Welcome to STRS PA
The PA exists to raise money, which is passed on to the school in the form of Grants. Each Grant Application is considered by the PA and approved or declined, depending on whether it meets the criteria set out in our Constitution.
Details of our achievements can be obtained from the Chairman’s Reports (click for latest) for each academic year.
PA Meetings are held around 6-8 times a year and take place in the school’s Staff Room (directions). They are usually held on a Tuesday evening and start at 7pm. Where possible, we like to finish by 8.30pm. Dates for meetings can be found on the PA Calendar or can be obtained from the PA Secretary.
The meetings aim to be structured yet informal. We always work to a pre-set Agenda. All parents are very welcome to attend the meetings. It is an ideal opportunity to find out what is happening within the school and to meet other parents. I promise you that we’re a friendly PA.
We run a variety of events throughout the year, to raise funds e.g. a Christmas Fayre, and a BBQ at Sports Day. We also have a 100 Club. In addition, we sell Uniforms and Nearly New Uniforms which offers parents an economic way to purchase items of uniform whilst at the same time earning the PA a small commission.
As you can imagine, we need all the helpers we can get. If you would like to add your name to the list of ‘Willing Helpers’, please e-mail the PA Chair
When we need help, we simply e-mail everyone on the list and those who can help respond to the e-mail. We do not put pressure on people, or inundate them with e-mails and we certainly won’t pass your details on to any third parties.
We hope you will enjoy your association with Sir Thomas Rich’s School. If you have any questions you think the PA may be able to help you with, please don’t hesitate to contact the secretary or chair.
If you would like more information email info@strs-pa.org.uk