The Willesborough PTA
Who we are
We are a group of parents, grandparents and friends who put on various events throughout the year, to raise money that goes towards enhancing the educational experience of all children who attend the Willesborough Schools.
Our committee is made up of 4 key members – Vice Chairs: Liz Cornell and Krista Cooper; Treasurer: Lana White and Secretary: Rachael Bryant; and we are supported by the PTA members and volunteers.
What we do
We plan a whole host of different events throughout the year – some are long established such as the Elfridges Christmas Shop and Summer Fair, and some are new to this year – such as the Virtual balloon Race, Race Night and Colour Run.
Whilst our events are fundraisers, we also want to help enrich the children’s experience with the school, deliver both family and adults only events and build links with the local community.
What events are coming up?
We have the following events planned:
Virtual Balloon Race launch party – Friday 7th Feb. 3:30pm. Junior School Hall (All welcome)
Race Night – Saturday 8th March. 7pm. Junior School Hall (All welcome)
The Great Mates Dance Evening – Saturday 22nd March. 7pm. Junior School Hall (Adults only)
Special Someone – Friday 28th March. 3:30pm. Junior School Hall (All welcome)
Chocolate Bingo – Friday 4th April. 3:30pm. Junior School Hall (All welcome)
Discos – Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd May. Both School Halls. (Children only)
When and where we meet
We know that parents are busy and its often hard to commit to face-to-face meetings. Therefore, we have an active WhatsApp group where we discuss all the upcoming events and activities and then we arrange separate meet ups if we have larger plans to co-ordinate for those that wish to get involved. We also hold an annual AGM.
What the money is spent on
The money we raise goes towards all children who attend the school. In the past, the PTA have funded items such as the annual pantomime, Christmas gifts for the classes and various workshops. This year, we are also helping the schools to raise funds for the OPAL Outdoor playing equipment, and in particular 2 sandpits (one for each school) and some swing bars.
In the last year we have paid for:
- A Christmas present for every child in school
- Workshops delivered by visiting artists and sports professionals
- A Pantomime performance for all children in school
- Match funding to improve the school library facility
We love running our events, but we absolutely cannot deliver them without help and support from the Willesborough community and we’d love as many parents, grandparents and friends of the school to be involved as possible. You can give as much or as little time as you are able to spare, and you don’t have to join the PTA if you’d rather just be an occasional volunteer. Any support is gratefully received.
If you’d like to help us, please contact Liz at willesboroughschoolspta@outlook.com
How can I find out more?
We have both Facebook and Instagram social accounts. Follow us and be kept up to date with all activities.
Support from businesses
This year, we have approached BannerBuzz.co.uk, who have an amazing scheme to provide free banners to charities. We’ve applied for one of their 5 x 2 banners, which will help us to promote all of the PTA activity on our school gate! So keep your eyes pealed for our new banner which is coming soon!
If you know of any business that would like to support our charity, please do let us know!
pta celebrating success oct 22.pdf