FATs

Community Links

The school is very much an integral part of the local community. Parents and visitors are always welcome. In 2005 the school retained its Healthy Schools Award in recognition of its many activities that help to raise the awareness of a healthy lifestyle amongst its pupils.

We believe that the community is a rich resource for learning. Students are actively involved in local primary schools, the elderly, the under fives and people with disabilities. Thousands of pounds have been collected over the years for local charities, through a variety of fund-raising activities.

What is FATs

FATs is a PTA and is a hardworking group of people who contribute to the pupils at Archbishop Thurstan in a wide variety of ways. They take an active interest in looking at ways school life can me improved for all who participate in it.

This ranges from fund raising activities, through social events to ways the school can interact with the local community. All parents and guardians of students at the school are automatically members of the PTA and are encouraged to participate in its activities.

The FATs was formed in 2004 and it exists to bring together parents and guardians, staff, students and other members of the community.

What do the FATs do

The main targets for the FATs are:

• Raises money to provide facilities which are needed by the school.
• Organises fun activities for students, parents, guardians and staff.
• Serves and sells refreshments at school events.

What have we done recently

We have raised funds from:

• Holding a quiz event at Craven Park.
• A car boot sale on the school grounds.
• Selling refreshments at the school panto.
• Helping with costumes and make up at the school panto.

What's next for the PTA

Future events we are planning include:

• To hold a fun event for existing year 7 students and the new intake.
• To have another quiz - fun night.
• An in school quiz for students.
• A concert in October

Contact Us

If you feel that you would find it interesting and challenging to help this enthusiastic group, either as an occasional helper or full time participant or if you are just curious to find out what we do, then please feel free to contact us at any time.

Contact Details:

Secretary:
Mrs D. Chapman

tel: 01482 781912

Chair Person:
Mrs Sarah Bainton

Publicity:
Mr Steve Bainton