The cost of new cricket wicket covers is £1900. We currently have saved £950 towards this project. The kids train at our grounds and we play junior cricket matches on a Monday and Friday evening. We prepare the grass, cut it very low and heavy roll it for the kids to play matches on. This wicket needs to remain dry and avoiding the rain and winds. If the forecast is rain we need to place these covers over the grass to make sure the kids have matches to play and we keep it dry. Recently in the high winds these covers, which have lasted 10 years, got badly damaged, buckled, 2 wheels have perished and the waterproof tops have become both ripped and are no longer waterproof. We had hoped to keep saving as we knew these would need replaced within 18 months. Sadly these need replaced now and ready for the new cricket season in March. We will repair the metal frames and wheels ourself the £1900 is just for the 3 waterproof sections that sit on top of the frames and protect the cricket wicket area.

Dreghorn Parent Council are very keen to enhance and develop additional opportunities and experiences for all the pupils at Dreghorn Primary. 

In March 2025 the school is putting on a performance of Annie this is a fantastic opportunity for all Primary 5 -7 pupils. 

There is always a buzz around school and with auditions and rehersals starting this week,  it's going to be an exciting 6 months. 

Through participation in Annie the children have the opportunity to develop their confidence. They will learn new skills in acting, singing, dancing, production, costume creation, make up and set design. So many options for as many children as possible to be involved in: a huge team effort. 

As they learn new skills they will improve their abilities and belief in themselves, a real chance to help nurture and support the wellbeing of our children. 

When asked about being part of the school show the children were bursting with enthusiasm. We were told " One of my favourite things to do is sing, it makes me feel happy" Another child said " I feel more confident in music and dancing so I am excited to show how good I can be because that doesn't always happen in class." 

Reflecting on a previous show one child remembered " Matilda was so fun and made me feel a real part of the school so I want to take part in the show again." 

We would like that same opportunity for lots of our children. Giving them the chance to fire up their imagination can be crucial in their development. We want to enhance their thinking, playing and learning. 

The £1000 budget will help fund many aspects of the production:  £250 for lighting, £250 for costumes, £250 for set design, and £250 for sound to name but a few of the costs incurred. 

The children are at the heart of the production raising their voices performing to a packed audience over 2 nights. Aswell as the on stage dramatics they will also be involved in advertising and programme production and children will select guests of honour to invite to their show. 

Due to the cost of living crisis many children do not have the same opportunities to attend expensive dance,drama and singing classes out with school. Our statistics show us that currently 71% of pupils in P5-7 reside within Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD) levels 1-4. Therefore by supporting the show our aim is regardless of background and financial situation all pupils will have the opportunity to participate. 

We want as many of our children to say 

"The show is a big part of school life and its so fun" Singing and dancing help me feel happy and clear my head. I would love to have a part to build my confidence."

We really appreciate and value your assistance to help us support our stars of the show. 

Teamwork is essential in Girl Guiding, as it fosters collaboration, communication, and mutual support among young women, empowering them to achieve common goals while building essential life skills. Through shared experiences in activities, projects, and leadership roles, girls learn the value of diverse perspectives and collective problem-solving, which not only enhances their confidence but also prepares them to navigate both their personal and professional futures. By emphasizing cooperation and solidarity, Girl Guiding nurtures a strong sense of community among young women, inspiring them to become proactive, resilient leaders who can make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. 

Team-building trips for Brownies are essential as they foster a sense of belonging, enhance social skills, and build camaraderie among the girls. These experiences facilitate cooperation and communication, teaching them how to work together towards common goals while having fun. Engaging in outdoor activities and challenges strengthens friendships, boosts self-confidence, and encourages resilience. Additionally, such trips allow Brownies to develop problem-solving skills in a supportive environment, contributing to their overall personal growth and instilling values of teamwork and leadership.

Annual costs 

Hall - £88

Crafts - £300

Science centre sleepover trip 

Cost per girl/leader - £30

20 Brownies - 4 Leaders - £720

Irvine sea cadets current classroom has been destroyed due to weather conditions last year. As a non profit and only funded by donations we are looking to remove and replace the old classroom and build a new one. Irvine Sea Cadets currently have around 25-30 cadets who require training at different levels to progress.  The cadets will do as much work as they can with support from volunteers and donations of work people's time. Costing will cover some of the price for removal of old unit which is around, £5000 some paint for the inside when the classroom is ready £100 and some tools to complete the job 

The parent council, have worked closely with the pupils of Lawthorn Primary to discuss the issues surrounding road safety in the local area.  Within the school there are representatives that are Junior Road Safety Officers (JRSO) who consult the other young people on issues relating to safe travel in the surrounding community area.  The school has 284 pupils that travel from Girdle Toll area/ Montgomerie Park.  The young people have told us that they feel unsafe when not traveling to school by car.  We have a very small carpark, and surrounding areas has narrow roads where during pick up and drop off both sides of the road are filled with parked cars making it unsafe for young people to cross.   Health and wellbeing is so important for our young people, being able to exercise whilst traveling to and from school safely increases physical health but also wellbeing, being outdoors, meeting friends and traveling together whilst also learning invaluable skills like road safety and independent travel.  The JRSO would also like to do more initiatives from points in the community including walking buses and cycle to school programmes.  Reducing car pick up and drop off also works towards the councils target of tackling climate change and young people leading the way in climate action. The JRSO have asked young people what they would like to see and they have asked for £1268.48 (inclusive of VAT)

This money would buy:

• A banner 8ft x 1ft no parking on zig zags
• ‘No parking’ sign for lamppost 
• 4 parking dummies (2 drop off only, 2 no parking on zig zags)
• Traffic cones no parking x 6
• 2 pavement signs (parking here may endanger your child's life).

These items will:

• Discourage people from parking in the drop off bay and unsafe manoeuvring in the area.
• Remind parents and carers not to park or stop for picks ups keeping the area clear for safe travel in front of the school gates.
• Create safe crossing for children and young people.

The young people involved in the project said “We feel that this would be a great chance for us and the parent council to help us in our goal of encouraging more young people and families to travel safely, help the environment and improve our wellbeing.  The parent council have listened to what we need, and we have really enjoyed being part of this application.”

By voting for this bid it ensures that UNCRCs Article 31 ‘A right to play’ gives young people the feeling of safety going to and from school in ways that they associate with play and connecting with others.

We are a non profit and self funded ever expanding youth darts academy and our members have grown considerably since January we currently have a waiting list of 10 youths awaiting a space at NADA.  We are always needing new dart boards due to the numbers of children using them, we also host Scottish ranking competitions throughout the year and need top of the range boards for these dsays.  We pride ourselves on supplying the necessary equipment to youths who may not be able to afford them such as sets of darts, cases, shirts and stems/flights.

8 x Winmau Blade 6 dart boards(£64.99 each)

5 shirts (Various sizes) £20 each

Sets of darts, Stems, flights

We are hoping to arrange sports coaching sessions for our young people at The Portal in Irvine. We are also hoping to arrange a visit to Bouncestation - a local play and activity centre. We think it is really important to promote positive physical and mental health in young people who are struggling to cope with the challenges that Tourette's bring. Tourette Syndrome is a complex neurological condition. Many of our young people suffer from social isolation; difficulties at school; judgement from others; dealing with regular health-related appointments; and various other challenges. Our group, based in Irvine, is a safe space for young people - and their families - to meet in person with other young people living with Tourette's. We offer arts and crafts, sporting games and board games at our regular meetings. The aim of our group is to have everyone feel included, supported and understood. 

We are hoping to put on six sports sessions throughout the year in addition to our support meetings at Bridgegate in Irvine. 

Cost to hire out Portal space and a sports coach - £100 per session. 

Cost to take 20 participants to Bouncestation - £310

Cost to cater sporting events - £90

Total cost: £100 x 6 = £600

                                   £310

                                   £90

                                                 =              £1000

At Project Progress our Young Leaders are dedicated to making change in their community by educating other young people on how to deal with and counteract bigotry and discrimination when they see it happening. By using their voices in leading interactive workshops within local community groups, and also beginning to develop a training toolkit, they are already making great headway with this three year project.

Creativity is embedded in our work at Project Progress, our young people have taken a great interest in trying processes such as printmaking, cyanotypes and photography. 

We would like to apply for £1000 for materials to continue providing the workshops we do. We would like to purchase art materials to replenish the ones we have already used in our workshops and also allow us to experiment with new media that our young leaders might not have had the chance to try yet. Once our Young Leaders have gone through the process of experimentation, we intend to roll youth led workshops out to young people across the Irvine area. we believe our approach to youth devised and led creative experiences is unique within North Ayrshire and the funds available through this PB would support the ambition of our young people to engage with more of their peers.