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 usually meet once a 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 2023/24 academic year we hosted coffee mornings, number squares, themed hamper raffles, a spooky film night, a Christmas Fair, a Christmas wreath making session, an Easter trail and a comedy night. 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.
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.
How can you join the Friends?
If you are interested in joining the Friends please contact Miss Tucker via email and she will pass on your details:
admin@west-tanfield.n-yorks.sch.uk
Alternatively, please speak to Claire Lancaster, Jessica Petchey or Becky Stainthorp 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.