Friends of Sherfield
Friends of Sherfield (FoS) is an integral part of the school community.
FoS has raised thousands of pounds for equipment and resources to enhance our children’s educational experience, the school’s facilities and for the charities chosen by the parents. However, FoS is about much more than simply fundraising.
FoS exists to provide closer links and communication between home and school, via Parent Liaisons for each year group/class. It is an excellent way to bring staff, parents and friends together socially in support of the school, working towards a common goal.
It is fun too - just ask any of the Committee members or FoS helpers - and with the continued support of parents and staff, FoS continues to succeed in its efforts. We encourage parents and members of the school community to get involved, even if they only have a small amount of time available. Full membership is open to all parents and guardians of children enrolled at the school.
FoS is extremely conscious of the ethos and diversity of the school, and tries very hard when organising and planning events to respect this.
Not all of our events are run as fundraisers. FoS also helps at events, such as Sports Day and the Bonfire Spectacular to name but a few, with the aim of giving the children a good time and as a way of thanking families for their continued support to FoS. Other events organised over the years have included Charity Balls, Quiz Nights, Christmas Markets, Pamper Evenings, Family Fun days, plus various coffee and cake mornings.
If you want to know more about FoS, connect to their Facebook group.
Getting Involved
Events are always more successful with the support of the parent community. volunteering to help at the bar on Fireworks Night, decorating the school for Christmas, donating or buying pre-loved uniform from the FoS shop, or manning a stall for an hour at the Family Fun Day are all ways to get involved. There’s always a FoS committee member to show you the ropes and it’s a great way to meet more parents, not to mention being good fun. Even an hour of your time can make such a difference.
Please keep an eye out for the sign up link that is sent out before each event. If every parent could find some time to sign up for just one hour a year FoS would have all the support it needs.
If you have ideas for future events or activities or have feedback that could improve what we do please share via info@friendsofsherfield.org.
Parent Liaison Representatives
Each year and/ or tutor group has a Parent Liaison representative whose primary role is to ensure that new parents and carers are welcomed into the school community and attempt to answer any day-to-day questions that may arise. In addition, they provide clear and effective communication to ensure that parents are aware of relevant school events and activities.
Questions regarding educational matters should be addressed to the relevant class teacher or head of year.
If you are interested in becoming a Parent Liaison for your year or tutor group, please email info@friendsofsherfield.org
Fundraising
FoS is a registered charity which organises events and activities for the benefit of the school, parents and the local community. FoS supports the children’s enrichment and educational advancement, provides parents’ support, and strengthens relations with local community organisations.
Fundraising is mostly by hosting events that all are welcome to attend. Examples of past and future events can be found elsewhere on this website.
Current Projects
| Sherfield Kitchen Garden |
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| Starting in 2023, creating a Kitchen Garden giving the opportunity to provide pupils with the opportunity to start or develop a love for gardening and healthy eating and encourage sustainability by growing produce for the school. |
| Astrobiology Club |
| Enthusiastically championed by students and staff, the club will combine planetary and moon observations to support astrophotography, discussion and debate. |
Completed Projects
| Professional-Grade Gym Equipment |
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| The provision of new professional-grade gym equipment to support the refurbishment of the school gymnasium. |
| Furniture and Decor |
| The provision of furniture and decor for the Student Wellbeing Centre |
| Outdoor Classroom |
| An Outdoor Classroom to allow lessons to take place in the beautiful school grounds whilst being protected by the weather. |
| 3D Printers |
| The Purchase of professional grade 3D printers for the DT department |
| Donations |
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…and donations to Macmillan Cancer Support and the DEC Ukraine appeal through surplus funds generated by designated events. |
2023 – 2024 Charitable Contributions
- £4,656.00
Garden Kitchen Project. - £3,832.64
Sixth Form: make-over facilities. - £2,325.32
3D Printers and accessories to support STEM learning. - £2,762.94
Astrobiology: Telescope & lenses. - £1,560.59
Music: Studio Recording equipment. - £392.77
Student Proms – Hosting and Mocktails. - £261.48
Drama: Little Shop of Horrors – Actors after party.
-and more-
Friends of Sherfield Uniform Shop
The FoS Uniform Shop is run by parent volunteers and is so much more than just a shop.
The shop is open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8.15am until 8.45am and 4.00pm until 4.30pm and is located near the dining room.
The shop is always ready to take donations of second-hand uniform in good condition and these items can be brought to the shop during opening hours or left at the main reception. In addition to uniform, we also stock the Friends of Sherfield merchandise – umbrellas, caps, bobble hats, water bottles and coffee cups.
The shop also runs an exchange for Christmas jumpers and costumes for World Book Day.
If you’d like to find out more about volunteering in the shop or have any other questions please email uniform@sherfieldschool.co.uk
Sherfield School Uniform at Stevensons:
www.stevensons.co.uk/school-finder/sherfield-school-hook
The 2024/25 Academic Year Committee
| Emma Long - Chair (child in year 12) |
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| Nicole Blackmore - Deputy Chair (child in year 12) |
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| Emily Sykes – Secretary (children in years 7 & 10) |
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| Stefan Van Beneden – Treasurer (children in years 5 & 9) |
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| Peta Alvares (children in years 4, 8 & 9) |
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| Sian Hannah (child in year 7) |
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| Kirsty MacInnes (child in year 10) |
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| Kerry-Ann Chamberlain (children in years 7 & 8) |
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| Chun Lee (child in year 4) |
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| Dave Bricknell (Child in Year 1) |
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| Jenna Delve (Child in year 7) |
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| Rich Eburne (Child in year 7) |
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| Kirsty Northcote (Children in years 6 & 9) |
| Enthusiastically championed by students and staff, the club will combine planetary and moon observations to support astrophotography, discussion and debate. |
The Parents Cafe
The Parents’ Café is located in Buckfield House and is open from 8.30am to 5.45pm. You are welcome to come along to enjoy complimentary refreshments and WiFi. Sherfield pupils are not allowed into the Parents’ Café. Visitors who have children not attending Sherfield may bring them into the Parents’ Café, but must supervise them at all times.
Please contact info@sherfieldschool.co.uk for more information.
Contact Us
Please email: info@friendsofsherfield.org
Sherfield School
Sherfield-on-Loddon, Hook
Hampshire RG27 0HU
+44 (0) 1256 884 800