Dovedale Primary School Association - Long Eaton

page. Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dovedale Association? The Dovedale Association is Dovedale Primary Schools Parents and Teachers Association. It is a registered charity - number 1039665. It is a friendly, informal committee where everyone’s contributions, however small, are appreciated and valued. Anyone with an interest in helping the school thrive in the community can get involved: parents, teachers, past pupils, carers, grans, granddads and local residents who want to play an active role in

their area. Why do you need a PTA? It’s amazing how many people are willing to help out at their child’s pre-school because it is understood that they need financial assistance to operate, but when it comes to school, they think that there is plenty of money available. This is not the case! Government funding covers (but only just!) the essential

teaching requirements of the school. All extras are not financed by the government and money needs to be raised for such items. What does money raised by the Dovedale Association buy? Most years we are able to donate at least £1,000 for the bulk purchase of items to help with teaching and for the enjoyment of the children. In the past we have funded the trim-trail which is located on the playing field, the climbing equipment in the Reception play area, the staging and curtains for the hall, numeracy equipment, musical instruments, globes, book bags, picnic benches, additional chairs for the hall, playground equipment, theatre company visits and have subsidised school trips. This is just a start…..! The more help we have the more we can do.