continue to be blessed with excellent health, kind heart and foresight..

The Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for kindergartners with disabilities organized a Mini Zoo event for the children. This fun-filled day allowed them to see and feed a variety of small animals, including Gatsby or Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Miniature pigs, Goats, Harris’s Hawk, Eurasian Eagle-Owl (the largest owl species in the world), and White-faced Owl (the smallest owl species in the world). Additionally, the children could touch and get a close look at albino Burmese python and colorful parrots. This event offered a unique and hands-on learning experience, sparking the children’s creativity and imagination. Thanks to all the teachers and nannies who supported the children so attentively, the zoo owners and their friends at the Terminal 21 Pattaya open-air stores.. Our sincere appreciation to Fonds des Amis de Bernie (FAB) members in Europe, represented by Mr. Bernard Mueller, for the financial support to yet another children’s activity..

At the 2025 annual feast of Catholic Community at St. Nikolaus Church, Pattaya. This year’s feast takes place on Sunday, 21st September. Members of the Pattaya Orphanage, being part of the community, participated in the preparations of this joyful occasion. On the actual day of the celebration, the Most Reverend Philip Adisak Phorn-Ngam, Bishop of the Diocese of Chanthaburi, presided over the grand celebration with numerous participants from all over the diocese..

For 1st time during the current academic year 2025-2026, Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities held a workshop on Thai sign language for parents of the students to help upgrade their communication skills with children in their care. Participants very much enjoyed the program with the improvement in their signing and the opportunity to get to know more of fellow parents..