Friends of Abbey PTA
Charity Registration Number NIC100978
Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended l October 2022
The Trustees present their report of the charity for the year ended l October 2022.
Reference and administrative details
Trustees
The following individuals were the charity trustees on the date the report was approved:
J Manning
J Martin
V Mcclelland
E Mearns
J Thompson
The following individuals served as charity trustees during the year:
J Manning
J Martin
E Mearns
D Taylor
J Thompson
Principal charity address
C/0 Friends of Abbey PTA
Abbey Primary School
90 Movilla Road
Newtownards
Co Down
BT23 8RQ
Governance
Governing Document
The Charity w&s registered with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland on 9 October
2014. It is governed by a Constitution adopted on 2 October 2014.
Objectives and activities
The purpose of the charity is to advance the education of pupils in the school in particular by:
Developing effective relationships between the staff, parents and others associated with
the school.
Engaging in activities or providing facilities or equipment which support the school and
advance the education of the pupils.

Friends of Abbey PTA
Charity Registration Number IYIC100978
Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended l October 2022
Objectives and activities (continued)
During the year the charity organised a number of events in order to achieve their charitable
purposes. Due to COVID restrictions within the year we ran events such as a movie day during
school hours, a Christmas Ballot, and a clothing collection. Our main focus in the latter part
of the year was on getting back to face-to-face events after the lifting of restrictions. The
con]rnittee organised a very successful and much enjoyed Spring Fair and P7 Disco.
Achievements and Performance
Usually the school have a 'wish list, of items that they would like to purchase. The PTA were
able to provide additional funding towards these extra resources not provided for by the school
budget. These resources are used to compliment the curriculum and make our children's
learning experience more fulfilling and exciting,
PTA events not only raise funds, but also promote a positive presence within the community
and bring a feeling of togetherness within the school.
Publie Benefit Statement
In setting objectives and planning activities for the year the Trustees have given careful
consideration to the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland's guidance on public benefit and
are confident that the activities have helped to achieve the charity's purposes and provide a
benefit to the beneficiaries.
Financial Review
In the financial year from 2 October 2021 to l October 2022, the charity had an income of
£12,745 and an expenditure of £12,701 resulting in a closing reserves balance of £8,916.
Reserves Policy
The Charity does not have a reserves policy. It strives to annually fulfil its purposes by
financially supporting the school with funds to purchase resources for the educational needs
and advancement of all the pupils of the school whilst strategically retaining sufficient reserves
to cover the initial expenses to future planned events.
Signed on behalf of thc trustees
J Thompson
Approved by the Trustees on 31 July 2023