ST MICHAEL'S ALKRINGTON PARENT, TEACHERS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION

ST MICHAEL'S ALKRINGTON PARENT, TEACHERS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION (Charity number: 1130140) is a UK-based nonprofit organisation affiliated with St Michael's Church of England Primary School in Alkrington, Rochdale. It operates as a parent-teacher association aimed at fostering a supportive community between the school, parents, teachers, and friends to enhance the educational environment and resources for pupils.

Purpose and Activities

The organisation functions primarily to raise funds through various events and activities, which contribute to providing additional materials, resources, and facilities for the school. These fundraising efforts help improve the overall school experience for students and support educational initiatives beyond the standard curriculum.

Community Engagement

Beyond fundraising, the association plays an important role in building a community spirit among parents, carers, teachers, and friends of the school. Regular meetings and events facilitate communication and cooperation, supporting the school’s educational goals through volunteer involvement and community support.

Governance

The association is managed by a volunteer committee, including roles such as chairperson and other officers, who oversee the organisation’s activities and coordinate events. Meetings are usually held monthly to plan and organize fundraising and community-building efforts.

Registration and Compliance

ST MICHAEL'S ALKRINGTON PARENT, TEACHERS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales under charity number 1130140. It complies with regulatory requirements by submitting annual returns and accounts, ensuring transparency and proper governance of funds raised for the school’s benefit[1][2][3].

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5003606 [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5003606/accounts-and-annual-returns [3] https://www.stmichaelscemidd.rochdale.sch.uk/special-circumstances-home-learning-page-information/ptfa-1 [4] https://www.stmichaelstreforest.co.uk/ptfa/ [5] https://stmichaelscatholicprimary.co.uk/parents-and-carers/parent-teacher-association/