AGENDA – We did it!
‘Being located in the heart of Kew, learning about plants plays an important part in our science and art curriculum.’ We planted the trees on a beautiful sunny day.
Members of staff set the tables up, and the PSA organised the workforce. Some people brought their own spades and we set out extra tools and trees, and made tags for the children to write their names on. Our local Sainsbury’s donated activity kits containing a selection of items including a magnifying glass that the children could use to explore the earth. The PSA also provided an ice-cream van to
draw the children in and keep the parents topped up with teas and coffees. At that time on a Saturday, there’s a football club on our AstroTurf pitch, so they got extra business from those parents too. The PSA made ten per cent of all sales.
The kids had a wonderful time getting their hands dirty. My son put himself in charge of the water – he was only six at the time, but he worked really hard and filled up all the watering cans. We allocated a separate space to a family who were shielding so they could participate too. Everyone loves seeing the trees and watching them grow. ‘The trees will benefit the children of today and the future, through increasing oxygen, combating pollution and providing a green space to play in,’ say our co-chairs. Rebecca Geitgey, PSA chair, Queen’s CofE Primary School, Kew (400 pupils)
Our school site is relatively new and the school were keen to use the trees to create a privacy screen
‘Our outdoor instruments add an extra dimension to playtime’
The school tends to take the lead on big proposals, and when the PTA suggested a big, standalone project, they asked for large outdoor musical instruments to enhance the playground. We applied to the Co-op Local
Community Fund (
causes.coop.co. uk) after hearing about it from a local playgroup. We were chosen as one of their causes and eventually awarded over £9,800. To the delight of all involved, the instruments were installed over the next few months by Percussion Play and Playdale.
We have five instruments in
the playground: samba drums, a wooden xylophone bench, cowbells, chimes and drums. We also have smaller pieces that can be brought out if the children want to use them. During Covid restrictions we had
six bubbles and divided the playground up to restrict contact. Our outdoor instruments gave pupils a way to express their feelings. Louanne Roberts, PTA treasurer, St Aidan’s C of E Academy, Skelmanthorpe, near Huddersfield (180 pupils)
14 SUMMER 2022
pta.co.uk
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