Old Palace PTA

If you are a parent, carer or staff member of Old Palace of John Whitgift School then you automatically become a part of the Parent Teachers’ Association (PTA).  

If you are interested in becoming more involved in your PTA but you’d like information or a “no obligation” chat contact us via PTA@oldpalace.croydon.sch.uk .  We welcome and encourage everyone to get involved in a fun way that fits with your interests and existing commitments.

Most Recent Event: Spring Dance
On 10th February 2012 we ended the term with a high energy, popcorn spilling Spring Dance for Years 3-5. It was headlined by a great live performance by senior girl’s who performed their own material as well as popular songs with equal professionalism and much acclaim!

Next PTA Uniform Shop:
Mon 25 June at 6.30-7.30pm

The nearly New Uniform Sale run by the PTA will take place in Shah PE, Seniors, on the Year 7 Induction Evening.


Forthcoming events

If you are interested in any of the events, please contact Mrs Rayner at Old Palace Juniors for further details and ticket information.

Molton Brown Luxury Pamper Sessions
Friday, 25 May (12.00-15.00) Small Hall, Juniors.  Tickets £10

Extreme Activity & Self Discovery Day
Saturday, 9 June (09.30-18.00) at Life Discovery, Salfords, Surrey.  Tickets £38

Wine & Chocolate Nirvana
Friday, 15 June (18.30-20.30) in the main assembly hall at Juniors. Tickets £25

The Old Palace PTA Summer Fun Day - Palace Olympics
Saturday, 30 June (12.00-16.00) at Juniors. Tickets £2.50 (Children under
3 enter free).

Volunteers urgently required.Please volunteer an hour of your time in return for a fantastic fun filled day.



The PTA Committee listed below have agreed to act as stakeholder representatives [(P) denotes parent//carer and (S) denotes staff]

Chairperson
Althea Johnson (P)

Deputy Chair
Rebecca Paulraj (P)

Secretary
Monica Vergara (P)

Volunteer Coordinator / Deputy Secretary
Jeneh Burns (P)

Treasurer
Steve Stuart (P)

Web Master
Shereen Brown (P)

Committee Members
Daniela Biancchi (P), Caroline Block (S), Fatima Chen (P), Alison Frost (S/P), Pete Holliday (S), Claire Jeffries (P) , Stella Olatidoye (P), Alpa Shah (P)

School Liaison
Geraldine Talleux (S/P)

The PTA are:

Committed to the values and support of Old Palace of John Whitgift School

Able to work effectively as a member of a team

Prepared to devote the necessary time, effort and commitment to the role

Willing to speak our minds and inject “fun” into what we do

Operate sound judgement based on our own experience - professional, personal as well as from listening to others

Able to think creatively to develop the works and effectiveness of the PTA

Understand and accept of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of operating board membership

Ability to display seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.