2025-08-31-accounts - The Friends Of Birchfield School (Albrighton)

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Trustees. Annual Report for the period Period start dale 01 09 , Period end date 31 U8 2024 From Toi Section A Reference and administration details Charity name Friends of Birchfield School (Albrighton) Other names charity is known by Registered charity number {if any) 1133511 Charity's principal address Birchfield School Harriolt Hayes Lane Albrighton P05tcode WV7 3AL Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Date8 acted if not for wholè ear Trustè# name Office lif any) Name of person lor body) entitled toa oint trustee ifan Kate Lees Chair Gemma Heath Harinder Sahota VI Chair Treasurer Rebecca Hewitt Secretary General Trustee Amy Jones 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Names of the trustees for the charityi if any, (for example, any custodian trustees> Name Dates acted if not for whole ear TAR March 2012

Names and addresses of advisers {Optional information) e of adviser Name Address Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optlonal Informatlonl Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Descrlption of the charity's trusts Constitution document adopted 2009 Type of governing document How the charity is conslituted Trustee selection methods Vote at AGM Additional governance issues (Optional Infomiation) You may choose to include additional information, where relevanl, about.. policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees., the charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charily works., relationship with any related parties., trustees, consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them. Section C Ob"ectives and activities To advance the education of pupils in the School in particular by: Developing effective relationships between the staff parents and others associated with the school; Engaging in activities or providing funds for events which enhances the pupil's journey through the school. Summary of the objects of the Charity set out in its governing document TAR March 2012

The Friends of Birchfield exists to advance the education and wellbeing of pupils at Birchfield School by raising funds and sUPPOrting artivities that enhance the educational experience and strengthen the school community- During the year, the charity organised a wide variety of events that not only raised vital funds but also brought together pupils. parents, staff, families and the wider community. These activities contributed to the public benefit by supporting educational opportunities, promoting social inclusion and enhancing the wellbeing and development of children attending the school. One of the highlights of the year was the Winter Lights Festival, which once again provided an enjoyable community event for families and supporters. The Friends of Birchfie1d also funded school discos for both the Pre-Prep and Prep School pupils, providing entertainment, refreshments and opportunities for children to socialise and celebrate together. The annual Summer Fair was another successful event, featuring a range of stalls and entertainment for families and visitors. The popular pre-loved uniform shop continued to support families by offering affordable school uniform items while promoting sustainability through reuse. Summary ofthe main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit) The year concluded with the Summer Ball, held at Birchfield School. Thi5 event was very well attended and successfully raised funds to support both Birchfield School and Molly Ollys Wishes, with some of the proceeds from the raffle donated to the charity. In addition, a range of end-of-year activities were organised for pupi15 across the school. Senior School pupils enjoyed an evening of zorbing, an outdoor cinema experience and pizza, while Prep School pupils took part in a disco and pizza event. Pre-Prep pupils were entertained by a magician. These activities helped to celebrate the achievements of pupils, promote wellbeing and create positive shared experiences. The Friends of Birchfield also hosted an Afternoon Tea event for parents, extended family members ar)d friends, providing further opportunities to strengthen relationships within the school community. Fund5 raised by the charity enabled the provision of educational enrichment activities, including author days for pupils across the whole school and a Medical Mavericks day. These events provided inspiring learning experience5, broadened pupils, horizons and supported the school's educational aims. This combination of fundraising, educational enrichment and community- building activities has enabled the charity to continue delivering significant benefits to Birchfield School pupils and their families throughout the year. Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information) TAR March 2012

You may choose to include further statements, whe relevant, about: policy on grantmaking. policy programme related investment., contribution made by volunteers. Section D Achievements and performance TAR March 2012

Section D Achievements and performance Summary of the main achievements of the charlty during the year One of the highlights of the year was the Winter Lights Festival, which once again provided an enjoyable community event for families and supporters. The Friends of 8irchfield also funded school discos for both the Pre-Prep and Prep School pupils, providing entertainment, refreshments and opportunities for children to socialise and celebrate together. The annual Summer Fair was another successful event, featuring a range of Stalls and entertainment for families and visitors. The popular pre-loved uniform shop continued to support families by offerin9 affordable school uniform items while promoting 5U5tainability through reuse. The year concluded with the Summer Ball, held at Birchfield School. This event wa5 very well attended and successfully raised funds to support both Birchfield School and Molly Ollys Wishes, with some of the proceeds from the raffle donated to the chartty. In addition, a range of end-of-year activities were organised for pupils across the school. Senior School pupils enjoyed an evening of zorbing, an outdoor cinema experience and pizza, while Prep School pupils took part in a di5CO and pizza event. Pre-Prep pupils were entertained by a magician. These activities helped to celebrate the achievements of pupils, promote wellbeing and create positive shared experiences. The Friends of Birchfield also hosted an Afternoon Tea event for parents, extended family members and friends, providing further opportunities to strengthen relationship5 Wlthin the school community. TAR Mard) 2012

Section E Financial review The Trustees consider that the reserve5 of the Charity are sufficient to meet the future needs of the charity. Brief statement of the charity's policy on reserves Details of any funds materlally in deficit Further financial review details (Optional information) The principal source of funds continues to be via fund raising events and donations. You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about. the charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraisingl., how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity. investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted. Section F Other optional information Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signaturelsl Full namelsl Position (eg Secrètary, Chair, etc} Rebecca Hewitt Spcretary Date 2618126 TAR March 2012

Friends of Birchfield School (Albrighton) Year End Accounts for 2024/25

TO August 2025

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Charity Number: 1133511
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Friends of Birchfield School (Albrighton) PROFIT & LOSS ACCOUNT YEAR ENDED AUGUST 2025

£ Turnover Income Summer Ball 18,802 Income Afternoon Tea 1,616 Income Summer Fete 806 Income Uniform 1,867 Income Laser show 4,986 Income Donations 169 Total Income Cost of Sales: Expenses Summer Ball 19,190 Expenses Afternoon Tea 1,769 Expenses Summer Fete 489 Expenses Laser Show 4,265 Total Expenses	£ 28,247
	25,713

Gross Profit	2,534
Gross Profit Margin %	9%
Overheads: Admin - Insurance 162 Audit and accounting fees 420 Donations 7,051 Charity Donations 1,708 Bank Fees 17 Total Overheads	9,358

Net Profit	6,824) (
Net Profit Margin %	-24%

SIGNED SECURELY

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Friends of Birchfield School (Albrighton) BALANCE SHEET

YEAR ENDED AUGUST 2025

£ Fixed Assets - Current Assets Trade Debtors 1,500 Cash 6,925 Bank Account 23,825 Prepayments - Accrued Income Stock Current Liabilities Trade Creditors 2,029) ( Accrued Expenses 540) (	£ -
	32,249
	2,569) (

Total Assets Less Total Liabilities	29,680
Reserves Reserves b/f 36,505 P&L Account 6,824) (
Total Capital & Reserves	29,680

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