The Berkeley Academy
Friends of Berkeley School
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Upcoming events
Frozen Fridays - Weekly ice cream sale at school!!! 
- Date: Fridays starting 6/6/25 until the end of the school year.
- Time: After school from 3:15pm-3:45pm
- Location: Reading Lodge. (Next to the Year 6 block next to the main school playground.) See photos below for location.
- Cost: 50p each for mini milk lollies, rocket lollies, rainbow lollies and Jubblies.
- £1 each for Cornettos and Fabs
- We accept cash only.
How to get involved
Speak to year group representative(s).
- At school or on your year group's WhatsApp/Facebook group.
- Share your ideas
- If you want to volunteer for an event
| Year group | FoBS parent representatives |
| Nursery | Amy, Emily, Sophie and Zoe |
| Reception | Amy and Laura |
| Year 1 | Claire B, Danielle, Rochelle and Steph |
| Year 2 | Danny, Jade, Katie, Laura, Mari and Sophie |
| Year 3 | Amy, Rachel and Zoe |
| Year 4 | Becky, Claire W, Jess and Rhi |
| Year 5 | Katie, Rochelle and Zoe |
| Year 6 | Mari |
Come along to events and say hello!
FoBS Newsletter
Coming soon. Watch this space! 
FoBS FAQ: About the Friends of Berkeley School (PTA)
Who are FoBS?
We are a group of volunteer parents and grandparents who meet regularly to plan and organise exciting events for the children and raise funds for our school.
As a parent of a child at the school, you are automatically a member of FoBS and we hope the information, photos and stories you will find on the page encourage you to get involved.
What do FoBS do?
FoBS work closely with the school and arrange several fundraising activities, events and initiatives throughout the school year. Some of the events are just for the children, others for the whole family and specific events for the ‘grown ups’.
Past events include:
- Film nights
- Easter Bingo
- Halloween, Valentines and Summer Discos
- Egg rolling competition
- Mother's Day crafts
- Father's Day crafts
- Christmas Fayre
- Summer Fayre
What happens to the money raised?
The funds raised are used to purchase equipment that both teaching staff and parents believe will enhance the education, socialisation and overall experience our children have during their time at the school.
Past funds have gone towards payments for:
- Coaches for theatre/panto trips
- Little Wandle phonics books Reception and Key Stage 1
- Reading Lodge next to Year 6 classroom
- Development of the garden area
What could you do to help if you volunteer your time?
Each event held requires volunteers to write letters, produce posters, sell raffle tickets, purchase stock, man stalls and serve refreshments ….. the list goes on!
As children leave the school or people’s circumstances change, we lose valuable members and are therefore constantly trying to attract new parents, grandparents and friends to come along and help.
How much time would I have to give if I volunteer?
Any amount of time you are able to offer, no matter how small, will be very much appreciated and most importantly, will help FoBS continue to raise valuable funds for the benefit of our children.
How much time would I have to give if I volunteer?
Any amount of time you are able to offer, no matter how small, will be very much appreciated and most importantly, will help FoBS continue to raise valuable funds for the benefit of our children.
How often do meetings take place?
Meetings are held in school every 6 to 8 weeks.
What are meetings like?
Our meetings are informal, fun and a great way of getting to know new people and become a part of the school community.
Everyone is very welcome, so please come along if you're interested.