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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 1st January 2024 Period start date To Period end date December 31 st, 2024 Charity name: Coaches Across Continents Ltd Charity registration number: 1126743 Objectives and Activities SORP reference Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document Para 1.17 Coaches Across Continents is the global leader in Purposeful Play and Play for Development to address the UN SDGS and the UN Convention on the Rights of Child. We design Local Solutions for Global Goals. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. Para 1.17and 1.19 In the annual report period the charity has delivered a multitude of activities globally. These activities, projects and services, which are all for the public benefit, use Purposeful Play to educate communities, leaders, and youth about the UN SDGS in over 50 countries. For example we ran a global program that addressed My Health My Rights. Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18 The charity trustees have reviewed the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit and advised the charity based on this guidance.

Additional informatlon (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. SORP reference The charity is primarily a receiver of grants from foundations and other funders. If beneficial to the delivery of funded projects the charity will make small grants lo trusted partner contractors. The trustees confirm that these srnall grants are administered in a responsible and transparent to assist the charity achieve its purpose in accordance with policy. Para 1.38 Policy on grant making The charity does spend money on program related investment. These expenses assist the charity and ils projects achieve its purpose in accordance with policy. Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment The trustees confirm that the charity does utilise volunteers to assist the charity achieve its purpose. Among their tasks include marketing, grant-writing, social media, partnership managernent, and project delivery. All volunteers are vetted and checked prior to contributing. They are vital to the success of the charity activities. Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other

Achievements and Performance SORP reference The trustees confirm that the charity has achieved many successes throughout the annual report period. These successes have improved the circumstances of its beneficiaries and society. Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider- benefits to society as a whole. Para 1.20 For example, Coaches Across Continents Ltd has run projects addressing 16 of the UNSDGS. The charities activities im prove the circumstances of beneficiaries and society in diverse ways. The charity developed an updated curriculum to educate about the UN Convention of Child Rights. Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. Achievements against The trustees confirm that, in this annual objectives set report period, the charity met the achievements sel at the beginning. Para 1.41 Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set The trustees confirm that, in this annual report period, the Charity met the fundraising activities set at the beginning. Para 1.41 Investment performance against objectives The trustees confirm that, in this annual report period, the charity met the investment performance set at the beginning. Para 1.41 Other

Financial Review Review of the charity s financial position at the end of the period Para 1.21 The charity is in a positive financial position at the end of this period. Slalement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held Para 1.22 The charity has a written reserves policy signed by all trustees. This policy outlines how the charity allocates money from unrestricted fund balances, which are not invested in fixed assets, to several dèsignated funds- continuity fund, restructuring fund and dissolution fund. £70,714 Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 Reasons for holding zero reserves Para 1.22 NIA Details of fund materially in deficit Para 1.24 NIA Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern Para 1.23 The trustees do not hold any uncertainties about the charity continuing. Additional informatlon {optional) You rna choose to include further statements where relevant about.. The charity's principal Corporate partnerships and foundations sources of funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.47 Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted Not relevant. Para 1,46 A description of the principal risks facing the charity The charity faces the same risks as any charity. We continue to examine the challenges and risks faced by young people around the world. Para 1.48 Other

Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity's trusts: The charity has one governing trust responsible for controlling the work, management and administration of the charity on behalf of its beneficiaries. Type of governing document Para 1.25 Memorandum and articles of association How is the charity constituted? (u.g Llllll-ICCIl-POI ¢1 iccl .4(JC,I-, tIOl-I, (",1 O) Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees Para 1.25 Incorporated as a company. Company number 06604406. Para 1.25 Trustees are selected based on their experience and expertise to both advise the charity operations and procure new beneficial funding and partnerships. Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. NIA Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees Para 1.51 The charity is itself a network with hundreds of partners globally which work at a grassroots level using play and sport to address the UN SDGS and the UN Convention of Child Rights The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works Para 1.51 Coaches Across Continents Ltd has a sister charity- Coaches Across Continents Inc- in the USA. Both charities operate concurrently but have separate governing documents, regislrations, and bank accounts. Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Other

Reference and Administrative details Charity name Coaches Across Continents Ltd Other name the charity uses CAC Registered charity number 1126743 Charity s principal address 69 New Road Wingerworth Chesterfield S42 6UJ UK Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Oates acted If not for whole year Name of person lor body) 8ntltlad to appolnt trusta• Ilf any) Trust88 nama Offlcé Ilf any) Nicholas Gates NIA Derek Mills NIA Nick D'onofrio NIA Cor orate trustees - names of the directors at the date the re Dlrector name ortwasa roved Nicholas Gates Derek Mills Nick D'onofrio

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity Trustee name Datas acted if not for wI￿le year NIA Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of the assets held No funds held on behalf of others. in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity s objects NIA Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets NIA Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of adviser Name Address Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Nick Gates Lou Vincent Exemptions from disclosure Reason for non-disclosure of ke ersonnel details Other o tional information Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trusteas, raport abov•. Signad on behalf of the charity's trustees Signature(s) Full name(s) Nicholas Gates Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Board Trustee Date October 30th, 2025

Registered number: 06604406

COACHES ACROSS CONTINENTS LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Coaches Across Continents Limited Contents

Page
Company Information 1
Directors' Report 2
Accountant's Report 3
Profit and Loss Account 4
Balance Sheet 5
Notes to the Financial Statements 6
The following pages do not form part of the statutory accounts:
Trading Profit and Loss Account 7

Coaches Across Continents Limited Company Information For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

Directors Mr Nicholas Gates Mr Nick Donofrio Mr Derek Mills Company Number 06604406 Registered Office 69 New Road Wingerworth Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 6UJ Accountants KP Simpson Ltd Certified Public Accountants 172-174 Albert Road Jarrow NE32 5JA

Page 1

Coaches Across Continents Limited Company No. 06604406 Directors' Report For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

The directors present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024.

Directors

The directors who held office during the year were as follows:

Mr Nicholas Gates

Mr Nick Donofrio

Mr Derek Mills

Statement of Directors' Responsibilities

The directors are responsible for preparing the Directors' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

Company law requires the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). Under company law the directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company and of the profit or loss of the company for that period. In preparing the financial statements the directors are required to:

The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The directors are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the corporate and financial information included on the company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.

Small Company Rules

This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions relating to companies subject to the small companies regime within Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006.

On behalf of the board

Mr Nicholas Gates

Director 29/10/2025

Page 2

Coaches Across Continents Limited Accountant's Report For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

In accordance with the engagement letter dated , and in order to assist you to fulfil your duties under the Companies Act 2006, we have compiled the financial statements of the company from the accounting records and information and explanations you have given to us.

This report is made to the directors in accordance with the terms of our engagement. Our work has been undertaken to prepare for approval by the directors the financial statements that we have been engaged to compile, to report to the directors that we have done so, and to state those matters that we have agreed to state to them in this report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Company and the Company's directors for our work or for this report.

You have acknowledged on the balance sheet as at year ended 31 December 2024 your duty to ensure that the company has kept proper accounting records and to prepare financial statements that give a true and fair view under the Companies Act 2006. You consider that the company is exempt from the statutory requirement for an audit for the year.

We have not been instructed to carry out an audit of the financial statements. For this reason, we have not verified the accuracy or completeness of the accounting records or information and explanations you have given to us and we do not, therefore, express any opinion on the financial statements.

29/10/2025

KP Simpson Ltd Certified Public Accountants 172-174 Albert Road Jarrow NE32 5JA

Page 3

Coaches Across Continents Limited Profit and Loss Account For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

Notes
TURNOVER
Cost of sales
GROSS PROFIT
Administrative expenses
OPERATING LOSS
Other interest receivable and similar income
LOSS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR
2024
£
62,880
(7,341)
55,539
(65,818)
(10,279)
-
(10,279)
2023
£
106,342
(50,801)
55,541
(72,112)
(16,571)
1
(16,570)

The notes on page 6 form part of these financial statements.

Page 4

Coaches Across Continents Limited Balance Sheet As At 31 December 2024

Notes
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
4
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within
One Year
5
NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES)
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS
Profit and Loss Account
SHAREHOLDERS' FUNDS
2024
£
£
97,405
6,328
103,733
(33,019)
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
2024
£
£
97,405
6,328
103,733
(33,019)
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
2023
£
£
97,405
4,788
102,193
(21,200)
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
2023
£
£
97,405
4,788
102,193
(21,200)
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
103,733
(33,019)
102,193
(21,200)
70,714 80,993
70,714 80,993
70,714 80,993
70,714 80,993

For the year ending 31 December 2024 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

On behalf of the board

Mr Nicholas Gates Director 29/10/2025

The notes on page 6 form part of these financial statements.

Page 5

Coaches Across Continents Limited Notes to the Financial Statements For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

1. General Information

Coaches Across Continents Limited is a private company, limited by shares, incorporated in England & Wales, registered number 06604406. The registered office is 69 New Road, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6UJ.

2. Accounting Policies

2.1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102 section 1A Small Entities "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Companies Act 2006.

2.2. Turnover

Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover is reduced for estimated customer returns, rebates and other similar allowances.

Sale of goods

Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods has transferred to the buyer. This is usually at the point that the customer has signed for the delivery of the goods.

Rendering of services

Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs. Turnover is only recognised to the extent of recoverable expenses when the outcome of a contract cannot be estimated reliably.

3. Average Number of Employees

Average number of employees, including directors, during the year was: 2 (2023: 2)

4. Debtors

Due within one year
Trade debtors
.
Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year
Paye account
Net wages
Accruals and deferred income
Directors' loan accounts
2024
£
97,405
2024
£
-
-
180
32,839
33,019
2023
£
97,405
2023
£
34
2,076
180
18,910
21,200

5. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year

6. Share Capital

Page 6

Coaches Across Continents Limited Trading Profit and Loss Account For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

TURNOVER
Sales
COST OF SALES
Subcontractor costs
GROSS PROFIT
Administrative Expenses
Directors' salaries
Wages and salaries
Employers pensions - defined contributions scheme
Travel expenses
Use of private residence
Accountancy fees
Professional fees
Bank charges
Charitable donations
Sundry expenses
OPERATING LOSS
Other interest receivable and similar income
Bank interest receivable
LOSS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR
2024
£
£
62,880
7,341
(7,341)
55,539
12,570
27,153
627
312
312
246
-
439
24,158
1
(65,818)
(10,279)
-
-
(10,279)
2024
£
£
62,880
7,341
(7,341)
55,539
12,570
27,153
627
312
312
246
-
439
24,158
1
(65,818)
(10,279)
-
-
(10,279)
2023
£
£
106,342
50,801
(50,801)
55,541
11,702
9,450
64
2,973
312
522
1,200
148
45,741
-
(72,112)
(16,571)
1
1
(16,570)
2023
£
£
106,342
50,801
(50,801)
55,541
11,702
9,450
64
2,973
312
522
1,200
148
45,741
-
(72,112)
(16,571)
1
1
(16,570)
12,570
27,153
627
312
312
246
-
439
24,158
1
11,702
9,450
64
2,973
312
522
1,200
148
45,741
-
55,539
(65,818)
55,541
(72,112)
- 1
(10,279)
-
(16,571)
1
(10,279) (16,570)

Page 7

Registered number: 06604406

COACHES ACROSS CONTINENTS LIMITED DIRECTORS' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Coaches Across Continents Limited Contents

Page
Company Information 1
Directors' Report 2
Accountant's Report 3
Profit and Loss Account 4
Balance Sheet 5
Notes to the Financial Statements 6
The following pages do not form part of the statutory accounts:
Trading Profit and Loss Account 7

Coaches Across Continents Limited Company Information For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

Directors Mr Nicholas Gates Mr Nick Donofrio Mr Derek Mills Company Number 06604406 Registered Office 69 New Road Wingerworth Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 6UJ Accountants KP Simpson Ltd Certified Public Accountants 172-174 Albert Road Jarrow NE32 5JA

Page 1

Coaches Across Continents Limited Company No. 06604406 Directors' Report For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

The directors present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024.

Directors

The directors who held office during the year were as follows:

Mr Nicholas Gates

Mr Nick Donofrio

Mr Derek Mills

Statement of Directors' Responsibilities

The directors are responsible for preparing the Directors' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

Company law requires the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). Under company law the directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company and of the profit or loss of the company for that period. In preparing the financial statements the directors are required to:

The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The directors are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the corporate and financial information included on the company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.

Small Company Rules

This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions relating to companies subject to the small companies regime within Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006.

On behalf of the board

Mr Nicholas Gates

Director 29/10/2025

Page 2

Coaches Across Continents Limited Accountant's Report For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

In accordance with the engagement letter dated , and in order to assist you to fulfil your duties under the Companies Act 2006, we have compiled the financial statements of the company from the accounting records and information and explanations you have given to us.

This report is made to the directors in accordance with the terms of our engagement. Our work has been undertaken to prepare for approval by the directors the financial statements that we have been engaged to compile, to report to the directors that we have done so, and to state those matters that we have agreed to state to them in this report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Company and the Company's directors for our work or for this report.

You have acknowledged on the balance sheet as at year ended 31 December 2024 your duty to ensure that the company has kept proper accounting records and to prepare financial statements that give a true and fair view under the Companies Act 2006. You consider that the company is exempt from the statutory requirement for an audit for the year.

We have not been instructed to carry out an audit of the financial statements. For this reason, we have not verified the accuracy or completeness of the accounting records or information and explanations you have given to us and we do not, therefore, express any opinion on the financial statements.

29/10/2025

KP Simpson Ltd Certified Public Accountants 172-174 Albert Road Jarrow NE32 5JA

Page 3

Coaches Across Continents Limited Profit and Loss Account For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

Notes
TURNOVER
Cost of sales
GROSS PROFIT
Administrative expenses
OPERATING LOSS
Other interest receivable and similar income
LOSS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR
2024
£
62,880
(7,341)
55,539
(65,818)
(10,279)
-
(10,279)
2023
£
106,342
(50,801)
55,541
(72,112)
(16,571)
1
(16,570)

The notes on page 6 form part of these financial statements.

Page 4

Coaches Across Continents Limited Balance Sheet As At 31 December 2024

Notes
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
4
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within
One Year
5
NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES)
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS
Profit and Loss Account
SHAREHOLDERS' FUNDS
2024
£
£
97,405
6,328
103,733
(33,019)
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
2024
£
£
97,405
6,328
103,733
(33,019)
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
70,714
2023
£
£
97,405
4,788
102,193
(21,200)
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
2023
£
£
97,405
4,788
102,193
(21,200)
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
80,993
103,733
(33,019)
102,193
(21,200)
70,714 80,993
70,714 80,993
70,714 80,993
70,714 80,993

For the year ending 31 December 2024 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

On behalf of the board

Mr Nicholas Gates Director 29/10/2025

The notes on page 6 form part of these financial statements.

Page 5

Coaches Across Continents Limited Notes to the Financial Statements For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

1. General Information

Coaches Across Continents Limited is a private company, limited by shares, incorporated in England & Wales, registered number 06604406. The registered office is 69 New Road, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6UJ.

2. Accounting Policies

2.1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102 section 1A Small Entities "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Companies Act 2006.

2.2. Turnover

Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover is reduced for estimated customer returns, rebates and other similar allowances.

Sale of goods

Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods has transferred to the buyer. This is usually at the point that the customer has signed for the delivery of the goods.

Rendering of services

Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs. Turnover is only recognised to the extent of recoverable expenses when the outcome of a contract cannot be estimated reliably.

3. Average Number of Employees

Average number of employees, including directors, during the year was: 2 (2023: 2)

4. Debtors

Due within one year
Trade debtors
.
Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year
Paye account
Net wages
Accruals and deferred income
Directors' loan accounts
2024
£
97,405
2024
£
-
-
180
32,839
33,019
2023
£
97,405
2023
£
34
2,076
180
18,910
21,200

5. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year

6. Share Capital

Page 6

Coaches Across Continents Limited Trading Profit and Loss Account For The Year Ended 31 December 2024

TURNOVER
Sales
COST OF SALES
Subcontractor costs
GROSS PROFIT
Administrative Expenses
Directors' salaries
Wages and salaries
Employers pensions - defined contributions scheme
Travel expenses
Use of private residence
Accountancy fees
Professional fees
Bank charges
Charitable donations
Sundry expenses
OPERATING LOSS
Other interest receivable and similar income
Bank interest receivable
LOSS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR
2024
£
£
62,880
7,341
(7,341)
55,539
12,570
27,153
627
312
312
246
-
439
24,158
1
(65,818)
(10,279)
-
-
(10,279)
2024
£
£
62,880
7,341
(7,341)
55,539
12,570
27,153
627
312
312
246
-
439
24,158
1
(65,818)
(10,279)
-
-
(10,279)
2023
£
£
106,342
50,801
(50,801)
55,541
11,702
9,450
64
2,973
312
522
1,200
148
45,741
-
(72,112)
(16,571)
1
1
(16,570)
2023
£
£
106,342
50,801
(50,801)
55,541
11,702
9,450
64
2,973
312
522
1,200
148
45,741
-
(72,112)
(16,571)
1
1
(16,570)
12,570
27,153
627
312
312
246
-
439
24,158
1
11,702
9,450
64
2,973
312
522
1,200
148
45,741
-
55,539
(65,818)
55,541
(72,112)
- 1
(10,279)
-
(16,571)
1
(10,279) (16,570)

Page 7