Committee

Our Committee

Manthorpe Preschool Playgroup is a registered charity (Charity Number: 1035915) and is overseen by a voluntary committee. This committee is made up of current and former parents, as well as members of the local community, all of whom play an important role in the ongoing success of the Playgroup.

The committee works closely with the Manager and is involved in the day-to-day decision-making and strategic direction of the Playgroup.

A full list of committee members and a copy of our Constitution are available on the Playgroup Noticeboard.

Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Our AGM is held annually, and all parents and carers of currently enrolled children are warmly invited to attend.

At the AGM:

Parents can stand for election to become Committee Officers, such as Chairperson, Treasurer, or Secretary
You may also join the committee as an Ordinary Member—either at the AGM or at any point throughout the year

All committee members are required to undergo a DBS check, completed through Ofsted.

What the Committee Does

The committee plays a vital role in the running of the Playgroup, including:

Managing finances
Acting as employers to Playgroup staff
Organising fundraising events, trips, and children’s parties
Serving as official Trustees of the charity with the Charity Commission

To learn more about the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of committee members, please refer to the Playgroup Constitution, available upon request.

Get Involved

Joining the committee is a great way to get more involved in your child’s early years experience and to support your local community.

If you're interested in joining or would simply like more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’d love to hear from you!