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2025-08-31-accounts

Ysgol Y Deri Trustees’ Annual Report

September 2024 to August 2025

Issued: Draft - November 2025

1. Introduction

The Trustees of Ysgol Y Deri Parents and Teachers Association (hereafter referred to as YYD PTA) are pleased to present their annual report together with the financial statements for the year ended 31[st] August, 2025. The report complies with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity Commission’s Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), and the governing document of the charity.

2. Structure, Governance, and Management

YYD PTA is a registered charity, governed by a constitution established to promote education and provide support and opportunities to the students of Ysgol Y Deri. The Trustees are responsible for ensuring the charity operates within its legal framework and pursues its charitable objectives.

Appointment of Trustees

Trustees are appointed in accordance with the provisions of the governing document. New trustees are selected based on their skills, experience, and commitment to the charity’s aims. Induction training is provided to ensure trustees understand their legal responsibilities and the specific objectives of the charity. There are currently four Trustees; Christopher Britten, Claire Gould, Claire Cummings and Christopher Rees.

Decision-Making and Risk Management

The trustees meet monthly together with the volunteer members to discuss the charity’s activities, financial performance, and strategic direction.

3. Objectives and Activities

The primary objective of YYD PTA is to provide vital support to a wide and diverse range of differently able pupils who attend Ysgol Y Deri. We are devoted to providing a caring and equitable body that delivers a meaningful and inclusive environment for each and every pupil within the school. Our activities will endeavor;

In accordance with the Charity Commission’s guidance, the trustees have taken into account the public benefit requirement in planning and carrying out the charity’s activities.

4. Achievements and Performance

During the year, YYD PTA made significant progress in supporting the school and its students. Key achievements include:

5. Financial Review

Income

The charity’s total income for the year was £45,218 derived primarily from donations, fundraising events of note the Ball and grant funding. We received strong support from the local community, parents, and businesses, which contributed to a very successful year for the charity.

Expenditure

Total expenditure for the year was £44,425 The funds were spent on items that directly support the students.

Reserves Policy

The charity does not have a specific reserves policy, but this is monitored and governed by the trustees through monthly meetings. As of the year-end, the charity held reserves of £71,332 which the trustees consider adequate for our current level of activity and represents a slight increase over the reporting period.

Investment Policy

The charity has no investments other than its cash reserves, which are held in an interest-bearing account. The trustees regularly review the charity’s financial position to ensure that funds are managed responsibly and in line with our objectives.

6. Plans for the Future

Looking ahead, YYD PFA aims to continue supporting students and improving facilities at Ysgol Y Deri School. Our key priorities for the next year include:

7. Governance and Compliance

The charity complies with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. The trustees have taken steps to ensure robust internal controls are in place to safeguard the charity’s assets and reputation, including dual authorisation on all payments.

Safeguarding

The charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers undergo safeguarding checks, and we work closely with the school to ensure a safe environment for students.

Volunteers

We are grateful for the dedicated support of our volunteers, without whom many of our fundraising and outreach activities would not be possible. Volunteer involvement has allowed us to increase our impact while avoiding any operating costs.

8. Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities

The trustees are responsible for preparing the annual report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations. They ensure that proper accounting records are maintained and that the financial statements give a true and fair view of the charity’s activities and financial position.

9. Conclusion

The trustees are proud of the charity’s accomplishments this year and are confident that with continued support from our donors and the wider community, YYD PTA will continue to make a positive difference in the lives of students at Ysgol Y Deri. We are grateful to everyone who has contributed to our work and look forward to another successful year ahead.

Signed on behalf of the trustees by:

Chris Rees Treasurer and Trustee 21/11/25

Ysgol Y Deri PTA Ysgol Y Deri PTA Ysgol Y Deri PTA 1072900
Receipts andpayments accounts
For the period
from		 01/09/2024 To 31/08/2025

CC16a

Section A Receipts and payments

A1 Receipts Unrestricted
funds
to the nearest £
18,149
11,228
15,840
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-
-
-
-

45,218
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-
-
45,218
44,425
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
44,425
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-
-
44,425
792
-
70,539
71,331		 Restricted
funds
to the nearest £
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-
-
-
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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-
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-		 Endowment
funds
to the nearest £
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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-		 Total funds
to the nearest £
18,149
11,228
15,840
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-
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-
45,218
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-
-
45,218
44,425
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44,425
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44,425

792		 Total funds
to the nearest £
18,149
11,228
15,840
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45,218
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-
45,218
44,425
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44,425
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-
44,425

792		 Last year
to the nearest £
Donations 18,149 46,044
Charitable Activities 11,228 21,138
Other TradingActivities 15,840 4,624
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- -
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~~Sub total~~~~(Gross income for~~
AR)
45,218		 71,806
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
-
- -
Sub total - -
Total receipts
A3 Payments
71,806

Direct Spending		 44,425 83,626
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- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
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- -
**Sub total ** 44,425 83,626
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
-
-
**Sub total ** - -
Total payments
Net of receipts/(payments)
A5 Transfers between funds
A6 Cash funds last year end
Cash funds this year end
83,626
792 - -
792		 - 11,820
- - - - -
70,539 - - 70,539 -
71,331 - - 71,331 - 11,820

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

28/06/2026

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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
Categories
Signed by one or two trustees on
behalf of all the trustees
B5 Liabilities
B3 Investment assets
B2 Other monetary assets
B4 Assets retained for the
charity’s own use
B1 Cash funds		 Details
Details
Details
Total cash funds
(agree balances with receipts and payments
account(s))
Details
Bank Current Account
Details
Signature
C.M.Rees		 Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
to nearest £
to nearest £
71,331
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-
-
-
-
71,331
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OK
OK
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
to nearest £
to nearest £
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Fund to which
asset belongs
Cost (optional)
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Fund to which
asset belongs
Cost (optional)
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Fund to which
liability relates
Amount due
(optional)
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Print Name
Christopher Rees		 Endowment
funds
to nearest £
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-
-
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OK
Endowment
funds
to nearest £
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-
-
-
-
Current value
(optional)
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Current value
(optional)
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When due
(optional)
Date of
approval
C.M.Rees Christopher Rees 28/06/2026

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

28/06/2026

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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trustees Ysgol Y Deri Parents and Teachers Association On accounts for the year ended 31 August 2025 Charity no (if any) 1072900 Sot out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above Charity ("Ihe Trust.) for the year ended Responslbillties and basis of report As the charit￿$ trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {'the Act.). I r6POrt in respecl of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under seclion 145{5)(b) of the Act. Independent I have compl8ted rny examinalion. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come lo my attention in connection with the examination {other than that disclosed below ') which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect= the accounting records w8re not kept in ac¢ordance with Section 130 of the Charities Act., or the accounts did not accord with the aG¢ounling records., or the a¢¢ounls did not comply with the applicable requirements oncerning the fomi and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not a maller considered as part ofan independenl examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in Connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in orderto enable a proper understanding ofthe acGounls to be reached. Please delete tho words in the brackets if Ihey do not apply. Slgned: E 3,110/Tr Date: 3010612026 Name: Emily Dillon Relevant profèsslonal qualificat(onls} or body (If any): ACCA Address: Accounted For Ltd Unit 2 Riverbridge Business Cenlre. Rhymney River Bridge Road Oct 2018

Cardiff, CF23 9FP ection B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs lo highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidan￿ for examiners). live here brief detalls of ny items that the .xaminer wishos to lisclose. NIA Oct 2018

CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND ANO WAIES Y.s1iol Y Oori PTA 1072900 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For thg perlod from 311001?.0?s To Section A Receipts and payments Unrestrlcted funds ¢0 thfr ngargsl Restrlcted funds Endowinenl funds Total funds Last yoai to th• neare$i£ to the r￿areStE to ihg ngare5l£ lo Ihe nearesl£ A1 Recelpts Oonalions Chatit8blé Activitie5 OtherTr8ding A¢b-¥ilie$ 18.149 11,228 15,840 46,044 21.138 4.624 11.228 15.840 Sub total (Gross income for ARJ A2 Asset and Inv68tmont $al&s, Isee tabl&l. 45.218 46,218 71.806 Sub total Total reoelpts 45.218 4S,218 71,806 A3Pa ments Direct Spending 44,425 44.425 3.626 Sub total 44,425 44.425 B3.626 A4 Asset and Investment urchases. (see table Sub total Totalpayments 44,425 44,426 83,626 Net ofrecelpts/(payments) A5 Transfèrs between funds A8 Cash funds last year end Cash funds thls year end 792 792 11,820 70.539 71,331 70,539 71.331 11.820 CCXX R1 accoun￿ ISSI 3010612026

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Unrègtricted furtd8 Restricted funds lo nearost £ Endowment funds to nearosi e Calegorles Details to neare5t£ Bl Ca8h funds Bank CutrenlAccounl 71,331 Total cash funds 71,331 logr￿ ￿1¥1￿¢5￿1￿18CeFptsèThd paymeni$ Unrestrlcted funds to nÈarèsi£ Rostrlctèd funds Endowm¥nt fund Details to neaTest £ to neatost f B2 Other monetary assets Fund to whlch 05$fr1 belon Detalls Cwt lopllonall Curronlv3lue Fu*d 10 whlch a5SOt bolon Cuvionlvalvg Detalls Cost lop¢tonall B4 A88ets retalntsd for the charity's own use Fund lo whlch relales Amount When du8 Delalls BS Llabilitigs Slgned by one or Iwo Irvst888 on behalf of 811 th8 trustees Signature Print Name Dale of roval C.M.Re85 Chrlsto her Re&s 28￿6/2026 CCXX R2 accounts ISSI 3010612026