Senior PTA
Introduction
PTA Structure
Every parent and teacher is invited to be a member of the PTA and a voluntary annual subscription is collected along with the school fees each year. The committee is composed of parents and teachers across the school, supported by a network of 60 class reps. Being on the committee really is a fun and rewarding way to meet other parents and be more actively involved in school life.
The Parent Teacher Association of St Catherine’s Senior School, the PTA, is composed of parents and teachers who volunteer their time and energy to provide the social link between the school and parents. The PTA aim to put on a range of events throughout the year that will appeal to many across all year groups. This ensures that parents are able to meet others both within their daughter’s year and also across the whole school, thus promoting a sense of community.
In addition to the social side, the PTA uses surplus funds from events to provide the Annual PTA Lecture and support School fundraising initiatives.
Finally the PTA Second Hand Uniform shop provides an invaluable service to parents in both the Prep and Senior School and generates considerable funds for the PTA.
Events
Events
The year began with the PTA AGM in September and all the other committee members will remain the same for the next year. Please see the committee members list above.
Before the meeting began, the Reps enjoyed a Thank- you Drinks Reception in the new Culinary Space. It was lovely to have a first view of the space where PTA funds had supported its development. We were privileged to have a festive drinks and canape demonstration by Mr Philip Friend.
The U3 Curry Supper followed a week later. This is always a joyous, relaxed evening as new parents get to meet each other in their Houses over a curry and glass of wine.
In November, the boarders beautifully decorated the Christmas Tree in preparation for St Catherine’s Day and enjoyed some mulled apple juice and a Christmas biscuit.
The festive season culminated with the Christmas Ball in December where we welcomed over 100 guests from our parent community for a festive start to the Christmas Season.
Event Booking
For current parents who want to book up to specific events, please click here for our community pages.
Getting involved
Thank you very much, to all, who have signed up to our “Willing Helper’s” lists. We are looking for more volunteers to help in the Second-Hand Uniform shop and someone to take over as Treasurer on the main committee. If anyone is interested in getting involved with the PTA, please let us know by contacting seniorpta.chair@stcatherines.info. It’s a lot of fun and doesn’t have to be time-consuming.
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Second Hand Uniform Shop
Second Hand Uniform Shop
The Second Hand Uniform Shop generates additional funds for the PTA from the sale of preloved uniform. This is run by a dedicated team of parents and provides an invaluable service to many. For opening times, terms and conditions and latest news please follow this link:
Second Hand Uniform Shop
Supporting the School
Supporting the School
In the calendar year 2018, the Senior PTA was able to donate £12,700 to the school to provide among others: a tent for the sports department for away matches, honour boards from 1985 onwards, dance costumes for the dance department, extending archives to 1960s and 1970s. PTA Awards are also made annually to 6th Form Students to assist with travel or vocational work during their summer holidays or gap years. We are very grateful to all parents for their continued support of our events allowing us to make such donations to the School.
In September 2019 we were delighted to present the school with a cheque for £25,000 to be spent on the new kitchen in 'The 6', the new Sixth Form accommodation, which is available for use for day girls and boarders from late 2020.
Committee
PTA Committee
The committee is made up of two co-Chairs, a Secretary, Treasurer, House Representative Co-Ordinator and a Second Hand Uniform Representative.
There are also members of staff in the committee:
- Mrs Alice Phillips
- Mrs Sheila Kelsall
- Mrs Clare Woodgates
- Mrs Nabila Gordon
- Mrs Dawn Pilkington
In addition we have parent representatives for each year and house.
Join Us
Join Us
We are always looking for new committee members so if you would like to know more about what’s involved or simply offer your help at one of the events we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please contact the PTA Chair on SeniorPTA.chair@stcatherines.info