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Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps)

Also known as: St Thomas' Cep School Association

Fundraising for our school, running events for the children and the parents, to build a social community within the school's family and the local community. Events include the May Fair, children's disco, cake sales, raffles, quiz night, cheese and wine evening, children's crafts and recycling schemes.

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Activities & Mission

Fundraising for our school, running events for the children and the parents, to build a social community within the school's family and the local community. Events include the May Fair, children's disco, cake sales, raffles, quiz night, cheese and wine evening, children's crafts and recycling schemes.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£24,946
Latest Expenditure
£16,356

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 65.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 65.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£24,946
£16,3560 / 12
2023
£27,926
£30,5090 / 12
2022
£28,748
£5,3330 / 12
2020
£10,141
£20,5310 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps)

What does Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) do?

Fundraising for our school, running events for the children and the parents, to build a social community within the school's family and the local community. Events include the May Fair, children's disco, cake sales, raffles, quiz night, cheese and wine evening, children's crafts and recycling schemes.

How much income did Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) report in 2024?

Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) reported total income of £25k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) registered as a charity?

Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 February 2001 as charity number 1085037. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps)?

Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Oliver Fairhurst. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) operate?

Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Groombridge Primary School (fgps) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1085037.

Details

Address
St. Thomas C Of E Primary School
Corseley Road
Groombridge
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Kent
TN3 9SF
Registration Date
15 February 2001
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3979032
Charity Number
1085037

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Trustees

Oliver Fairhurst Chair
Eleanor Theobald
Jade Fairhurst
Steve Harris

Also Known As

  • St Thomas' Cep School Association

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