Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS/TRUSTEES AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 FOR KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL
Andrew Thurburn & Co. Chartered Accountants 38 Tamworth Road Croydon Surrey CR0 1XU
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS/TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
COMPANY INFORMATION
1. LEGAL REGISTRATION : Company registered number: 5968235 Registered charity number: 1118180
2. PRINCIPAL ADDRESS & CONTACT DETAILS
Company Registered Office: Incorporated 16 October 2006 Registered 1 March 2007 KIDCARE International SBC House, Restmor Way, Wallington, Surrey SM6 7AH (Office) Tel/Fax: 020 3417 5727 Reception: 020 8669 0011 Email: info@kidcareinternational.co.uk Website: www.kidcare-international.org
Other official address used: Kidcare International Office, 67 Melfort Road Thornton Heath, Surrey, CR7 7RT
3. BANKERS & ACCOUNTANTS
Lloyds Bank Caterham Branch 21 Station Avenue, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6YT
Andrew Thurburn Andrew Thurburn and Co. 38 Tamworth Road Croydon Surrey CR0 1XU
4. VISION & OBJECTS OF THE CHARITY
Vision : KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL is a Christian registered charity founded in April 1999. We are also a UK-based, not-for-profit, private limited company with partners and subsidiary branches in different nations. We are dedicated to addressing the needs of children, strengthening families and contributing positively to as many communities as we can both in the UK and around the world.
Objective as Stated in The Memorandum and Charity Constitution:
The objects of the Charity are:
- (i) To relieve children and young adults living in (but not by way of limitation) Asia, Africa, Europe and South America and who are in conditions of need or financial hardship either generally or individually, in accordance with Christian principles by making grants of money for providing or paying for items, services or facilities such as the establishment of medical units, feeding programmes, Christian orphanages, schools, children and youth support centres and income generation projects.
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(ii) To provide, for the benefit of the public, support by way of marriage seminars, parenting classes and other material provision for families and assistance through conciliation for couples whose relationships appear to be breaking down.
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(iii) To advance the care and development of children and strong family units in accordance with Christian principles.
5. DIRECTORS (TRUSTEES), PRINCIPAL OFFICERS/STAFF & PARTNERS
Board of Trustees/Directors Rupa Panesar (Chair) Susie Djan (Executive Director) Reverend Ray Djan Cecil Addy Darren Gomez Birmingham Musanda Djan
UK Mission Partners True Vine Church Christians In Action Church All Things Mighty Ltd Praise & Fellowship Church,
Mission Partners Overseas
Voluntary Staff
Shirley Ashley (Administrator) Patrick Quajo (Administrator) Teresa O’Connor (Administrator) Cheryl Djan (Fundraising Events) Camille Witter (Social Media)
Denmark: Kim and Suzanne Madsen Ghana: Pastor and Mrs. Gloria Bonney Uganda: Rev. James Bwengye Pastor Patrick Kirunda, Mr Michael Nadiope Kenya: Reverend Walter Ominde Ongala, Pastor Jesca Dama and Miss Edna Dama
6. STATEMENT OF PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DIRECTORS/TRUSTEES
The Trustees have the following powers in the administration of the Charity as conferred by the Articles of Association:
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to appoint a Chairman, Treasurer and other honorary officers from among their number;
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to delegate any of their functions to committees consisting of two or more individuals appointed by them (but at least one member of every committee must be a Trustee and all proceedings of committees must be reported promptly to the Trustees);
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to make Standing Orders consistent with the Memorandum, these Articles and the Act) to govern proceedings at general meetings;
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to make Rules consistent with the Memorandum, these Articles and the Act to govern proceedings at their meetings and at meetings of committees;
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to make Regulations consistent with the Memorandum, these Articles and the Act to govern the administration of the Charity and the use of its seal (if any);
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to establish procedures to assist the resolution of disputes within the Charity;
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to exercise any powers of the Charity which are not reserved to a general meeting.
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS/TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
7. RISK ASSESSMENT
The trustees have overall responsibility for ensuring that the Company has appropriate systems of control, both financial and operational. These systems are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material misstatement or loss. During the year, the trustees and more particularly the Executive office has continued to review the major financial and operational risks facing the charity. It continues to monitor, on a regular basis, the implementation of any changes necessary to ensure that, as far as is reasonable, controls are in place to protect the charity, its members, its staff, the general public and other stakeholders.
8. RESERVES POLICY
To ensure an adequate level of working capital the company's objective is to have sufficient reserves to meet the average expenditure of 6 months.
9. PUBLIC BENEFIT
When planning the activities for the year, the trustees have considered the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit and believe that this guidance has been followed.
…………………………………………………… Susie Djan – Director (Trustee)
18 December 2025
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL
REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS/TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Kidcare continues to raise funds through an Easter funfair, a summer 10k marathon, appeals to our partner church True Vine Church. Donations from loyal sponsors have remained steady, and the Gift Aid continues to support project funding. In April 2025, Kidcare marked its 26th anniversary.
Our work in Uganda is thriving, with growing student numbers in all our schools. In 2024– 2025, Kidcare donations supported school meals, our children’s home, the sponsorship of individual children to primary and secondary schools, staff salaries, and the expansion of school buildings.
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At Kidcare Alpha Boluwero , staff salaries were increased and Kidcare continued to support school meals. A visit in October 2023 showed enrolment growth and school expansion.
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True Vine Kidcare Buwenge acquired additional land and buildings to expand and house the nursery section. Staff salaries were increased and Kidcare continued to support school meals for this school as well. The school continues to grow in pupil numbers as the school serves their local community.
3. Kidcare Children’s Home welcomed 12 children from Karamoja, secured new sponsorships, and by March 2024, all children were settled into their new home and schools.
4. Karamoja Children’s Primary. We contributed to the distribution of food parcels to individuals in regions of Uganda affected by famine and a new school building in the Karamoja area.
Kenya
The Precious Products Preventing Period Poverty Project (6Ps) , continued to provide sanitary towels, skin cream, panties and other supplies to more vulnerable girls living in rural villages around Kisumu. This year saw an expansion of the project to 160 teenage girls in secondary schools in the area
Ghana
Shiloh Kidcare Centre.
Kidcare has continued its commitment to supporting this school. This school now serves students aged 11 to 16 years only (Junior High School level). The institution provides students with breakfast and lunch, as well as clothing and medical care and a high standard of teaching.
Kidcare Vincere International School was established in newly leased facilities located in Gbetsile, Tema. The objective is for at least 70% of the student body to be full fee-paying pupils who will benefit from a high-quality education based on the British curriculum, while the remaining 30% of enrolment is reserved for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The school's vision is to generate sufficient funds to ensure its sustainability and to provide ongoing support to the affiliated Shiloh School and other Kidcare projects in Ghana.
During this period, Kidcare has aided various communities in East and West Africa, delivering essential relief and optimism to numerous individuals, families, and groups. In the regions served, educational opportunities have been extended to children who might not have otherwise accessed schooling. Additionally, Kidcare has coordinated meal provisions for these children, their families, and other vulnerable households within the communities we support.
Report submitted on behalf of the Trustees Susie Djan 18 December 2025
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Notes £ £ £ INCOMING RESOURCES Incoming resources from generated funds Voluntary income 110,636 26,614 137,250 Investment income – bank interest 132 - 132 –––––– –––––– –––––– 110,768 26,614 137,382 –––––– –––––– –––––– RESOURCES EXPENDED Charitable activities Sponsorships 3 - 28,621 28,621 Mission expenses and projects 62,828 - 62,828 Fundraising Costs 3,103 - 3,103 Other costs 4 26,513 - 26,513 –––––– –––––– –––––– 92,444 28,621 121,065 –––––– –––––– –––––– NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) FOR YEAR 18,324 (2,007) 16,317 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Transfer of Funds - - - Fund balances at 1 April 2024 132,445 2,706 135,151 –––––– –––––– –––––– TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 150,769 699 151,468 |
Total 2024 £ 114,106 124 –––––– 114,230 –––––– 37,135 69,933 789 18,241 –––––– 126,098 –––––– (11,868) - 147,019 –––––– 135,151 |
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The notes form part of these financial statements
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL BALANCE SHEET AT 31 MARCH 2025
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
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| Notes | £ | £ | |
| FIXED ASSETS | |||
| Tangible assets | 5 | 124,000 | 124,000 |
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| CURRENT ASSETS | |||
| Cash at bank & in hand | 27,468 | 11,151 | |
| –––––– | –––––– | ||
| 27,468 | 11,151 | ||
| –––––– | –––––– | ||
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | |||
| Sundry creditors due within one year | ( - ) | ( - ) | |
| –––––– | –––––– | ||
| NET CURRENT ASSETS | 27,468 | 11,151 | |
| –––––– | –––––– | ||
| NET ASSETS | 151,468 | 135,151 | |
| FUNDS 6 | FUNDS 6 | ||
| Unrestricted funds | 150,769 | 132,445 | |
| Restricted funds | 699 | 2,706 | |
| –––––– | –––––– | ||
| TOTAL FUNDS | 151,468 | 135,151 |
The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The trustees have not required the charitable company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for
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(a) ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the Companies Act 2006; and
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(b) preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of each financial year and of its surplus or deficit for each financial year in accordance with the requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company.
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small charitable companies.
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 18[th] December 2025 and were signed on its behalf by:
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Susie Djan – Trustee/Director 18 December 2025
The notes form part of these financial statements
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparation
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these accounts. The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 and the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.
The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.
The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity’s ability to continue as a going concern.
Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
Resources expended
Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end date are noted as a commitment but not accrued as expenditure.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation of equipment is calculated at variable rates so as to write off the assets over their estimated useful lives.
Taxation
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
2. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
Clause 5.1.5 of the Kidcare Trust Constitution and also Kidcare's Company Memorandum of Association makes provision for any trustee or director to be paid a reasonable amount when instructed by the other trustees/directors to act in a professional capacity on behalf of the company. Modest invoices are currently raised by one of the directors to the trust/company for her professional services and there is no conflict of interest.
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KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 (Contd)
Trustees' expenses
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2025.
| 3. SPONSORSHIPS AND PROJECTS (RESTRICTED) Education and orphanages 4. OTHER COSTS (UNRESTRICTED) Freelance Services and Salary Office supplies, printing, telephone, website, etc. Governance costs (accountancy fees) Land Appreciation There were no employees of the charity 5. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Cost At 1 April 2024 Additions Land Appreciation Disposals At 31 March 2025 Depreciation At 1 April 2024 Charge for year On disposals At 31 March 2025 Net book value At 31 March 2025 At 31 March 2024 |
2025 2024 £ £ 28,621 37,135 2025 2024 £ £ 16,112 9,786 9,801 7,795 600 660 ( - ) ( - ) –––––– –––––– 26,513 18,241 Land, Buildings & Equipment £ 131,562 - - - –––––– 131,562 –––––– 7,562 - ( - ) –––––– 7,562 –––––– 124,000 124,000 |
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 (Contd)
| 6. | MOVEMENT IN FUNDS | Net movement | Net movement | |
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| At 01.04.24 | in Funds | At 31.3.25 | ||
| £ | £ | £ | ||
| Unrestricted funds | ||||
| General fund | 132,445 | 18,324 | 150,769 | |
| Restricted funds | ||||
| Education and Orphanages | 2,706 | (2,007) | 699 | |
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| TOTAL FUNDS | 135,151 | 16,317 | 151,468 | |
| Net movement in funds included in the above is as follows: | ||||
| Incoming | Resources | Movement | ||
| Resources | Expended | in Funds | ||
| £ | £ | £ | ||
| Unrestricted funds | ||||
| General fund | 110,768 | 92,444 | 18,324 | |
| Restricted funds | ||||
| Sponsorships, Missions & Projects | 26,614 | 28,621 | (2,007) | |
| ––––––– | ––––––– | –––––– | ||
| TOTAL FUNDS | 137,382 | 121,065 | 16,317 |
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Registered Company No: 05968235 (England and Wales) Registered Charity Number: 1118180
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF KIDCARE INTERNATIONAL
I report on the accounts of the charitable company for the year ended 31 March 2025 which are set out on pages 5 to 9.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the trustees of the Charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the Charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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(1) accounting records were not kept in respect of the Charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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(2) the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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(3) the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of the 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 matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I confirm that there are no matters to which your attention should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Andrew Thurburn Andrew Thurburn & Co Chartered Accountants 38 Tamworth Road Croydon CR0 1XU
18 December 2025
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