September 2026
NEWSLETTER
Welcome to the first 2026–2027
Friends of George Spicer newsletter!
A huge, warm welcome to all our new and returning parents and guardians for the start of an exciting new academic year.
The Friends of George Spicer (FOGS) is a charity run entirely by volunteers. We organise events that create lasting memories for our children, help families engage with the school community, and—most importantly—raise vital funds. We need support from every member of the George Spicer Community, and we are endlessly grateful.
Read on to find out what we’ve been up to and how you can help shape your child's future
🎉 A year of incredible memories and impact!
What an unforgettable 2025–2026 academic year we had! Thanks to your phenomenal generosity, together we raised over £14,000 a staggering £4,000 over our target!. From funding brand-new sports kits to bringing the fantastic new Year 1 play area to life, every single penny makes a massive, tangible difference to our children's daily school lives.
We wrapped up the year in style with our brand-new FOGS Fest. It was a fantastic afternoon featuring wonderful performances by the school choir, sports activities, DJ, and a captivating bubble artist alongside delicious food and drink. The atmosphere was joyful and lively and we raised over £3,000! Thank you to everyone who brought their enthusiasm to the event.
🌿 The Sensory Garden: A world of discovery
Our latest project is taking root at the Sketty Road site, and we couldn't be more excited! This renovation would not be possible without FOGS funds, and we are thrilled to be progressing with stage one: replacing the existing decking.
The next stage to follow will be to further enhance the environment to engage all the senses. We’ve loved watching the progress unfold over the summer, and it is shaping up to be a wonderfully calming space where children can explore, learn, and connect with nature.
💛 Remembering Jodie
It is with heavy hearts that we pay tribute to our beloved FOGS Co-Chair, Jodie Webber, who tragically passed away at the end of the summer.
Jodie volunteered with FOGs for five years, becoming co-chair in April this year, leaving an indelible mark on our community through her boundless energy, infectious enthusiasm, and larger-than-life ideas—many of which came to vibrant life at FOGS Fest. She brought so much warmth, laughter, and heart to our team, and her presence is deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
Jodie’s family are a cherished part of our school community and we are keeping them in our thoughts during this incredibly difficult time.
We need you! Join our community!
Whether you can spare an hour or a regular slot, there are so many ways to get involved.
We know life is busy—the vast majority of our current team juggle full-time jobs and busy family lives alongside volunteering. That is why we welcome everyone; Mums, dads, guardians, and grandparents are all warmly encouraged to join us!
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Join our Volunteer Library: Support us flexibly with whatever time you have. Whether it’s chaperoning a disco or collecting raffle donations at the school gates, every contribution matters.
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We welcome everyone who is keen to get involved! We hold regular meetings to plan our charity activities, but don't let that stop you if you can't make them all—just drop in whenever you can manage.
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Join our core PTA team to help shape, plan, and run our exciting calendar of events. Become a Committee Member:
Can't spare your time right now? You can still support our mission effortlessly:
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Non-uniform day- Friday 23rd October: Send your child to school in their favourite outfit alongside a £1 donation.
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Order your Stikins name labels today to keep lost uniform out of the lost property pile and raise a 30% commission for our school with every purchase! Just quote our charity number 7843
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Donations of raffle prizes are always warmly welcomed to help boost our fundraising totals!
Coming soon:
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Estate agent boards: Sign up for an estate agent board for the Christmas Fair. Each board raises £10 for the school with just a quick form to fill out!
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Sign up to Easy Fundraising to raise funds whilst doing your normal shopping.
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Christmas art gifts: Look out for the upcoming opportunity to turn your child's artwork into Christmas cards and treasured Christmas keepsakes.
