Current Parents

Freemen’s School Association (FSA) is the parent-teacher organisation for the School. Founded in 1974 it operates as a registered charity under the auspices of the FSA Trust.

What Does the FSA Do?

The FSA raises funds and provides opportunities for members to get to know each other and feel part of the whole School community. These aims are mainly met through a programme of events such as Christmas Fairs, Quiz Nights, Barn Dances, Firework Displays and Summer Balls. The FSA also offers a weekly session in the School swimming pool and runs a Lottery with termly prize draws.

Where Does the Money Go?

Most of the money is used to fund extra equipment for the School that would not be available through normal School budgets. Recent examples would include an adventure playground, sports training machines, theatre lighting and even a ‘Beecam’ – a webcam that goes inside a beehive! In addition the FSA funds travel scholarships and sail training awards for pupils.

How is the FSA Organised?

The FSA is managed through the FSA Council which meets on a regular basis and is made up of both parents and staff. The FSA Council also includes a Governor and an Old Freemen’s Association representative.

Why Should We Join?

An important source of funding for the FSA is the one-off membership subscription fee.  Membership is voluntary but the fee is a very reasonable £25 per family - it is not payable per child nor is it payable annually.  Of course, those who don't join can still benefit from the FSAs activities so the £25 is more of a goodwill donation than a subscription.  The parents of all new starters at the School are sent a membership form but you can find a copy here.

The FSA Lottery

A source of regular income for the FSA is the FSA Lottery and it also gives members the chance to win significant cash prizes.  For around £1 a week members are entered in to a termly draw.  Two-thirds of the money raised is paid out in prizes with the balance going to FSA funds to benefit the pupils of the School.

The FSA would like to welcome and thank all the new members joining this year, the applications have grown significantly!  The competition is hotting up and so too is the prize money destined for the next draw. Anyone wishing to be part of the lottery please call Julia Porter on 01372 362833, or you can get an application form here.

Results for the Spring 2009 FSA Lottery Draw, drawn 27th September

Many Congratulations to:

1st Prize £340 Mr S G Lewis
2nd Prize £220 Mrs S Powlson
3rd Prize £110 Mrs Rolandelli
4th Prize £70  Mrs L Prys-Owen

Thank you to all members of the FSA School Lottery, your continued support is appreciated. Remember to keep the Lottery Coordinator updated with any  changes of address as locating winners is proving to be a challenge of late.

Recent Events

We ho ho ho-pe everyone had a great time at the Christmas Fair on Saturday 5th December. There were stalls, competitions, prizes won, a hotly contested wii-tennis competition and even members of the Senior Management singing Christmas carols. And yes, there are pictures, soon to be available!

The Fireworks went with a bang on Monday 2nd November as approximately 800 of the school community saw the night sky magically lit up with rockets, bangers, and roman candles. The clear night sky allowed perfect visibility and the burgers, hot dogs and mulled wine removed any shivers!

Fun in the Park was certainly had by all on Sunday 27th September as a day of live music was well complemented by dogems, human table football, a mega slide, a clinbing wall and a variety of stalls and other activities. Even Noddy was there to drive people around the School!

Our Murder Mystery Evening on 14th March  was a great evening, whilst on 26th March several parents took advantage of the cakes on sale in the OFA Clubhouse whilst waiting for children to return from City Visit. All profits went to Wildlife Aid - a charity in Leatherhead run by a former pupil.

Upcoming Events 2010

Saturday 13th March, 7.30pm - Scattergories Supper Evening

Join us for our Scattergories supper evening. A quiz with a twist! Supper provided and there will be a licensed bar. Tickets £12.50. Please download the booking form.

 

Saturday 12th June - FSA Summer Ball

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