Balshaw Lane Primary School Parents Teachers and Friends Associaton CIO
Registered Charity Number: 1200868 Annual Report and Accounts 2024-2025
DETAILS:
Balshaw Lane Parents Teachers and Friends Association CIO
Registered Charity Number: 1200868
Registered Address:
Balshaw Lane Primary School
Bredon Avenue
Euxton
PR7 6NS
Email: Balshawlanepta@gmail.com
Date of Registration: 01 November 2022 CIO Reg Insurers: Parent Kind Bank: Virgin Money Accountants: N/A
GOVERNANCE AND STRUCTURE:
Balshaw Lane PTFA is a registered charity CIO and governed in accordance with its constitution and the Charity Commission Guidelines by the Trustees and its Committee.
TRUSTEES:
Ms Helen Elaine Gregson – Head Teacher / Trustee – resigned December 2024 Mrs Catherine Hodgson – Head Teacher / Trustee – appointed January 2025 Mr Steven John Warburton – Chair / Parent – appointed 12 November 2022
Mrs Kate Bibby – Treasurer / Parent – appointed 12 November 2022
COMMITTEE:
Mr Steven John Warburton - Chair Mrs Kate Bibby - Treasurer Mrs Nicky Davis - Secretary Mrs Ruth Dobson - Committee Member Mrs Karla Erskine - Committee Member (joined August 2024)
The Trustees present this report for the year ending 31[st] August 2025.
OBJECTIVES OF THE CHARITY:
To advance the education of the pupils in the school in particular by:
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(1) Developing effective and meaningful relationships between the staff, parents, children and others associated with the school and;
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(2) Engaging in activities or providing facilities or equipment which support the school and advance the education of the pupils.
PUBLIC BENEFIT STATEMENT:
The trustees have complied with their duty under the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit.
INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION:
As the Charity’s gross income exceeded £25,000 during the year, the Trustees arranged for the accounts to be independently examined.
The independent examination was carried out by CMA Accountancy Ltd, who are independent of the charity’s day-to-day management and administration.
An audit was not required under the Charities Act 2011.
REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND TREASURER:
The committee is made up of parent volunteers who work closely with the school to raise funds that directly benefit the pupils of Balshaw Lane Primary School.
During the year, the committee worked closely with Head Teacher Ms Helen Gregson until her departure in December 2024. The committee would like to extend its sincere thanks to Ms Gregson for her support and contribution to the PTFA during her tenure. From January 2025, the committee welcomed the incoming Head Teacher, Mrs Catherine Hodgson, and looks forward to continuing a positive and collaborative working relationship.
The committee has continued to benefit from the support of parents, carers, school staff and volunteers who generously give their time to help organise and run events throughout the year. Their contribution remains invaluable to the success of the PTFA.
The year has been a particularly successful one financially. Total donations and fundraising income exceeded £25,000 for the first time, reaching £27,545. This is a fantastic achievement for the PTFA and reflects the continued support of our school community.
During the year, the PTFA invested £13,474 back into the school through a range of projects, resources and activities for pupils. The largest investment was the installation of the new Outdoor Reading Shelter, alongside funding for reading books, educational visits, EYFS resources and improvements to the school environment.
Despite this significant investment, the charity generated a net surplus of £2,621, increasing reserves to £10,571 at the year end and ensuring funds remain available to support future school projects.
The committee would also like to thank the local businesses, corporate supporters and members of the wider community who contributed through sponsorships and donations during the year. Their generosity helped maximise the funds available to support the school and its pupils.
The committee would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all volunteers, parents, staff and supporters who gave their time to organise, run and support events throughout the year. Their continued support remains vital to the success of the PTFA.
FINANCIAL REVIEW:
Opening Balance: £7,950 (as at 31.08.2024) Total Income: £27,545 Total Expenditure: £11,450 Donations to School: £13,474 Net Surplus: £2,621 Closing Balance: £10,571 (as at 31.08.2025)
GENERAL REVIEW:
The committee remained committed to putting the FUN into FUNDRAISING and delivered a varied and well-supported programme of events across the academic year. Alongside established favourites, several new initiatives were introduced during the year.
The Colour Run proved to be the highlight of the year, bringing together pupils, families and staff for a fun-filled community event. The event attracted fantastic sponsorship, excellent participation and a brilliant atmosphere, making it both a memorable experience and a significant fundraising success.
The committee also introduced a Silent Disco , providing a more inclusive and neurodiversityfriendly event for pupils. The event was extremely well received and has provided a valuable addition to the PTFA calendar.
A new School Uniform Initiative was launched during the year, sourcing and selling brand new school uniform to parents at reduced prices. The scheme has helped support families with affordability whilst generating additional income for the school.
Feedback from events held throughout the year has continued to be overwhelmingly positive. The committee aims to maintain a diverse and balanced programme of activities, ensuring there is a mixture of fundraising events, family activities and opportunities for the wider school community to come together.
The committee will continue to review and refresh events where appropriate, building on successful new initiatives introduced this year whilst retaining the events that remain popular with pupils and families.
FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES 2024-25
Estimated surpluses*:
• Halloween Disco (£1,700) • Reception Tea Towel Keepsake (£132) ~~•~~ Christmas Film Night (£975) • Christmas Toy Raffle (£778) • Xmas4Schools Christmas Cards (£149) • Winter Biscuit Decorating (£480) • Christmas Fair (£1,100) • Valentines Disco (£658) • World Book Day Balshaw Bars (£406) • Springo Bingo (£840) • Colour Run (£1,947)
| • | Silent Disco | (£1,287) |
|---|---|---|
| • | Summer Fair | (£2,200) |
| • | 200 Club School Lotery | (£658) |
| • | Uniform | (£885) |
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Easy Fundraising/Asda Cashpot/Business sponsors (£1,971)
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The surpluses above were estimated and communicated to the school community following each event. These figures represent the approximate surplus generated by individual fundraising activities and exclude donations to the school and other transactions during the year.
RECOMMENDATIONS AND FUTURE OBJECTIVES:
1. Communication
The committee continues to consider ways in which it can communicate better with our school families. Currently this is done via the school newsletter in the main. The committee aims to utilise the PTFA page on the school website as well as social media channels. Parent WhatsApp Groups have also proved useful in providing immediate and effective communication. The PTFA have their own designated email via which contact can be made: balshawlanepta@gmail.com
2. Eco – Friendly
To continue aligning with the school’s environmentally conscious approach and minimise paper use where possible.
3. Sponsorship, Business Donors and Match Funding
To explore further sponsorship, business donations and match-funding opportunities to maximise fundraising potential.
OBSERVATIONS:
N/A
ACCOUNT RESERVES:
The committee strives to retain a permanent £1,000 balance reserve to ensure there are sufficient funds to cover operational expenses.
APPROVAL OF THE TRSUTEES, ANNUAL REPORT The Trustees declare that they harfe approved the Trustees, Annual Report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's Trustees: Mr Steven John Warburton Chair and Trustee Date: Lo2C.
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (SOFA):
For the year ended 31 August 2025
| Unrestricted | TOTAL | TOTAL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | 2024/25 | 2023/24 | |
| (£) | (£) | (£) | |
| Income | |||
| Donatons and fundraising income | 27,545 | 27,545 | 21,150 |
| Total Income | 27,545 | 27,545 | 21,150 |
| Expenditure | |||
| Fundraising and event costs | 11,450 | 11,450 | 6,357 |
| Charitable actvites (donatons to | 13,474 | 13,474 | 20,113 |
| school) | |||
| Total Expenditure | 24,924 | 24,924 | 26,470 |
| Net surplus/(defcit) for the year | 2,621 | 2,621 | (5,320) |
| Total funds brought forward | 7,950 | 7,950 | 13,271 |
| Total funds carried forward | 10,571 | 10,571 | 7,950 |
| STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION (SOFP): | |||
| As at 31 August 2025: | |||
| 2024/25 | 2023/24 | ||
| (£) | (£) | ||
| Current assets | |||
| Cash at bank and in hand | 10,571 | 7,950 | |
| Total current assets | 10,571 | 7,950 | |
| Creditors: amount falling due within one year | - | - | |
| Accrued expenses | - | - | |
| Net current assets | 10,571 | 7,950 | |
| Total net assets | 10,571 | 7,950 | |
| Funds | |||
| Unrestricted funds | 10,571 | 1,950 | |
| Designated funds (Note 2) | - | 6,000 | |
| Total funds | 10,571 | 7,950 |
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
1. Accounting policies
The accounts have been prepared on an accruals basis in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and the Charities SORP (FRS 102). The charity is a public benefit entity.
2. Funds
All funds held by the charity at 31 August 2025 are unrestricted funds.
At 31 August 2024, £6,000 of unrestricted funds had been designated by the committee towards the Outdoor Reading Shelter project. The project was completed during 2024/25.
3. Trustees and committee members
No trustee or committee member received remuneration or expenses during the year.
4. Independent examination
The accounts have been independently examined by Jess Anderson, a chartered accountant and parent, independent of the charity’s management and administration.
5. Reserves policy
The charity aims to maintain a minimum unrestricted reserve of £1,000 to meet ongoing operational commitments. Remaining reserves are held to support future agreed school projects and activities.
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examIneS report on the accounts Section A Independent Examinerfs Report Report to the trusteesl members of Balshaw Lane Primary School Parents Teachers and Friends Assoclation CIO On accounts for the year ended 31st August 2025 Charity no (If any} 1200868 Set out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity {Ihe Trust.) for the year ended 3110812025. Responsibilities and As the tharity 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. I have cornpleted my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention (other than that disclosed below"} in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. accounting records were not kapt in accordanca with scotion 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records Independent examiner's statement 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. Ple se delete the words in the brackets rf they do not apply. Date". 1W612026 Signed: Name: Chris Alcock, CMA Accountancy Ltd Relevant professional qualificationls) or body (if anyl: Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Address. 39 Skull House Lane, Appley Bridge, Wigan, WN6 9DR. IER October 2018
Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matlers of Goncern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity acGounts: directions and guidance for examiners). Glve her8 brief details of any items that the examlner wishes to disclose. October 2018 IER