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WhatsApp Groups

Code of Conduct

 
Why have WhatsApp Groups?

​FoSMPS WhatsApp groups were originally created to help promote fundraising events. Over time, these groups have evolved to become a fantastic way for parents and carers to stay updated on events, activities, and changes to usual weekly schedules. The groups allow busy parents and carers to stay informed on key information.

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There is one group for each year group, and parents or carers can join by contacting their Class Rep.

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To keep the groups positive, helpful, and true to their purpose, please follow the Code of Conduct below.

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Guidelines for Year Group Reps

  • DO prefix your group name with “FoSMPS”.

  • DO include key upcoming dates in the description such as P.E. days and a link to this Code of Conduct in the group description.

  • DO keep the group description concise and focused on information relevant to the term ahead.

  • DO add new parents/carers as they join the year group and remove those when children leave the school.

  • DO forward FoSMPS communications and encourage participation (e.g. SignUpGenius volunteer slots).

  • DO post brief reminders about school events or schedule changes (e.g. trips, science days, lunch orders)

  • DO share the link to the termly teacher / support staff gift collection (e.g. Viing).

  • DO promote a single termly social event for parents in your year group but check first that it doesn’t clash or compete with other FoSMPS events.
     

  • DO NOT change the group title or logo, except when the children move up to a new year group in September.
     

  • OPTIONAL share a Sunday/Monday summary of the week’s upcoming events, if you have time.

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Guidelines for All Members (Including Reps)

  • DO check the 'group description' for information such as P.E. days before posting. Remember, your message reaches 70+ busy people.

  • DO check the St Matthew's School website for school-related questions e.g. term dates, school trips, uniform requirements and the FoSMPS website for our event information before posting in the group.

  • DO be polite and respectful, positive, supportive communication only in accepted.

  • DO use your common sense before posting. If you’re unsure whether a post is appropriate, it’s probably best not to post it!
     

  • DO NOT use the group chat for off-topic conversations or private messages.

  • DO NOT post about school issues or individual children as these must be raised directly with the school. FoSMPS and Class Reps are not involved in school management, trips, or curriculum matters.

  • DO NOT share business advertisements or promotions.

  • DO NOT promote events not organised by the school or FoSMPS.

  • DO NOT contact local businesses for sponsorship or donations under the FoSMPS name without checking with the committee first. If you have a fundraising idea, please complete the suggestion form.

  • DO NOT use the group to promote parent/carer socials, other than the optional termly social.
     

Important Note

The FoSMPS committee does not have the capacity to monitor or moderate these groups. The school fully supports these guidelines and may require groups to be closed if they generate parent complaints or breaches of conduct. This would be a huge loss for both our community and our fundraising efforts. Thank you in advance for helping keep these groups positive and useful for everyone!​​​

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