Friends of Hayes School (Previously Hayes PTA)

Welcome to Friends of Hayes School 

Who are we?

We’re a group of parents, carers and staff who want to support Hayes School and help our children get the most out of their time here.

Our Mission

• Build a friendly and inclusive school community

• Run events that bring people together and give students a real sense of belonging

• Raise funds to provide extra resources and opportunities that the school budget can’t always cover

 

Why join us?

• Stay connected – secondary school doesn’t have to mean losing touch with school life.

• Meet other parents – make connections you might not otherwise have.

• Have a say – share your ideas on how we can make Hayes even better.

• Share your skills – whether it’s baking, DIY, social media, admin, or something else, every bit helps.

• Make a difference – big or small, your involvement really does benefit our children.

 

What we do

From open days and concerts to fundraisers and socials, we work alongside the school to make things happen. The money we raise goes straight back into Hayes, funding equipment, experiences and projects that add something extra to our children’s education and wellbeing.

Stay Connected

friends@hayes.bromley.sch.uk

Instagram: @friendsofhayesschool

Facebook: Friends of Hayes School(https://www.facebook.com/Friendsofhayesschool)

 

We’ve also set up WhatsApp groups to make it easy to stay in touch. Join as many or as few as you like—there’s no pressure. Just dip in and out when you can.

 

General Chat & Suggestions – share ideas, ask questions, or just see what’s going on.

https://chat.whatsapp.com/LG45k61jMjfFvxSPnPW2gj?mode=ac_t

 

Events & Volunteering – keep up to date with what’s coming up and how you can help.

https://chat.whatsapp.com/CALcsZdvUVc8zODzg6Lle9?mode=ac_t

 

Uniform Shop – help tidy stock, run sales, or share ideas to make it better.

https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6BvgQQj0plDuPnl60tO84?mode=ac_t

 

Co Chair - John Dilling
Co Chair - Justina Lee Myers
Treasurer - Jane Cooper
Co Secretary - Helen Franchi
Co Secretary - Sian Harper 
Committee Members - Lisa Harper, Cathy Brookes, Lucy Tory, Rob Tory, Orla Penruddocke, Claire Thompson, Melissa Valapinee, Dawn Warren

Fundraising events 


1) Sign up to easyfundraising and when you shop online with your favourite retailers, they’ll donate to us. It’s free and your shopping won’t cost you any extra - the retailers you shop with will donate, not you! 


https://join.easyfundraising.org.uk/friendsofhayesschool/xqoh1q/c2s/AEWwwwVJ/CE050


2) MATCH FUNDING - DOUBLE THE DIFFERENCE for Hayes School! 


✨Did you know your donations and volunteer hours could unlock extra £££ at no extra cost to you?


✨ Many employers will:
Match your donation £ for £
Give money for your volunteer hours at fairs, events or the uniform shop


£50 donation = £100 
10 hrs volunteering = £150+ 


✅ Just ask HR: “Do we offer match funding?”
Let us know and we’ll handle any letters or forms you need.


3) Did you know most lost property never makes it home?
Make sure your child’s items are named with Stikins Name Labels no ironing, no sewing, super easy!


We’re excited to share that Friends of Hayes is now registered with Stikins! Our fundraising number is 36672. 


When you order using this code, our PTFA earns 30% commission, helping us raise vital funds for extra resources and opportunities for our children, all at no extra cost to you! 


➡️ Just enter 36672 at checkout when ordering your labels.

 
4) Donations via Parentpay and Justgiving