2025-08-31-accounts - Aylesbury Grammar School PTA

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Chairman’s Report Year: Sept 2024 - August 2025

Introduction

It is my great pleasure to present the Chairman’s Report for the Aylesbury Grammar School Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). Over the past few years, the PTA has shown resilience in challenging times and strength during periods of renewed growth. This report highlights our recent achievements, recognises the dedication of our volunteers, and outlines our priorities for the year ahead.

Fundraising and Financial Support

Despite fluctuations in fundraising opportunities in past years due to a shortage of committee volunteers, the PTA has consistently allocated funds to projects that genuinely enhance the boys’ experience at AGS.

Recently, we have supported initiatives such as school counselling services, the robotics club, and the urban garden. Major commitments included refurbishing the drama room and contributing £20,000 towards replacing one of our minibuses.

This past year, we built on that foundation through events including:

Year 7 Welcome Events – encouraging early engagement with new parents and helping to build long-term support.
The Curry & Quiz Evening – a flagship social and fundraising event, enjoyed by both parents and staff.
The Christmas Raffle, 50:50 Club, and Bar Events – which together raised funds and provided opportunities for parents to connect with the school community.
The Summer Fete – a highlight of the school calendar that consistently attracts a good turnout and raises a notable total.

The funds raised this year will go towards the refurbishment of EB4 and the purchase of additional table tennis tables, further enhancing the facilities available to our boys.

Community and Volunteer Engagement

The PTA’s success depends not only on the funds we raise but also on the community spirit we foster. Events like the Year 7 Disco and Activity Day have helped establish treasured traditions and strengthen bonds within the AGS community. Including new

Year 7 parents in our core committee has been especially encouraging, as it aims to secure ongoing support and bring in fresh ideas and energy.

However, I also recognise the ongoing challenge of recruiting volunteers. While our core committee remains small, its commitment is unwavering. Expanding this group remains a priority to secure the future of our work.

This year, we also bid farewell to several long-serving committee members whose exceptional dedication has been a tremendous asset. Special thanks are due to both Zoe and Charles, whose persistent efforts over many years have greatly contributed to the PTA’s success.

Looking Ahead

The PTA’s mission remains clear: to enhance the school experience through both financial support and community involvement. Over the coming year, our focus will be on strengthening our committee structure by finalising key internal roles, expanding the events calendar with a sustainable and balanced programme of fundraising and social activities, and engaging new parents early to encourage long-term commitment to the PTA’s work. We will also continue to allocate funds to projects that directly improve the learning environment and the well-being of our boys.

Closing Remarks

The PTA has demonstrated that, whether raising over £40,000 in prosperous years or supporting essential projects during challenging times, it consistently exceeds expectations. This success is only achievable through the collective efforts of our volunteers, parents, staff, and the wider school community.

On behalf of the PTA Committee, I would like to sincerely thank you for your ongoing dedication, time, and generosity. Together, we will continue to ensure that the boys of AGS benefit from those valuable extras that enrich their education and school life.

Mr Damian Willingale

PTA Chair

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Aylesbury Grammar School PTA
Accounts 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2025
2024-2025 Income Expenditure Net
50/50 Club £2,707.95 (£828.07) £1,879.88
PTA Bar £1,438.07 (£658.86) £779.21
Beetle Drive £418.52 (£64.86) £353.66
Y7 Disco £703.13 (£1,406.23) (£703.10)
Curry & Quiz £2,825.82 (£1,953.06) £872.76
Winter Raffle £1,121.43 (£10.00) £1,111.43
Summer Raffle £1,099.84 (£55.17) £1,044.67
Summer Fete £3,955.86 (£1,632.99) £2,322.87
Easy Fund £317.96 £0.00 £317.96
Bake Sale £850.47 (£41.75) £808.72
Y7 activity weekend £885.31 (£466.50) £418.81
Natwest Compensation £150.00 £0.00 £150.00
Bucks Lottery £1,406.50 £0.00 £1,406.50
SHU £3,724.96 £0.00 £3,724.96
Cabaret £419.52 (£276.70) £142.82
School Prom £3,510.75 (£6,306.45) (£2,795.70)
Wishing Tree £468.10 (£789.86) (£321.76)
Café £1,228.19 (£309.34) £918.85
Other- PTA Expenses (£80.00) (£80.00)
Totals £27,232.38 (£14,879.84)
Total funds raised £12,352.54
2024/25 brought forward £53,539.03
Funds raised £27,232.38
Expenditure (£14,879.84)
PTA float (£100.00)
Sub total £65,791.57
Donations to AGS
Gym Bikes x4 & Airfryers x2 £3,140.00
Rubix Cube Club £120.00
Gardening Club £40.00
Annual Prizes & Incentives £600.00
Table Tennis Tables x4 £3,308.28
KS3 Stem Kits £300.00
Football Goals £772.44
TOTAL (£8,280.72)
Balance remaining £57,510.85
Represented by
Current account Nat West Plc 31 August 2025 £57,510.85
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04/06/2026

AGS Master ledger 24-25 (Final)

Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Section A Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees/ Charity Name members of Aylesbury Grammar School PTA On accounts for the year 31/08/25 Charity no 1091248 ended (if any) Set out on pages 2-3 (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/08/2025.

Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

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:

accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting records

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Signed: Claire Mignot Date: 04/06/26 Name: Claire Mignot Relevant professional FCCA qualification(s) or body (if any):

Address: 33 Crich Lane Belper DE56 1EN

Section B Disclosure

Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).

October 2018

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