Welcome to Chatrwittaya



Science The philosophy underpinning science in the lower secondary school is to encourage students to appreciate science and understand the importance of science and technology, both historically and in the 21st century. The science courses offered all reinforce the important scientific process skills of hypothesizing, predicting, inferring, classifying, analyzing and reporting. Science is a subject that reinforces rational thinking through practical experiments and theoretical learning. By doing hands-on experiments and reporting the findings, students are equipped to draw conclusions and become independent problem solvers.

Social Studies Social Studies involves the study of people, places and events. It is concerned with the relationships of people with each other and the environment. Students start by studying their own history and background both in a family context and as a Thai. Thai history and the history of Buddhism are studied in detail so the students understand what it means to be a Thai. From studying Thailand and Buddhism students study local neighboring countries and the rest of the world. Students become aware of the connectedness of the global economy. Beyond factual knowledge the students will develop the capacity to think and write historically and to enjoy and value the past both for its own sake as well as a means by which to understand and appreciate the present. Through the study of geography students will learn to understand their immediate environment before moving on to appreciate spatial phenomena at global levels. The students will learn how to analyze, classify, explain and record spatial phenomena with increasing sophistication as the course proceeds.

Physical Education and Health The aim of Physical Education and Health is to develop individuals who are mature in all aspects, physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. Students learn how to cultivate a healthy and active lifestyle and the programme advocates not only activities which are enjoyable, but also contributes to healthy living. It is through a balanced Physical Education and Health programme that students learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle through regular exercise, sufficient sleep and an awareness of one's own health needs. In Physical Education students develop the motor skills necessary to fully participate in a variety of physical activities, and it is the participation of students in team games like soccer, that develops team spirit and co-operative skills. The Health component involves children learning about the importance of a balanced diet, the danger of drug and alcohol abuse and learning to take responsibility for ones own health needs.

The Arts The arts are a form of human expression through activity. It is through artistic expression that children learn to share their feelings about themselves, other people and the world. An Arts’ education should involve exposure to all the artistic areas such as visual arts, including painting, sketching, ceramics and photography, as well as performance arts including music, dance and drama.

Visual Arts The students will learn about traditional Thai art and its historical significance. They would also study art from other cultures and experiment with a variety of artistic genres. Music Students will learn about traditional Thai music and musical instruments. They will also learn about western music and musical instruments and will be encouraged to develop an appreciation of music from both the east and the west. Dance Students will learn about traditional Thai dance as well as studying dance forms from other countries. They will be encouraged to choreograph their own dance performance. Drama Students will study the history of Thai, Western and Greek drama. They will learn about correct theatrical terms and will be encouraged to collaborate with each other on a dramatic presentation.

Work Education The capacity and ability to contribute to society is the cornerstone of “work education” as it is through work that societies thrive. Students in work education learn to develop good work habits such as co-operation skills, punctuality and self-sufficiency. Work education exposes the learners to a variety of job types and teaches skills appropriate to the students’ learning needs and level.

English Middle School English prepares students for the rigors of the senior school programme. The students will be exposed to a variety of writing and literature genres. They will be expected to continue to develop the skills necessary to be an effective writer. The basic grammar and writing conventions will be reinforced. They will learn to brainstorm for ideas for their writing and write for different purposes. The students will learn about plays both as a critic and as a playwright. They will also experiment with different poetry forms such as Haiku and Tanka. The students will learn to read by reading and learn to write by writing. The essence of the middle school programme is to develop skills and attitudes necessary for success in the Senior School English Programme.

Mathematics The main purpose of Chatrwittaya’s mathematics education program is to develop confident, accurate, independent problem solvers. The Math programme gives students an appreciation of the usefulness, power and beauty of the subject. Math is a truly universal language with diverse applications. The students will develop the computational skills needed in the modern, technological world. They will learn to use mathematical processes in real life situations and use the technology available, such as calculators with confidence and accuracy. Students will learn advanced topics in arithmetic, algebra and advanced algebra as well as touching on even more advanced topics such as trigonometry, statistics and probability.

Information Technology The ability to find information is as important as the information itself. In Information Technology, children learn to use computers for a purpose to find information and to communicate the information through programs such as Powerpoint and D.T.P. and to understand the powerful role I.T. plays in the world today. In Information Technology, the students will learn the following:

· Basic to advanced word processing. · Manipulation of spreadsheets, graphs and tables. · Use of basic drawing tools in programs such as Paintshop. · Present projects via Powerpoint and/or D.T.P. The students will also be expected to understand general operations of the computer such as: · Use of peripherals such as scanners. · File management including creation of backups. · Basic touch typing skills – students are expected to type (using all fingers) 20 words per minute with 95% accuracy. The philosophy behind Information Technology is to encourage the students to use the technology of the 21st century accurately and confidently.

Life Science (Biology 1) This course provides an in-depth study of a wide range of biological concepts. As such, students learn to understand themselves and their place in nature more clearly. This prepares each student for pure Natural Science and Applied Biological Sciences such as MEDICINE, PHARMACY, BIOCHEMISTRY, VETERINARY SCIENCE, etc. The curriculum starts with the study of cells- their structure, function and replication. From the basic facts emphasis is given to biochemistry aspect of the cell including protein synthesis: DNA and RNA fingerprinting. Understanding cells leads to the mechanism of genetics - matching use of recent developments to attempt to correct genetic disorders. It also explains human development based on the Natural Selection Theory. To explore the ECOLOGY, a comparative analysis of different ecosystems teaches them about the different ecosystems and makes students understand their place in the whole system. As we begin to focus on ourselves, we study the human body - its parts and individual function. We, then, give emphasis to healthcare and long life protection against diseases by discussing the causes, prevention and remedy.

Life Science (Biology 2) a) CELLS – a specialized and detailed study of the cell including the membranes. b) CHEMISTRY OF LIFE – extension work in BIOCHEM, specifically including areas of nucleic acids, cell respiration and photosynthesis. c) GENETICS – a deeper look into the nature of the gene through updated techniques in biotechnology. d) HUMAN REPRODUCTION – a survey of the reproductive processes in human beings. e) DEFENSE – detailed focus on origins of disease and our responses to these complex concerns. We dig deeper to be able to come up with preventive measures. “Defense is the best care.” f) THE FIVE KINGDOMS AND THEIR DIVERSITY – the biodiversity of nature. Students get to know other living things better and understand interdependence in the biological world. g) SUPPORT AND MOVEMENT OF ANIMALS – a specialized look into the relationship between the muscular and skeletal aspects of human movements. h) PLANT SCIENCE – a study of higher plants – herbal medicine and other kinds economically important to mankind.

PHYSICS This is a practical course which introduces experimental techniques and actual operations to students. a) MEASUREMENTS – practical simple measurements pave the way for the study of geometric and trigonometric calculations employed in light and sound wave theories. b) ENERGY – study of basic principles of statistic, the law of conservation of energy and momentum. This is done by employing technological systems and exposing students to machinery – their importance in easing out workloads. c) ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM – through Coulomb’s Law, Ohm’s Law and other concepts related to electrical circuits, students learn to appreciate practical science and use them in everyday life. d) KINETICS – based on the kinetic theory of gases and properties of solid matter in the aspects of projectile, circular, or simple harmonic movements, learners develop science process skills and attitudes. e) SOUND – movement of objects and basic principles of sound allow studies of properties of sound like resonance, intensity, and even sound pollution. f) NUCLEAR PHYSICS – study of alternating currents, electromagnetic waves and aspects of Faraday’s Law of Electro-magnetic Induction and Lenz’s Law’s principles of generators, and Maxwell’s Theory of Electro-magnetism.