TOWN CLOSE PARENTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
Town Close PTA's purpose is to advance the education of pupils by engaging in activities or providing facilities or equipment which support the school, together with developing effective relationships between staff, parents and others associated with the school.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity has no concerns about its viability for the next financial year, although it notes a risk regarding volunteer availability. The charity holds a 'reasonably healthy balance' and has successfully fulfilled its core objectives by investing £28,374.97 in school provisions during the period. Principal sources of funds include the PTA shop, events, annual family donations, and sponsorship.
What the accounts disclose
“Principal sources of funds are: • PTA shop, • PTA events and activities, • Annual £10 family donations. • Sponsorship and advertising (primarily linked to events at the stage)”
“No concerns about the charity’s viability for next academic and financial year, however there is always a risk that there will not be the volunteers with the appetite to continue to manage the charity / aspects of the charity.”
“Town Close School and the PTA work closely together to ensure a collaborative environment for the school community.”
Trustees
- Cassandra Clare Coxchair
- Alison Hayley Dhrampal
- Kylee Moore
- Lydia Victoria Hutchinson
- Sarah Luise Thomas
- Sian Teresa Sanders
- Yasemin Serpen
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £47k | £28k |
| 31/03/2024 | £52k | £37k |
| 31/03/2023 | £53k | £31k |
| 31/03/2022 | £34k | £39k |
Common questions
Is TOWN CLOSE PARENTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity has no concerns about its viability for the next financial year, although it notes a risk regarding volunteer availability. The charity holds a 'reasonably healthy balance' and has successfully fulfilled its core objectives by investing £28,374.97 in school provisions during the period. Principal sources of funds include the PTA shop, events, annual family donations, and sponsorship. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.