Welcome to the Friends of OLSP!
We’re a small, friendly group of parents and carers who work together to support the school by organising fun events and fundraising activities throughout the year. The money we raise goes directly back into the school, funding products, experiences, and services that go beyond the standard school budget—all to enrich the education and experience of our children.
Who We Are
The Friends of OLSP is run by a dedicated team of volunteer parents and carers. Our current committee officers are:
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Co-Chairs: Lucy Ham and Cara Bennett
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Treasurer: Ivan Pitman
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Secretary: Deborah Daniels
We work alongside class reps and a wider network of helpers to bring our events and initiatives to life; everyone is welcome to get involved!
What We Do
Throughout the school year, we host a variety of events and activities, including:
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Termly School Discos – held once a term, these are always a hit with the children and a fun way for them to enjoy time with friends.
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Cake Sales – each class takes a turn to donate cakes, and the funds raised go straight back into the school.
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Gift Shops – for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Christmas, we set up special shops where children can choose and buy gifts.
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Pre-Loved Uniform Shop – our second-hand uniform service is available via our dedicated Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/prelovedatolsp
You can browse and place orders online, and they’ll be made ready for collection from the school office. -
Seasonal Events – from Easter egg hunts to Christmas fairs and festive crafts, we love to celebrate the seasons with fun activities for the whole school community.
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Summer School BBQ – our highlight of the year! A much-loved event with food, games, entertainment, and a wonderful chance for families to relax and enjoy time together before the summer break.
We’re always looking for new ideas and ways to improve, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have suggestions or would like to see something new!
Get Involved
We’re always happy to welcome new members to our committee. Whether you have lots of time to spare or just the occasional hour, there are plenty of ways to get involved. You don’t need any experience—just a willingness to help and a smile!
Every class has a Friends Rep who helps share information and updates. If you’re not sure who your rep is, just get in touch and we’ll let you know.
Stay Updated
You can find information about upcoming events and news in several places:
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Our noticeboard at the bottom of the school drive
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The school newsletter https://olsp-rc.eschools.co.uk/cms_manage/edit_page/491586
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The Friends of OLSP Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/friendsofolsp/?locale=en_GB
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Your class WhatsApp or Messenger chats
Tickets & Online Store
Tickets for events can be purchased online through our PTA events website:
https://www.pta-events.co.uk/friendsofolsp/index.cfm
We’d Love to Hear from You!
If you’d like to get involved, have questions, or want to share an idea, we’d love to hear from you. Drop us a message on Facebook, speak to your class rep, or send us an email at: