BESSEMER GRANGE PRIMARY SCHOOL PTFA
We fund after school music clubs which include a Samba band & violin & guitar classes. The children then have opportunities to take part in local festivals & community events, giving them confidence & enthusiasm to learn an instrument. Our organised events include both Xmas & Summer fairs, which provide fun for the kids & a chance to raise money for the school.
Objects
TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUPILS IN THE SCHOOL IN PARTICULAR BY1. DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN STAFF PARENTS AND OTHERS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SCHOOL;2. ENGAGING IN ACTIVITIES OR PROVIDING FACILITIES OR EQUIPMENT WHICH SUPPORT THE SCHOOL AND ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUPILS;
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £85,840 to £62,041 during the year, resulting in a net deficit of £23,800 as total expenditure exceeded income. The charity raised over £42,000 through fundraising activities and received donations, spending £65,282 on donations to the school and other costs. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records.
What the accounts disclose
“The total income from the year’s events and grants was £49,085, with costs of fundraising of £7,000” — page 5
Policies the charity declares
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
Trustees
- Anna Box
- Emily Montenero
- Mark Wharton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2025 | £49k | £73k |
| 04/09/2024 | £57k | £41k |
| 04/09/2023 | £49k | £30k |
| 04/09/2022 | £29k | £27k |
| 04/09/2021 | £29k | £50k |
Common questions
Is BESSEMER GRANGE PRIMARY SCHOOL PTFA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £85,840 to £62,041 during the year, resulting in a net deficit of £23,800 as total expenditure exceeded income. The charity raised over £42,000 through fundraising activities and received donations, spending £65,282 on donations to the school and other costs. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.