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NEST AYLESBURY VALE
Annual Report and Accounts 2024-2025
Registered Coimpany Number: 5993373
Registered Charity Number: 1119763
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
CHAIR'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Chairfs Annual Review April 2024- March 2025
This year Nest has seen a year of change, with an ever-increasing number of referrals together with the
news that both Shushana and Sheena were stepping away. As Chair, and on behalf of the Trustees,
volunteers and all of our families, I would like to thank both Shushana and Sheena for their quite
extraordinary support, kindness and understanding that they have offered to all. It is an amazing legacy
they leave behind, with countless families helped through all manner of challenges and all benefitting from
their hard work. The mantle has now been passed to Tammy and Jess to continue, and build, upon this
outstanding record.
Nest has, again, attracted an ever-increasing number of enquiries which has meant that the team is still
very busy, both a sign of the crucial need for Nest as well as a sign of the faith shown in the charity by the
team at Bucks County Council.
Following yet more superb fundraising efforts we have had a series of generous donations including Heart
of Bucks, the William Harding foundation, T&S Williams, ESRI UK, Kop Hill climb, Fairhive Homes, Stockwell
Cliffe, our continued support from Pledge and Promise donors, Buckinghamshire Lottery supporters and
other private donors. A special mention must go to Eliza Norris, daughter of one of our volunteers Tracey,
who ran the Copenhagen Marathon for Nest and raised a magnificent £1,225. We are so grateful for the
generosity of all our sponsors.
It has been another year of outstanding support from all our volunteers. On behalf of the families, we
thank you for your continued support which means so much to so many,
Once again, I remain amazed at how Nest and its volunteers manage to help so many struggling families,
week in, week out. Thank you, all.
With very best wishes
AJ Thompson
Chair
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
Charity registration number: 1119763 Company number: 5993373
TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
The trustees, who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present
their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31st March 2025. The trustees
have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) "Accounting and
Reporting by Charities" (FRS 102) in preparing the annual report and financial statements of the charity.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Company number
5993373 (England and Wales)
Registered Charity number
1119763
Reglstered office
8 Temple Square
Aylesbury
Bucks
HP20 2QH
Trustees
A.J. Thompson (Chair)
E, Lucas (Vice Chair)
R. Clarke (Hon. Treasurer>
S. Lord
Independent Examlner
Paul Hammett FMAAT
Paul Hammett Accounting Solutions Ltd
11 Manor Road
Wendover
Bucks
HP22 6HL
Bankers
Natwest Bank plc
22 Market Square
Aylesbury
Bucks
HP20 ITR
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectlves and alms
The Charity's objects (the Objects) are:
a) to safeguard, protect and preserve the good health, both mental and physical of children and
parents of children;
b) to prevent cruelty to or maltreatment of children.
c) to relieve sickness, poverty and need amongst children and parents of children;
d) to promote the education of the public in better standards of childcare within the area of
Aylesbury and its environs.
The Vislon
NEST Aylesbury Vale wants to see a society in which every parent has the support they need to give
their children the best possible start in life.
Core bellef for NEST Aylesbury Vale
NEST Aylesbury Vale believes that children need a happy and secure childhood and that parents play
the key role in giving their children a good start in life and helping them achieve their full potential.
Mlssion
NEST Aylesbury Vale is a home visiting scheme for families where there is at least one child under five
years of age. Help is offered at times of stress, so that difficulties do not turn into crises. Trained
Volunteers work towards increasing the confidence and independence of parents by:
Offering support, friendship and practical assistance to families.
Visiting families in their own homes where the difficulties exist and where the individual's
dignity and identity can be respected.
Developing a one-to-one relationship in which the volunteer offers time, flexibility of approach
and understanding.
Encouraging the parent's strengths and emotional wellbeing in order that these may be
transmitted to their children, thus enhancing their development.
Reassuring parents that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual and emphasising
the pleasures of family life.
Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use community support
and services effectively.
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Publlc Benefit
In setting its plans and priorities for areas of work, the trustees have had regard to the guidance from
the charity commission on public statement of benefit. The summary of achievements demonstrates
how NEST Aylesbury Vale has set out to fulfil its principal charitable objective, that is: the relief of
children or parents in despair or in distress and the prevention of emotional, physical or mental abuse
of such children.
Management of Service
Nest Aylesbury Vale is managed by a committee of Trustees who are representatives from the local
community, with a commitment to Nest Aylesbury Vale's core beliefs. The Trustees employ a Co-
ordinator for 30 hours a week to recruit, train, support and manage the team of volunteers who work
with the families. The Co-ordinator is supported by an administrator who works 15 hours per week.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
During the period I" April 2024 to 31" March 2025, 43 families have been individually supported (20
rural - 23 town).
Of these, 20 came from health visitor referral, 17 were self-referral with 6 from other sources.
Our reviewing process demonstrated that their needs were significantly improved or fully met.
A total of 20 home-visiting volunteers were involved in supporting families during this period.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Reserves Policy
Nest Aylesbury Vale has budgeted and controlled its finances so that all likely expenses for up to three
months are capable of being met out of cash resources currently held. In addition, a reserve is
necessary to cover rent up to the next break point and any other statutory payments. In total this
equates to approximately six months, expenditure. However, the timing and amount of grants received
can increase this by up to a further six months, which means that our total reserves can fluctuate
between six months and a full year. The present level of reserves represents approximately seventeen
months, activity at our current level, due to a high level of grants received in the last month of the
year. The level is expected to fall markedly over the course of the current year.
There are no material commitments or expenditure planned which are not included in the balance
sheet and have not been deducted from the assets in calculating the reserves.
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Flnances - Honorary Treasurer's Review
The accounts for the 12 months to 31st March 2025 show a surplus of £27,275 (2024- £10,148 deficit).
During the 12 months to 31st March 2025 donations and grants totalling £79,286 (2024 - £43,456)
were received. Other income brought this to a total of £81,372 (2024 - £44,901). Expenditure during
this period amounted to £54,097 (2024- £55,049).
At 31st March 2025, there was a balance of £76,010 at bank and the accumulated fund at this date
was £78,007.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governlng document
The charity is controlled by its governing document, the Memorandum and Articles of Association. It
is a company limited by guarantee as defined by the Companies Act 2006.
Recruitment and appointment of new trustees
Trustees are appointed by majority decisions of the existing trustees and after DBS checks. All new
trustees receive a Welcome and Induction Pack, meet the staff and become fully acquainted with the
administration of the office, policies and practices and roles and responsibilities of trusteeship.
This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies
Act 2006 relating to small companies.
Approved by the trustees and signed on their behalf by:
A.J. Thompson
Chair
Date:
11
2025
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF
NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the company for the year ended
31 March 2025 which are set out on pages 7 to 18.
Responslbllltles and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you
are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the
Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act,).
Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the company are not required to be audited under Part 16
of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of
your company's accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act,).
In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under
section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.
Independent examlner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection
with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
accounting records were not kept in respect of the company as required by section 386 of the
2006 Act. or
2. the accounts do not accord with those records. or
3. the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act
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; or
4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the
Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities applicable to
charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102).
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 order to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached.
Paul Hammett FMAAT
Paul Hammett Accounting Solutions Ltd
11 Manor Road
Wendover
Bucks
HP22 6HL
Date:
2025
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
Charity No. 1119763 Company No. 5993373
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (Including summary income & expenditure account)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Unrestricted
Funds
Restricted
Funds
Total Funds
Note
2025
2024
INCOME
Income & endowments from:
Donations and legacies
Other trading activities
Investments
79,286
1,616
470
79,286
1,616
470
43,456
883
562
TOTAL
81,372
81,372
44,901
EXPENDITURE
Expenditure on:
Raising funds
Charitable activities
1,292
52,805
1,292
52,805
1,403
53,646
TOTAL
54,097
54,097
55,049
Net income/(expenditure)
27,275
27,275
(10,148)
Transfer between funds
Net movement in funds
27 275
27 275
10 148
Reconciliation of funds:
Total funds brought forward
50,732
50,732
60,880
Total funds carried fonNard
78 007
78 007
50 732
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
Charity No. 1119763 Company No. 5993373
BALANCE SHEET AT 31st MARCH 2025
Note
2025
2024
Fixed Assets
Tangible assets
280
Current Assets
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
2,978
76 010
1,230
50 275
Total current assets
78,988
51,505
Credltors: Amounts falling due wlthin one year
10
981)
1053)
Net Current Assets/(Liabilities)
78 007
50 452
Total Assets Less Current Liabilities
Creditors: Amounts falllng due after one year
78,007
50,732
Total net assets
78 007
50 732
Funds of the Charlty
Restricted Funds
13
13
Unrestricted Funds
78 007
50 732
Total Funds
78 007
50 732
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 members have not required the charitable company to obtain an audit in accordance with Section
476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for
(a) ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386
and 387 of the Companies Act 2006 and
(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 companv.
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
Charity No. 1119763 Company No. 5993373
BALANCE SHEET AT 31st MARCH 2025
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 and authorised for issue on
2025 and were signed on its behalf by:
A.J. Thompson
(L￿- R. D. Clarke
The notes on pages 10 to 18 form part of these financial statements.
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Note l. Accounting policies
Charlty information
Nest Aylesbury Vale Limited is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and
Wales. The registered office is 8 Temple Square, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 2QH
Basis of preparing the financial statements
The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102,
have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by
Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in
accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS
102) (effective l January 2015),, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, the and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements
have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
The charity has taken advantage of the following disclosure exemption in preparing these financial
statements, as permitted by FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland,:
the requirements of Section 7 Statement of Cash Flows.
The financial statements are presented in sterling which is the functional currency of the charity.
Funds
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general
objectives of the charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by
donors or which have been raised by the charity for particular purposes. The cost of raising and
administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund
is set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Income
All incoming resources are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when the charity is
legally entitled to the income after any performance conditions have been met, the amount can be
measured reliably and it is probable that the income will be received.
Grants and donations are only included when the general income recognition criteria are met. In the
case of performance related grants, income is only recognised to the extent that the charity has provided
the specified goods or services.
Legacies are included in the SOFA when receipt is probable, that is, when there has been grant of
probate, the executors have established that there are sufficient assets in the estate and any
conditions attached to the legacy are either within the control of the charity or have been met.
Gift Aid receivable is included in income when there is a valid declaration from the donor. Any Gift Aid
amount recovered on a donation is considered to be part of that gift and is treated as an addition to
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
the same fund as the initial donation unless the donor or the terms of the appeal have specified
otherwise.
Donated goods are measured at fair value (the amount for which the asset could be exchanged) unless
impractical to do so.
The value of any voluntary help received is not included in the accounts but is described in the trustees,
annual report.
Income from interest is included in the accounts when receipt is probable and the amount receivable
can be measured reliably.
Expenditure
All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that
aggregate all costs related to the category. Expenditure is recognised where there is a legal or
constructive obligation to make payments to third parties, it is probable that the settlement will be
required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.
Support costs
Support costs are those that assist the work of the charity but do not directly represent charitable
activities and include office costs, governance costs, administrative payroll costs. They are incurred
directly in support of expenditure on the objects of the charity. Where support costs cannot be directly
attributed to particular headings, they have been allocated to cost of raising funds and expenditure on
charitable activities on a basis consistent with use of the resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Cost includes costs directly
attributable to making the asset capable of operating as intended. Assets are capitalised if they are to
be used for more than one year and cost at least £400. The depreciation rates and methods used are
disclosed in tangible fixed asset note.
Debtors and creditors
Debtors and creditors with no stated interest rate and receivable or payable within one year are
recorded at transaction price.
Going concern
The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis as the trustees believe that no
material uncertainties exist. The trustees have considered the level of funds held and the expected
level of income and expenditure for 12 months from authorising these financial statements. The
budgeted income and expenditure is sufficient with the level of reserves for the charity to be able to
continue as a going concern.
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Unrestrlcted Restricted
Funds
Funds
Total
2025
2024
Note 2. Analysis of income
Donatlons and legacies
Donations and gifts
Gift Aid
76,434
76,434
42,334
2852
2852
1122
79 286
79 286
43 456
Other trading artlvities
Miscellaneous fundraising activities
1616
1616
883
1616
1616
883
Income from investments
I nterest
470
470
562
470
470
562
TOTAL INCOME
81372
81372
44 901
Note 3. Donated goods, facilities and services
The charitable activities are carried out by unpaid volunteers. In the current year a total of 20
volunteers were involved in supporting families. In total, they contributed around 110 hours per
week. Goods to the approximate value of £370 were received from donors and were in turn donated
by us to needy families.
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Unrestrlcted
Funds
Restricted
Funds
Total
2025
2024
Note 4. Expenditure
Expenditure on raislng funds
Incurred seeking grants
Staging fundraising events
1,292
1,292
1,292
111
1,292
1,292
1,403
Expenditure on charitable actlvities
Home visiting
52 805
52 805
53 646
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
54 097
54 097
55 049
Support Costs
Raislng
funds
Charitable
Activlty
Total
2025
2024
Salaries and national insurance
1,292
41,778
43,070
43,069
Rent
4,808
4,808
4,529
Travel and motor
2,970
2,970
3,745
457
Post, stationery and advertising
Telephone and fax
Training
377
377
717
717
778
41
Insurance
377
377
527
DBS checks
56
General expenses
918
918
887
Depreciation
280
280
280
Governance
580
580
680
1292
52 805
54 097
55 049
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Note 5. Details of certain types of expenditure
Fees for examlnatlon of the accounts
Independent examiner's fees
2025
2024
580
680
Note 6. Staff costs
Salaries and wages
Social security costs
43,070
43,069
43 070
43 069
The average number of employees during the year was 2 (2024- 2).
No employees received employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) for the reporting
period of more than £60,000.
Note 7. Tangible Fixed Assets
Flxtures &
Fittings
Computer
Equipment
Total
Cost
At the beginning of the year
Additions
Revaluations
Disposals
At the end of the year
747
1,830
2,577
747
1,830
2,577
Depreciation
Basis Straight line Straight line
Rate
IooA
33'/3%
At the beginning of the year
Disposals
Depreciation
Impairment
At the end of the year
747
1,550
2,297
280
280
747
1,830
2,297
Net book value
At the beginning of the year
280
280
At the end of the year
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Note 8. Debtors and prepayments
2025
2024
Prepayments and accrued income
132
124
Other debtors
2846
1106
2978
1230
Note 9. Cash at bank and in hand
2025
2024
Cash at bank and on hand- Current account
10,000
10,000
Deposit account
66 010
40 275
76 010
50 275
Note 10. Creditors and accruals
2025
2024
Accruals and deferred income
981
1053
Note 11. Operating lease commitments
The charity had future minimum lease payments £2,040 due within one year (2024 - £4,400).
Note 12. Fair value of assets and liabilities
The trustees take the view that charity has no exposure to credit risk as the amount owing by
debtors is entirely in respect of Gift Aid on donations due from HMRC and therefore deemed to be
secure. The other current assets are held as cash with Natwest bank and likewise deemed secure.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Note 14. Comparative Statement of Financial Activities
Unrestrlcted
Restricted Total Funds
Funds
Funds
2024
INCOME
Income & endowments from:
Donations and legacies
Other trading activities
Investments
43,456
883
562
43,456
883
562
TOTAL
44,901
44,901
EXPENDITURE
Expenditure on:
Raising funds
Charitable activities
1,403
53,646
1,403
53,646
TOTAL
55,049
55,049
Net income/(expenditure)
(10,148)
(10,148)
Transfer between funds
Net movement in funds
10 148
10 148
Reconclliation of funds:
Total funds brought forward
60,880
60,880
Total funds carried fonNard
50 732
50 732
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NEST AYLESBURY VALE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
Note 15. Transactions with trustees and related parties
Trustee remuneration and benefits
None of the trustees have been paid any remuneration or received any other benefits from an
employment with their charity or a related entity in the reporting period (2024: £nil)
Trustees, expenses
No trustee expenses have been incurred in the reporting period (2024: £nil)
Transactions with related parties
There have been no related party transactions in the reporting period (2024: £nil)
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