Parent Teacher Association

The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is open to all parents with children at Derby Grammar School. It is an active body made up of both parents and teachers who come together to support the best interests of the school. 

Often this involves organising important fundraising events and activities to ensure our pupils have access to the very best facilities and resources. In recent past, the PTA has managed to achieve a number of its goals, and our pupils have benefited from:

• A mixing desk for school plays
• A shed for Forest School equipment
• Donations to Greenpower to support the development of a second car and a branded trailer to transport the two Formula 24 cards together and also camping equipment for Duke of Edinburgh.
• Supporting the Robotics Club with the Tech First Competition
• A refurbished summerhouse which is now used as a gym for Sixth Formers
• A bike shelter
• An additional mini bus which facilitates more trips and sports fixtures
• A brand-new portable sound system, outdoor benches, additional staging, playground and sports equipment

Some of our largest PTA fundraising events in which take place each academic year are:

• August/September: First Saturday in term, Cross Country and Tug of War (food and refreshments provided)
• November: Fireworks
• January: Jazz Night
• June: Summer Fete
• Second-hand uniform sales

The PTA always support on Open Days throughout the year - come and see us if you'd like to join, as we always welcome new parents seeking to get more involved in school life. Fiona James is our current Chair of the PTA Committee. Meetings are friendly and informal but very productive – if you would like to attend any future meetings, please contact [email protected]

You can support us by donating part of your shopping spend to the DGS PTA by signing up to Easy Fundraising.  This doesn't cost any extra to you.  Find out more here.

STIKINS Name Labels (no ironing or sewing!) - Highly recommended by our PTA and if you purchase via them using our code 35859, the PTA will receive 30% commission on all orders.  See the STIKINS Website or attached flyer.