Townley Grammar · Parents & Friends Association · Charity 1212663
Small association. Big difference.
We're the parent-led charity behind Townley Grammar School. Everything we raise — through donations, events and sponsorships — goes straight back to the students, as books, equipment, experiences and opportunities.
Who we are
Parents and friends, working for our students
The Townley Parents & Friends Association (PFA) is a registered charity run entirely by volunteers. We work in partnership with the school to provide the activities, equipment and experiences that enrich every student's education — the extras that budgets alone can't always stretch to.
We're a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, which simply means we're an independent charity in our own right, governed by a committee of parents and accountable to the Charity Commission. You don't need to be on the committee to make a difference — donating, coming to an event, or passing on outgrown uniform all add up.
More about us
Your money at work
What your support pays for
We fund things right across the school — wherever a department or a group of students needs a hand. Recent examples include:
Transport & big projects
Game-changing items the school couldn't fund alone — like our new minibus, by far the largest grant we've ever made.
Science equipment
Microscopes and kits so every class can get hands-on with practical science.
Library & books
Fresh, diverse titles and reading-for-pleasure books chosen by students.
Music & arts
Instruments and materials that open up ensembles, exhibitions and the arts.
Sport & enrichment
Team kit and equipment for fixtures, clubs and Sports Day.
Your support at work
Real grants, real impact
Everything we raise goes back to Townley Grammar students. Since 2025 the PFA has given the school £45,185 across 13 grants — from science equipment to library books.
- £15,995 — Minibus (Head Teacher)
- £8,500 — Film/Media computers (Whole school and Film/Media)
- £7,400 — 27 Windows Laptops and 3 Charging Caddies for DT and Engineering (Design and Technology and Engineering)
How you can help
Four easy ways to support the PFA
Donate
Give once or monthly — fee-free by bank transfer, or by card. Add Gift Aid for 25% more.
How to donateSponsor
Businesses and individuals can back our general fund or a specific project.
Become a sponsorBuy pre-loved uniform
Great-value second-hand uniform that saves families money and cuts waste.
Visit the shopJoin us
Membership is free and open to everyone. Come to a meeting or lend a hand at an event.
Join the PFAFor local businesses
Partner with the Townley PFA
We welcome sponsorship from local businesses and individuals — whether you'd like to support our general fund or back a specific grant or project that matters to you. It's a meaningful way to invest in your community and reach hundreds of local families.
General or earmarked
Give where it's needed most, or choose a cause — a department, a trip, a piece of equipment. We'll tell you exactly what your support achieved.
Save the date
What's on
Come along, lend a hand, and help us raise the funds that make the grants possible.
Second-Hand Uniform Sale
Stock up on good-quality pre-loved uniform at a fraction of the price — Saturday 4 July, 11am–1pm in the Main Hall.
11JULTownley Summer Fair
Our biggest day of the year — stalls, games, food, music and the legendary cake tent. Everyone welcome.
18JUL11+ Familiarisation Exams
A realistic 11+ practice paper under exam conditions — taking the fear out of the real thing, and raising funds for the school.
Be part of it
However you choose to help — a one-off gift, a monthly standing order, an hour at the Summer Fair — you're directly improving the school day for every Townley student.