## **Riverhead Infants’ School Parent Teacher Association**
## **Trustees Annual Report For The Financial Year Ended 31 August 2024**
Registered Charity Number 1024375
## **CHARITY TRUSTEES**
Rebecca Skinner, Angharad Swain, Mridula Murali, Hannah Diddams, Vicki Grimwood, Bridget Wolfe
## **REGISTERED ADDRESS**
Worships Hill, Riverhead, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 2AS.
## **OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES**
The objective of the Riverhead Infants' School Parent Teacher Association (the PTA) is to advance the education of pupils at the School. This is achieved by:
- Developing relationships between staff, parents and others associated with the school;
- Engaging in activities which support the School and advance the education of its pupils;
- Assisting in the provision of educational facilities and equipment at the School; and
- Engaging in fund raising activities.
## **STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT**
The PTA is governed by the Constitution adopted 8[th] July 1993, as amended on 19 October 2022. Membership consists of all parents, guardians and carers of pupils attending Riverhead Infants' School and all staff (teaching and non-teaching) currently employed by the School. Management of the PTA is vested in a Committee consisting of at least one representative per class group, a minimum of one teacher and the following Officers: Chair, Vice-Chairs and Treasurer.
For the year ended 31 August 2024, the PTA Committee was headed by the Officers listed below:
CHAIR Rebecca Skinner VICE-CHAIRS Angharad Swain (resigned March 2024) Mridula Murali TREASURER Hannah Diddams
For the year to 31 August 2023, the Officers of the PTA Committee were as follows:
CHAIR Rebecca Skinner (elected October 2021) VICE-CHAIRS Angharad Swain (elected October 2021) Mridula Murali (elected October 2022) TREASURER Hannah Diddams (elected October 2022)
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## **Riverhead Infants’ School Parent Teacher Association Trustees Annual Report For The Financial Year Ending 31 August 2024** Registered Charity Number 1024375
## **ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE**
The PTA had a successful year of fundraising, with net funds raised before payments for charitable activities totalling £17,910 (2023: £22,238). The fundraising highlight was our annual Spring Fair raising an impressive £7,571 (2023: £6,662). The PTA also successfully raised £2,320 (2023: £2,650) from raffles, namely the advent calendar, Christmas hamper and Easter egg raffles. Nearly new and cake sales throughout the year contributed £1,337 (2023: £1,297), movie nights £1,111 (2023: £1,049) and quiz nights £591 (2023: £1,030). Finally, the PTA participated in the Tesco ‘Blue Chip’ Scheme for the second year in a row, receiving a fantastic £1,000.
Throughout the year, the PTA supported some wonderful projects at the School, providing total funds of £25,661 (2023: £45,701). Firstly, funding was provided for completion of the interior finishes and furnishings in the new outdoor reading, with costs totalling £4,557. Later in the year saw the development of the forest school area, with the PTA funding new fencing at a total cost of £7,031. The PTA also purchased waterproofs for the forest school, costing £1,007. The summer months saw the construction of a new outdoor stage and mud kitchen, costing £4,500. A further £3,915 of funds enabled each year group to go on an educational outing through the provision of coaches. Furthermore, the PTA supported the School's Christmas activities, Starlight Safari event and general classroom resources.
Surplus funds of £1,988 (2023: £9,739) were available at the financial year end. None of this could have been achieved without the dedication and hard work of the Committee, or the help and support of the parents and teachers of the School.
The accounts have been drawn up on a receipts and payments basis, which is consistent with the previous year.
Approved by the Trustees on 19 September 2024 and signed on their behalf by:
Rebecca Skinner (Chair)
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## **Riverhead Infants’ School Parent Teacher Association**
## **Trustees Annual Report For The Financial Year Ending 31 August 2024**
Registered Charity Number 1024375
## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE RIVERHEAD INFANTS’ SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION**
I report to the trustees on the accounts of the Riverhead Infants’ School Parent Teacher Association for the year ended 31 August 2024.
## **RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER**
The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the 2011 Act”). The Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this financial year under section 144(2) of the 2011 Act and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to:
- Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
- Follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
- State whether particular matters have come to my attention.
## **BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT**
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the Trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all of the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a “true and fair view” and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S STATEMENT**
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
- the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; or
- the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
- the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Tara Wright 31 Serpentine Road Sevenoaks TN13 3XR Date: 23 May 2025
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## **Riverhead Infants' School Parent Teacher Association Trustees Annual Report For The Financial Year Ending 31 August 2024** Registered Charity Number 1024375
|**STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS**
_The funds are unrestricted_
**RECEIPTS FROM FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES**
Spring/Summer Fair
Spring Ball and Dress Swap
Nearly New Uniform and Cake Sales
Movie Night
Miscellaneous
Christmas Carols
Advent Calendar Raffle
Christmas Hamper Raffle
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Quiz Nights
Easter Egg Raffle
Bangers and Bingo
School Disco
Pizza Making and Wine Tasting Events
Riverhead Carnival
Magician Show
Tea Towels
Break the Rules Day
External fundraisers
Leavers' Hoodies
Fireworks Tickets
Stripe and Classlist Fees
Sports Day
**INVESTMENT INCOME**
Bank Interest
**TOTAL RECEIPTS**|**2024**
**£**
10,578
-
1,541
1,234
2,069
444
498
1,535
1,620
910
395
679
1,126
1,053
315
-
1,983
339
328
1,517
-
-
186
**28,350**
108
**28,458**|**2023**
**£**
8,663
15,448
1,507
1,226
1,836
820
526
1,661
880
1,534
582
595
1,150
1,742
-
1,049
1,502
-
687
1,554
425
-
114
**43,501**
170
**43,671**|
|---|---|---|
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## **Riverhead Infants' School Parent Teacher Association Trustees Annual Report For The Financial Year Ending 31 August 2024**
Registered Charity Number 1024375
|**STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS (Continued)**
_The funds are unrestricted_
**COSTS OF GENERATING FUNDS**
Spring/Summer Fair
Spring Ball and Dress Swap
Nearly New Uniform and Cake Sales
Movie Night
Miscellaneous
Christmas Carols
Advent Calendar Raffle
Christmas Hamper Raffle
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Quiz Nights
Easter Egg Raffle
Bangers and Bingo
School Disco
Pizza Making and Wine Tasting Events
Riverhead Carnival
Magician Show
Tea Towels
Break the Rules Day
External fundraisers
Leavers' Hoodies
Fireworks Tickets
Stripe and Classlist Fees
**PAYMENTS FOR CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES**
Christmas Activities
Thank Yous for Teachers
Mrs Bligh's Leaving Tea
Starlight Safari
Classroom Resources
General Resources
Educational Visits and Shows
Outdoor Resources
**GOVERNANCE COSTS**
Lotteries Registration
Parentkind Membership
**TOTAL PAYMENTS**
**TOTAL NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS**|**2024**
**£**
(3,007)
-
(204)
(123)
(87)
(350)
(28)
(79)
(1,402)
(319)
-
(185)
(469)
(785)
-
-
(1,373)
-
-
(1,367)
-
(596)
**(10,375)**
(846)
(164)
-
(108)
(3,242)
(291)
(3,915)
(17,096)
**(25,661)**
(20)
(153)
**(173)**
**(36,209)**
**(7,751)**|**2023**
**£**
(2,001)
(10,839)
(210)
(177)
(82)
(630)
-
(73)
(755)
(504)
(46)
(62)
(448)
(1,234)
-
(165)
(1,216)
-
-
(1,566)
(340)
(925)
**(21,273)**
(537)
(363)
(261)
(15)
-
-
(4,500)
(40,026)
**(45,701)**
(20)
(140)
**(160)**
**(67,134)**
**(23,463)**|
|---|---|---|
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## **Riverhead Infants' School Parent Teacher Association Trustees Annual Report For The Financial Year Ending 31 August 2024**
Registered Charity Number 1024375
|**STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS (Continued)**
_The funds are unrestricted_
**NET INCOME FROM FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES**
Spring/Summer Fair
Spring Ball and Dress Swap
Nearly New Uniform and Cake Sales
Movie Night
Miscellaneous
Christmas Carols
Advent Calendar Raffle
Christmas Hamper Raffle
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Quiz Nights
Easter Egg Raffle
Bangers and Bingo
School Disco
Pizza Making and Wine Tasting Events
Riverhead Carnival
Magician Show
Tea Towels
Break the Rules Day
External fundraisers
Leavers' Hoodies
Fireworks Tickets
Stripe and Classlist Fees
Sports Day
**PAYMENTS FOR CHARITABLE ACTIVTIES**
**INVESTMENT INCOME**
Bank Interest
**GOVERNANCE COSTS**
Lotteries Registration
Parentkind Membership
**TOTAL NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS**
**CASH AT START OF YEAR**
**CASH AT END OF YEAR**|**2024**
**£**
7,571
-
1,337
1,111
1,983
94
470
1,456
218
591
395
494
657
268
315
-
610
339
328
150
-
(596)
186
**17,975**
**(25,661)**
**108**
(20)
(153)
**(173)**
**(7,751)**
**9,739**
**1,988**|**2023**
**£**
6,662
4,609
1,297
1,049
1,754
190
526
1,588
125
1,030
536
533
702
508
-
884
286
-
687
(12)
85
(925)
114
**22,228**
**(45,701)**
**170**
(20)
(140)
**(160)**
**(23,463)**
**33,202**
**9,739**|
|---|---|---|
_The Charity had no other assets or liabilities as at the 31 August 2024 or 31 August 2023._
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