About The Friends of Chigwell

The Friends of Chigwell (FOC) is the School’s well-established parents’ association and consists of a group of parent volunteers and co-opted school members.

A dual role

Firstly, they plan and host regular fund raising events to help enhance the facilities and educational experiences that Chigwell pupils enjoy.

Secondly, they strive to bring the community of parents, pupils and teachers together. This is equally important, as the community and social life of the School all enrich children's school experience and help them to get the most out of their time at Chigwell.

How have the FOC supported the School?

FOC help to enhance the learning environment for the children of Chigwell School. So far, we have contributed to the learning and development of the children by raising funds for:

  • Sport & Wellness Centre Climbing Wall
  • Playhouses for the Pre Prep
  • Staging for the Pre Prep Hall
  • Prep School Adventure Playground
  • Portable Floodlights
  • Astronomy Dome
  • Grand Piano
  • Canoes and Trailer (to enhance outdoor curriculum and Duke of Edinburgh).

Our annual events include:

  • Movie Nights
  • Mother’s & Fathers Day Gift Sale
  • Easter Egg Hunts
  • Colour Runs
  • Summer Fayres
  • Fireworks Night
  • Christmas Fayres and many more!
Committee Members

Committee Members

  • Chair – Sharon Birak
  • Secretary – Swati Panesar
  • Treasurer – Arti Kachhla
  • Logistics Lead - Shaziya Mulla
  • Communications Lead - Navraj Rai
  • Volunteer Lead - Pratima Prasangi
Co-opted School Members

Co-opted School Members

  • Headmaster - Mr Damian King
  • Bursar - Mr James Rea
  • Head of Prep and Pre Prep - Mrs Evelyn Gibbs
  • Deputy Head (Pastoral) - Mr Tom Burnside

Seeking New Members

The FOC are always delighted to welcome new members to the committee or those who are just happy to help with individual events. If you would like to join us in supporting the children, please click the link on the right and one of the FOC members will be in touch.

FOC are constantly seeking new and innovative ways to help support Chigwell School in delivering a comprehensive and fulfilling educational experience for our children. To help in this effort, please click the donation button.

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