How you can help out

There are many ways you can help the PTFA, whether you have lots of time to offer or not.

  • Volunteer

    There are many ways you can get involved with the PTFA that don’t have to be time consuming! You help out with Treat Fridays at the end of the school day, sell raffle tickets at an event or get involved in one of the events we organise (Colour Run, Christmas Jumper Sale, Christmas Tree Festival, Summer Festival). Read more about event volunteering below.

  • Become a committee member

    The PTFA committee meets regularly to organise events and fundraising. Having a few extra people on the committee helps to divide up tasks and get more done for the school. The amount of time you commit to the PTFA is up to you, but every extra pair of hands really does make a difference. Email ptfa@hall-orchard.leics.sch.uk to find out more.

Ways you can help:

  • Event set up and clear down team - the serious stage hands.

  • Raffle prize collectors - got the gift of the gab?

  • Event helpers - running a stall, face painting, tattoo or henna, game operators, tea makers, star bakers!

  • Graphic designers for posters and flyers - creative cools.

  • Those with grant application experience - form filling fabulousness.

  • Performers - could you run an adult class, pub quiz, be Santa or his elf?! Fame but without the money.

  • Events first aid - rarely needed but oh so helpful!

  • Website administrator - no specific experience needed, just some imagination!

And you can always support PTFA events by simply turning up.

Support our events 

In the past, we have run Christmas discos, a stand at the Barrow Christmas street market, Treat Fridays, a Rainbow raffle, and our Summer Festival. All the funds raised have been used to support the children and school. We always need more vounteers to support with organising these events. We are also open to any new events that you would like to organise, as well as being keen for local businesses and employers to sponsor our events. Please get in touch with your ideas or questions by contacting ptfa@hall-orchard.leics.sch.uk. 

We also always need volunteers to help out at our events.

Our latest sponsors

Thank you to all our Summer Festival sponsors:

The Dogs Pub Company have also generously sponsored our Colour Fun Run and Obstacle Course. They have four fantastic pubs in Barrow upon Soar and Quorn - the Hunting Lodge, the Soar Bridge Inn, The White Hart Inn Quorn and The Apple Tree in Quorn. Each offer a unique and distinctive experience, you’re truly spoilt for choice. Whether you’re after a cosy drink or a delicious bite to eat, they’ve got something special waiting for you.

Jellie Crafts bring charm and creativity to this year’s festival. Beautiful hand-painted crafts and toys, lovingly made with care and attention to detail. All toys are fully UKCA/CE tested, ensuring they meet current safety standards – so you can shop with confidence. Find out more on Facebook.

Willow Business Services

DH Consultant Engineering offer a highly professional, personal and collaborative approach to building services design. Offering a full promise of quality and efficiency whatever stage of the building lifecycle. Find out more at https://dh-ce.co.uk/index.html

Rossells Security sponsored our Colour Fun Run and Obstacle Course, as well as this year’s Summer Festival. Established in 1928 as a small, family-run locksmiths, Rossells has grown into a trusted name in security solutions. Today, they offer a wide range of specialist services to homes, businesses, public sector organisations and national facilities management groups. Find out more at www.rossells.co.uk.

Sytner BMW Leicester provide everything from new car sales to experienced BMW aftercare. Sytner Leicester is perfectly placed for all your BMW needs. Our state-of-the-art showroom on Meridian Business Park offers a comfortable and relaxed environment for all our customers. Find out more at https://www.sytnerleicesterbmw.co.uk/

Sytner MINI Leicester offer iconic style, exciting performance and the future of electric driving. From new and approved used models to expert servicing and genuine MINI parts, their friendly team is on hand to keep you moving in style. Find out more at www.sytner.co.uk/mini 

Three Nuns is located in the centre of Loughborough, this traditional pub is known for its great entertainment, good value and tasty food and a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Find out more at https://www.facebook.com/ThreeNuns

Wood n Brush Co specialise in transforming vintage furniture into stunning bespoke pieces — with a particular focus on Stag Minstrel bedroom sets, Old Charm wardrobes, chests of drawers, bedside tables, dressing tables, and ornate French Rococo mirrors. With endless combinations and expert guidance, your furniture will be as unique as your home. Find out more at https://www.woodnbrush.co.uk/

Lisa Hibberd - Money Saving with Uw. Looking to cut your energy bills — or even get them completely free? Lisa Hibberd, your local UW Partner, can help you unlock real savings and exclusive offers. Or try the UW Cashback Card and earn while you shop. Find out more on Facebook.

And a huge thank you to Geary’s Bakery for generously providing us with 300 burger buns for the Summer Festival! Your support helps make our event a success (and keeps everyone well-fed!). We’re so grateful!. Find out more at www.gearysbakeries.co.uk.