The Parent Teachers Association at Great Waltham School was formed in 1976 and renamed the Friends of Great Waltham School (FOGWS) in September 1997. It is affiliated to the National Confederation of Parent Teachers Association and all school staff and parents of children at the school are members. There is no membership fee. The object of the FOGWS is to help provide facilities that will enhance the education of the pupils at the school. Further to this the association aims to foster more effective relationships between the staff, parents, and others connected with the school and also to engage in activities which support the school and advance the education of its pupils.

The Friends of Great Waltham School (FOGWS) runs various events throughout the school year for the enjoyment of our children and their families and to raise funds for equipment and activities in addition to those provided by the school budget.

In the past we have run pancake races, had a decorate the egg competition, produced a commemorative tea-towel featuring self-portraits of all the children, enjoyed an evening concert for the children by local singer Kimberlyn and organised a fantastic Summer Fayre which by itself raised over £1000. From the proceeds of these and earlier events we have been delighted to pay for, amongst other things, the whole school to go to the Civic Theatre to see the Christmas pantomime, a brand new climbing frame for our outdoor adventure trail, tracksuits and sports kit with the school logo for teams competing in inter-school competitions and a complete set of staging for use during plays, assemblies and concerts. In addition we have funds in place for the purchase of a new ball wall to practice outdoor ball skills and a new indoor climbing frame for P.E.

The Friends consists of a small but very friendly group of parents who meet roughly once a month to organise current events and plan for new ones. We are always delighted to welcome new members or to receive ideas for future events or activities so if you would like to get in touch at any time we can be contacted either directly (Helen Mansfield 07772 382403 or by e-mail at helen.mansfield007@btinternet.com) or with a note via the class pouch system.

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