Stars of Wellington: Celebrating a New Year of Achievement

As we begin the 2026–27 Academic Year, we look forward to celebrating the many achievements of our talented students at Wellington College International School Bangkok.

From academics and sport to performing arts, leadership, and beyond, Stars of Wellington shines a spotlight on the dedication, passion, and perseverance of our students as they pursue their goals and make us proud.

We look forward to another year of celebrating the talent, ambition, and Wellington spirit that make our school community so special.

 Sport Achievements

Congratulations to Shawn (Year 5)! 🌟🎾

Over the summer break, Shawn made the most of his time away from school by competing in several tennis tournaments and gaining valuable experience against a variety of opponents.

It was a busy and challenging summer, requiring him to stay focused, manage his energy, and adapt his game throughout each competition. His hard work and dedication were rewarded with some fantastic results:

🏆 2nd Runner-Up – U10 Boys Singles
49th Tecnifibre Schools Tennis 10s & Juniors Tournament 2026

🥉 3rd Place – U10 Boys Singles
🏆 Winner – U10 Boys Doubles
Space Tennis 10s & Juniors Championship 3/2026

🏆 Winner – U10 Boys Doubles
ALM x Impact Tennis 10s Juniors Championship 2026

🏆 Winner – U10 Boys Doubles
Space Tennis 10s & Juniors Championship 4/2026

Beyond the trophies and results, each tournament gave Shawn the opportunity to learn, develop his game, and grow in confidence on the court.

A fantastic summer of tennis and a wonderful reflection of Shawn’s dedication and progress — well done, Shawn! 👏✨


Stars of Wellington Punn Year 7 08-28-2026

Congratulations to Punn (Year 7)! 🌟🎾

We are proud to celebrate Punn’s highly successful summer break, during which he competed in two major tennis tournaments and achieved impressive results in both.

At the 5th PTT – Lawn Tennis Association of Thailand (LTAT) Skills Development (Northeast) tournament in Khon Kaen, Punn secured 🥉 2nd Runner-Up in U12 Boys Singles. He demonstrated excellent resilience throughout the competition, including a memorable Quarterfinal victory over an opponent he had previously struggled to defeat.

Continuing his strong form at the ALM x Impact Junior Tennis Championships 2026, Punn and his partner claimed the 🏆 U12 Boys Doubles Championship, winning 6–1 in the Semifinals before securing the title with a confident 6–3 victory in the Final.

These achievements reflect Punn’s continued growth, determination, and ability to perform across both singles and doubles competition.

A fantastic summer of tennis and another exciting step forward in his journey — well done, Punn! 👏✨


Stars of Wellington Navy Year 5 08-28-2026

Congratulations to Navy (Year 5)! 🌟🐎

We are delighted to celebrate Navy’s latest achievement at the Equestrian Interschool Championship 2026, held from 11–16 August 2026 at the Thai Polo & Equestrian Club in Pattaya.

Competing in the Show Jumping event in the 8–12 Years category, Navy delivered a strong performance to secure 🥉 3rd Place.

This achievement is another wonderful milestone in Navy’s equestrian journey and reflects her continued dedication and commitment to the sport.

A fantastic result — well done, Navy! 👏✨


Stars of Wellington Vda Year 5 08-28-2026

Congratulations to Vda (Year 5)! 🌟⛳

We are delighted to celebrate an incredible series of achievements in Vda’s recent golf tournaments, showcasing her continued growth, resilience, and competitive spirit.

At the JGS Central #4 [CO TJGA] – Race to Dubai, Singapore & Australia, held at Pattana Sports Resort, Chonburi, Vda was crowned 🏆 Champion following a playoff. Despite challenging winds, changing weather, and rain throughout the competition, she stayed composed and gained valuable experience managing the demanding conditions.

The victory was made even more memorable as it was Vda’s first playoff experience. Returning to the same hole she had played in both tournament rounds, she made a birdie for the third time to secure the championship! 🏆

The following week, Vda continued her strong form at the TGA Singha–Krungthai Junior Golf Ranking 2026–2027, where she earned 🥈 1st Runner-Up in the Class D Girls category.

She then went on to claim another title at the JGS Central #5 – Race to Dubai & Malaysia, Sabah International Junior Masters, held at Lotus Valley Golf Resort, where she was crowned 🏆 Winner in the Class DG category.

Three tournaments, three podium finishes, and two championship titles — a fantastic run of results that reflects Vda’s determination, resilience, and continued development on the course.

Keep believing, keep fighting, and keep growing. Congratulations, Vda, on an outstanding series of achievements! 👏💙⛳


Performing Arts Achievements

Stars of Wellington Alice Year 8 08-28-2026

Congratulations to Alice (Year 8), Wellington College Governors’ Music Scholar! 🌟🎻

We are delighted to celebrate Alice’s recent achievements, both in recognition of her accomplishments and in her continued musical development.

Alice was awarded the 21st Bangkok Outstanding Children and Youth Award (Sparkling Diamond) เด็กและเยาวชนดีเด่นกรุงเทพมหานคร (ประกายเพชร) ครั้งที่ 21 at a ceremony held on 15 August 2026 at the Thai–Japanese Youth Centre in Din Daeng.

In addition to receiving a plaque, certificate, and scholarship, Alice was honoured to represent the award recipients during the ceremony. She performed a violin duet with a fellow Music Scholar, presenting Saeng Thian (Candlelight Blues), a royal composition by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), and also took part in a special performance with the other award-winning young people. Her achievements were further showcased in a display featuring her competition trophies, certificates, and medals.

Over the summer, Alice also participated in the Summer Camp at The Tianjin Juilliard School, following a successful international audition. The programme brought together young musicians from around the world for intensive musical training with Juilliard faculty members and internationally renowned artists.

These wonderful experiences reflect Alice’s dedication to her music and her continued growth as a young musician.

Congratulations, Alice, on these remarkable achievements! 👏✨


Congratulations to Archie! 🌟🎹

We are delighted to share Archie’s wonderful achievement at the International Music Youth Competition – Final Round, held in Tokyo, Japan, on 12 August 2026.

Competing on the international stage, Archie delivered an outstanding performance and was awarded 🏆 First Place.

This is a fantastic achievement and a proud moment for Archie. We are delighted to celebrate this special success with the Wellington community.

Congratulations, Archie, on your well-deserved First Place! 👏✨


Stars of Wellington Able Year 5 08-28-2026

Congratulations to Able (Year 5)! 🌟🥁

We are delighted to celebrate Able’s impressive achievements over the summer break, where his dedication and passion for drumming earned him recognition across several national and international competitions.

🏆 Thailand Drum Award 2026
Able received a Gold Medal and achieved 3rd Place in the 10–11 Years Category.

🌏 Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2026
Able reached the Final Round in the Junior Category, earning the opportunity to compete as a finalist in Singapore.

🥇 Drum Off Thailand – Preliminary Round
Competing in the Intermediate Category, Able was awarded a Gold Medal and the Championship Award.

🇬🇧 UK International Music Competition 2026 – Season 3
In the Online Competition for the 9–10 Years Category, Able achieved an impressive Second Prize.

From national stages to international competitions, Able’s achievements reflect his continued growth, commitment, and enthusiasm for music.

A fantastic summer of rhythm and achievement — congratulations, Able! 👏✨


Academic Achievements

A warm welcome to Oscar and congratulations on a remarkable summer experience!

Before beginning his new chapter at Wellington, Oscar had the wonderful opportunity to represent Thailand at the CISV International Summer Village in Haslach, Austria.

Selected through Thailand’s Department of Children and Youth, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, Oscar spent the programme living and learning alongside young people from around the world. He shared Thai culture, discovered new perspectives, formed international friendships, and experienced what it means to be part of a truly global community.

Adding to this memorable experience, the programme, including Oscar as Thailand’s youth representative, was also featured in the local Austrian media, Tips Rohrbach.

We are delighted to welcome Oscar to the Wellington community and look forward to seeing him bring the curiosity, confidence, and international spirit he has gained from this experience into this exciting new chapter.

What a wonderful way to begin his Wellington journey — welcome, Oscar! 🌟


Oscar's media feature, along with a few photographs from his time in Austria