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A place to keep up to date with upcoming events and news from The Friends of Thomas Coram School.

This page is solely for committee news and not for school queries or comments - please send these directly to the school.

16/10/2026

Every year, it starts the same way:
“Oh, how cute! The kids will love this!” 🎄✨

By December 3rd:
* Waking up in a cold sweat at 3:00 AM because the elf hasn’t moved.
* Frantically searching Pinterest at midnight for something - anything - easy.
* Considering moving him 2 inches to the left and claiming he was "resting".

Sound familiar? 😅
We’re here to save your December (and your sanity).
Introducing the FoTC Elf Survival Kit! 🧝‍♂️ Boxed up in a discreet brown paper bag, you’ll get 24 pre-planned Elf on the Shelf props—one for every single night leading up to Christmas.
No late-night panic. No midnight stress. Just grab, set up, and go.

🎁 Cost: £24 for 24 days
❤️ Feel good factor: 100% of profits go to FoTC to raise £15,000 for a new bank of Chromebooks for the school.
🔗 Buy here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thefriendsofthomascoramschool1/2451798
Click the link above for sneak-peek photos of the magic and to grab your kit! (Spoilers inside, for parents' eyes only!)

Open to everyone, you don't have to have a child at Thomas Coram to buy! 👐🏻

You’re welcome. 😉

28/09/2026

🚨 CASE CLOSED: THE BERKO BELL HAS BEEN FOUND! 🔔🕵️‍♂️✨
What an absolute triumph! A massive thank you to every single sleuth, mastermind, and mini-detective who came out on Friday to help us solve the mystery of the missing Berko Bell!

It was brilliant seeing adults and kids alike getting completely stuck into the investigation. You all smashed cracking the clues, not to mention those side quests for extra prizes - they proved to be a real highlight! 🏆🐉

Events like this only work because of our incredible school community coming together (and showing off some surprisingly creative detecting skills!).

📸 Got photos of your detective squad in action? Tag us or drop them in the comments - we’d love to see them!

07/09/2026

Get rid of the coin scramble! 🪙✨

We have 6 dress down days planned for the year - get the admin out of the way and buy an annual pass! 6 days for £6. Sorted. Now doesn't that feel good? 🙌

FYI here are the dress down dates:
📅 23/10/26
📅 18/12/26
📅 12/02/27
📅 12/03/27
📅 28/05/27
📅 16/07/27

👉 Grab your annual pass here today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thefriendsofthomascoramschool1/2403343

03/09/2026

Now that the kids are settling back into their routine, it’s time to focus on the real debate: do you reckon you could match Mourinho? 🧠⚽ If you’ve got what it takes to build the best football squad in the Premiership, then the FoTC Fantasy Football League is for you!

🎟️ Entry: £10
🏆 Prize: Prize total announced when entries close (the more people join, the bigger the pot!)
🚨 Deadline: THIS Friday 4th September at 10:30 PM!

Open to both TC and non-TC players, so get your friends, family, and fellow parents involved. Once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive full instructions on how to join the league.

Sign up here to join: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thefriendsofthomascoramschool1/2358846

02/09/2026

Calling all local sleuths, masterminds, and budding detectives: we need your help to crack the case and find out who took it! 🕵️‍♂️🔍

Join us for an immersive, fun-filled family whodunnit evening designed to challenge and entertain all ages.

The Details:
⏰ When: Fri 25 Sep, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: £9 Adults | £6 Children (All children must be accompanied by an adult)
🧩 Teams: Up to 8 players per team. Gather your own crew, or join us on the night and we’ll match you up with a team!

What to Expect:
🍹 A fully stocked bar & snacks available to purchase
🎩 Fun props to get you in character
🧺 Feel free to bring your own picnic if you want something more substantial!

Work together to solve the clues and unmask the dastardly thief before time runs out.

🎟️ Grab your tickets now!
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thefriendsofthomascoramschool1/2317007

Tag your detective squad in the comments below. 👇

30/06/2026

⛳️ PRESTIGIOUS FOUR-BALL ROUND UP FOR GRABS! ⛳️

Looking for your next great day on the greens? We are auctioning off an incredible prize: One FOUR-BALL ROUND OF GOLF at the stunning Stocks Golf Club!

🏌️‍♂️ Whether you want to challenge your friends, treat your clients, or just enjoy a premium day out, this is the perfect opportunity.

⛳️ Experience a championship course with an inland links feel, featuring pristine, fast-playing U.S.G.A. spec greens and free-draining fairways.

While this auction is hosted by the Friends of Thomas Coram, the BIDDING IS OPEN TO EVERYONE, and 100% of the proceeds go right back into supporting our school resources.

🚨 FINAL CALL: BIDDING ENDS AT 8PM TONIGHT! 🚨
Put in you bid now (and check out our other auction items)! 👇
https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/fotc-silent-auction-spring--2026?auctionItem=8fa31490-973d-4f06-9d2d-d36923284fff

29/06/2026

🍷 Looking for the ultimate unique night out with friends?
Skip the usual dinner plans and bid on this incredible Ready Steady Cook Experience - channel your inner TV chef for a fantastic cause! 👩‍🍳

Gather a group of up to 6 people, grab £5 worth of ingredients each, and let chef Sara Marshall guide you through turning them into a spectacular meal.

It is guaranteed to be an evening of brilliant food, big laughs, and maybe a little bit of culinary chaos. Perfect for a unique night out with friends or a brilliant gift.

Cooking skills not required, bringing your own w**e highly recommended! 🍷

Bid here now! 👇
https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/fotc-silent-auction-spring--2026

23/06/2026

🚨 ON THE AUCTION BLOCK: A piece of football + art history 🚨

We are incredibly excited (and slightly mind-blown) to announce a truly unique, one-of-a-kind donation for our Silent Auction!

A genuine studio prototype of the limited-edition football created by Paris Saint-Germain FC x Clown Skateboards.

If you know your street art history, you know this is massive: Clown Skateboards crew were behind the historic inaugural London show of works by Banksy, who created their official logo and initial artwork. This specific product features signature artwork based on that iconic Banksy "Clown Ears" logo.

Don’t miss out on a genuine collector's item. Get your bids in now - link below! ⚽🛹🎨

https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/fotc-silent-auction-spring--2026?auctionItem=a099d17a-ce6e-46e0-a92a-0433c4a775d6

P.S. Don’t forget the silent auction is open to all - so you don't have to be a parent at TC to bid. Please share this post to help us find the ultimate home for this incredible piece!

18/06/2026

🤖 NEW PRIZE DROP ALERT! 🚀

Looking for a way to keep the kids entertained, inspired, and learning this summer? We’ve just added an incredible new prize to our Silent Auction - bid now to win a VIP ticket for a free day at the Next Thing Education Tech Camp this summer.

It’s a hands-on STEM holiday camps where children aged 5-11 build, code, experiment and create. Think robots, game design, circuitry, engineering challenges and science missions. This year now includes inflatables, live shows and workshops!

📅 Valid: 1st June 2026 – 21st August 2026

This is just one of many amazing items up for grabs, and we are adding brand-new prizes all the time, make sure you keep checking back so you don't miss out.

Bid now! 👇🏼
https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/fotc-silent-auction-spring--2026

16/06/2026

⚡️ WHAT WILL YOU DO FOR 60 MINUTES? ⚡️

Run? Cycle? Chess? Gymnastics? Create? The beauty of THE SIXTY is the kids decide exactly how they want to make a difference! This child-led fundraising event is all about setting a personal challenge, staying active or focused for 60 minutes, and raising vital sponsorship for our school.

🗓 When: Fri 17th July (after school)
⏱ What: One Hour. One Challenge. One Big Difference.
📝 How: Sign-ups are open now at school reception.

Comment below and let us know what ideas your kids are cooking up! 👇✨

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Website

https://www.thomascoram.herts.sch.uk/The-Friends/

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