The Yoredale Schools Parents, Teachers and Friends Association (PTFA) is a friendly group of people working towards a common goal – to support the enrichment of the children of our schools and strengthen the school community.

The PTFA is run by a committee consisting of a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer.  The current Committee, appointed in July 2025, consists of:

Katie Seal & Emma Teasdale, Co-Chairs
Lynsey Dinsdale, Treasurer
Davinia Woodhouse, Secretary
Dianne Fawcett

To raise funds we have:

Organised a colour run. Opened a second hand uniform shop. Organised car boot sales. Run events like an online quiz, Pumpkin Disco, World Book Day Hot Chocolate Night.

…and paid for things like:

Christmas pantomime. Easter eggs. Mud kitchens at Bainbridge. Gardening at Askrigg. Transport for curriculum enhancement and residential trips.

Everyone’s Invited

If you have a child at BAWB, you’re automatically a member of the PTFA. And if you don’t, you can still be a member! How involved you are is up to you. We meet once each half term and would love to see you! Get to know other parents and staff and more about how our school community works together.

It’s great for the kids (even if they don’t realise it)

When our children see us involved at their school and in their learning, it encourages them to do their best. Being active in the PTFA improves our school and makes you an excellent role model.

It won’t take over your life (unless you want it to)

Join a meeting. Buy a raffle ticket. Donate to the uniform shop. Come to an event. Design a poster. Whatever your skills or availability, it all helps.