Welcome to FOSSA - Friends of Slinfold School Association
FOSSA is a dedicated group of parents, teachers, and community members committed to enriching the lives of children at Slinfold Primary School. Nestled in the heart of our village, our mission is to bring families together, strengthen community ties, and provide vital fundraising support for the school.
Through fundraising and events, we help to enhance the school experience by supporting key initiatives, including our Forest School provision, which nurtures children's confidence, self-esteem, and love for the natural world. Our efforts align with the school's four key values—Responsibility, Respect, Courage, and Compassion—ensuring that every child has opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.
How we work
Every parent who joins the school automatically becomes part of the FOSSA community, and we welcome everyone to contribute in a way that suits them. Whether you can offer a little time or a lot, your involvement makes a real difference.
There are many ways to help:
🌿 Volunteer at fundraising events and school activities
🎁 Donate prizes, resources, or financial contributions
🏡 Connect with the local community to build valuable partnerships
🎉 Organise & Attend Events that bring families together and raise funds
🗣️ Join Meetings to share ideas and shape our initiatives
📣 Spread the Word to encourage more support from friends and local businesses
Whether you’re baking a cake for a school fair, securing a sponsorship, or helping to run an event, every contribution counts!
Join us in making a lasting impact on our school and community. Get involved today!
Meet the Team
FOSSA is led by a passionate team of parent volunteers who work together to make a difference. Our committee members are:
Co-Chair – Jerry-Anne Collins (Parent of children in Rother and Arun Class)
Co-Chair – Lucia Howell (Parent of children in Hamble, Adur, and Rother)
Treasurer – Charlie Nicklin (Parent of children in Pre-School)
Co-Secretary – Ali Haining(Parent of child in Arun & teacher of Adur Class)
Co-Secretary – Jenni Spice (Parent of children in Medway and Pre-School)
We are also supported by our fantastic Class Reps, who play a key role in keeping parents informed about events, sharing reminders, and helping FOSSA throughout the year.
FOSSA is always looking for new ideas and helping hands—whether as part of the committee, a class rep, or an event volunteer. If you’d like to get involved, we'd love to hear from you!
How we communicate
Staying informed and connected is easy with FOSSA! We use multiple platforms to keep parents up to date:
📢 Classlist – Our primary communication platform, where we share updates, promote events, and make it easy for parents to get involved.
Classlist allows you to:
- Receive event invitations and reminders
- Stay informed about school fundraising and initiatives
- Connect with other parents in a safe and secure way
📱 WhatsApp Groups – Each class has its own WhatsApp group, managed by Class Reps. These groups provide a quick and informal way to:
- Share reminders about upcoming events and activities
- Ask questions and receive support from other parents
- Coordinate volunteer opportunities and fundraising efforts
By joining these platforms, you’ll always be up to date with what’s happening at FOSSA and how you can help!
How to see what we're up to
Want to stay updated on all things FOSSA? Follow us on social media!
📷 Instagram – See photos and updates from our latest events and fundraising efforts.
📘 Facebook – Stay connected with our community, get event updates, and see how our fundraising is making a difference.
We love sharing what we’re up to and celebrating the fantastic support from our school community—come and join us online!
How to contact us
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you want to get involved, share ideas, or simply find out more about what we do, feel free to reach out.
📧 Email us at: slinfoldschoolpta@gmail.com