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legal and administrative details 2 trustees’ annual report 4 independent examiners report 16 17 statement of financial activities balance sheet 17 notes to the financial statements 18

Charity Name: Governing documents: Charity registration number: Company registration number: Registered Office address:

ICANDANCE

Memorandum and Articles of Association 1137695 07168545

Green Man Community Centre Strawberry Vale Finchley N2 9BA

Directors and Trustees:

The Directors of the charitable company (the Charity) are also the Trustees for the purpose of charity law. The Trustees serving during the year and since the year end were as follows:

Mrs S Hollis Ms R Mendonca De Mello

Chair

Treasurer (appointed 3 February 2022, resigned as Treasurer 8 July 2024, resigned as Trustee 19 May 2025)

Mr M Cole Ms S L Carlisle Mr L Lewis Mrs C Cantle Ms A Shamji Ms B Nanthabalan Ms Y Calil Ms L Fenton Ms E Kapustinskaite Company secretary:

(appointed 27 February 2023, resigned 19 May 2025) (appointed 27 February 2023, resigned 8 July 2025)

Treasurer

Ms J J Diener (appointed 7 July 2025) Mr L M Dryburgh (appointed 19 October 2015, resigned 7 July 2025) Barclays Bank PLC Leicester LE87 2BB

Bankers:

In preparing this report, the Trustees have taken advantage of the small company exemptions provided by section 415A of the Companies Act 2006.

By order of the Trustees Mrs S Hollis (Chair)

19th January 2026

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awards

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May 2025 to May 2026: November 2024: November 2024: November 2024: March 2025: March 2025: April 2025: July 2025:
Big Syn Camden Camden Inspiring Barnet Civic
Mayor of Film Festival Youth Awards Youth Awards Smiley Charity Young Woman Awards for Charity Awards
Camden’s (Best Charity Positive Best Voluntary Film Awards (Barnet Outstanding (winner in
Charity of Film) Impact Sector Project 2025 Finalist Inspiration Service to the the disability
Choice Joint-Winner Award ALL Awards) Community. category)
Awarded to Awarded to Recognition given to Mikey,
Denecia A, a dancer Ruby R, a dancer an alumni volunteer
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welcome from our chair of trustees, sarah hollis

reflections on the year from our ceo and founder, juliet diener

As we reflect on another busy and inspiring year, I am incredibly proud to be part of the icandance community. What makes this charity so special is the unwavering commitment of our staff team, who go above and beyond to nurture each child’s wellbeing, creativity, and confidence. Their

dedication is the heartbeat of icandance, and I want to extend a huge thank you for all that you do.

We are also delighted that icandance has been chosen as the Mayor of Camden’s charity this year. This recognition is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our dancers and to be part of exciting new projects this year. This in turn will help us to reach and inspire even more children, young people and their families.

It is a joy to see icandance continue to go from strength to strength, offering something truly unique to children and young people with special needs. Every performance, every smile, and every achievement reminds us why this work matters so deeply.

Thank you to everyone who supports icandance, our families, funders, and wider community.

Together, we ensure that icandance not only thrives but continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of our dancers.

This year began with cautious optimism as we navigated ongoing funding challenges in the charity sector. Guided by our commitment to the icandance community, we focused on sustaining our programmes and building new partnerships to support dancers and their families.

Our collective spirit has shone through, strengthened by enduring bonds with families, funders, and partners—all working together toward an inclusive society. This resilience and creativity were recognised through prestigious awards, including the nationally competitive Charity Awards and our selection as the Mayor of Camden’s chosen charity for this and the coming year.

We celebrated these achievements at our year-end performance, aptly named ‘Unlimited’, a theme chosen by our young people to reflect our belief in every child and the transformative impact of our approach.

As we close the year, we stand confident in who we are and excited for what lies ahead.

Thank you for your unwavering support as we continue to grow and champion inclusion, creativity and wellbeing.

our year at a glance

Through the year we 780 312 created: dance sessions this year hours of individual Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP)

27 performances and events

300 55 young people dancing team members creating per week opportunities

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who we are

icandance is a creative, therapeutic community which empowers disabled children and young people to share their stories through dance and performance. Vision: We envision a society enriched by disabled children and young people who are equally valued for their abilities.

what we do

Raising the voices of disabled young people through dance

We believe dance offers a powerful means of expression, advocacy and visibility, creating profound benefits not only for the dancers themselves, but also for their families, our team, and the wider community. Our work interweaves emotional, social and physical support within a creative, embodied therapeutic approach, designed to enhance the emotional wellbeing of disabled children through their passion for dance and performance.

Mission: Build a community which empowers disabled young people and their families through our specialist approach to dance and performance.

Our community is:

We welcome dancers from diverse areas throughout London:

At icandance I feel empowered, connected, grounded and seen. Dancer E

•[Other 19%]

our impact this year

The impact of our work can be shared through the opportunities offered to the members of the community. They are:

for our dancers

initiatives, ensuring their voices influence decisions and drive change within the charity. Young Ambassadors attend events and support training delivery bringing a perspective of lived experience. A highlight of the role for the Young Ambassadors was our AXA XL Global day of Giving. Young Ambassadors and members of the AXA team worked together to prepare our costumes for the upcoming annual performance. The AXA XL team experienced firsthand, an inclusive work environment which was a positive day for all.

dance sessions: offered weekly as part of our core programmes as well as in schools and a variety of arts organisations. Our specialised approach that combines Dance Movement Psychotherapy, education, and creative dance to empower disabled children and young people in group dance sessions reaches over 300 CYP each week. We held sessions at multiple settings in Camden, Haringey, Barnet and Harrow throughout the year.

dance movement psychotherapy:

paid opportunities for young people:

offering individual sessions for young people seeking further intensive opportunities to develop their emotional health. The sessions use dance, movement, and the body to help young people explore their inner world, build confidence, and enhancing wellbeing in a safe, reflective space with qualified, clinically supervised professionals. This is offered in school settings and on our weekly Saturday sessions.

Through the year we offered two paid cofacilitator roles in two special educational needs schools. These roles offer disabled young people the opportunity to work alongside icandance facilitators and co-lead the sessions, offering peer leadership and positive representation of disabled leadership.

The co-facilitators receive training and ongoing mentoring to develop their leadership skills.

iam dance company: our youth dance company performs across London, performing original choreographies at events whilst challenging perceptions of disability through dance. We performed at Camden Youth Festival, Barnet Be Well Family Festival, Kings College London Dance Society Performance, JFS and Northern Ballet, Expression, to name a few of our exciting performances. A highlight was our partnership with Tring Performing Arts School. Here is a film about our collaboration: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqhdDEiHGIs

performances:

Performances are a crucial part of the icandance approach and are built into our weekly sessions. Dancers develop their skills as performers as they perform for peers, perform at the yearly Winter Awards as well as our annual performance. Performances connect our community and offer a celebratory space for families. This year our Winter Awards celebrated our 80 dancers’ individual achievements, awarding certificates and medals. Our Annual Performance took place at Jacksons Lane Theatre offering 3 varied performances. This was made possible by the Victoria Wood Foundation.

young ambassadors: 13 disabled young people meet monthly to plan events, speak publicly, contribute ideas, and design

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The outcomes of our programmes are:

a dancer’s story:

icandance enhances wellbeing

“At icandance I feel happy and calm.” Dancer R “I feel happy and excited for performance days.” Dancer T

“At icandance I feel loved and safe, like I’m in a little bubble.” Dancer D

“icandance has the extraordinary ability to hold space for everyone, making young people feel seen and heard.” Dancer E

96% of our dancers say they feel happy when they come to icandance

100% of families agree that being part of icandance makes their child happier

“It’s a space where my child can explore exactly who she is and how she feels.” Parent of Z

icandance offers belonging and community

“I like performing together, helping together.” Dancer S

“I like to see my friends, and it feels like I’m connected.” Dancer R

92.6% of our dancers are happy to see their friends at icandance

100% of families agree icandance supports their child’s ability to build positive relationships

90% of families agree that being part of icandance has improved their child’s social interactions

Calvin, a 20-yearold dancer with Chromosome 18q- deletion, global developmental delay, and autism, has been part of icandance for six years. Non-verbal and highly sensitive to changes, annual shows were overwhelming, and for two years he could not attend. This year marked a breakthrough: Calvin entered the theatre and performed on stage. At the start of the year, he paced the room’s edges, avoiding group interaction. Through consistent support from the team, and in particular his 1 to 1 specialist support worker, we introduced a designated chair, gradually moving it closer to the circle until he sat among peers. Gentle guidance helped him open his posture,

bringing ease and engagement. He made eye contact, responded to group energy, and held hands with a peer for the first time. On show day, greeted by familiar faces, Calvin delivered a solo and joined the finale with joy. His achievement reflects remarkable progress in managing anxiety and thriving in new environments.

“icandance is an extraordinary place of belonging, growth and emotional safety for Calvin. It is his favourite day of the week. The team understands him deeply, and Calvin sees himself as part of a community. We are profoundly grateful for the patience, expertise and care that icandance offers; it has given Calvin a space where he can be fully himself.” Calvin’s parents, Miranda and Steve

95% of families agree attending icandance has developed their child’s self-confidence

for the families:

icandance facilitates development and skills

100% of families agree icandance plays a valuable part in their child’s development

90% of families agree that one or more of their child’s practical dance/movement skills (strength, coordination, flexibility, mobility, balance) have improved through attending icandance

95% of families agree their child has developed greater body awareness in relation to others

“What I find most rewarding about working at icandance is seeing the young people smile and grow from week to week.” Team member

Based on quantitative and qualitative team observations through our bespoke monitoring system, 98% of our dancers showed improvement in wellbeing, creativity or learning throughout the year. This was marked by an average increase of 2.28 progress levels on a 1-10 scale over the year.

icandance provides expertise and care

“What I value most about icandance is the warmth dedication, commitment and support the team give our children every week so that they can thrive. A truly talented and conscientious team.” Parent of J

100% of families agree that the icandance team understand their child’s needs and have the skills to support them

“The team is just outstanding.” Parent of dancer R

“icandance has highly skilled specialists in meeting the needs of all the children.” Parent of J

“Every single member of the team is outstanding. They understand and support my child to the maximum.” Parent of Z

Whilst our work is child centred, it is always family focused. We believe as we support the child, we support their family and offer a network of support. Through providing respite, family events, training and opportunities for connection we create a community where families feel a sense of belonging and are better informed.

Nutcracker performance experiencing the magic of ballet. For many this opportunity would not otherwise be possible.

icandance participated in Angela Rippon’s, ‘Let’s dance’ challenge to get the nation dancing. Families and friends of icandance joined together to enjoy an afternoon of dancing.

(apr 2025)

Hosted in the Spring term we invited families and peers to come along and join in an icandance session. We believe that families that dance together build positive connections. We had great fun and were impressed with the moves of our parents!

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• unlimited: annual performance (jul 2025)

The highlight for families each year is the opportunity to see their child perform in a professional theatre. Our annual performance celebrates each dancer sharing stories through pictures and dance of their year with icandance.

• parent end of year meetings

(jul 2025)

Throughout the year the team observe, reflect and plan best practice in meeting the needs of the dancers. This is collected in a monitoring format for each child called, ‘My Journey’. At the end of the academic year parents are invited to meet with the Team leads to discuss the child’s experience and plan goals for the new year.

The outcomes of our family events are:

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100%
of families agree that they feel part of a
community by being part of icandance
“The show was an “I can’t imagine
incredibly proud our lives without
moment for us.” icandance.”
Parent of Z Parent of L
“The show was a celebration of my son’s life.
It was inspiring to see children develop
and gain confidence.”
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of families agree that the icandance team treat their child and family with respect

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100%
of families agree that the show helped
them feel proud of their child and their abilities
“The community of
parents gives a feeling
of family.”
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100%
of families agree that the show helped
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for our team

Our approach is co-created as team members and dancers become dancers’ partners, connecting and creating together. We believe when a child feels emotionally safe, they feel confident to be challenged and supported to explore new possibilities, unlocking their potential through dance and performance. We support our team through:

• training

We invest in our team to ensure they have the expertise and confidence to support every dancer. This year we delivered specialist training in Safeguarding, Communication & Makaton, The icandance approach, An introduction to DMP and an Introduction to Laban Movement Analysis.

Through ongoing clinical supervision, we create a reflective space for our team to develop professionally and maintain best practice in supporting our dancers. Every team member receives regular supervision.

• mentoring sessions

Regular mentoring sessions and check-ins by our leadership team strengthen communication, enhance skills, and ensure that every team member has the tools and confidence to deliver exceptional care and creativity for our dancers.

• team meetings

Weekly team meetings, held both before and after sessions, create a space for collaboration and reflection. They strengthen peer support and sustain a continuous cycle of learning and best practice as we work to meet each dancer’s unique needs.

team away day (mar 2025)

The Trustees and Executive Leadership Team away day provided a dedicated space for reflection and forwardthinking, enabling us to align on priorities, explore new opportunities, and reinforce our shared commitment to empowering disabled young people through dance.

An evening at Sadlers Wells brought Trustees and Patrons together to experience World Class performance and deepen their engagement with our vision. Our patron Alice Bellini performed on the night, which made the experience even more special.

The outcomes of the opportunities provided for the team throughout the year are:

100% of our team say they enjoy their role at icandance

100%

of our team agree that icandance achieves its purpose to empower disabled children and young people’s abilities

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100%
of our team agree that their work is valued
by other members of the team
“Everyone has been
great to work with.
I feel challenged in a
good way and that my
voice is always heard.”
Team member
“The young people
bring me a real
sense of community.”
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“At icandance I feel like I’m making a difference
and I’m part of an amazing team.”
Team member
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“I love being part of the icandance team. The
support from the team and the trainings have
been incredibly helpful.” Team member
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for the wider community

icandance partners with schools, corporates, and community organisations including leading community events which connect our outreach work. Our young people perform and lead workshops, sharing their stories and inspiring change. Through dance, we create impact and use movement as a powerful form of activism. Together we: • connected with our local community in hampstead To raise awareness of icandance within our local community, our families and team came together to leaflet across Hampstead. This initiative sparked positive conversations and strengthened our sense of community as we worked side by side.

• open day We hosted our first open day in May inviting the wider community to see our work in action. Many friends, families, funders and supporters came along. The Mayor of Camden supported us too. • research partners icandance is a research active organisation and this year we partnered with Roehampton University to understand if the benefits of music and dance enrichment transfer to other domains involving rhythmic tracking, such as drumming. This involved the dancers choosing to be part of the research. Families also took part in research funded by Goldsmiths University, looking at the emotional support experiences of parent/carers during Covid and times of austerity. This has been published in a book chapter in, ‘Practice Research Through Creative Bodies: Perspectives on embodied enquiry’, edited by Caroline Frizell and Marina Rova.

• training We offered trainings in the icandance approach for various partners, which included English National Ballet, Mapledown School, Oak Lodge School and KEF Kids.

• mayor of camden’s charity of choice - may 2025 to may 2026 In May 2025, following a competitive pitch, icandance was proudly selected by Councillor Eddie Hanson, Mayor of Camden, as his chosen charity for the year. This partnership shines a spotlight on icandance and the vital needs of families with disabled children and young people across the borough, creating significant opportunities for impact and advocacy.

icandance believes in the power of collaboration to create greater impact. This year, we were proud to work alongside the following creative partners:

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financial overview

our plan for 2025-2026

thank you

Including Community fundraisers:

The work of icandance is made possible through our incredible team of over 50 paid and voluntary staff. Our funders supporting us this year are:

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Charlotte Dove
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Along with individuals who wish to remain anonymous.

A special thanks to Fiona and Daniel Bailey for photography, Lisa Jennings for design and Justin Mills for film.

Income remained comparable during the financial year with a small decrease to £255,079 (2024 £255,372). Expenditure decreased to £232,187 (2024 £277,164). The total resources expended during the year have been in furtherance of icandance’s charitable objectives.

cash balances, which provide essential working capital funding for day-to-day operating costs, supporting the delivery of the organisation’s objectives in an efficient and cost-effective way.

Free reserves are a useful proxy for liquidity and working capital management as well as a recognised indicator in the sector when reported in ‘weeks of expenditure’. The current level of free reserves represents 20 weeks (2024 17 weeks) of total resources expended.

Cash balances increased to £126,153 (2024 £99,349).

At the end of this period there is an unrestricted surplus of £113,498 (2024 £90,725) (excluding designated reserves). The Trustees’ intention is to retain reserves covering between 3 to 4 months of core programmes running costs. The Trustees are of the opinion that this is an appropriate level of surplus and reserves generation and use.

The Trustees are therefore of the opinion that the level of reserves is acceptable and will provide a sufficient buffer for icandance. On this basis, the Trustees also consider that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future.

Reserves are also underpinned by liquid

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statement of financial activities (including Income & expenditure account) for the year ended 31 July 2025

independent examiner’s report to the trustees of icandance

  1. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of 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 report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of ICANDANCE for the year ended 31st July 2025.

responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).

I confirm that there are no other matters to which your attention should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

I report in respect of my examination of the charities 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.

Signed:

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:

Steven Case Finance Box Limited 128b The Street, Rustington, West Sussex, BN16 3DA

  1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or

  2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

Date: 12th February 2026

Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
Funds Funds Funds Funds
Note 2025 2025 2025 2024
£ £ £ £
income and endowments from:
Donations and legacies 53,610 - 53,610 55,677
Charitable Activities
Parental and Local Authority contributions 47,727 - 47,727 47,135
Grants 3,000 117,550 120,550 113,215
Workshops and other classes - 21,364 21,364 36,470
Other:Fundraising events 7,361 - 7,361 2,552
Government Grants - 3,725 3,725 0
Investments Interest 742 - 742 323
Total income 3 112,440 142,639 255,079 255,372
Expenditure on
Raising funds 31 - 31 91
Charitable activities 86,227 142,639 228,866 272,972
Other - Governance costs 3,290 - 3,290 4,101
Total expenditure 3 & 4 89,548 142,639 232,187 277,164
Net (expenditure)/income and
net movement in funds		 22,892 - 22,892 -21,792
Reconciliation of funds
Total funds brought forward 93,089 - 93,089 114,881
Total funds carried forward 115,981 - 115,981 93,089

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

All income and expenditure relate to continuing activities

2025 2024
Note £ £
Fixed Assets
Tangible assets 7 784 491
Current Assets
Debtors 8 18,386 4,803
Cash at bank and in hand 126,153 99,349
144,539 104,152
Liabilities
Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year 9 -29,342 -11,554
Net Assets 115,981 93,089
The Funds of the charity
Unrestricted funds 113,498 90,725
Restricted income funds 11 - -
Designated funds 12 2,483 2,364
Total charity funds 115,981 93,089

balance sheet as at 31 July 2025

notes to the financial statements

The Charity was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.

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

The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and preparation of financial statements.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to entities subject to the small companies’ regime.

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees on 19 January 2026 and signed on their behalf by: Mrs S Hollis (Chair)

Company Number: 07168545

general information

icandance is a charitable organisation, registered in England and Wales, with a registration number 1137695. The address of the registered office is Green Man Community Centre, Strawberry Vale, Finchley, N2 9BA. The principal objective of the charity is the provision of dance and creative arts services to young people with disabilities.

1. accounting policies

The principal accounting policies are summarised below. The accounting policies have been applied consistently in dealing with items considered material in relation to the financial statements.

a) basis of preparation of accounts

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Companies Act 2006 and applicable accounting standards and follow the recommendations of Accounting and Reporting by Charities - Statement of Recommended Practice (FRS 102 SORP 2019) and the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). icandance meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102.

b) going concern

The financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis which assumes that current and future sources of funding and support will be more than adequate for the charitable company’s needs.

Trustees are aware of the risks of increasing cost of living and inflation poses for the charities fundraising income. Trustees continue to be vigilant, holding regular meetings monitoring income and expenditure closely. During this time the charity may experience an increase of costs due to the unpredictability of the financial markets. Trustees and the Executive team continue to work actively together to monitoring this for the charity.

c) income

All income is accounted for when the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received, and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy. The following specific policies are applied to particular categories of income: Voluntary income is received by way of donations and is included in full in the Statement of Financial Activities when receivable.

Grants and donations received for a specific purpose are included in the financial statements based on the period of time they are awarded for. Grants where entitlement is not conditional on the delivery of a specific performance by the charity, are recognised when the charity becomes unconditionally entitled to the income. Legacies are included in full in the financial statements when there is sufficient evidence to provide the necessary certainty that the legacy will be received, and the value of the incoming resources can be measured with sufficient reliability.

d) expenditure and irrecoverable VAT

Expenditure is recognised on an accruals basis when a liability is incurred as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to the expenditure. Expenditure includes any VAT, which cannot be recovered, and is reported as part of the expenditure to which it relates.

e) fund accounting

Unrestricted and Designated funds are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees to further any of the charitable objectives of the charity. Restricted funds comprise monies raised for, and their use restricted to, a specific purpose, or donations subject to conditions imposed by the donor or through the terms of an appeal.

f) fixed assets

Fixed Assets (excluding investments) are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of each asset over its expected useful life, which in all cases are estimated at 3 years.

g) financial instruments

The Charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their amortised cost.

h) debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.

i) creditors

Creditors and provisions are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are normally recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.

j) bank

Cash at bank and cash in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.

2. legal status

The Charity is a company limited by guarantee and has no share capital. The liability of each member in the event of winding-up is limited to £10.

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3. comparative analysis of income and expenditure

Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
Funds Funds Funds Funds
2025 2025 2025 2024
£ £ £ £
Income and endowments from:
Donations and legacies 53,610 - £53,610 55,677
Charitable Activities
Parental and Local AuthorityContributions 47,727 - 47,727 47,135
Grants 3,000 117,550 120,550 113,215
Workshops and other classes - 21,364 21,364 36,470
Other - Fundraising events 7,361 - 7,361 2,552
- Government Grants - 3,725 3,725 -
-Investments Interest 742 - 742 323
Total Income 112,440 142,639 255,079 255,372
Expenditure on:
Raising funds 31 - 31 91
Charitable activities 86,227 142,639 228,866 272,972
Other- Governance Costs 3,290 - 3,290 4,101
Total Expenditure 89,548 142,639 232,187 277,164

5. Analysis of staff costs

2025 2024
£ £
Salaries and wages 162,089 178,430
Social security costs 937 7,014
Pension costs 483 2,814
Staf Training 1,041 1,345
Temporary & contract staf costs 14,591 43,730
179,141 233,333
Included in Charitable Activities 179,141 233,333

The average monthly head count 17 staff (2024: 10 staff) and the average number of fulltime equivalent employees in the period was 2.7 staff (2024: 3.5 staff). No employees had employee benefits in excess of £60,000 (2024: nil).

6. taxation

icandance is a registered charity and therefore is not liable to income tax or corporation tax on income or gains derived from its charitable activities, as they fall within the various exemptions available to registered charities.

4. analysis of expenditure

Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
Funds Funds Funds Funds
2025 2025 2025 2024
£ £ £ £
Governance costs:
Independent examiners fees 840 0 840 853
Other Governance Costs 2,450 0 2,450 3,248
Charitable activities
Staf costs 59,464 119,677 179,141 233,333
Premises 4,159 20,253 24,412 27,539
Marketing & communications 5,122 0 5,122 4,662
General support costs 17,482 2,709 20,191 7,438
Costs of raising funds 31 0 31 91
89,548 142,639 232,187 277,164

7. tangible fixed assets

Computer Ofce
equipment equipment Total
Cost £ £ £
At 1 Aug 2024 3,259 1,273 4,532
Additions 560 - 560
Disposals - - -
At 31 Jul 2025 3,820 1,273 5,093
Accumulated Depreciation
At 1 Aug 2024 2,768 1,273 4,041
Disposals - - -
Charge for the period 268 - 268
At 31 Jul 2025 3,036 1,273 4,309
Net Book Value
At 31 Jul 2025 784 - 784
491 - 491

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8. debtors

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2025 2024
£ £
Trade debtors 16,970 3,450
Prepayments and accrued income 1,416 1,353
18,386 4,803
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9. creditors: amounts
falling due within one year 2025 2024
£ £
Creditors 3,925 177
Accruals and deferred income 25,417 11,378
£29,342 £11,555
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10. trustee remuneration, employee benefits & related party transactions

12. unrestricted funds

Balance at Incoming Outgoing Balance at
1 Aug 2024 Resources Resources Transfers 31 Jul 2025
Designated £ £ £ £ £
Bursary Fund 2,364 - - 119 2,483
Unrestricted
General fund 90,724 112,440 89,548 (119) 113,498
93,089 112,440 89,548 - 115,981
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Balance at Incoming Outgoing Balance at
1 Aug 2023 Resources Resources Transfers 31 Jul 2024
Designated £ £ £ £ £
Bursary Fund 2,252 - 1,802 1,914 2,364
Unrestricted
General fund 112,629 105,686 125,676 (1,914) 90,724
114,881 105,686 127,478 - 93,089
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designated Funds:

Included in the above are transfers between general and restricted funds. The transfer between funds relates to the use of general funds on restricted projects.

The Funds have been set aside by way of a transfer from general funds by the Trustees as follows:

• The Bursary Fund has been designated specifically to support families to overcome financial barriers to attend weekly sessions.

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Balance at Incoming Outgoing Balance at
1 Aug 2024 Resources Resources 31 Jul 2025
£ £ £ £
Disability Dance Group - 142,639 142,639 -
- 142,639 142,639 -
Balance at Incoming Outgoing Balance at
1 Aug 2023 Resources Resources 31 Jul 2024
£ £ £ £
Disability Dance Group - 149,685 149,685 -
- 149,685 149,685 -
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11. restricted incoming funds

restricted funds:

These comprise donations and grants received for the specific projects that the charitable company administers.

disability dance group:

Amounts received specifically to meet the costs of a disability dance group, which the Charity hosts.

Tangible Net Current Total
Fixed Assets Assets 2025
£ £ £
Unrestricted Income Funds 784 112,714 113,498
Designated Funds - 2,483 2,483
Total Funds 784 115,197 115,981
Tangible Net Current Total
Fixed Assets Assets 2024
£ £ £
Unrestricted Income Funds 491 90,234 90,725
Designated Funds - 2,364 2,364
Total Funds 491 92,598 93,089

13. analysis of net assets between funds – current year

14. related party transactions

There were no related party transactions in the current or prior year.

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Charity Registration: 1137695 Company Number: 07168545

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