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The Pangbourne Parents Association (PPA) is run by, and for the parents of Pangbourne pupils.
Every parent at the school is automatically a member of the PPA. There is no charge and all are free to participate as much or as little as they would like.
The day to day running of the PPA is undertaken by a small committee of twelve parents who are elected each year at the AGM.
The committee is brilliantly supported by a larger number of parents who volunteer their time to help at a specific event or on a regular basis at events throughout the year.
We are a very friendly team and our aim is to make all our events as enjoyable to organise as they are to attend, we are always happy to welcome new volunteers. It's a great way to get to know people, make new friends and have some fun in the process If you are interested in getting involved then please fill out the contact section at the bottom of the page.
PPA Committee Meetings 2024/25
Saturday 7th September 2024
Saturday 7th December 2024
Saturday 8th February 2025
Saturday 22nd March 2025
Saturday 10th May 2025
AGM - Saturday 14th June 2025
The PPA organises a number of events for parents each year. These include the hugely popular Ball, our Christmas Market and the ever popular Quiz Night. We also support a number of College events such as Open Mornings, the Classic Car Show and new parent events.
The money we raise from PPA events is reinvested in the College and also in the wider community. Details of some of the initiatives we have supported and continue to support can be found below.
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Young adults in the community
Bridge for Young People, provides a home and support to young people (aged 16-25) who are leaving care or who are homeless. They currently have three houses in West Berkshire; Cornerstone, Rebecca House and Hope House.
Residents have typically experienced varying challenges during their childhood. Bridge for Young People provides them with a stable home, emotional support and practical help during this crucial time as they move into independence.
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College Projects
One of the great highlights of the year is the grants event which is when we donate the funds that we have raised over the past year and share this with the school. It makes all the hard work worthwhile. The process is open to all staff with the aim of helping them to fund projects and departmental initiatives. In 2024 we donated £10,359.
The money that was awarded bought paddle boards for the CCF, a euphonium and studio equipment for the music department, and an honours board for the marching band drum majors. We also helped to launch the reading canon for the library and English department and bought two replacement spotlights for Drake and the drama department.
It was such a pleasure to hear the various applicants pitch to the team with such enthusiasm and drive.
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