We are very fortunate at our school to have a PTA that is and has been such an integral part of the school community for many years. In its time the PTA has raised thousands of pounds, which have been spent on improving equipment and resources to enhance our children?s education and the facilities in school in general.

But our PTA is about much, much more than just fundraising. The PTA exists to provide closer links between home and school, and it is an excellent way to bring staff, parents and friends together socially in support of the school, working towards a common goal. It is fun too ? just ask any of the PTA committee members or helpers. Obviously as in any organization, there are times when it is more ?challenging?, but with the continued support of parents and staff, our PTA has always succeeded in its efforts.

All parents and members of the school community can get involved if they want to, even if they only have a small amount of time available, and all parents are automatically members of the Association when their children join our school.

Annual General Meeting

Our Annual General Meeting is held in December and this is an opportunity for all parents to come along and hear in more detail about events run, funds raised and how the money has been spent. It is also the occasion when we elect our new committee and class representatives. This year it will take place on Wednesday the 1st of December at 6.15pm.

How We Raise Money

Like most PTAs, the majority of our funds are raised through the events that we run. Our most popular being ?Stars in Their Eyes? in March.

We are fortunate however to have other opportunities open to us to raise money. Donations are extremely important. These can be time, money, items for sale, donations for raffles or offers of services and skills.

How we spend the money

In the main, the PTA funds are for the ?extras? not provided by the school budget, that make our children?s learning experiences so much more fulfilling and exciting.

We always endeavor to spend our funds in ways that will benefit all our children across all areas of the school and curriculum. Many of the resources purchased have a direct link to the School Development Plan. (To download our recent accounts and a copy of our constitution please visit the documents section of the website).

How you can get Involved

There are lots of ways you can help and support your child through the PTA.

Offering to help before events or at other times during the year is so valuable ? it really is a case of ?many hands make light work?. It doesn?t matter if you can?t help on a regular basis, or even if you can?t come into school. We really couldn?t achieve what we do without the unseen ?army of help? that exists in school.

You can of course if you feel able, volunteer to be a Committee Member. Or you can simply support the AGM and give us your ideas for fundraising events ? this is also the time to ask questions or voice your opinion.