Austin Friars
The Independent Day School for 3 - 18 years olds
Friends of Friars
Here at Friends of Friars, we are a community of parents offering a friendly welcome to all! We endorse the school’s Augustinian Values and incorporate these in our meet ups and fundraising events.
We consist of a committee and a group of volunteers who are proud to support the children and the school. Friends of Friars is an addition to the school community, supplementing our children’s learning and growth, complementing their time at Austin Friars.
Friends of Friars is inclusive to all parents - if you are looking for an opportunity to enhance your school experience, Friends of Friars is a fantastic way to be involved and meet other parents, helping you feel rooted within the school community.
Our fundraising has allowed us to contribute to events such as fireworks display, financing sports equipment and clothing, entry fees into extra curriculum school competitions, leavers Ball, cultural performance and workshops, Christmas crafts events and distribution of gifts to all the children.
Our focus is:
- Continuity and collaboration with parents and the school
- Supporting the funding and continuation of important and rewarding events for the children
- Circulation of important information and updates
- Cultivating relationships
If you would like to help at events or be more involved, please contact us on ptasecretary@austinfriars.co.uk, or come along to one of our meetings – we would be delighted to see you there!
Our committee is:
- Chair - Chris Hattam
- Vice-Chair - Paul Kasiera
- Treasurer - Kerry Tweddle
- Secretary - Jenny Lofthouse
- Trustee - Sean Mitton
We are registered with the Charity Commission.
We hold 3 meetings a year and these are open to all, however if you are not able to attend, the minutes of these can be sent to you via email.
Uniform shop
Our uniform shop is operated by Kate and Jannine. The shop is open every Wednesday from 3.45pm - 4.15pm in term time, and is located on the upper floor of Villa Nova.
Please email uniformshop@austinfriars.co.uk for any enquires and they will be happy to help you.
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