Starting a PTA?

A PTA is a very good way to bring together parents, teachers and others to raise money and to support the school. It provides an opportunity for everyone to work together towards a common goal. All parents and teachers can get involved even if they only have a small amount of time available. Whatever type of association you decide to form, your school will benefit from the additional funds it will raise and the increased opportunity for parents to be more involved in school life.

What does a PTA do?

PTA activity varies from school to school. The wider the range, the more chance you have of involving more people. A PTA can:

• Raise funds to help the school provide “extras” for the pupils.
• Run social events for parents and children. 
• Provide support for school trips and outings and other special events.
• Run after-school clubs for sport, music or drama.
• Organise meetings to inform parents about education issues, especially when changes are taking place.

Making a difference

NCPTA members make a real difference to school life. The total financial contribution from NCPTA members is some £65 million a year - that's an average of £4,000 a year profit. Think what a difference £4,000 could make to your school.

So, if your school is thinking of starting a PTA, the NCPTA has developed a comprehensive Start up pack pack to help you understand what is involved and to guide you through the process. It also details the current membership offer, as now is the time to consider joining the NCPTA, so that our support extends beyond the initial set-up stage.

More information can be found in the Start up pack. Simply follow the links to the left to access your copy.