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Friends of Dawpool School
Our local church primary school has
what is called grant-aided status. One implication of this is that the
governors need to provide up to 15% of any building work or repairs done at the school.
In order to help with the raising of this money the Friends of Dawpool
School was set up a number of years ago. FODS is a parent/teacher
association which not only raises these funds but also helps the school to
provide the many extras that enhance school life. These include hiring
coaches (with seatbelts) to attend events, providing rosettes and prizes
for sports day, supplying Easter eggs and selection boxes. We also help the
school as a one-off basis with items such as netball posts and computer
stools.
FODS run a number of fundraising
and fun events over the year which are open to all from school, church and
the wider community. We aim to provide events at a reasonable price
that people can enjoy. We also run bicycle rides, walks, games evenings
and children's discos on a non-profit basis.
Over the last few years FODS has
contributed to the new computer suite, built a new quiet area and we are
providing funds for the toilet refurbishment and the reception
redevelopment. We visit St Chad's church for a number of our events.
Our aim is to increase the
profile of our church school and FODS in the parish, and to make the
events more accessible to people not directly linked to the school.
Anyone is welcome to our events.
Please look out for the posters in the church or talk to Peter Robson
(contact
through the Parish Office) for more information.
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