The Friends Committee
Holly Balser
Chair
Rachel Loynes
Treasurer
Charlotte Turner
Secretary
Paul Shuttleworth
Member
Margaret Mier
Member
Gabrielle Gordon
Member
Tracy Coster
Member
Keeley Leavitt
Member
Dan Woodman
Member
Sakhile Twine
Member
Claire Sambrook
Member
Laura Davies
Member
Tim Neobard
Member
Amazing Community Spirit in Action!
We are incredibly proud to introduce the Friends of The St Christopher School – our fantastic group of parents and family members who are making a real difference to our school community.
Celebrating an Outstanding First Year! 
HUGE THANKS to all our Friends volunteers and supporters!
In just one year, this incredible group has raised over £10,000 for our school – an absolutely amazing achievement that shows the power of our school community coming together.
This fantastic fundraising has already made a direct impact on our learners’ experiences, helping to fund:
- Additional learning resources and equipment
- Enhanced opportunities for our experience-rich curriculum
- Special events and activities for our school community
- Improvements to our learning environment
Who Are the Friends?
The Friends of The St Christopher School are a wonderful group of parents and family members who share a common goal: to support our school and bring our community even closer together.
Our mission is simple:
✓ Fundraise for additional resources and opportunities for our learners
✓ Build community by creating connections between families
✓ Support the school in providing the very best experiences for our children
✓ Have fun while making a difference!
How They Make a Difference
Our Friends organize a variety of exciting fundraising activities throughout the year:
School Events – fun days, fairs, and celebrations
Sales and Stalls – raising funds while bringing families together
Special Activities – creative fundraising initiatives
Community Partnerships – working with local businesses and organizations
Grant Applications – accessing additional funding opportunities
Every pound raised goes directly towards enhancing our learners’ experiences and supporting our vision of lighting the way for everyone to thrive.
Get Involved – We’d Love Your Support!
Whether you have five minutes or five hours to spare, there’s a way for you to get involved!
Ways to Support:
- Attend events – come along and enjoy the fun while supporting our cause
- Volunteer time – help with events, activities, or behind-the-scenes organization
- Share skills – whether it’s organizing, marketing, or creative talents
- Spread the word – help us reach more families and community members
- Make suggestions – share your ideas for fundraising activities
No Experience Necessary!
Don’t worry if you’ve never been involved in school fundraising before – our friendly team will welcome you with open arms and there’s something for everyone to contribute.
Join Our Amazing Team
Ready to be part of something special?
If you would like to support our Friends group or get involved in any way, we’d love to hear from you!
Fill in the contact form and let us know:
- How you’d like to help
- What skills or interests you could share
- Any ideas you have for future activities
- Your availability and preferences
Or contact us directly:
- Email: office@tscs.southend.sch.uk
- Phone: 01702 524193
- Ask at reception when you’re next in school
Thank You to Our Community
The success of the Friends of The St Christopher School shows the incredible spirit of our school community. Every family who has supported an event, every volunteer who has given their time, and every pound raised has made a real difference to our learners’ lives.
Together, we’re not just fundraising – we’re building a stronger, more connected school community where every child can thrive.
Join us and become part of our amazing Friends family – together we can achieve even more incredible things for our learners!
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