The George Abbot Parent Teacher Association (GAPTA) is an officially registered charity, administered by a committee of dedicated parents/carers.
Our mission is to work collaboratively as a team of parents/carers and school staff to generate funds throughout the academic year. We achieve this through organising various events and implementing diverse fundraising initiatives. The funds raised are then thoughtfully allocated to enable the school to acquire equipment and educational resources that enhance the learning experience and overall enjoyment for all the children attending George Abbot School.
We have a line-up of exciting events planned for the year, and we warmly welcome new parents/carers to join our committee groups or provide support at any of our events. Your involvement, no matter how big or small, significantly contributes to the success of our endeavours.
Together, we can make a positive impact, and as they say, many hands make light work!
Building a stronger home-school community
PTA Events
To ensure the smooth operation of our events throughout the year, we utilise the PTA Events platform for event management, e-ticketing, bookings, volunteer coordination, auctions, and some communications. To fully engage with these features, you will need to register an account, allowing you to book tickets, volunteer, and more. However, browsing the platform to find out about our events and meetings does not require an account.
If you or someone you know owns a business that would benefit from exposure to our school community, we offer the opportunity to buy advertising space on our PTA Events website. For further information regarding this opportunity, please feel free to contact us.
PTA Meetings
Throughout the academic year, we hold regular meetings to cover a range of important topics. These meetings serve as a platform to discuss funding requests from staff regarding school equipment and projects, plan social events, coordinate fundraising projects, and explore volunteering opportunities. Dates of upcoming meetings can be found on our pta-events platform.
We strongly encourage all parents/carers to attend these meetings whenever possible. It’s an excellent opportunity to engage with the school community, forge new connections, and foster new friendships.
We value your presence and input in shaping the educational experience for our children.
PTA Volunteering
Throughout the academic year, we offer numerous opportunities for parents/carers to participate in events and fundraising activities.
You don’t need any prior experience, and there’s no expectation for you to attend every meeting or assist at every event. However, by joining forces, we can create a more extensive and higher-quality range of events for our community while raising additional funds to support our children’s education.
Volunteering for the George Abbot Parent Teacher Association (GAPTA) is an incredibly rewarding experience. Not only do you become part of a collective effort that positively impacts the children’s educational journey and overall experience at school, but it also opens doors to new friendships and a deeper understanding of the school environment.
If you’re happy to give a little of your time – even just half an hour per year – please get in touch with us at [email protected].
PTA Fundraising
In addition to the diverse range of events organised by our dedicated volunteers throughout the year, we also offer several ongoing fundraising initiatives. These initiatives require minimal effort from participants while still contributing significantly to our fundraising goals.
We encourage you to explore our fundraising page, where you will discover a variety of options that are sure to pique your interest. Your support, no matter how small, goes a long way in helping us raise the much-needed funds for our PTA.
PTA Committee
Chair – Philip Harris
Event Coordinator and Media Manager – Naomi Weeks
Treasurer – Tony Mainee
Secretary – Laura Richards
How to Contact Your PTA
If you have any inquiries or if you’re interested in getting involved with the GAPTA, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us via email. We are more than happy to address any questions or provide further information about how you can contribute and join our efforts. Simply send us an email at: [email protected].
George Abbot Parent Teacher Association is a Registered Charity with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Charity number: 1124156
George Abbot PTA endeavours to carry out its work in a responsible and ethical manner. Details of our policies to this end may be found by clicking here.