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2022-08-31-accounts

ST PHILIP’S PRE-SCHOOL

(A company limited by guarantee)

ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

YEAR ENDED 31[st] AUGUST 2022

Company number : 6625504 Charity Number : 1124780

ST PHILIP’S PRE-SCHOOL

Contents
Page
Report of the trustees 1-4
Report of the independent examiner 5
Statement of financial activities 6
Balance sheet 7
Statement of Cashflows 8
Notes to the financial statements 9 - 12

ST PHILIP’S PRE-SCHOOL

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Report of the trustees for the year ended 31 August 2022

The trustees are pleased to present their report together with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 August 2022 which are also prepared to meet the requirements for a directors’ report and accounts for Companies Act purposes.

The financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006, the Memorandum and Articles of Association, and 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 (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2015).

Purposes and activities

The objects of the charity are to advance the education of children under statutory school age by providing for daily care, recreation and educational opportunities.

To achieve this, the trust provides a vast range of fun activities that create good play experiences. Many of these are linked to the school termly theme to develop the children’s skills in all areas of learning.

In shaping the objectives for the year and planning activities, the trustees have considered the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.

Achievements

Another successful year for Preschool despite the disruption caused by Covid19. Grants were received in full which meant we didn’t have to furlough staff and they were available to offer full support for those key-worker children that continued to attend throughout the lockdown period. However it was frustrating that some children transferred to school without experiencing the benefit of a full year of pre-school activities and preparation and missed out on the opportunity to enjoy the refurbished outdoor area that we created just before the March lockdown.

Financial Review

The financial statements show a net deficit of £-17,779 (2021 - £22,034). The decrease in children numbers saw decreased grants. The cash position has weakened with £67,170 in hand at the yearend compared to £86,556 at the end of 2021. This level provides a good level of security for the Pre-School moving forward.

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Report of the trustees for the year ended 31 August 2022

Reserves policy and going concern

Reserves are needed to bridge the gap between the spending and receiving of income and to cover unplanned expenditure. The charity has established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed or invested in tangible fixed assets held by the charity should represent up to three months running costs. This target has been met.

The trustees do not believe going concern is an issue in the next twelve months given the careful financial management employed by the charity and level of monies held in the bank.

Reference and administrative information

Charity number : 1124780
Company number : 06625504

Directors and trustees

Paul Hutchins Philip Cunningham Sue Sacco

Registered office Ellison Road
Gateshead
Tyne & Wear
NE8 2QU
Independent TC Murray and Lamb
Examiner A6 Kingfisher House
Team Valley
Tyne & Wear
NE11 0JQ
Bankers Barclays Bank PLC
1 Churchill Place
London
E14 5HP

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Report of the trustees for the year ended 31 August 2022

Governing Document

The organisation is a charitable company limited by guarantee, incorporated on 20 June 2008 and registered as a charity on 2 July 2008. The company was established under a Memorandum of Association which established the objects and powers of the charitable company and is governed under its Articles of association. In the event of the company being wound up members are required to contribute an amount not exceeding £1.

Recruitment and Appointment of Trustees

The directors of the company are also charity trustees for the purpose of charity law.

The trustees continually audit the available skills of the board and look to acquire new trustees with different skills and experiences which can assist in the growth of the organisation. Recruitment is by approach and word of mouth.

Organisational Structure

The charity has a management committee who meet on a regular basis.

A scheme of delegation is in place and day to day responsibility for the provision of services rests with Bernadette McNally who is the school’s manager.

Trustee Induction and Training

A new trustee is provided with an information pack, visits to the school are arranged and assistance is available when necessary by other trustees.

Risk Management

The trustees and management have carried out an assessment of the major risks facing the charity. Given that the charity operates with young children there are child protection procedures in place. There is a programme which constantly reviews and updates policies. Staff training in these areas is held to be of paramount importance.

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Report of the trustees for the year ended 31 August 2022

Trustees’ responsibilities in relation to the financial statements

Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements that give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity at the end of the financial year and of its surplus or deficit for the financial year. In doing so the trustees are required to:

The trustees are responsible for maintaining proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enables them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. The trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Signed on behalf of the trustees

P Hutchins - Chair

16th March 2023

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Report of the Independent Examiner to the trustees of St Philips Pre-School

I report on the financial statements of St Philip’s Pre-School for the year ended 31 August 2022 which are set out on pages 6 to 12.

Respective responsibility of trustees and examiner

The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011(the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity is preparing accrued accounts and I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act

To follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act) and To state whether particular matters have come to my attention.

Basis of independent examiner’s report

My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the financial statements presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial statements, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.

Independent examiner’s statement

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:

TC Murray and Lamb

A6 Kingfisher House Team Valley Tyne & Wear NE10 0JQ

16th March 2023

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Statement of financial activities (including Income and Expenditure Account) Year ended 31 August 2022

Notes
Incoming resources
From generating funds
Activities for generating funds
Employment allowance
From charitable activities
Fees
Grants
2
Total incoming resources
Resources expended
Charitable activities
Total resources expended
3
Net incoming resources
Total funds brought forward
Total funds carried forward		 2022
£
3,969
-
66,290
70,259
88,576
88,576
(18,317)
83,144
64,827		 2021
£
3,000
318
108,701
112,019
89,985
89,985
22,034
61,110
83,144
ST PHILIP’S PRE-SCHOOL
Balance sheet as at 31 August 2022
Notes
£
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: amounts falling
due within one year
8
Net current assets
Funds		 7
2022
2021
£
£
£
67,170
86,556
2,343
3,412
64,827
83,144
64,827
83,144

The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the period ended 31 August 2022.

The trustees have not required the charitable company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the period ended 31 August 2022 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for

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 and with the Financial Reporting Standard 102.

The financial statements on pages 6 to 10 were approved by the Board of Trustees on 16[th] November 2020 and were signed on its behalf by

P Hutchins - Trustee

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Statement of Cashflows

Year ended 31 August 2022

Cash used in operations
Net movement in funds
Adjustment for
(Decrease) in creditors
Net cash used in operations
Change in cash in year
Cash brought forward
Cash carried forward		 2022
2021
£
£
(18,317)
22,034
(1,069)
2,107
(19,386)
24,141
(19,386)
24,141
86,556
62,415
67,170
86,556

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Notes to the financial statements

Year ended 31 August 2022

1 Accounting policies

The principal accounting policies are summarised below. The accounting policies have been applied consistently throughout the period.

Basis of preparation

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with 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 1 January 2015) – (Charities SORP (FRS 1023), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.

Reconciliation with previous Generally Accepted Accounting Practices

In preparing the financial statements the trustees have considered whether in applying the accounting policies required by FRS 102 and the Charities SORP FRS 102 the restatement of comparative items was required. No restatements were required.

Grants

Grants for immediate expenditure are accounted on a receivable basis. Grants where related to performance and specific deliverables, are accounted for as the charity earns the right to consideration by its performance.

Resources expended

Resources expended are included in the Statement of Financial Activities on an accruals basis, inclusive of any VAT which cannot be recovered.

Costs

Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred by the charity in the delivery of its activities and services for its beneficiaries. It includes both costs that can be allocated directly to such activities and those costs of an indirect nature necessary to support them.

All costs are allocated between the expenditure categories of the SoFA on a basis designed to reflect the use of the resource. Costs relating to a particular activity are allocated directly and other are apportioned on an appropriate basis such as staff time.

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Notes to the financial statements

Year ended 31 August 2022

Fund accounting

Funds held by the charity are either:

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Notes to the financial statements

Year ended 31 August 2022

2. Incoming resources from Activities to further the Charity’s Objects

Grants
Gateshead MBC
Early Years Funding
SLC
Other Income		 2022
2021
£
£
66,290
106,081
-
2,620
-
-
66,290
108,701

3. Resources expended

Charitable activities
Salaries and pension costs
Resources
Events
Rent
Heat and light
Premises
Legal and Professional
Telephone
General expenses
Staff training
Subscriptions
Accountancy
Equipment		 71,079
70,704
6,382
6,501
507
111
4,800
4,400
1,427
1,310
260
535
213
-
742
813
915
1,073
-
440
1,819
1,269
432
663
-
2,165
88,576
89,985

ST PHILIP’S PRE-SCHOOL Notes to the financial statements Year ended 31 August 2022

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4. Salaries breakdown

Salaries
Social security
Pension		 2022
2021
£
£
61,169
66,388
4,015
3,971
1,209
1,013
66,393
_71,372 _

Staff numbers

The average number of employees during the year, calculated on the basis of full time equivalents was as follows:

Manager
Assistants		 2022
2021
Number
Number
1
1
2
3
3
4

5. Trustee remuneration

No trustee received any remuneration during the year.

6. Taxation

As a charity St Philip’s Pre-School is exempt from tax on income and gains falling within section 505 of the taxes Act 1988 or s256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to its charitable objects. No tax charges have arisen in the Charity.

7. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year

Social security and other taxes
Accruals		 2022
2021
£
£
1,116
2,261
1,227
1,151
2,343
3,412