The Association of Representatives of Old Pupils Societies (AROPS) is a United Kingdom organisation whose objective is to provide a forum for the exchange of views and experiences between representatives of old pupils’ societies.
AROPS is a non-political body, but its interests are opposed to any threat to independent education. Changes in national policy are carefully considered on behalf of member societies.
The committee also arranges surveys providing information on matters of current interest to members.
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