Category: Activity

Members of the Pattaya Orphanage, along with teachers and staff, as well as the Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities gathered to express their warmest congratulations to Sister Maria Rapiphan Sawaddikan on the occasion of her Name Day, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Together, we offered our prayers and best wishes, asking God to grant her excellent health, joy, and continued strength in her dedicated mission of caring for our children. May the Lord bless her and grant all her heart’s desires..

Sotpattana School for kindergartners with disabilities organized a Traditional Thai Games activity, giving children the opportunity to explore Thai cultural heritage through meaningful and enjoyable play. The children participated in various traditional games that encouraged social interaction, motor development, creativity, and self-expression, all within a warm and cheerful atmosphere supported by dedicated teachers..

Members of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities, led by Rev. Michael Weera Phangrak, gathered to offer birthday greetings to Most Reverend Philip Adisak Phorn-Ngam, Bishop of Chanthaburi Diocese, and Most Reverend Silvio Siripong Charatsri, Bishop of Ratchaburi Diocese. With gratitude and warm wishes, we pray that God’s abundant blessings be upon both Bishops on this special occasion.

Sotpattana School for preschool kids with disabilities organized a study tour, taking 28 students by train from Pattaya Station to Chuk Samet Station to visit the Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Center in Sattahip. Children learned together with 31 kindergarteners from the Pattaya Orphanage, under the care of 32 teachers, parents, caregivers, and volunteers. Thanks to everyone, including the FAB group in Europe, led by Mr. Bernard Muller, who supported most of the expenses.

Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities organized the annual Loy Krathong Day 2025 activity to mark Thailand’s cherished traditions and cultural heritage. In cooperation with the Pattaya Orphanage, the children joyfully learned how to make their own “Krathongs” using various materials, decorating them with flowers, incense, and candles. Before the activities began, teachers and students stood together in silent tribute to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, expressing their heartfelt gratitude for Her boundless benevolence. Afterwards, the children dressed in beautiful traditional Thai costumes from different eras and gathered around the pond to float their krathongs, filling the atmosphere with smiles, laughter, and warmth. The toddler’s age and preschooler children from the Pattaya Orphanage also joined this joyful celebration.

Representatives of the Pattaya Orphanage joined the blessing of the cemetery of St. Nikolaus Church Pattaya at the 2025 annual ceremony, and remembered our beloved departed in a special way today. May Fr. Raymond A. Brennan CSsR, former residents, and the relatives of our staff personnel rest in eternal peace..

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 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. Thank you to all involved, especially the Pattaya City Land Disaster Prevention Department officers, the instructors who provided both theoretical and practical knowledge, and to Mr. Chakkrit Panyakaew, Head of the Maintenance Department, and his team for all the preparations. We are grateful to everyone involved for their support and commitment to keeping our home and community safe.