Kennet School PTAC
Kennet School, Stoney Lane, Thatcham, RG19 4LL
Charity number.. 1106961
Chairperson.. Lyse Moss
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Ktnnet Sehool
PTAC
Date.. Wednesday 17 September 2025 7-8pm
Location.. Kennet School Library
Attendees
Gra￿ Rigg - Headteacher {GR), Gerwyn Clegg - school PTAC
representative IGC), Lyse Moss Chair ILM), Liz Fisher - Vice Chair (LF),
Steve Curtis-Read - Treasurer {SCRI, Chloe Byrne- Secretary ICB), Lisa
Thorne {LT), Sarah Belcher ISBI, Akesh Vishram (AV), Katie Beeny (KM),
Max Ives (MI), Levi Woodley (LMI, Alastair Tucker (AT), Ronnie Tamale
IRTI, Sam Martin ISM), Katherine Walker {KW), Max Gayler (MG), Mandy
Hemmings (MHI. There were also 7 pupils present to give talks.
Apologies
None
1. Introduction and welcome
The PTAC Chair, LM, welcomed attendees to the AGM and expressed gotitude for their participation. She
highlighted the importance of the PTAC'S role in supporting the school and its students.
The current committee and trustee members were introduced.. Lisa ILM - Chairl, Liz ILF- Vice Chairl, Chloe
ICB - Secrelaryl, and Steve ISCR - Treasurer).
LM emphasised the vital role of the PTAC in providing additional resources and support to the school, given
limited government funding. The PTAC'S primary objectives were outlined..
Raising funds for additional school resour￿$ and supporting the school's educational
endeavours
Organising events for students, families, and the school community
All parents of Kennet School students were encouraged lo participate in the PTAC, with meetings held on the
first Monday of each month. LM emphasised the importance of parental involvement in achieving ils goals.
Kennet School headteacher, Ms Rigg (GRI extended her gratitude lo the PTAC members, acknowledging
their small size bul significant impact and invaluable contributions lo the school. She highlighted the new hall
as an example of changing times, noting that five years ago the school could have afforded the air
conditioning unil, but in the current climate, the funds raised by the PTAC are even more impacttul and
appreciated.
2. Short pupil talks
GR introduced the pupil speakers for this section.
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Thailand Trip
Sixth Form and Alumni students spoke about their recent trip to Thailand, which was
designed to help students become 'global citizens, by assisting disadvantaged communities,
experiencing new cultures, and teaching English. The trip was a rewarding experience,
helping students gain an understanding of different cultures. The students, many of whom
had never left Europe, shared their experiences of adapting lo the local vegan and
vegetarian diet and the remote, religious nature of the region.
Highlights of the trip included..
Conservation: Working at an elephant sanctuary and participating in environmental
conservation efforts.
Teaching: Teaching English to local children, which was described as a very sweet
experien￿.
Cultural Immersion: Visiting temples, night markets, and the old city gates of
Chiang Mai. Over 700 trees were also planted in a mountainous region.
The students noted that the trip helped them gain a wider perspective on life and
recommended it to younger students at the school.
Year 7 Camp
Year 8 students shared their positive experience from the Year 7 camp. They described it as
a'wonderful experience," where they were able lo use Kennet values and engage in
various activities. They spoke about the fresh and exciting atmosphere, a variety of food
options (with toast being a favorite}, mini-olympic games, and a delicious BBQ prepared by
the Heads of Houses. They highly recommended the camp to the current Year 7 pupils.
3. 2024-2025 Chair report
LM highlighled that il had been an "absolutely fantastic and busy year,, their best by far. She
expressed gratitude for the significant contributions made by committee members and a
handful of volunteers, who had really stepped up due to a lack of volunteers. She noted that
despite some highs and lows, the incredible amount of money raised made all the effort
worthwhile.
LM reviewed the PTAC'S events for the year, including..
Bingo Night: This new event, held in July, was introduced to raise more funds. The
uptake was slow initially, but it was ultimately a great success and will be hosted
again.
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Fireworks Event: The PTAC'S largest event, held in partnership with Friends of
Vvhitelands and Francis Bally PTA. The event was driven by Chloe from the very
beginning, and it was a proud moment that her last year of involvement ended on
such a high note. The success was attributed to her leadership and the efforts of
numerous volunteers.
Tornadoes Football Tournament: The PTAC participaled in this annual
weekend-long event, providing refreshments and a BBQ for the players and their
families. This was the second year the PTAC had run it as a team, and Liz again took
the lead. Positive changes were made, and the event felt less chaotic than the
previous year, despite raising even more funds. Special thanks were given to Simon
Hannon and his team for managing the BBQ.
LM expressed her thanks to-.
The committee and members for their dedication and hard work.
The teachers and school staff who supported the PTAC, specifically mentioning Mr.
Joyce, the staff representative from the previous year. She also welcomed Mr. Clegg
and Mrs. Langley, the new representatives for the coming year.
The Chair emphasised the importance of continued parental and staff involvement and
support for the PTAC'S future endeavours.
4. 2024-2025 Financial report
SCR reported that it had been a record-breaking year for the PTAC, with 23 separate events
run, attended, or catered for.
Fundraising Highlights
Events: Total profit raised from events was £30,917.30.
Quiz Night: The October Quiz raised a record profit of over £1,900, an
increase of £600 on the previous year.
Fireworks Display: The largest display to date, held in partnership with
Francis Bally and Vvhitelands primary schools, generated a profit of
£8,293.36.
Thatcham Tornadoes Weekend: This was the most successful event,
raising over £9,000 over two days.
Other Income:
Enhancement Fund: The fund received £4,926.43, with the majority coming
from donations through ParentPay.
Non-uniform Days: These contributed £1,388.09.
Match Funding: £1,469.50 was raised, primarily from parents working at
Vodafone.
West Berkshire Lottery: £856 was raised through this scheme.
The total profit for the year was £39,557.32.
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Expenditure and Funds
Fireworks Deposit: A deposit of £2,031 was paid for this year's fireworks display.
Air Conditioning: The school approached the PTAC to help fund the repair ofthe air
conditioning. The committee approved a payment of£5,645.20 because the funds
were available. It was noted that although this took a significant chunk from the
minibus fund, the comfort of the pupils and staff was deemed a priority.
Current Financial Position
Total Available Funds: £29,303.49
Minibus Fund: The current funds represent Ihree-quarters of the lolal needed for the
minibus. The focus for the new academic year will be to raise the remaining quarter,
with plans in place for potential grants and future events.
5. Questions from the floor
None received
6. Appointment of the new PTAC Committee
LM explained the process of electing the committee roles and that the secretary would not
be standing again this year. Those nominated, proposed and seconded are outlined below..
Nominations received for Chair '. Lisa Moss
Lisa Moss proposed by G Rigg, seconded by S Belcher
Nominations received for Vice Chair '. Liz Fisher
Liz Fisher proposed by A Vishram, seconded by M Gaylor
Nominations received for Treasurer '. Steve Curtis-Read
Steve Curtis-Read proposed by L Thorne, seconded by A Vishram
Nominations received for Secretary '. None
No one offered to take on this role, it will be divided by the other three committee members.
The offi￿r$ for 2025- 2026 are as follows..
Chair.. Lisa Moss
Vice Chair.. Liz Fisher
Treasurer.. Steve Curtis-Read
The appointed auditor will be Kirsty Warren.
7. Appointment of Honorary PTAC President
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LM appointed GR to be the Honorary PTA President, GR accepted the appointment.
8. Closing comments
CB was presented with some tokens of appreciation in recognition for her time given to the PTAC
now that she is no longer in Ihe role of secretary.
LM thanked everyone for attending and closed the meeting.
Date of nexl meeting.. Monday 29 September 2025.
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Kennet Parent Association
024 to 31st lul
2025
Trea4U
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Openlng b8Fance oV08124
£ 29.243.61
£ 36,906.77
Eveiil T4kln85
Non-unrform Day
Match Funding
We=t Berkshire lottcry
Enhancernent Account IMSBCI
Enhancement Actoun Via PTAC Events Page
£ 1,388.09
£ 1,469.50
856.00
86.14
224.29
T•tal In￿rne
£ 40.930.79
EMpendltur¢
23124 school payments
Evènt Pmwsions
£ 30,000.00
É £.9A9.47
Fl￿WorkS Deposit
Stock holdingvalue
Total Expendlture
£ 2,031.75
£ 3.002.95
£ 41.024.17
Cash Holdin8 forfloats
E l.182.46
Carry over to 251?S
Income
Enhancement Account Vla Parent Pay ffom 24125
Expenditure
Airton 1nvnle￿- Paid Aug
£ 4.616.00
£ 5,645.20
£ 29,303A9
Closing balance
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CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLANO ANO WALES
Independent examinerfs report on the
accounts
Section A
Independent Examiner's Report
Report to the trustees
Kennet School PTAC
On accounts for the year
ended
2025
Charlty no
(if any)
1106961
Set oirt on pages
Ifen*mbef lo indude the p8ge I'umi.
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above
charityllhe Trust.) for the year ended 3110112025.
As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for th8 preparation of the
accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Chartties Act 2011
{Ihe Act").
Responsibilities and
basis of rgport
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts caffied out
under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carying out my examination, I
have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Chanty Commission
under section 14515llb) of the Ad.
Independent
•xamlnerfs ststement I have compleled my examination. I confirm that no matertal matters have
come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me
cause to believe th%11 in, any material re$ped'.
the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130
of the Charities Act., or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records,. or
the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements
conceming the fomi and content of accounts set out in Ihe Charilies
(Accounts and Repjrts) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement
that the aGcounls give a 'lrue and fair, view which is not a matter
considered as part of an Independeni examination.
I have no concems and have comè across no other matters in connection
with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this ￿port in
order to enable a proper understanding of the aGcounts lo be ￿aChed.
' Please delete the words in lh8 brackets if they do nol apply.
Signed:
Date:
1910512026
Name:
Kirsty Warren
Rolevant professional
quallficatlonlsl or body
lif any):
Address:
5 Coklstream Way. Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4PS
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guidance for examiners).
Give here brief details of
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