FORMS - Friends of Rockland St Mary School Events

16/08/2026

🌊 ROCKLAND ST MARY… IT’S ALMOST TIME! 🍟🐟

We’re thrilled to announce that High Tide Fish & Chips will soon be serving Rockland St Mary every Wednesday from 4:30pm–7:30pm, outside Rockland St Mary Post Office.

High Tide is brought to you by the team behind Nippy Chippy On The Broads and our family’s Nippy Chippy van, so you can expect the same freshly cooked fish & chips, friendly service and quality ingredients—just with a brand-new look.

Our menu, prices and official opening week will be announced over the next few days, so be sure to follow High Tide Fish & Chips for all the latest updates.

If you know anyone in Rockland St Mary or the surrounding villages who loves fish & chips, we’d really appreciate you sharing this post with them. Every share helps us reach more local people.

We can’t wait to see you all very soon! 🌊🍟

07/08/2026

After a Year off, our Fantastic Rockland St Mary 'Danger Themed' Scarecrow Trail 2026 is Back!!! This year's theme is 'Danger Themed' so absolutely anything goes as long as it can be deemed as 'Dangerous'. So who will you spot around the village? Will it be Danger Mouse, a dinosaur, a skydiver or a Movie Villain?

We are currently taking entries for the trail by following the link in this post below or by scanning the QR code on the posters which will lead to you our Google Online Form.

Follow this link for our Online Application Form: https://forms.gle/m3s6wzSSavmnMFKQ7

So if you fancy joining in, why not give it a go? Entry is £5 and the winner receives a £50 voucher of their choice! Its a great way to be a part of the local community and the Trails are always such fun!
You don't have to live in the village to take part, we have spaces for Scarecrows throughout the village so just get in contact. We hope to get loads of you involved and make an awesome Scarecrow Trail!

The Trail runs through Half Term from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November so that the whole family can get involved in a cheap and fun activity.

The Scarecrow Trail is very kindly sponsored by Winkworth Norfolk & Suffolk Estate Agents and all proceeds go towards the Friends of Rockland St Mary School (FORMS - Registered Charity: 1109683) helping to support Rockland St Mary Primary School

Meanwhile, have a look through our previous year of Scarecrow Trail photos to get some inspiration: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1DAS4vUywk/

15/07/2026

Two Norfolk schools have been recognised for their commitment to promoting healthy relationships.

03/07/2026

🌿 Help Us Reuse, Recycle & Revive Our Wildlife Area! 🌿

Have any pre-loved clothes, toys or books looking for a new home? We'd love your donations!

Please bring them along on Friday 10th July for our Reuse & Recycle Stall.

Our fantastic Eco-Committee is raising money to help Mr Gildersleeve redesign the school's wildlife area this September, creating an even better space for nature and our children to enjoy.

Every donation makes a difference—thank you for helping us support this exciting project! 💚♻️

25/06/2026

What an AMAZING achievement for our Wonderful Rockland St Mary Primary School

🏆 Culture Change Award – Tender Awards 2026 🏆

What an unforgettable day for our tiny, wonderful schools! 💙

We are absolutely thrilled to share that Surlingham Primary School and Rockland St Mary Primary School were honoured with the Culture Change Award at the Tender Awards 2026—an award recognising our commitment to creating a culture of kindness, respect, healthy relationships and positive change.

To make the moment even more special, the award was presented by the incredible Olivia Colman, who gave the most heartfelt and inspiring speech about our schools and the difference that even the smallest schools can make. It was a moment we'll treasure forever.

We were very proud to be represented by Ella (Surlingham) and Amara (Rockland), whose outstanding leadership through our Kindness Crew has helped champion respect, inclusion and positive relationships across both schools. They truly embody everything this award stands for.

Sharing the day with inspirational figures including Ed Sinclair, Jodie Whittaker, Toby Jones, Kiell Smith-Bynoe, Priyanga Burford, Jo Johnson, Jess Phillips MP, Natalie Fleet MP, David Larby and Nina Goswami was an amazing experience—but our proudest moment was watching Ella and Amara stand amongst them, knowing they had earned their place.

This award belongs to every child, member of staff and family who helps make our schools communities where kindness matters, every voice is valued and everyone belongs.

The Tender Awards remind us that real change doesn't begin with famous faces—it begins in classrooms, playgrounds and school communities where children learn to lead with empathy, courage and compassion.

Ella and Amara, you represented us with confidence, warmth and pride. You are proof that young people have the power to change the world—and we couldn't be prouder of you both. 💙

Read more about the Tender Awards here:
https://tender.org.uk/celebrating-the-tender-awards-2026/

14/06/2026

Wow What a Day we had for the Rockland St Mary Garden Festival!!! How lovely to see the village so happy, busy and beautiful 🌷🪻🌻

A massive thank you goes out to South Yare Wildlife Group who worked with us to put on such a wonderful event!

Thank you to all of our helpers at the cafe, our bakers, our plant growers and everyone who provided us with ingredients and supplies for the cafe.

An especially big mention to those who kindly opened up their beautiful gardens for us all to have a look around - we honestly wouldn't have been able to do this with out you.

Thank you once again to Winkworth Norfolk & Suffolk who year after year, very generously sponsor our Events.

And thank you to everyone who came to visit all of the wonderful Gardens and Community Cafe.

We raised an AMAZING £1737.45 for the School to spend on Outdoor Educational Activities and Equipment.

Thank you for helping FORMS - Friends of Rockland St Mary School Events support Rockland St Mary Primary School

13/06/2026

Regardless of whether you are a Gardener or not, we are still stocked full of Homemade Cakes and Refreshments at our Community Cafe open until 4pm today at the Parish Rooms, Rockland St Mary, NR14 7JA

You can buy your maps here for today's Rockland St Mary Garden Festival

Lots of lovely plants for sale here too!

Cash and Cards Accepted.

Takeaways available!!

All helping FORMS - Friends of Rockland St Mary School Events support Rockland St Mary Primary School

28/04/2026

You’re warmly invited to explore the hidden gems of our village at this year’s Open Gardens Event! 🌸 Kindly Sponsored by Winkworth Norfolk & Suffolk

📍 Location: Various gardens across Rockland St Mary and Surlingham.

Visit a wonderful variety of gardens - big and small, tidy and wild - each lovingly cared for and full of inspiration. Whether you’re a keen gardener or just fancy a relaxing day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

✨ What to expect:
🌼 Beautiful private gardens open to the public
🍰 Refreshments, cakes & teas
🌱 Plant sales & gardening tips
🎶 A friendly community atmosphere
🐞 Children’s Bug Trail – little explorers can follow the trail, spot the bugs, and win a prize!

🎟️ Tickets: £5 per adult, children under 16 free
Available from the café in the Parish Rooms on the day of the event (The Street, Rockland St Mary, NR14 7ER)

Bring your friends, family, and comfy shoes, (but please leave the pooch at home) and enjoy a lovely day supporting our local community.

All proceeds go towards helping FORMS - Friends of Rockland St Mary School Events support Rockland St Mary Primary School by providing inspiring activities for the children.

We can’t wait to welcome you! 💚
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