Friends of Woodchurch School Association

Welcome to FOWSA

We believe that education is most powerful when schools and families work in partnership. The Friends of Woodchurch School Association — or FOWSA — is our parent-teacher association, bringing together parents, carers and staff to support the school’s mission and enrich every child’s learning experience, both in and out of the classroom. When your child joins our school you automatically become a member of FOWSA.

Who we are

FOWSA is run by a small group of parent volunteers, currently including Danielle and Ela as Chairs, Lynn as Treasurer, and Charlotte and Katie as committee members. We're all parents or carers with children at the school, working together to help create memorable experiences for our community.

We plan and run a range of events and initiatives that not only raise valuable funds but also bring children and families together.

Our aims are to:

• Organise fun and enriching events for children and families
• Raise funds for extra resources and opportunities
• Strengthen the connection between home and school
• Celebrate and live out the school’s values

What we do

We organise a range of events including seasonal fairs and celebration days, cake sale and coffee mornings, disco and movie afternoons.

We have ambitions to offer wider community events from September, so keep an eye on what is coming.

With thanks to the generosity of parents and carers, and the time given by volunteers, this year FOWSA is on track to fund:

• Additional learning resources and classroom materials
• Coaches to and from the pantomime
• Improvements to our outdoor learning and play spaces

Upcoming events and initiatives

• School Tea Towel – register and pre-order
• After School Kids Yoga – Thursday 5 June, 15:15- 16:00
• Evening Yoga on the Green- Thursday 5 June 19:00- 20:00 - https://forms.office.com/e/qxTSX0NxqV
• Woodchurch Primary Colour Run – Saturday 12 July. Further details to be announced soon.

How You Can Get Involved

Being part of FOWSA doesn’t have to mean a big commitment — just a willingness to get involved when and how you can. Whether you’ve got a couple of hours to spare, a skill to share, or a great idea for an event, we’d love to hear from you.

We meet once every term, and meetings are relaxed and welcoming — sometimes held online for convenience.

We will be in touch via ClassDojo, ParentMail and Facebook with updates and opportunities to get involved.

Connect with us

We now have a FOWSA Facebook group, where you can stay up-to-date and connect with other parents.

We have a second- hand school uniform shop— a simple way to save money, support the school and reduce waste.

You can also support us when you shop online through Easy Fundraising. It’s free to use, spans most shops including supermarkets, and helps raise funds effortlessly with every purchase.

If you’re taking part in a sponsored event, we are a registered charity on JustGiving and would love your support. Email us at fowsa@woodchurch.kent.sch.uk  and we’ll provide all the details.

Together, We Make a Difference

Our children benefit directly from the time and generosity of our parent community — and we’re proud of what we achieve together.

If you’d like to find out more or volunteer your time, please get in touch via email fowsa@woodchurch.kent.sch.uk  or come and speak to one of our committee members at drop-off or pick-up. We’d love to have you involved.

If you would like to make a one-off donation, you can do so securely via the link here.

Thank you for your support.