FRIENDS OF GILLESPIE PTA
FoG aims to advance the education and quality of life of pupils of Gillespie Primary School and their families. It builds relationships across the Gillespie community with a number of projects. The main aim for this year, is to enhance play areas, improving them for community use and assisting with the greening and improved suitability of the school's building and environment.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £61,158 as of 31 August 2025, which is above the stated minimum policy target of £5,000. The charity reported a net surplus for the year, with total income of £54,311 against total payments of £30,895.
What the accounts disclose
“Reserves should not fall below £5000.”
Trustees
- Alison Mary Stokes
- Caroline Hatchett
- Charlotte Anne Kavanagh Collins
- Jacqueline Barrett
- James Grant
- Max Priestman
- Sean Thomson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £54k | £31k |
| 31/08/2024 | £25k | £25k |
| 31/08/2023 | £31k | £18k |
| 31/08/2022 | £14k | £41k |
| 31/08/2021 | £30k | £15k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS OF GILLESPIE PTA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £61,158 as of 31 August 2025, which is above the stated minimum policy target of £5,000. The charity reported a net surplus for the year, with total income of £54,311 against total payments of £30,895. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.