FRIENDS OF BELHAM
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Friends of Belham (FoB) is run by school parents and guardians to organise events that bring the school community together, and to raise funds that support the school and enhance the education of all pupils.
All parents and guardians are automatically members of FoB, as are teachers and non-teaching staff. We have a committee of elected volunteer trustees who run the admin side of things, as we are a registered charity. Class representatives help to organise and run events, communicate with their year groups, and help to make decisions at meetings. Our meetings are open to all. |
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If you have an idea for an event, a skill to offer, or just want to get involved, please do get in touch at friendsofbelham@gmail.com, or speak to any committee member or class rep.
We communicate through weekly 'Friends' Friendly' newsletters that are circulated with the school's Belham Buzz; find these on the News page. We also use the WhatsApp groups that every school year has to spread the word. We don’t run the groups but contact us if you wish to join the group for your children’s year(s).
Friends of Belham is a registered charity, number 1168767. The committee are the trustees of the charity and are elected annually by the members at an AGM. The constitution, accounts, and annual reports may be requested for inspection by any member.
We communicate through weekly 'Friends' Friendly' newsletters that are circulated with the school's Belham Buzz; find these on the News page. We also use the WhatsApp groups that every school year has to spread the word. We don’t run the groups but contact us if you wish to join the group for your children’s year(s).
Friends of Belham is a registered charity, number 1168767. The committee are the trustees of the charity and are elected annually by the members at an AGM. The constitution, accounts, and annual reports may be requested for inspection by any member.
OUR NEWS AND EVENTS
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TERRARIUM WORKSHOP Thursday 13 January
Come and make your own self-watering terrarium! Or give this as a lovely present for a friend. You will make your own Bottle Terrarium to take home, and every ticket purchased will help pay for a workshop for Belham pupils, where they will create terrariums for the classrooms. |
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The workshop is being run by local company Jar and Fern, who are kindly offering a great discount to their normal prices.
Event runs 6pm – 7.30pm, BYO drinks! Tickets cost £35 each. Full details and tickets: www.tickettailor.com/events/friendsofbelham
Ticket sales close on Sunday 9th Jan at 8pm.
Event runs 6pm – 7.30pm, BYO drinks! Tickets cost £35 each. Full details and tickets: www.tickettailor.com/events/friendsofbelham
Ticket sales close on Sunday 9th Jan at 8pm.
FOB COMMITTEE MEETING Tuesday 18 January
The next FOB committee meeting will be on Tuesday 18th January at 7.30pm in the school hall, followed by drinks at 8.45pm at the Montpelier – everybody is welcome to attend and help out with fundraising and event planning.
The next FOB committee meeting will be on Tuesday 18th January at 7.30pm in the school hall, followed by drinks at 8.45pm at the Montpelier – everybody is welcome to attend and help out with fundraising and event planning.
FOB QUIZ Thursday 24 February
We have reserved the Peckham Liberal club for the return of the FOB Quiz on Thursday 24th February – the first week after half term. Save the date and start revising people!
We have reserved the Peckham Liberal club for the return of the FOB Quiz on Thursday 24th February – the first week after half term. Save the date and start revising people!
How we helped the school in the academic year 2020-21
FoB provided funds for:
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Devices for home learning in Covid lockdown One Belham bee hive on the school roof Refreshing library areas in classrooms with books Books for the Year 6 reading passport
A new English reading scheme for years R to 2. Musical instruments (trumpets, cellos, violins) Support for the Year 6 performance Plastic-free ice lollies for the very hot sports day! Thanks for all your fundraising! |
£2,380
£1,500 £5,000 £1,566 £1,560 £2,415 £1,500 £390 |
OUR COMMITTEE
Each of our elected committee members is also a class rep and happy to answer any questions.
Kathryn Church
Chair |
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Doug Renwick
Treasurer |
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Lucy Beedham
Committee member |
Rachel Noar
Committee member |
CLASS REPS
Members can speak to any of our volunteer class reps for information on FoB events and fundraising.
RECEPTION
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Calico
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Denim
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YEAR 1
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Lace
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Poplin
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Claire Hubberstey
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YEAR 2
Cashmere
Abba Newbery
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YEAR 3
Cotton |
Linen
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Jane Kinninmont
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YEAR 4
Hessian
Christabel Daugherty
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Louise Murray
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YEAR 5
Tweed |
Corduroy
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Cassie Dormer
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Caroline Thomson
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YEAR 6
Satin
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Ginnie Kelly (Bridgstock)
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Harriet Bailey
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Julia Parfitt
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UNIFORM LABELS
Friends of Belham works with two uniform labelling companies that give commission on labels purchased through them. Labels have been tried and tested by FOB committee members and are recommended!
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1. Stikins
Click the image or quote code 36250 at checkout to raise 15% commission for the school.
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2. Mynametags.com
Click the image or quote code 105032 at checkout to raise 24% commission for the school.
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CONTACT US
Email FriendsofBelham@gmail.com or speak to one of our committee members.
We'd love to collect a list of skills and equipment, professional and amateur, that could be drawn upon for our events - everything from face painters to access to a van, from musicians to carpenters and bakers - please drop us an email if you can help in any way.
We'd love to collect a list of skills and equipment, professional and amateur, that could be drawn upon for our events - everything from face painters to access to a van, from musicians to carpenters and bakers - please drop us an email if you can help in any way.
OUR MEETINGS
Minutes of all Friends of Belham meetings can be downloaded below: