Friends of St Nicholas School
Who are the “Friends of St Nicholas”?
We are a group of parents who volunteer our time to raise funds for the school. These funds are used to provide the children with equipment, facilities and experiences that are not covered by the government funding allocated to the school.
How often do we meet?
The Friends meet once every half term to discuss fundraising ideas and to organise events. Parents, carers, grandparents and friends are all welcome to join at any time.
What sort of fundraising activities do the Friends do?
In the 2024/25 academic year we hosted a spooky film night, a Christmas disco, a Christmas coffee and craft morning, a wreath making session and a Taylor Swift tribute act. We always welcome new ideas!
What have the funds raised by the Friends been used for?
The funds raised last academic year supported the Little Wandle reading scheme, the science workshops held in school and transport to various events. They also provided a new mud kitchen and several iPads for educational use in school.
Every year we commit to subsidising the end-of-year whole school trip and paying for ice creams on the day, as well as buying a leavers hoodie for every Year 6 pupil and book bags for new starters at the school. How can you join the Friends?
If you are interested in joining the Friends please email the Friends Secretary via email, stating your name and contact telephone number: friendsofstnicholaswt@gmail.com.
Alternatively, speak to Claire Jones (Chair), Jessicia Petchey (Treasurer) or Laura Wildwood (Secretary) in the playground. You are also very welcome to just turn up at one of our meetings, the details of which will be posted on the school calendar.
How can you support the Friends?
If you do not wish to become a member of the Friends but would still like to help in some way, we would be very pleased to hear from you. Sometimes we need a cake baking, a prize donating for a raffle or help serving refreshments at one of our events.
You can also show your support for the Friends and the school by attending the events we organise. Details of our events will be posted on the Friends News & Events page of this website, as well as being advertised on the school calendar and the weekly school newsletters.