have questions?
Read our FAQs below.
Top 5 most asked questions
Q1. Will I receive updates about my sponsored child?
Yes. You will receive a letter from your sponsored child twice a year, along with an annual newsletter to keep you informed about wider developments at the school and within the charity.
Q2. Can I write to my sponsored child?
Yes — your child would love to hear from you. If writing a full letter feels a bit daunting, a card or postcard (sent in an envelope) is also a lovely way to connect. You might like to include a photograph of yourself and a few words about who you are and your job or hobbies.
Please send any letters to the school address at the top of the letter you receive from your child, and include the child’s full name and class number followed by the address.
Q3. Can I send gifts to my sponsored child?
We really appreciate your generosity. While we can’t accept physical parcels in the post due to customs restrictions, you’re very welcome to send cards or letters — just please don’t enclose any money inside.If you’d like to give a gift, the best way is to make a donation via the charity’s bank account and let us know which child it’s for. Once it’s received, the school will take the child out to choose something special, and you’ll receive a photo of them with their gift.
Q4. Can I sponsor more than one child?
Absolutely — many of our supporters choose to sponsor more than one child, depending on their capacity.
Q5. Can I choose the child I sponsor?
If you have a preference (e.g. age or gender), we’ll do our best to accommodate it. Otherwise, we’ll match you with a child in need based on priority.
The full FAQs
Communication & Relationship
Q1. Will I receive updates about my sponsored child?
Yes. You will receive a letter from your sponsored child twice a year, along with an annual newsletter to keep you informed about wider developments at the school and within the charity.
Q2. Can I write to my sponsored child?
Yes — your child would love to hear from you. If writing a full letter feels a bit daunting, a card or postcard (sent in an envelope) is also a lovely way to connect. You might like to include a photograph of yourself and a few words about who you are and your job or hobbies.
Please send any letters to the school address at the top of the letter you receive from your child, and include the child’s full name and class number followed by the address.
Q3. Can I send gifts to my sponsored child?
We ask that no physical gifts are sent in the post — only cards or letters. Please don’t include money inside the card.If you would like to send a gift, you can do so by donating through the charity’s bank account and letting us know who the gift is for. We’ll make sure it reaches them.
Q4. Can I visit the school or meet my sponsored child?
Yes, visits are possible and welcomed in principle, but they need to be arranged in advance and in line with safeguarding protocols. Please get in touch if you’re interested.
Q5. How is safeguarding managed at the school?
Safeguarding is a top priority. The school has matrons supporting the girls and patrons for the boys to care for the children. The Headmaster serves as the safeguarding lead. We follow UK-standard safeguarding policies, which are available on request or on our Governance page
Sponsorship Practicalities
Q6. Can I sponsor more than one child?
Absolutely — many of our supporters choose to sponsor more than one child, depending on their capacity.
Q7. Can I choose the child I sponsor?
If you have a preference (e.g. age or gender), we’ll do our best to accommodate it. Otherwise, we’ll match you with a child in need based on priority.
Q8. How long does my sponsorship last?
Ideally until the child completes their primary education. However, we recognise that circumstances can change, and you can end your sponsorship at any time by notifying us.
Q9. What happens if my sponsored child leaves school or moves away?
If your sponsored child is no longer attending the school, we’ll inform you and offer the option to support another child in need.
Q10. Can I support in other ways — such as one-off donations or projects — instead of, or in addition to, sponsoring a child?
Absolutely — one-off donations are always appreciated and make a real difference. We also regularly fundraise for specific school projects. You can explore these on our Donations and News pages.
Q11. Can I leave a gift to ROP in my will?
Yes — leaving a legacy is a powerful and lasting way to support our work. You can find more details on our Get Invloved page.
If Your Situation Changes
Q12. What happens if my circumstances change and I am no longer able to continue with full sponsorship?
We understand that life happens and circumstances can shift. If you need to pause your sponsorship for a while, please get in touch — we’ll do our best to support you to stay connected in a way that works for you. As the monthly sponsorship covers the full cost of your child’s place at the school, we’re unable to reduce that amount. However, there are still meaningful ways to stay involved such as making occasional contributions to one of our school projects or inviting a friend or family member to co-sponsor a child with you. We’d be happy to explore any of these options with you. If you do need to stop altogether, we simply ask that you let us know so we can aim to find a new sponsor to support the child without interruption.
Q13. What happens if I die — will my sponsored child still be supported?
We acknowledge this can be a sensitive topic, and it’s an important question to ask. In this situation, we will make every effort to find another sponsor so that the child continues receiving support without interruption. You may also wish to consider longer-term arrangements. You can find more details on our Get Involved page.