The Yarm School Association comprises a volunteer group of parents who, in partnership with staff representatives, promote and organise social activities within the School and raise funds that benefit pupils and support local charities.

We aim to bring together the whole school community in a relaxed and social environment, fostering the needs of parents, staff and perhaps most importantly, the pupils via an inclusive approach as we believe a combined community brings so many wider benefits.

The YSA Committee welcomes support, assistance or any suggestions for events from any parent or staff member and can always be contacted via email to ysa@yarmschool.org, or through the School Reception on 01642 786023.

Committee Meeting Dates

The YSA Committee meets in the Sixth Form Centre at 7.30pm once a month during term times to discuss the Association’s activities and to plan events. Parents are always welcome at these meetings; particularly the AGM in February. Mrs Claire Abbas chairs this committee and she is always happy to help if you would like to learn more about the YSA, join the committee, or simply put forward ideas for events. You can contact Claire and the team via ysa@yarmschool.org.

Autumn Term 2026
Monday, 7th September
Monday, 5th October
Monday, 2nd November
Spring Term 2027
Monday, 4th January
Monday, 1st February (AGM)
Monday, 1st March
Summer Term 2025
Monday, 26th April
Monday, 17th May

Events 2026/27 – Autumn Term

Parents have access to the Classlist app where we share the most up-to-date information about upcoming events. See you there!

1st Year Parents’ Information Evening: Wednesday, 9th September
New parents at the School can meet one another, as well as their child’s tutor, other members of staff and members of the YSA at this social event.

Christmas Indoor Market: Saturday, 14th November
Start your Christmas shopping the right way at our incredible Christmas Indoor Market. There’s a huge range of stalls to explore and plenty of entertainment to be enjoyed by the whole family, including a trip to Santa’s Grotto to meet Father Christmas himself!

Funding & Support

Yarm School Association also supports extra-curricular activities and equipment on offer to pupils by donating financial contributions to special projects identified by the school and its numerous activity groups. The list below provides a flavour of some of the types of projects the YSA has been pleased to support in recent years:

Junior Single Sculls
Equipment for ‘Cooking on a Budget’ Activity
Gym Equipment
Kayaks
Climate mat & plant box
Camping Trailer
Pupil magazine printing
Netball post covers
Two 16-seat minibuses
Dance shoes & equipment
Safety launch (river)
Grand piano
Fencing equipment
Large pop-up tent
3D printer
Musical instruments
Theatre costumes
Defibrillator