It’s been another eventful month at Bright Dawn Foundation!

Eye Tests at All Schools

Clearer vision for brighter learning—thank you Lions Club of Hua Hin!

Self-Defense Training (All Schools)

Building confidence and safety skills—big thanks to the Lions Club of Hua Hin for supporting this program!

August Newsletter Issued

All the latest updates, stories, and student moments in one place.

Football Camp Begins (Huay Sai Ngam School)

Kicking off skills, teamwork, and fun—football camp is underway! 

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It’s been another busy and exciting month at Bright Dawn Foundation schools

From hands-on projects and learning check-ins to teamwork on the court and inspiring adventures beyond the classroom —here are our July Highlights!

1. Wang Both Petanque Court

New court, new skills, and lots of teamwork in action!

2. Child Development Testing

Checking in on growth and learning milestones to better support every child’s progress

3. Prize Giving: Xmas Card Art Competition

Celebrating creativity and awarding our talented young artists for their festive designs

4. Nong Hieng Tie-Dye Project

Color, creativity, and hands-on fun—students learn to make their own tie-dye masterpieces

5. Inspiration Trip: Children’s Museum Bangkok

A day of discovery, curiosity, and big ideas at the Children’s Museum Bangkok 

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Take a look at our students at Nong Hieng School putting their mulberry skills into action—learning every step of the journey from harvesting on the bush to preparing a saleable product.

These hands-on lessons build practical skills, confidence, and real-life experience, helping students see how local resources can become something valuable. 

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Back to School and a busy month. Check out the highlights in this video.

May Highlights

• New Term Supplies Delivered Shirts, socks, toothpaste & toothbrushes—plus new shoes for Nong Kra Toom—ready for a strong start.

• Directors’ Meeting Planning with our partner school directors to align priorities, key dates, and support for the term ahead.

• New Building Opening @ Nong Kra Toom Celebrating a new classroom building with a Library, Science Lab, and English Lab—amazing new spaces for learning.

• School Opening Back to school across all 5 partner schools - students looking smart and ready to learn for the new term.

• Hua Hin International School Visit Hua Hin International School students joined Nong Hieng’s Creative Club—playing games, sharing laughs, and practicing conversation together. 

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Learning sticks best when it feels like play—and that’s exactly what our English/Thai cartoon books are made for. Each book pairs bright, kid-friendly illustrations with simple bilingual text, helping young readers build vocabulary in both languages while enjoying stories they can relate to. Because the language is practical and repeated naturally throughout the story, children gain confidence step by step—whether they’re reading with a parent, following along in class, or practicing on their own.

What makes these books extra special is that they teach more than words. Our characters explore everyday health and education topics in ways children understand, from dental care and healthy food choices, exercise, Learning English and emotional wellbeing. The goal is to support early literacy and real-life habits at the same time—so kids aren’t just learning English and Thai, they’re learning how to take care of themselves and make positive choices every day.

Take a look at our books, by clicking the button below:

As we step into 2026, let's take a moment to reflect on the incredible year that was 2025 at Bright Dawn Foundation. For 15 years, we've been dedicated to empowering low-income Thai children through healthcare and education in the Hua Hin area, offering a hand up to help them build brighter futures. This year, your support made it possible to do even more—let's celebrate the milestones. 

For the Thai version of this video see below...

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We recently uploaded a video that delves into the process of our annual medical examinations, vision screenings, and child development tests for the year 2025. These comprehensive healthcare checks are an integral part of our commitment to the well-being of our students.

Through this video, you can see our dedicated team of professionals in action as they conduct these important health and development checks. Their diligent work ensures that our students are not only physically healthy but also receive the necessary support if any developmental gaps are identified.

These checks are crucial to the holistic development of our students. By providing timely and appropriate interventions, we can help pave the way for a healthy and successful future for every child under our care.

We believe that our work in the field of education extends beyond the classroom. It also involves ensuring the overall well-being of our students. We invite you to watch this informative video to gain a better understanding of the measures we take to uphold this commitment.

Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated with our work. Your support makes a big difference!

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At Bright Dawn Foundation, we believe that proper nutrition is an essential ingredient for effective learning. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive school meal program that includes breakfast and lunch for all our students. But our program is about more than just providing food – it’s about promoting health, community, and education.

Each morning, our students start the day with a hearty breakfast, fueling their bodies and minds for the day ahead. Then, come lunchtime, they’re served a nutritious and delicious meal that not only satisfies their hunger but also supports their overall health and well-being.

At the heart of our program is our school garden, where we grow a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. Our students play an active role in maintaining the garden, learning about the process of growing food from seed to harvest. They take great pride in heading out to the garden to pick the fresh produce that will later be used in cooking their meals. This gives them a hands-on understanding of where their food comes from and the importance of fresh, nutritious ingredients.

We’ve found that involving students in this process not only provides them with valuable knowledge and skills, but it also encourages them to make healthier food choices. Plus, there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of eating a meal made with ingredients you’ve grown yourself!

Our school meal program is just one of the ways we’re working to provide a holistic education for our students at Bright Dawn Foundation. We’re committed to supporting the well-being of our students in every way possible – because we know that healthy, well-nourished students are better-equipped to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

We’re so grateful for the support of our community in making this program possible. Together, we’re creating a healthier, brighter future for our students!

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As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with immense gratitude and pride at what we've achieved at the Bright Dawn Foundation.

Throughout 2024, our mission remained the same - to transform lives through education, healthcare, and social welfare. We've had incredible successes and have seen firsthand the transformative power of education in the five government primary schools we support in the Prachuap Khiri Khan Province of Thailand.

We've put together a short video to showcase some of our highlights from this past year. This video takes you on a journey through our various initiatives, from our successful English Day event at Navy Phirom, our enriching collaborative learning experience with the HHIS at our Nong Kra Toom school, to our constant efforts in strengthening healthcare and social connections for our students.

None of this would have been possible without the generous support from our donors. Your belief in our cause enables us to turn dreams into reality, and for that, we are forever grateful.

Watch the video here to see our journey and the difference we've made together in 2024.

As we look forward to another year, we remain committed to our mission. With your continued support, we believe we can make an even greater impact in the lives of our students.

Together, let's keep making a difference.

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We are happy to present a testimonial given to our Head of English, Nace, by Mr. Somkuan Ratchatawimon, the Deputy Director of the Prachuabkirikhan Primary Educational Service Area Office 2.

They discussed the impact of the Bright Dawn Foundation on the schools it supports. Mr. Somkuan shares his first-hand experiences and observations on how our initiatives are fostering positive change and inspiring students to reach their full potential.

Thank you very much to the Bright Dawn Foundation for bringing happiness to the children and providing them with greater learning opportunities. Your commitment to doing good, as well as creating a supportive learning environment in schools, providing learning materials, computers, and much more, is truly commendable.

The support for academic development through interactive English classes, field trips, and exciting external learning experiences, along with creative arts sessions, aims to make learning enjoyable. This approach not only provides education but also spreads joy among the children and our future generations. It fosters goodness and beauty in students because happy children are good children. Goodness shapes children into quality individuals, laying a solid foundation for them to become good members of their families, communities, and the nation in the future.

Bright Dawn also promotes outdoor activities that encourage children to exercise and use their imagination, enhancing their physical abilities, social skills, and overall well-being. From exploring nature and the environment to learning how to navigate social interactions, outdoor play gives children opportunities to learn, grow, and enjoy being kids. Encouraging children to step outside and enjoy the benefits of outdoor play is vital.

Bright Dawn is dedicated to creating educational opportunities for children and youth. It supports schools in the community to foster knowledge, experiences, and life skills for the sustainable development of children and youth in real-life applications. On behalf of the students, youth, teachers, and parents at the schools that have benefited from the aforementioned support from the Bright Dawn Foundation, thank you for creating a better future for our country.

Mr. Somkuan Ratchatawimon

Deputy Director of the Prachuap Khiri Khan Primary Educational Service Area Office 2