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Parents and Friends of Shaw - also known as PaFoS - is a really great part of Shaw Primary School.

All members are parents and they are really active in running events and fundraising for the school. This page showcases upcoming events that not only are great fun for all involved but support the local school and its pupils.

15/06/2026

☀️SHAW SCHOOL SUMMER FETE – DON’T MISS OUT!☀️

The countdown is on for our fantastic Shaw School Summer Fete on Saturday 20th June, 3pm–6pm, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone for an afternoon of fun, food, games and community spirit.

Something for the whole family to enjoy, including hot dogs, ice creams, games, raffles, lucky dip, activities and much more.

This year we’re encouraging everyone to visit our new PTA Events platform before the fete. Not only can you keep up to date with upcoming events, but you can also purchase raffle tickets and prepaid game cards in advance, helping you beat the queues and enjoy more of the day.

PREPAID GAME CARDS
• 5 tokens for £2.50
• 12 tokens for £5

RAFFLE TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!

We’ve got some fantastic prizes up for grabs, so don’t miss your chance to enter. Purchasing your raffle tickets and game cards before the event helps us plan ahead and makes the day run even more smoothly.

We’re also still looking for volunteers. Whether you can spare an hour or help for longer, every bit of support makes a huge difference. Volunteer sign-up is available through the PTA Events website.

www.pta-events.co.uk/pafos

Thank you for supporting PaFoS and Shaw School. We look forward to seeing you all at the Summer Fete!

10/06/2026

Parents and Friends of Shaw are delighted to launch our Summer Fete Raffle, with a fantastic selection of prizes generously donated by local businesses and supporters.

From family days out, beauty treatments and sporting experiences to vouchers, gifts and much more, there is something for everyone to win.

Raffle booklets have been handed out to children this week. Every ticket purchased helps us raise valuable funds to support the school and provide additional opportunities and resources for our children.

A huge thank you to all the businesses who have kindly donated prizes and to everyone who continues to support our fundraising efforts.

If you would like any additional raffle tickets, please email us at [email protected].

Good luck, and thank you for supporting Parents and Friends of Shaw.

02/06/2026

Join us for a fantastic afternoon of summer fun at the PaFoS Summer Fete on Saturday 20th June from 3pm–6pm at Shaw Primary School.

With free entry and something for everyone to enjoy, it’s the perfect family day out. There will be music, inflatables, candy floss and popcorn supplied by Louma Events, plus a bar and snacks available throughout the event.

Enjoy a variety of stalls and games, take part in the adults’ and children’s tombola, adopt a teddy, and enjoy many more exciting activities.

Bring your family and friends along and help us celebrate the summer while supporting Parents and Friends of Shaw School. We look forward to seeing you there.

Fill | Shaw School Travel Plan 16/04/2026

To any residents of Shaw and Whitley and adjacent villages: Shaw Primary School is updating their travel plan with the help of members from the Board of Governors, PAFOS (PTA), Staff and Parents as well as advisors from CAWS (Community Action Whitley and Shaw).

In order to make our case to Wiltshire Council and potentially take any measures to create a safer and more efficient route through our villages for our children, families and residents we need to hear from you!

Please would you click on the link below and provide your opinions and experience of the issues faced getting through the main roads around Shaw Primary School.

All experience and opinions are valid, positive or negative and please be aware that the analysis of the responses will be done by human beings not a computer. Please only comment in ways that you would be happy to read and receive.

Thank you very much for your time

https://emea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DQF83S2NHt06j_RFeYu7GMewImwVzW7VJnyayr3J0MqZUNUlaWU0zN1JaMkJBWDFRVTcwU1lUWTBIQS4u&data=05%7C02%7C%7C18b2c5aa53cd4f0e66d608de9ae0c1d1%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639118487276055463%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=S85xsZAkqqMg3ZDwZQWM0k8aih5O7rL2tU5NHHAH2sg%3D&reserved=0

If you would rather fill out the form on paper you can find hard copies at Sprockets Cafe, Whitley Stores and Whitley Golf Club.

Fill | Shaw School Travel Plan Dear Residents, We are writing on behalf of parents, pupils, pta, staff and governors at Shaw Primary School.  Wiltshire Council have encouraged schools to develop a travel plan to report and inform how the pupils travel to and from school. The last school travel plan was published in 2017...

11/03/2026

Easter Eggstravaganza – Volunteers Needed!

Our Easter Eggstravaganza Event is happening on Friday 20th March, and we need some amazing helpers to make it a fantastic day for the children!

If you’re able to spare a little time to run a stall, we would be incredibly grateful for your support. Even a short slot would make a big difference and help the event run smoothly.

👉 Please sign up here if you can help:
https://volunteersignup.org/XAXHE

Thank you so much for supporting our event and helping make it special!

12/02/2026

Thank You from PaFoS

A huge thank you to everyone who donated items and supported our cake and uniform sale. Thanks to your generosity, we raised £150 to support our school.

Your continued kindness and involvement make a real difference to our school community, and we are very grateful for your support.

Thank you once again from Parents and Friends of Shaw (PaFoS).

Photos from PaFoS's post 10/02/2026

Bake Sale & Uniform Sale – Wed 11 Feb

Join us in the school hall from 3:15pm.

All bakes £1 (cash only).

We’ll also be holding a give-what-you-can uniform sale , donate if you’re able and take what you need, no questions asked.

Thank you for supporting our school community.

30/11/2025

📣 WE NEED YOU 📣

If you are able to spare some time and help run a stall at the Christmas Fair please follow the link to sign up - just 30 minutes would be gratefully appreciated!

https://volunteersignup.org/38KWL

13/11/2025

📢 Event Update – Quiz Night Cancelled

Unfortunately, due to a lack of interest, our Quiz Night scheduled for tomorrow has been cancelled.
We hope to reschedule this event in the new year – keep an eye out for updates!

Thank you for your understanding 💛

11/11/2025

Get into the festive spirit and create your own beautiful Christmas wreath!
Enjoy a relaxed evening filled with creativity, laughter, bubbles, and nibbles.

Please contact [email protected] to book 🎄

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Corsham Road, Shaw
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