Parents and Teachers Association
For live events, tickets can be purchased directly from the PTA via this link:
https://www.pta-events.co.uk/stjohnscofepta/index.cfm?event=Shop#.X6k99mw5NPY
PTA
The PTA is a very important part of school life here at St John's. We have a great sense of community where everyone works together for the ultimate good of our children.
Our role is not just fundraising. Our role includes encouraging all of us as parents and our children to socialise with each other and to build a sense of inclusivity within our school environment.
Committee and Members
Every parent, carer and guardian of pupils currently at St John's Primary School is a member of the PTA.
A committee is a team of volunteers who are elected at the association's Annual General Meeting 'AGM' to manage the association on behalf of the members.
The 23/24 Executive committee members are: -
Chair - Jade Mootatamby
Treasurer - Elisabeth Ballam
Vice Chairs - Rebecca Trulove and Danielle Wiseman
Secretary - Jackie Moylan
All committee members have equal voting rights, with the exception of the Chair who has an additional casting vote should this be needed. We try to meet every 3 months to discuss our plans for the year. This is very informal and we try to make it as relaxed as possible. The meetings are held during school time or in the evenings. We welcome everyone.
Annual General Meeting
Our most recent AGM took place on 3rd October 2023. All parents, carers and guardians are invited to the AGM, the next will be scheduled for the Autumn 2024.
Second-Hand Uniform
Please contact us using the PTA email address with the clothing item you require and sizing and if available, we will aim to provide this within a week. We also hold nearly new sales throughout the year, these are advertised on our social medical pages and within the class Whatsapp or Facebook pages.
Follow Us
https://www.facebook.com/stjohnscofecaterhampta/
How to Contact Us
St John's PTA, Markfield Road, Caterham, Surrey CR3 6RN
Registered with the Charity Commission as 1005758
How Can You Help?
- Sign up to St John's Easyfundraising app. They partner with over 7,500 brands who donate part of what you spent to St Johns. It doesn't cost you are extra as the cost is covered by the brand so whenever you buy online, use easyfundraising to turn your shopping into fundraising for the school - www.easyfundraising.org.uk
- Match Funding - There are many companies that will match any monies raised when their staff volunteer for an event. If you work for or think you work for a company that provides this, please contact us.
- Save old clothes, shoes, etc. for recycling collections - we have a clothing recycling bin in the car park near the after-school club.
- Give up the odd hour of your time to help with some of the fundraising events - it's good fun and your kids love seeing you take part. You can do this via the PTA Events page when purchasing your tickets or get in contact with us by email. This can be adhoc. No need to commit to everything.
During the past few years, the PTA have raised enough money to ensure the whole school community benefits by providing an array of items, some of the items and projects we have purchased and donated towards include -
o School Garden
o Trim Trail
o Playground Benches
o Climbing frame for the Infant Classes
o Leavers Hoodies/Parties
o Football Goals
o PE Equipment
o Young Carers Fund
We are in the process of purchasing 30 Chromebooks and to replace the toilet doors in the Junior building.
Children are often heard telling classmates their adults are helping at an event. If volunteering at the event isn't possible, we are always in need of people to help with set up and clearing away, Administration, Collecting supplies, advertising and many more pre and post event tasks. Please consider helping where you can, it really does make a difference.
Thank you