Ermysted's WISH LIST 2025

The Staff at Ermysted's have again identified a Wish List of items that they would love to purchase to enrich our young learners' educational journeys - but the school's budget won't stretch that far. The school needs your help in raising money to bridge the funding gap.

Grammar schools in England hold a unique position within the educational landscape. Despite their reputation for excellence, grammar schools are currently facing significant funding challenges. Due to its geographical location and designation, Ermysted’s is funded at the minimum level and attracts only very limited amounts of additional revenue streams. Core funding per pupil in North Yorkshire was increased in 2024/25 by 1.9% at the end of a year in when inflation has been running at up to 11%. This funding shortfall is a pressing issue for Ermysted’s to ensure the school can continue to provide the highest quality education and environment to support the learning journeys of our young people.

To address some of the funding shortfall, the Ermysted’s Friends Association are continually raising funds. We do this through social acitvities, raffles, supporting the Music Performances, bag packing, organising the group photographs, the Lottery, 'EasyFundraising', supporting a team for the Santa Fun Run....and we are always open to other ideas.

This donation Platform has been set up so you can contribute directly to our cause - see details below. Every penny counts and goes directly to the school and towards the items on the list.

How you can help

1. Make a direct donation: Visit the donation platform and make a contribution. No amount is too small, and every donation is greatly appreciated. Please see the wish list below, and if you can afford to cover the cost of a single item, we would welcome your donation for that specific amount: https://easydonate.org/ERMYWISH

2. Spread the Word: Help us spread the word about our fundraising efforts. Share our WISH LIST campaign on social media, talk to your friends and family, and encourage others to support our cause.

3. Please follow our Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/ErmystedsFA

4. Join us at an event, or Volunteer: Offer your time and skills to help organise and run our future fundraising events or campaigns. Your involvement can make a significant difference. Please send an email to the Ermysteds Friends Association at : efa@ermysteds.uk.

With your help, the school can continue to provide an exceptional education and a supportive, enriching environment for all our young learners. Thank you for your generosity and support!

THE WISH LIST 2025
Our teachers have identified several key resources that will significantly benefit our students:

PE : Replacement of exercise bikes x 2 : £2000

DT : Mobile Dust Extraction Unit : £6000

DT : Desktop Laser Cutter : £2000

DT : CNC Router : £6000

DT : Vacuum Former : £5300

DT : Strip Heater : £450

DT : VexV5 Robot : £650

Library : Books for Carnegie Challenge : £500

Library : Mobile Paperback Spinners x 2 : £550

Library : Display Boards x 2 : £400

Science : Microscopes : £1900

Science : Eye piece Cameras x 2 : £130

Science : LED Lamps x 16 : £480

Music : Pedal Timpani x 2 : £2-4000

English : GCSE English Theatre Company plays x 2 : £2000

English : Lower School Reading Initiative : £1000

English : Shakespeare School Foundation Festival : £1650

Geography : Field Trip Rucksacks x 2 : £110

Geography : Compasses x 16 : £165

Geography : Tape Measures x 10 : £170

Maths : UKMT Books x 18 : £350

Gardening Club : Pond Liner, Mini Greenhouse & Compost : £85