Friends of Victoria Primary School

Friends of Victoria Primary School is a registered charitable organisation (charity number 1202109) dedicated to supporting Victoria Primary School, located in Keighley, West Yorkshire. The charity works closely with the school community to enhance the educational experience and wellbeing of its pupils, who range in age from 3 to 11 years.

Purpose and Activities

The primary aim of Friends of Victoria Primary School is to raise funds and provide additional resources to enrich the everyday learning environment at Victoria Primary School. This includes organizing events, activities, and fundraising initiatives that benefit the students directly by supplying educational materials, supporting extracurricular programs, and improving school facilities.

Affiliation with Victoria Primary School

Victoria Primary School is part of the Northern Star Academies Trust since May 2024, serving around 323 pupils with a commitment to high-quality education as reflected in its recent Ofsted inspection rating of "Good" in all areas including quality of education, behaviour, and leadership[1][5]. The Friends of Victoria Primary School charity complements the school’s mission by fostering community involvement and encouraging parental engagement.

Governance and Structure

As a registered charity, Friends of Victoria Primary School is governed by trustees who oversee its operations and ensure compliance with charity law. The organisation collaborates closely with the school leadership, headed by Principal Mrs Jane Dark, to align its charitable efforts with the school’s priorities and needs.

This volunteer-led organisation plays a vital role in sustaining a supportive and vibrant school community, helping Victoria Primary School provide an enriched educational experience beyond government funding.

[1] https://www.victoria.bradford.sch.uk [2] https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/Establishments/Establishment/Details/143571 [3] https://bso.bradford.gov.uk/school/50286-victoria-primary-school [4] https://www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/schools/victoria-primary-school-keighley [5] https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/143571