The mission of the Friends of School (FOS) is to give back to Knights Stream School and support the wider community and local businesses. We are motivated by our shared belief in the importance of investing in the education and well-being of our children and the community in which we live. We take pride in knowing that our efforts will contribute to creating a positive and enriching environment for our children and the community at large.

Our Objectives

1. To be a friendly network for parents, grandparents, caregivers and teachers to meet and interact.2. To provide extra ﬁnancial assistance for the school through fundraising activities.3. To support learning programmes at KSS School.4. To support children with financial hardship.5. To have fun!

FOS Contribution to Date

Since the inception of the Friends of School (FOS), we have organised a variety of engaging community events, fundraisers, and parent evenings. Despite the difficulties posed by the ongoing Covid pandemic, we have been able to make meaningful contributions to Knights Stream School. To date, the FoS has:
2021

Swimming lessons for the entire school
Buses for Halswell Quarry Pepeha Walk
Dance Schools programme
Football goals and weights
Drone

2022

Up to $1000 per learning space for new games and activities
KSS adult sports jackets x12
Bus for Paretai tamariki to Deans Bush/Riccarton House
KSS Garden to Table programme – Tutor contribution
Court Theatre programme contribution
We are so excited to have 2023 upon us and what the year will bring!

Meeting Dates