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FoF News Round Up

Pumpkin Contest Results

Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to those who took part. The standards were high this year and we were so impressed by the effort on display, the pumpkin scarecrow and KPop Demon hunters entries were terrific fun too! And the winners are…

  • Afi from Year 1/2
  • Vivian & Henry from Year 3/4
  • Milania from Year 5/6

(scroll down for the FoF Facebook post with some fab pictures of the entries!)

Disco Success!

Together, we raised £690.00! Big events like this build special school memories while helping to fund school projects, equipment and extra resources for our children.

Thoughts from Friends of Fishergate

We’ve reached the halfway point of the term! We hope you all have a refreshing break. There’s plenty more in the works, but for now, a heartfelt thank you to all families, teachers and staff! Your incredible support has made it possible for us to hold bake sales, uniform stalls, the Christmas design project, disco and pumpkin contest. What a busy time we’ve had!

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to our wonderful helpers. Without you our school events simply wouldn’t be possible. Our dedicated team at Friends of Fishergate works tirelessly behind the scenes and are the friendly faces you often see supporting our activities. To the parents who volunteer for face painting, washing cups for squash drinks, DJing, sharing classroom WhatsApp reminders, and much more, thank you again! To all parents: please share your thoughts, we always welcome feedback, get in touch at friendsoffishergateschool@gmail.com.Friends of Fishergate

Big Wags from Bodhi!

Woof hello, everyone! 🐶

I’ve had such a pawsome time walking with you along the river this week! The leaves are crunchy, the air smells amazing, and there are so many exciting things to see (and sniff!).

I love it when we walk together — you talk to me, walk so nicely, and you’re brilliant at being calm and kind.

Remember, a little walk and some fresh air can make you feel wag-tastic inside! Big wags,Bodhi

Y6 families – have you remembered to apply?

Click to download from the CYC website

The 31st October, which is the closing date for secondary school applications, is fast approaching! Have you remembered to complete and submit an application for your child’s secondary school place in September 2026?

Please note that applying early does not give any priority but to have the best chance of your application being successful, and getting a place at your choice of school, you should complete and submit your application by the deadline. Applications can still be made after this date, but may be looked at after other applications have been considered.

Click here to read more about how to apply for a secondary place.

Bodhi’s Latest News

Bodhi has enjoyed having some company on his lunchtime walks and is looking forward to the arrival of a double handled lead so that the children can have a go at holding him alongside me (if they want to!) It is also a great chance for me to have a good chat with a few children at a time and to find out about what they have been getting up to.

He has also been working alongside two small groups of children on the field and amazing us all with his skills. The places where the children are hiding the ball for him to find are getting harder and harder but, with their help, he is doing brilliantly!

FoF News 10-10-25

Pre-Loved Uniform Stall

Please stop by our uniform stall at 3.15pm on Monday 13th October. You can find us in the lower hall near the Y5/6 book fair. Uniform items are free, bring a bag and take as much as you like! Cash donations accepted, but not necessary.

**Donations Update**: collection bins are now located by the outdoor classroom for ease of use. Good-condition uniform items, school shoes and winter coats are being accepted.

Pumpkin Contest

We will be accepting decorated pumpkins at 8.30am on Friday 17th October. Entry is £1.00, cash only please. Be sure your child’s pumpkin is labelled underneath with their name and year group.

Halloween Disco

Volunteers needed! Without your help, events like this wouldn’t happen, so thank you! Please email friendsoffishergateschool@gmail.com if you can help at the first disco, the second disco, or both. Duties include door entry, selling glow sticks and monitoring spaces like the Quiet Room.

**Reminders**: £2.00 entry per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We cannot allow entry of children from other schools, though siblings are welcome. Children are restricted from using smartphones at the disco.

Bake sale review

Monday’s bake sale raised a fantastic £72.20 and was beautifully stocked with loads of homemade goodies! Well done on the professional-looking bakes, Year 3/4 Families! Thank you to all who stopped by for a treat! Friends of Fishergate