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Bluestones giveaway

Bluestone Giveaway – WIN a Weekend Away

We are so excited to introduce Lucky Squares – The Bluestone Giveaway!

From now until the end of term, you have the opportunity to WIN A 3 NIGHT STAY for two adults and two children* at the brilliant Bluestone Adventure Resort, Pembrokeshire, including entry to the magical Winter Lights Festival.

Within 500 acres of beautiful National Park, rolling meadows and tranquil woodland, you and your family will be able to enjoy your very own cosy lodge retreat – what a way to start your New Year! From splashing around in the water park and exploring ancient woodland trails to unwinding at the spa, Bluestone has something for everyone.

HOW TO ENTER
Visit the Bluestone map on our website www.foas.org.uk (link in bio) and choose a square (or squares!) where you think the key to the Winner’s Lodge might be hiding. Each square costs just £1, with all proceeds going to Friends of Avening School.

RECEIVE 20% DISCOUNT
Signup to the Bluestone newsletter as part of your entry, and you’ll receive a voucher code giving you 20% off a future booking.

WINNING ANNOUNCEMENT
The winner will be announced on all FOAS social media channels, so make sure you follow us to find out if you’re the lucky winner!!

Please be aware of spam accounts. This competition is in no way affiliated with Instagram.

🍀 Good Luck! 🍀

*Terms and Conditions:
The prize includes a weekend stay for up to four people in a Bluestone 2 Bedroom Lodge, valid for any weekend of your choice in January or February 2025, excluding half term.

Depending on availability, a larger lodge may be offered as part of the prize. The weekend stay covers check-in on Friday and check-out on Monday morning. Bluestone may contact you with further offers and promotions, and you can request the removal of your details from their records at any time.

You may still participate in the Lucky Squares competition without sharing your email, however the 20% discount code will not be available to you.

You can also come to our Cookies and Donuts sales on Fridays after school if you’d like to play and pay in cash. In addition, you’ll find the game board at the FOAS Prize Stall at our Christmas Fayre on Friday 13th December.

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Fledglings Christmas Adventure 2024

Pull on your favourite Christmas jumper, a festive hat, pop on your wellies and join us in the school garden for a Fledglings Christmas Adventure.

Children and their parents are invited to take part in a free forest school session led by Fledglings teacher, Mrs Carter.

Take part in a range of activities including story telling, Christmas crafts and a scavenger hunt, followed by hot chocolate and smores around the campfire.

Friday 6th December, 2pm-3pm

Younger siblings welcome. This event is also open to younger children who are not starting school in 2025.

Sponsored by Friends of Avening School (FOAS).

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A wonderful light switch on

Thank you so much to everyone for a wonderful light switch on!🎄Fantastic to see you all.

With special thanks to Avening Parish Council for organising the beautiful tree and lights, to Avening Angels for getting us into the festive spirit with some fabulous carol singing, and of course to The Bell for providing mince pies for us all!

What a brilliant start to December 🌟💡♥️

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Avening Christmas Light Switch On – 1st December 2024

Join us on Sunday 1st December at 5.30pm to celebrate Avening’s Christmas lights switch on 🎄

In support of Avening School and Avening Playgroup ⛄️

Meet us at the village Christmas tree next to the telephone box on Point Road, and join the Avening Angels in some festive carol singing 🎶

Children are invited to bring a decoration to hang on the tree ⭐

If you’re able to spare any loose coins for our joint charity collection buckets, we would greatly appreciate it 🧡

Followed by mince pies at The Bell 🥧

PLUS! Why not bring along your letter to Santa and post it in the postbox! ✉️ 🎅🏻 📮

Ensure your letter is addressed to:

Santa / Father Christmas
Santa’s Grotto
Reindeerland
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See you there 🌟

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Avening Village Christmas Fayre

Come and join us this December at the Avening Village Christmas Fayre 🎄Friday 13th December 🎄

🎅🏻 Pop along to meet Santa too! 🎅🏻

We’re looking for fabulous stallholders selling local handmade and artisan goods, so please spread the word and email foasavening@gmail.com for more information.

In support of Avening Playgroup and Friends of Avening School.

Halloween party 2024

FOAS Halloween Party 2024

Don’t miss out on the Halloween Disco — it’s going to be a spooktacular event! 🎃👻

With snacks, drinks, and a special goodie bag for every child to take home, it’s a night of fun you won’t want to miss.

Costumes are welcome, so get creative!

KS1 children (Eagles and Kestrels) will be collected from their classrooms after the party.

Grab your tickets now and let’s make it a frightfully fun evening!

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FOAS Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop

🎄✨ Join us for our first FOAS Festive Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop!✨🎄

Get into the holiday spirit by creating your own beautiful, sustainable wreath at our fun and relaxing workshop!

📅 Tuesday, 3rd December
🕖 7pm – 9:30pm
📍 Cherington Village Hall, Tetbury (GL8 8SP)
💷 https://www.pta-events.co.uk/aveningfoas/index.cfm?event=event&eventId=87212

All materials and guidance will be provided so you can craft a stunning wreath using fresh foliage and natural adornments. If you have any special decorations you’d like to add, feel free to bring them along!

Don’t miss this chance to kick off the holiday season with creativity and good company!

FOAS Runners

FOAS Runners at Cardiff Half Marathon

A HUGE congratulations to our incredible FOAS runners!

Ben, Emily, Carl, and Sam absolutely smashed the Cardiff Half Marathon, and we couldn’t be prouder of their efforts!

A massive thank you to everyone who supported, donated, and cheered them on—your amazing generosity helped us raise around £2,000! Special thanks to Lloyds Bank for match-funding £500, helping us exceed our goal!

This will make a huge difference to Avening Primary School, from new resources to enhanced learning spaces. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Thank you all so much for your support and an extra big thank you to our wonderful runners! 🙌