Saint Gabriel's College (Thai: โรงเรียนเซนต์คาเบรียล) is a private Catholic all-boys school in Bangkok, Thailand. The school was founded by the Brothers of Saint Gabriel in 1920.
The school educates students from grade 1 through grade 12 (K–12). Admission, especially in first grade, is highly competitive as only approximately 400 students per year are admitted. Total school enrollment is roughly 5,000 students.[1] The school is known for its intensive English program.
In 1918, after the First World War ended, the demand for schools and education in Bangkok sharply increased. At that time, the Brothers of Saint Gabriel had established only one school in Bangkok, Assumption College. As a response to increasing demand, Brother Martin de Tours proposed opening a new school in Bangkok. He accepted a plot of land offered by Father Brozat of the nearby Saint Francis Xavier Church in Samsen as the site for his vision.
Construction began in 1920, the chief engineer being Mr. Be'quelin. The main building was designed entirely by Brother Martin de Tours. The building, which cost approximately 100,000 Thai baht, was completed in February 1922. Due to the building being painted light red, it has since been referred to as "tuk-daeng" (Thai: ตึกแดง) ('the red building').
In 1920, while construction was still taking place, Bro. Martin de Tours and his teaching staff began teaching temporarily at Mr. Berli's house. There were 141 students enrolled in the first year.
Symbol
The symbol of Saint Gabriel's College is a coat of arms. The middle part is an escutcheon divided into four parts which are:
A.M and white bouquet of tuberose: "A.M" means Ave Marie which means 'mother of Christ'. The white bouquet of tuberose represent a purity that all students of Saint Gabriel's aspire to.
Boat and Polaris: the boat represents life's struggle. Polaris represents hope.
DS and a cross: "DS" stands for Dieu Seul in French. The cross for the sacrifice of Jesus.
The flower around the coat of arms is an ornament that reminds students to do good—for themselves and other.
Buildings
Saint Gabriel's College has 12 buildings[1] and one stadium:
Martin De Tours buildings (ตึกมาร์ติน เดอ ตูร์) or Tuk-Daeng (ตึกแดง ตึกอำนวยการ) was the first Saint Gabriel building, constructed in the age of Brother Martin De Tours. Tuk-Daeng since then has become the most significant emblem of the school. It can be seen first when entering the school. It was no longer used as a classroom for students, but it was used as the room of the chief manager and principal's office. Today, Tuk-Daeng is renovated and preserved as a memorial of the school.
De Montfort buildings (ตึกเดอ มงฟอร์ต) is a four-storey building. On first and second floor are cafeterias for students, an auditorium and a library.
John Mary buildings (ตึกจอห์น แมรี่) is a dormitory for foreign teachers and staffs. This building also houses the roof top John Mary Center for the Performing Arts which was funded and conceptualized by noted philanthropist Devin DiCristofaro and constructed by architect John McLaughlin.
Greg Gymnasium buildings (ตึกเกรก ยิมเนเซี่ยม)is a five-storey building which was constructed in 1971. It has a basketball court for primary 5 students
Fatima buildings (ตึกฟาติมา รศ 200) is a seven-storey building which constructed in 1980. It was the building for primary 1 and 2.
Hubert buildings (ตึกฮิวเบิร์ต) Contains facilities such as a fitness center, swimming pool and car park.
Andrew buildings (ตึกแอนดรู) is a six-storey building which was constructed in 2001. It was the building for secondary 1 and 2 students.
Mae-Phra buildings (ตึกแม่พระ) is a six-storey building (including basement). It was constructed in 2007. Mae-Phra has a basketball court, swimming pool for secondary students, auditorium, and laboratory. It was the building for secondary 3–6 students.
Annunciation buildings (ตึกแม่พระรับสาส์น) is the newest building of Saint Gabriel's College. It was constructed in 2012. It was the building for primary 3 and 4 students.
90th Anniversary buildings (ตึก 90 ปี) is a five-storey building which was built for celebrating 90 years of Saint Gabriel's College.
Martin De Tours Stadium (มาร์ติน เดอ ตูร์ สเตเดี้ยม) is the artificial turf football field with metal bleachers.
Directors
Years in office
Name
1920–1926
Bro. Martin De Tours
1926–1932
Bro. Frederic Jean (1)
1932–1938
Bro. Hubert (1)
1938–1941
Bro. Frederic Jean (2)
1941–1944
Bro. Theophane Venard
1944–1947
Bro. Aloysius
1947–1953
Bro. Monfort Del Rosario (1)
1953–1955
Bro. John Mary
1955–1961
Bro. Hubert (2)
1961–1966
Bro. Monfort Del Rosario (2)
1966–1968
Bro. Alphonsus De Liquori
1968–1974
Bro. Pratheep Martin Komolmas
1975–1977
Bro. Fillip Amnuay Pinrat (1)
1977–1983
Bro. Meesak Wongprachanukul
1983–1985
Bro. Fillip Amnuay Pinrat (2)
1985–1991
Bro. Buncha Saenghirun
1991–1997
Bro. Arun Metthaseth
1997–2003
Bro. Wisit Sriwichairut
2003–2013
Bro. Anusak Nidhibhadrabhorn
2013–2018
Bro. Vinai Viriyavidhayavongs
2018–2022
Bro. Monthon Patumraj
2022–Present
Bro. Surakit Srisrankulwong
Notable alumni
M.R. Adulakit Kitiyakara (1930–2004), brother of Queen Sirikit, former President of the Supreme Court, former Privy Councillor
Rapee Sagarik (1922–2018), Thai horticulturist, botanist and orchid expert
Yuthasak Sasiprapha (born 1937), General, former minister of defence, former president of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand
Teeradej Meepien (born 1938), General, former President of the Senate of Thailand
Chirayu Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya (born 1943), former Lord Chamberlain of the Royal Household and former Director-General of the Crown Property Bureau
Kosit Panpiemras (1943–2016), Executive Chairman of Bangkok Bank, former Minister of Industry and Deputy Prime Minister
Surayud Chulanont (born 1943), General, former Commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Army, former Prime Minister of Thailand
Prawit Wongsuwan (born 1945), General, former Commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Army, former Minister of Defence, former Deputy Prime Minister
Korn Dabbaransi (born 1945), former Deputy Prime Minister, former Minister of Science and Technology and Minister of Public Health
Supachai Panitchpakdi (born 1946), former Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), former Secretary-General of the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
M.R. Pridiyathorn Devakula (born 1947), former Governor of the Bank of Thailand, former Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister
Fourth Nattawat Jirochtikul (born 2004), Actor and singer
References
^ abTreerutkuarkul, Apiradee (26 May 2018). "School leads charge to energy efficiency". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 26 May 2018.
January 14, 2023
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For the college of the same name in London see Saint Gabriel s College Church of England This article needs additional citations for verification Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources Unsourced material may be challenged and removed Find sources Saint Gabriel s College news newspapers books scholar JSTOR August 2017 Learn how and when to remove this template message Saint Gabriel s College Thai orngeriynesntkhaebriyl is a private Catholic all boys school in Bangkok Thailand The school was founded by the Brothers of Saint Gabriel in 1920 Saint Gabriel s CollegeLocation565 Samsen Rd Dusit BangkokThailandCoordinates13 46 33 N 100 30 23 E 13 77583 N 100 50639 E 13 77583 100 50639 Coordinates 13 46 33 N 100 30 23 E 13 77583 N 100 50639 E 13 77583 100 50639InformationTypePrivate Roman Catholic All boys Basic Primary Grades 1 6 and Secondary Grades 7 12 education institutionMottoLabor omnia vincit Latin Labor conquers all things Religious affiliation s Roman Catholic Gabrielite Brothers Established1920 103 years ago 1920 FounderBro Martin de Tours f s g DirectorBro Surakit Srisrankulwong f s g Colour s Blue and white Languages taughtThai English German Mandarin Chinese JapaneseWebsitewww wbr sg wbr ac wbr thThe school educates students from grade 1 through grade 12 K 12 Admission especially in first grade is highly competitive as only approximately 400 students per year are admitted Total school enrollment is roughly 5 000 students 1 The school is known for its intensive English program Contents 1 History 2 Symbol 3 Buildings 4 Directors 5 Notable alumni 6 ReferencesHistory Edit Saint Gabriel s College circa 1920s In 1918 after the First World War ended the demand for schools and education in Bangkok sharply increased At that time the Brothers of Saint Gabriel had established only one school in Bangkok Assumption College As a response to increasing demand Brother Martin de Tours proposed opening a new school in Bangkok He accepted a plot of land offered by Father Brozat of the nearby Saint Francis Xavier Church in Samsen as the site for his vision Construction began in 1920 the chief engineer being Mr Be quelin The main building was designed entirely by Brother Martin de Tours The building which cost approximately 100 000 Thai baht was completed in February 1922 Due to the building being painted light red it has since been referred to as tuk daeng Thai tukaedng the red building In 1920 while construction was still taking place Bro Martin de Tours and his teaching staff began teaching temporarily at Mr Berli s house There were 141 students enrolled in the first year Symbol EditThe symbol of Saint Gabriel s College is a coat of arms The middle part is an escutcheon divided into four parts which are A M and white bouquet of tuberose A M means Ave Marie which means mother of Christ The white bouquet of tuberose represent a purity that all students of Saint Gabriel s aspire to Boat and Polaris the boat represents life s struggle Polaris represents hope DS and a cross DS stands for Dieu Seul in French The cross for the sacrifice of Jesus The flower around the coat of arms is an ornament that reminds students to do good for themselves and other Buildings EditSaint Gabriel s College has 12 buildings 1 and one stadium Martin De Tours buildings tukmartin edx tur or Tuk Daeng tukaedng tukxanwykar was the first Saint Gabriel building constructed in the age of Brother Martin De Tours Tuk Daeng since then has become the most significant emblem of the school It can be seen first when entering the school It was no longer used as a classroom for students but it was used as the room of the chief manager and principal s office Today Tuk Daeng is renovated and preserved as a memorial of the school De Montfort buildings tukedx mngfxrt is a four storey building On first and second floor are cafeterias for students an auditorium and a library John Mary buildings tukcxhn aemri is a dormitory for foreign teachers and staffs This building also houses the roof top John Mary Center for the Performing Arts which was funded and conceptualized by noted philanthropist Devin DiCristofaro and constructed by architect John McLaughlin Greg Gymnasium buildings tukekrk yimenesiym is a five storey building which was constructed in 1971 It has a basketball court for primary 5 students Fatima buildings tukfatima rs 200 is a seven storey building which constructed in 1980 It was the building for primary 1 and 2 Hubert buildings tukhiwebirt Contains facilities such as a fitness center swimming pool and car park Andrew buildings tukaexndru is a six storey building which was constructed in 2001 It was the building for secondary 1 and 2 students Mae Phra buildings tukaemphra is a six storey building including basement It was constructed in 2007 Mae Phra has a basketball court swimming pool for secondary students auditorium and laboratory It was the building for secondary 3 6 students Annunciation buildings tukaemphrarbsasn is the newest building of Saint Gabriel s College It was constructed in 2012 It was the building for primary 3 and 4 students 90th Anniversary buildings tuk 90 pi is a five storey building which was built for celebrating 90 years of Saint Gabriel s College Martin De Tours Stadium martin edx tur setediym is the artificial turf football field with metal bleachers Directors EditYears in office Name1920 1926 Bro Martin De Tours1926 1932 Bro Frederic Jean 1 1932 1938 Bro Hubert 1 1938 1941 Bro Frederic Jean 2 1941 1944 Bro Theophane Venard1944 1947 Bro Aloysius1947 1953 Bro Monfort Del Rosario 1 1953 1955 Bro John Mary1955 1961 Bro Hubert 2 1961 1966 Bro Monfort Del Rosario 2 1966 1968 Bro Alphonsus De Liquori1968 1974 Bro Pratheep Martin Komolmas1975 1977 Bro Fillip Amnuay Pinrat 1 1977 1983 Bro Meesak Wongprachanukul1983 1985 Bro Fillip Amnuay Pinrat 2 1985 1991 Bro Buncha Saenghirun1991 1997 Bro Arun Metthaseth1997 2003 Bro Wisit Sriwichairut2003 2013 Bro Anusak Nidhibhadrabhorn2013 2018 Bro Vinai Viriyavidhayavongs2018 2022 Bro Monthon Patumraj2022 Present Bro Surakit SrisrankulwongNotable alumni EditM R Adulakit Kitiyakara 1930 2004 brother of Queen Sirikit former President of the Supreme Court former Privy Councillor Samak Sundaravej 1935 2009 former Prime Minister of Thailand Rapee Sagarik 1922 2018 Thai horticulturist botanist and orchid expert Yuthasak Sasiprapha born 1937 General former minister of defence former president of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand Teeradej Meepien born 1938 General former President of the Senate of Thailand Chirayu Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya born 1943 former Lord Chamberlain of the Royal Household and former Director General of the Crown Property Bureau Kosit Panpiemras 1943 2016 Executive Chairman of Bangkok Bank former Minister of Industry and Deputy Prime Minister Surayud Chulanont born 1943 General former Commander in chief of the Royal Thai Army former Prime Minister of Thailand Prawit Wongsuwan born 1945 General former Commander in chief of the Royal Thai Army former Minister of Defence former Deputy Prime Minister Korn Dabbaransi born 1945 former Deputy Prime Minister former Minister of Science and Technology and Minister of Public Health Supachai Panitchpakdi born 1946 former Director General of the World Trade Organization WTO former Secretary General of the UN Conference on Trade and Development UNCTAD M R Pridiyathorn Devakula born 1947 former Governor of the Bank of Thailand former Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister Rewat Buddhinan 1948 1996 founder of the GMM Grammy Kobsak Sabhavasu born 1949 former Deputy Prime Minister Thirachai Phuvanatnaranubala born 1951 former Minister of Finance Itthaporn Subhawong born 1952 former Commander in chief of the Royal Thai Air Force Udomdej Sitabutr born 1955 former Commander in chief of the Royal Thai Army Suwat Liptapanlop born 1955 former Deputy Prime Minister Pornchai Mongkhonvanit born 1958 President of Siam University Apirat Kongsompong born 1960 former Commander in chief of the Royal Thai Army Choengchai Chomchoengpaet born 1963 incumbent Commander in chief of the Royal Thai Navy Varawut Silpa archa born 1973 former Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha born 1985 CEO of King Power Sanon Wangsrangboon born 1989 Deputy Governor of Bangkok Timethai born 1996 Actor and singer Billkin Putthipong Assaratanakul born 1999 Actor and singer Fourth Nattawat Jirochtikul born 2004 Actor and singerReferences Edit a b Treerutkuarkul Apiradee 26 May 2018 School leads charge to energy efficiency Bangkok Post Retrieved 26 May 2018 Retrieved from https en wikipedia org w index php title Saint Gabriel 27s College amp oldid 1132126211, wikipedia, wiki, book, books, library,
