Fundraising for iPads

In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, technology plays a crucial role in enhancing learning experiences and preparing our children for the future.  However, the current financial climate in education presents significant challenges.  Budget constraints and limited funding mean that schools often struggle to provide the necessary resources to support innovative teaching methods.

At Tividale Community Primary School, we are committed to offering our children the best possible education.  We love to integrate modern technology into our classrooms.  We know iPads are powerful tools that can transform learning, making it more interactive, engaging, and personalised.  They enable students to access a wealth of information, collaborate with peers, and develop essential digital skills.  We are lucky to have some iPads currently in school, they are used continually and we need to raise money to purchase more.

By equipping our children with iPads, our school would be providing them with a powerful tool to overcome barriers to learning, ultimately empowering them to reach their full potential.  P Dosanjh, Headteacher

Unfortunately, our current budget does not allow us to purchase these devices.  This is why we are reaching out to our community for support.  By fundraising for iPads, we can ensure that more of our children have access to the technology they need in their lessons. Your contributions will directly impact our children's learning experiences, helping them to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

We believe that together, we can make a difference. Your generosity will help bridge the gap between our aspirations and our resources, providing our children with the tools they need to excel. Thank you for your support!

Why iPads?

iPads can be customised with apps and settings tailored to the individual needs of each children, allowing for a more personalised approach to learning.  Whether it is through speech-to-text software, visual aids, or specialised learning apps, iPads can accommodate for different learning styles.

Interactive apps and educational games can capture the attention of children, particularly those who may find traditional learning methods challenging. The iPad's interactive nature encourages participation, fostering greater motivation and involvement in their education.

For pupils with speech or language impairments, iPads can be used as a communication tool through communication apps. This can help them express themselves more easily and participate in class discussions.

iPads can also aid teachers by offering them a variety of tools to monitor progress, provide individualised lessons, and adapt content to better suit children's needs, improving overall educational outcomes.

How can you help?

• Spread the Word: Share information about our fundraising campaign with friends, family, and colleagues. The more people know about our cause, the more support we can gather.  Share this website link so they can get all the information they need.

• Contribute: donate to our iPad Fund on ParentPay - every little helps

• Corporate Sponsorships: Reach out to your workplace or local businesses to see if they would be willing to sponsor our campaign or match donations.

• Donating unused devices: Consider donating your old iPad when you update yours - at school we would need iPad 6 and above to be able run relevant updates and applications.

• Communicate with us: Let us know of any businesses you think would be able to help us by purchasing an iPad to donate to us or donating money to our fund.  We will contact the business with a fundraising email.  If the business chooses to support the fundraising appeal then we will share this on our website and with local media to show our thanks.
• Support fundraising events: We will continue to run fundraising events at school - please continue to support these by following any instructions given for the event.

Fundraising Contacts

To get in touch regarding any of the above please email lfindon@tividale-pri.sandwell.sch.uk.

How much have we raised so far?

Fundraising Progress