Friends of The Misbourne

MORE THAN A PTA

BEHIND THE SCENES, BEYOND THE CLASSROOM. We are a passionate community of parents, carers and staff dedicated to bridging the gap between big ideas and reality. Together, we raise vital funds, build lasting connections, and champion our teenagers through their most transformative years.

Meet the FOTM team:

• Chairperson: Michelle Shohba
• Vice Chair: Katie Thorpe
• Secretary: Laila White
• Treasurer: Mark Bragg
• Pre-loved Uniform Shop: Sarah Ross
• School Lottery: Kerry Butt
• Raffle Organisation: Paula Bennett
• Bag2School: Jane Bragg
• Communications: Jackie Davidge

What we do...

• run a pre-loved uniform shop
• organise a clothes recycling drive 
• host a Year 7 Disco 
• sell doughnuts at the end of term
• assist the annual Trail Run fundraising event
• run raffles and a lottery
• support school productions
• host annual seasonal events, and so much more...

With the money raised we've...

• purchased a second school minibus
• bought books for Y7 & Y8 students
• funded Y11 prizes
• provided rewards for students in each year group
• purchased cameras for the Art department

Call for Volunteers

We'll keep you updated on all latest news and events through social media and the weekly Families' Bulletin. Our community relies on wonderful people like you, so we encourage everyone to get involved. Got a fantastic fundraising idea or a bit of free time to share? Please get in touch—we’d love to hear from you!

Contact us: friends@themisbourne.co.uk 

Follow us: www.facebook.com/groups/friendsofthemisbourne

Pre-loved Uniform Shop

We run a pre-loved uniform shop, selling good-quality uniform at budget-friendly prices.  All donations are gratefully appreciated. To donate, please deliver unnamed, clean items to reception - for attention of FOTM. The pre-loved uniform shop is open, during term time, on a Wednesday @ 2:15pm in the library. 

To check stock availability, or to enquire about an item, please email preloveduniform@themisbourne.co.uk

Payment can be made to:

Account: The Misbourne PTA

Sort Code: 30-93-67

Account Number: 00029149

Friends of The Misbourne is a registered charity - no. 801217

Clothes Recycling Drive with Bag2School

We are working with a local clothes recycling company to help raise funds for our school through textile recycling. We run our clothes drives on specific days throughout the year and we would love your support. Are you able to donate your unworn, gently used or new clothing to those in need? We recycle all types of clothes, paried shoes, handbags, hats, bags, scarves & ties, bras, jewlerry, belts and socks. Donations can be dropped off at reception - please bring items in a marked bag labelled for attention of FOTM clothes recycling

Your School Lottery 

To buy your tickets, visit www.yourschoollottery.co.uk/lottery/school/the-misbourne. By signing up for just £1 a week, you will not only be raising funds for the school but you’ll also be in with a chance of winning cash prizes including a £25K Jackpot.

How does it work:

• Pick any 6 numbers between 0 and 9
• One lucky player will take home a cash reward
• You have the chance to scoop the £25,000 jackpot!
• Tickets cost £1 per week
• All money raised goes straight back to supporting our students
• The draw takes place every Saturday at 8pm
• Winners are notified by email
• Prizes are paid straight into your account
• Sign up online with a Direct Debit or Debit card

Easyfundraising 

We turn your daily shopping into free donations!

easyfundraising partners with over 8,000 retailers who will donate part of what you spend to a cause of your choice. It won't cost you any extra. The cost is covered by the retailer.  Retailers pay us a commission because when you start your shop from the easyfundraising website or app, they can see we sent you to them. If you make a purchase, a commission is generated, and we turn that into a donation! No extra cost, no extra effort.There are no catches or hidden charges and The Misbourne will be really grateful for your support. 

UK taxpayers registering with easyfundraising to support The Misbourne will also have the opportunity to opt-in to Gift Aid. This enables the school to reclaim the tax paid on your donations, maximizing the impact of your support at absolute no extra cost to you.

It's as easy as 1, 2, 3...

1          Head to www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/misbournepta and join for free.

2          Every time you shop online, go to easyfundraising first to find the site you want and start shopping.

3          After you’ve checked out, that retailer will make a donation to The Misbourne for no extra cost whatsoever.

We’d love it if you could spread the word to friends and family, too.

Thank you in advance for your wonderful support in growing our community