ARPG CHARITY

ARPG COMMITTEE

Appleton Roebuck Preschool is operated by Appleton Roebuck Preschool Groups (“ARPG”), a Charitable Incorporated Organisation which is regulated by the Charity Commission. ARPG is responsible for the management of Preschool. Our Preschool Manager and team is supported by ARPG trustees as well as a dedicated Preschool Committee. All of our volunteer trustees and Preschool Committee are members of ARPG and most are parents of children who currently attend the setting.

ARPG is proud to be a member of the Early Years Learning Alliance and is committed to furthering its aims of supporting children’s learning through play and to empower families to become involved in their child’s learning and development. You can find out more here

Family membership of ARPG is available to all parents and guardians of children attending any group operated by ARPG. Affiliate membership is also available to anyone interested in furthering the interests of ARPG and we welcome applications from the wider community. If you would like to get involved or learn more, please do get in touch.

The Preschool Committee

The Preschool management committee is responsible for the day to day management of the setting. It has a Chairperson, Treasurer and Secretary who support Amy, the Preschool Manager.

Lynne Campbell Wilcock

Chair

I joined Appleton Roebuck Pre-School as a Trustee in 2024 and quickly discovered how rewarding it was to be part of such a wonderful setting. When the opportunity to become Chair arose, I didn’t hesitate to put myself forward. My family and I moved to the area in 2018, and since then we have become very much part of the local community. I am a proud parent of four children, and both of my daughters attended Appleton Roebuck Pre-School, so I have seen first-hand the positive impact the setting has on children and families. As Chair, I am passionate about supporting the Pre-School Management Team and Trustees to ensure we continue to provide a nurturing, engaging, and inspiring environment where children can thrive. I am proud to play a role in helping the Pre-School continue to be such an important part of our community.

Dale Boyson

Treasurer

I joined Appleton Roebuck Pre-School as a Trustee and Treasurer in 2022 while my son was attending the Pre-School. Living in the village with my family, I was keen to become more involved in supporting a setting that plays such an important role in our local community. As Treasurer, I enjoy using my skills and experience to help ensure the long-term sustainability of the Pre-School, allowing it to continue providing outstanding opportunities for local children and families. It is incredibly rewarding to be part of a dedicated team of Trustees and staff who are passionate about creating a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. I am proud to contribute to the continued success of Appleton Roebuck Pre-School and to support an organisation that has such a positive impact on the lives of young children and their families.

Sophie Ryley

Secretary

Having had a daughter attend Appleton Roebuck Pre-School and living locally, I was keen to stay involved with a setting that means so much to families within our community. When the opportunity arose to join the Trustee team as Secretary, it felt like a natural way to give something back. With a professional background in early years administration, I wanted to use my experience and organisational skills to support the Pre-School behind the scenes. I enjoy helping to ensure everything runs smoothly, from maintaining effective communication and governance processes to supporting the Trustees and Management Team in their important work. One of the things I value most about being involved with the Pre-School is seeing the positive impact it has on children as they begin their learning journey. It is a privilege to contribute to a setting that provides such a warm, welcoming, and enriching environment for local families, and I am proud to play a part in its continued success.

FUNDRAISING

As we are a registered charity, we are not a business operating for profit and as such, we try to keep our fees as low as possible. Our fees cover the day-to-day running costs, room hire, staffing, insurance and basic consumables

Sometimes we fundraise for specific things like play equipment but much of our fundraising ventures are about securing the longer term future of the Preschool Group.

Our income is dependent on the numbers of children who attend our sessions. At times though, the number of children in our area can be lower than at other times and this means our income reduces more than the associated costs. So we fundraise all year round, to ensure that we have sufficient funding, now and in the future, to carry on providing this quality and valued service at the heart of our community.

GET INVOLVED

We greatly value parental help to ensure the smooth running of our setting and any help, however large or small, is very much appreciated. We encourage parents/carers to take an active role by providing voluntary support where they can. Being involved in the setting gives you an insight into what we do, enables you to contribute your skills and experience and allows your child to see you in a different role. Parents of children attending our sessions are welcome to come to Trustee & Committee meetings. By attending these meetings you will get a clearer understanding of how we as a committee are working towards the aims of the Preschool and it will give you the opportunity to contribute ideas, support fundraising activities and ensure the future of this valuable local resource.

"Being chair of the committee is a really rewarding role. You find yourself getting involved with so many different things. I really enjoy putting my skills to good use with marketing and fundraising for the Preschool. We run some fantastic events within our local community, it feels like you are giving something back. I have also made some genuine friends through the role. It's great. Please support us if you can."

Kerry Perks

Previous Chair Person