2024-08-31-accounts

CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WAIES Trustees, Annual Report for the perlod ' oirnn023 perfod start date to 31108D024 perlod end d•t• c1w1tyr￿. St John Flsher ParenL Teither & Frlends Assoelatlon SORP reference Para 1.17 Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out Inlts 8overnln8 document The charlvs mlssion Is to enhance the education•1 experlence of pupi15 in the school by fosterin8 a stron8 and collaborative communlty throu8h: al developing meanin8ful and effectlve relatio between the stsff, parents, carers and other5 assoclated with the school; bl enga8in8 In actlvltie5 or provldin8 facillties or equipment which support the school and advance the education of the pupil5. Summary of the main actlvities In lation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identffied in the accounts. Para 1.17 and 1.19 The charitvs purpose is to raise money and foster closer links between staff, parents, carers, children and frlends In the communbty. In 2023124,we or8anlsed three communty engagln8 events including our annual Christmas and Summer Fairs and the May Mudder. This year fundraising contrlbuted towards: New school playground equipment and the continued redevelopment of the Woodland Garden provide enrichin8 Outdoor spaces. We funded special events including the Year 6 discos and festive celebrations like Christmas Parties, Feast Day treats and HO￿ Communion parties for Year 3. An Initial investment in a new storage solutlon was made to ensure the lon8-term care and preservation of equipment and donations. Statement confirming whether the trustees have had fe8ard to the 6uidance i$5ued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18 All Trustees werelssued wlth a copy of Ihe E￿entIal Trustee" and have confirmed they are aware of the concept of publlc beneflt. SORP reference Para 1.38 Polici on grant makln8 nla

Pollry on soclil Investment Includln8 progrnm related Investment P•ti 1.38 Contrfbutlon m•de by voluntÉers Parn 1.38 WÈ 8re 8r•teful lof the Invalu•ble ctsntrlbutltsn of all voluntee.rs however much or Ilttle of thelr tlrne thty can dedlcate. Wlthout Our volunteers we couldrft achleve what we do to enrkh thp puplls, educallon and experlence and to develop effectlve relatlonshlps wfthlft the broader school cofflfflunty. Ourln8 2023124, we focused on slmplrfyln8 the process and on making volunteerlng more accesslble and enjoyable. We were delighted to see so mary new members of our school communlty Step forward to volunteer. Several dedlcated volunteers stepF*d up to assume ongoing responsibility for specrfic events. including our three unrform sales and the maintenènce days for the Woodland Garden. SORP reference Para 1.20 Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identrfying the difference the charity's work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider beneftts to society as a whole. Our key achlevements this year include: Through fundraising efforts. we have provided si8ntficant financial support for the improvement of school facilities includin8 the new Playground Equipment and the upkeep of the Woodland Garden. We organised and funded a variety of activities and social events to foster social development and create lasting memories including our discos, Christmas pantomime. the May Mudder and Christmas Parties. We aim to provide a diverse range of activities and entertainment at our events to ensure there'5 somethin8 for everyone to enjoy. Our events and initiatives bring tO8ether staff. parents, carers, students, and members of the wider community. fostering a stron8 sense of belon8in8 and collaboration. This year, we focused on Improving communication about volunteer opportunities to ensure that everyone knows how and when they can get Invofved. We work closety with the school leadershlp to identify and address key educational priorities, ensuring that our fundrai5in8 efforts ali8n with the school's overall vislon and oals.

We focused on Increasln8 awareness 01 other fundralsing opportunltles, includlr our shopping a￿lIlate scheme, clot￿$ recycllng bln, and Match Fundlry. Achievernents agalnst oblectlves set Para 1.41 Perfomiance of fundraisin8 actpiities a8ainst objectNes set Para 1.41 Ourevents were effertNe In achlevlng all of our objectives, includin8 financial tsrgets and volunteef en8a8ement. Investment perfomance against ob'ectives Other Para 1.41 Review of the charivs financial position at the end of the period Para 1.21 Our cash funds balance at the end of year was £37,661. Of this, the £20,080 balance from the previous year plu5 this financial yearf5 £34,943 net receipts from the fundraising activitie5 and events was oftset by £17,362 of spend towards the school and community. ststement explaining the policy for holding re5etve5 Stating why they are held Para 1.22. The charity aims to maintain a sustainable financial position that allows for the organisation of two annual fairs, while also supporting events such as discos, Christmas parties. the May Mudder and Feast day treats. Remaining funds will be thoughtFully allocated to the school through collaboratNe discussions with school leadership. In 2024125, the PTFA anticipates further expenditure in new storage solutions to maximise event income and efficiencies for the future. Further planned expenditures include: Stage 2 car￿ Replxen*it new carpets in these classrooms will create a more comfortable and conducive learnln8 environment for students and reduce malntenance time and costs for the schoofs facilities manager. Sports Ca8e Fendn8 Uw•de5: The safety and reliability of the sports ca8e fencing is important for the well-bein8 of both sctwl pupils and members of the wider community who utilise our facilitie5. Enhanced Play8rourKI Fadlltles: Up8radln8 play8round facilitie5 will provide all children with access to en8aging and stimulatin8 play spaces that promote physlcal actlvity, social interactlon, and overall well-bein8.

Amount of reserves held Reasons for holdin8 zero reserves Details of fund matef ialty in deficit Explanètlon of any uncertainties about the charity continuln8 •S • in conom Par8 1.22 Para 1.22 Para 1.24 Para 1.23 n/a n/• Ajdltlonal informatlon loptlonal) The charitvs prlncipal sources of furKls (Includin8 any fundralslng) Para 1.47 Fundr•lslng events Includlni: Chrlstmas & Summer F•1 Autumn & Sprln8 Dlscos May Mudder Two new adult even￿￿ events: aulz Nl and Blngo Nlght Other fundralslng: Pre-loved unlform and books sales Pefsonallsed Christma5 cards and 8ifts Download sales for Nativty and Year 6 performances Easy fundralslng- shopping affillate schenie Clothes recyclin8 scheme Voluntsry Donatlons Match Funding Investment policy and objectives including any soclal investment policy adopted Para 1.46 nla A descrlptlon of the princlpal risks facin8 the charity Para 1.46 Cost of living crisis and chan8ln8 donor behaviour affectin8 income received. Risin8 costs of runnlng events impactin8 net profit made. Reduced en8agement and volunteer nurnbers due to factors such as competing demands on people's tlme and chan8ln8 demographics. Other Description of chari s trusts: Type of 8overnin8 document trust deed, royal charter) How is the charity constituted7 {e.g unincorporated association, cio) Trustee selection methods including detsils of any constitutional provisions e.8. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustee5 Para 1.25 Parentkind Model Constitutlon (with mlnor amendment ado ted 2 October 2￿2 Unincorporated association of parents. carers. teachers of pupils at the School Para 1.25 Para 1.25 Appolnted and reappolnted at AGM each year dit6onal information (optional) Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and tralning of trustees Pard l.sl All new Trustees are 8lven a copy of Yhe Essentlal Trustee", the Governin8 document and have full handover from ou ol Trustees.

trustees- naft￿5 o Dirertor nome the dlrectors ot the dote the re rtwosa Name o trustee5 holdi Trustee non7e title to belon In Dates octed I to the chari not or whole eor Funds heldos Custodlon trustee5 on behaff of others Description of the 055ets held in this copocity Nome andobjects of the chc7rity on whose behalf the osset5 are held and how thisfalls within the CuStL￿10n chority'5 objects Details of orrangementsforsafr custody and segregation of such assetsfrom the charitys own assets Names ond addresses of odvisers (Optional infvrmationj Type of adviser Nome Address Name of chief executive or nomes of seniorstaff members (Optional information) Reason or non-disclosure o ersonnel details Other o tionalin ormotion

The charivs or8ani5ational structure and any wider network with which the charity works P•ra 1.51 Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Other nla name Other name the cha uses stered tha number Ch•fftVs wlrKlpal address St John Flsher Parent, Teacher and Frlends Association nla 1105886 ST. JOHN FISHER RC PRIMARY SCHOOL GRAND DRIVE LONDON SW20 9NA the ch• Name of person lor body) entltled to appolnt trustee (If any) Trustee name Office Dates acted (if not for whole year) Virginia Mccluskie Ed Constable Chalr Vice-chair Julia Mazery Lisa Kujawa Secretary Treasurer

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