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The Friends of RAAS aim to raise funds for the school to purchase items that will be of benefit to the students across the whole school.
The Friends of RAAS aim to raise funds for the school to purchase items that will be of benefit to the students across the whole school.
Meet the Team
Meet the Team
Mark
Roger
Tammy
Anastasia
Chris
Majka
Parent Community
Parent Community
Welcome to the Friends of RAAS parent community! This hub connects families through active WhatsApp groups, regular school events, and social meetups. Join our chat groups to share updates, ask questions, and build a strong network that supports our children and school.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
The next Pre-Love Uniform sale is:
7th November 2026
8:30am in G6.
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FRAAS has organised a clothes & shoe collection with Bag2School - bag2school.com Bag2School is the UK’s leading textile recycler and fundraiser working with schools. As well as raising funds for FRAAS, it also helps the environment by helping to divert good quality unwanted textiles away from landfill. By getting involved in our Bag2School collection, you have an opportunity to sort through your cupboards and wardrobes and donate good quality unwanted textiles in any plastic bag/bin liner - this can include adults’ and children’s clothes, shoes (tied together please), hats, belts and handbags, (please refer to bag2school_what-we-collect for full details). Please bring your bag (or bags!) to our purple uniform bin next to the bus shelter in the St Andrews car park on the following dates at the bottom of this page.
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FRAAS Annual General Meeting!
The Friends of Royal Alexandra & Albert School (FRAAS) warmly invites all parents, carers, and staff to our AGM
📅 Date: Saturday 3rd October 2026
🕘 Time: 10:00am
📍 Where: Dining Hall
To see how fundraising impacts our pupils and to elect the new committee.
Nominations are currently open for all six trustee positions, including Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and General Officers. If you would like to run or volunteer, please submit a nomination form to school reception by Saturday 26th September 2026.
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Breakfast Event - You’re Invited!
We’re pleased to be hosting another of our popular informal FRAAS breakfast events, and we’d love to see you there!
It’s a great opportunity to come along, enjoy a complimentary breakfast and meet other parents, school governors, Executive Head and members of the Senior Leadership Team in a relaxed and informal setting.
Whether you’re new to the school, have been part of the school community for years, or simply fancy a coffee and a chat, everyone is very welcome.
There’ll be plenty of opportunity to:
☕ Meet and chat with other parents
🥐 Enjoy a complimentary breakfast
👋 Meet some of our Governors and Senior Leadership Team
💬 Ask questions and share ideas
🤝 Find out a little more about what’s happening across the school
FRAAS will be hosting the event and providing breakfast, so just come along, grab a coffee and make yourself at home.
📅 Date: Saturday 10th October 2026
🕘 Time: 09:00 – 11:00
📍 Where: Gatton Hall
No RSVP needed – just turn up!
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Welcome Gift
As a special welcome for the new school year, the Friends of RAAS are providing five free personalised Stikins® name labels for new starters. These stick-on labels require no sewing or ironing and are perfect for easily identifying uniforms, shoes, lunch boxes, and water bottles to help reduce lost property.
Your Free Labels: You will receive five personalised labels to help you get organised before your child starts school in September.
Support Our School: When ordering, please remember to enter the school fundraising number 17173 so your purchase helps support the school's fundraising scheme.
Please view the full Friends of RAAS letter here for further details.
Ways to Connect
Whatsapp: Join your specific year group to stay updated.
Coffee Mornings: Meet other parents face-to-face for casual chats and coffee.
School Events: Volunteer or attend seasonal activities throughout the year.
Community Guidelines
Be kind: Treat every parent and staff member with respect.
Stay on topic: Keep messages focused on school events and family tips.
Protect privacy: Do not share photos or private info outside the group.
Pre-Loved Uniform Sale Dates
Pre-Loved Uniform Sale Dates
Pre-Love Uniform sales are held from 8:30am on the first Saturday of every month from G6.
A list of dates can be found here:
7th November 2026
5th December 2026
9th January 2027
6th February 2027
6th March 2027
1st May 2027
5th June 2027
Events Calendar
Events Calendar
Here you'll find a Community Calender of the events that FRASS (and Gatton Trust) put on during the academic year.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at PTAfriends@gatton-park.org.uk
CALENDAR DOWNLOAD:
If you would like to download the Community Calendar, please follow these steps:
- Google Click here
- iPhone Open this link in your browser and click Add
Help raise funds for our school by clearing out your wardrobes and donating good-quality unwanted textiles, shoes, and accessories to our upcoming Bag2School collection on Friday 13th November.
What We Accept
What We Accept
Adults' and children's clothing
Paired shoes (tied together)
Handbags, hats, scarves, and belts
Jewellery and socks
Soft toys
What We Cannot Accept
What We Cannot Accept
School uniforms (with or without logo)
Workwear and corporate clothing
Duvets, pillows, and cushionsWet, heavily soiled, or ripped items
Carpets, rugs, and mats
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