HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1155421
TRUSTEE'S ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE PERIOD
Isf JANUARY 2024
TO
ST
31 DECEMBER 2024

TRUSTEE'S REPORT
CHAIR OF TRUSTEES REPORT
TREASURER'S REPORT
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
F1-F6
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
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Trustees. Annual Report for the period
Period start date
Period end date
Ja.'liiary
3fjst
Dgceniber ', 2024
From
To
Section A
Reference and administration details
Charity name
Heathrow Special Needs Centre
Other names charity is known by
Registered charity number (If any)
1155421
Charity's principal address
Bath Road
Longford
Middlesex
Postcode
UB7 OEF
Names of the charity trustee3 who manage the charlty
Date8 acted if not for whol
ear
Trustse namo
Offlco (If any)
Namè of person lor body) entltled
toa
olnt tru8ts0
Ifan
Dorian Mead
Chair
Treasurer
Damian Pearson
Kenneth Tinslay
Andrew Huxsted
Secretary
Verity Jones
Basil Miles
Bernie Stacey
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
10
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
Name
Dates acted if not for whole
ear
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional infomiation)
e of adviser
Name
Address
Bank
Lloyds
73-75 High Street. Staines, TW18 4PP
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Section B
Structure,
overnance and mana
ement
Description of the charity's trusts
Constitution of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation dated 26th May
2015
Type of goveming document
How the charity is constituted
eg. trust, association. cornpan
Maximum number of Trustees: 12
Minimum number of Trustees: 3
Trustee selection methods
Trustees are appointed by a resolution passed at a properly convened
meeting of the charity trustees.
Additional governance Issues Ioptional infomiation)
Child and Adult vulnerable protection policies are in place.
Health and Safety policies and procedures are in place.
You may choose to include
additional information, where
relevant, about:
Enhanced Data Barring Checks are carried out prior to employment and
volunteering and renewed every three years and comply with the
Disclosure and Barring Service under the provisions of The Protection of
Freedom Act 2013.
policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees;
the charity's organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the charity
works;
relationship with any related
parties.,
trustees, consideration of
major risks and the system
and procedures to manage
them.
The Trustees meet at least twice per year and has overall responsibility for
the management and administration of the funds and for the attainment of
the charity's aims
The Trustees have delegated the following responsibilities to the Council
of Management.
To endorse budgets and accounts
To examine the financial aspects of major projects
The employment of staff
Health and Safety review
The general administration of the chartty's affairs on a day-to-day basis in
line with the budget requirements set by the Trustees
All aspects of fundraising
Cash accounting and sales review
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Insuran￿ cover for Third Party and Personal Accident claims is provided
by The National Farmers Union.
Section C
Ob'ectives and activities
To relieve the needs of those with disabilities and special needs in
particular and young offenders, those recovering from alcohol or
substance abuse and those suffering conditions such as dementia or
stroke by the provision of facilities, activities and educational training in
London and the home counties.
Summary of the objects of the
charity set out in its
governing document
To provide disabled people with the opportunity of horse riding to benefit
their health and well-bein
In planning our activities for the year, the Trustees had regard to the
guidan￿ issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit.
The focus for the year is to enable people with disabilities and special
needs including those with profound and multiple disabilities and special
needs to enjoy the proven and measurable benefits of farm. animal and
horticulture related activities.
Our activrties provide outcomes of improved physical and mental
wellbeing. improved self- Confiden￿ and Self*st￿M, education, learn
new skills and happiness.
Summary of the main
activities undertaken for the
public benefit in relation to
these objects linclude within
this section the statutory
declaration that trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit)
To foster a sense of personal achievement which is so important to
people with disabilities and special needs. To help enable them
participate more fully in society which reduces social isolation and
improves community cohesion.
Activities comprise infonnal training and education in Animal Assisted
Activities and management. horticulture.
Structured work experience placements for people with disabilities and
special needs to help them enter the workpla￿.
Not for profrt tea roomlcommunity hub managed by disadvantaged
people. We provide a professional bistro style setting where
disadvantaged people can socialise and enjoy refreshments in a non-
judgemental environment.
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Additional detslls of objectives and activities (Optional infomiation)
The Trustees are very grateful for the enomious contribution made by our
member volunteers.
We appreciate the many hours spent by our volunteers working with and
encouraging our beneficiaries.
You may choose to include
further statements, where
relevant, about..
policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related
investment;
contribution made by
volunteers.
Without this valuable contribution of time, energy and expertise we would
not have been able to achieve so much.
Section D
Achievements and performance
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Section D
Achievements and performance
Entry to the charity is free.
Summary of the main
achievements of the charity
during the year
No charge for taking part in animal assisted activities and management,
horticulture and gardening. being involved with the running of our not-for-
profit cafélcommunity hub.
No charge for taking part in our structured work placements tailored to
individual needs and abilities. The aim is to help is to help visitors enter
the workplace. The benefits are tangible and measurable including
increased confiden￿. social interaction and something interesting to talk
about at job interviews.
Participation in activities is pre-booked and extremely popular.
The Covid-19 lockdowns and rules created a pent-up demand for the
charity SeNi￿S which continues with many enquiries being received from
organisations and individual visitors and their carers.
'Walkabout Wednesday, takes pla￿ every Wednesday including during
school holidays. It gives potential visitors the opportunrty to visit the
Centre without pre-booking to visit the animals and gardens and to
discuss future visits and planned participation in our activities.
Our not for profft tea roomlcommunity hub managed by disadvantaged
people is open Wednesdays and a popular venue where people with
disabilities and special needs enjoy food and drink in a non-judgemental
environment and professional bistro style setting.
Newly designed rebuilt small animal enclosures and well-maintained
buildings and grounds presents a modern facility which enhances and
encourages visitor interaction and benefit.
The Trustees have agreed to suspend horse riding for the time being due
to financial pressures caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. They will review
this activity as the financial climate improves and. in the meantime,
concentrate on our other activities for the majority of our visitors.
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Section E
Financial review
Brief statement of the
chqrity's policy on reserves
The Trustees have detennined a need to maintain six months running
costs in in reserves.
Expenses support the aims and objectives of the charity with less than
30A spent on administration. Surplus funds are held in reserve to support
runnin
costs.
Details of any funds materially
in deficit
Further financial review details (Optional infomiation)
The Trustees are very grateful to the many donors both large and small
for their support and although we would like to mention them all, space is
restricted to those who have given a minimum £100.
If we have left anyone out, please accept our apologies.
Basil Miles, Charities Aid Foundation, City Bridge Foundation, David
North Royal Hanover Lodge 1777, DHL, Electronic Handling, Enterprise
Holdings Foundation, Enterprise Mobility, Enterprise Staff Giving,
Freemasons Grand Charity. Geoff & Fiona Squire Ch. Trust, Jenny Birks,
Kayhough Lodge LL3576, Kimberly Hulse. Lightning Dog Agility, Lodge
of Mark Master Masons, Lord Bamby Foundation, Mr and Mrs Markham,
Ralph Marsh, Masonic Grand Charity, Neil Leighton. Royal Antediluvian
Order of Buffaloes. Royal Thames Lodge, Sales For￿, St. Giles Lodge
of Master Masons, Staines Round Table. Stephen Annstrong & Co,
Wraysbury Jazz Club
You may choose to include
additional information, where
relevant about:
the charity's principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising).
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
The charity was founded in 1986 and formerly known as Spelthome fam project for the handicapped.
It became Charitable Incorporated Organisation in 2015 with the new name: Heathrow Special Needs
Centre. Charity Registration Number 1155421. The new charitable status enables the charity to broaden the
opportunities it can provide to people with disabilities and special needs and also make Trusteeship an
attractive opportunity.
Section G
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above.
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Signed on behalf of the charity's trustee
Signature(s)
Full namels)
Kenneth Tinslay
Position (eg Secretary, Chair,
Secretary and Trustee
etc)
Date
Wednesday 15th May 2025
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Chairman's Report 2024
l am very pleased to report that Heathrow Special Needs Centre has continued to
provide all its core services to our visitors throughout this year. Although 2024 has
seen a few undulations in income we have managed to maintain our structured
delivery of activities for all attending.
It is noticeable that external factors relating to funding in the social care sector are
having a profoundly detrimental effect on the more vulnerable in society. Often the
loss of community transport, care support staff reductions or "streamlining" has
meant groups and individuals have their previously regular diaries changed at short
notice which can be so detrimental to their health and well-being.
The sincere thanks from all the Trustees go to our incredible staff and volunteers
who really are the beating heart of this organisation as they maintain a safe and
friendly environment for our visitors. Without their smile it would be a dull day and the
benefits gained from each visit would be depleted.
This year has seen the return of a number of company staff volunteering days
whereby a business gives practical support to the Centre. My personal highlight is
always the Centrica group who have been coming for several consecutive days each
Spring for over a decade. Having 70+ pairs of practical hands on site means a huge
clean & tidy happens which is the kickstart to the best part of the year.
As the year comes to a close we have finally sourced five Alpacas who will be joining
the Centre animal roster in the New Year. Extensive fundraising has taken pla
purely to fund these wonderful additions and special thanks goes to Wraysbury Jazz
Club and Staines Round Table for their substantial grants in support of this project.
I conclude by confirming the appreciation of the Board of Trustees to all those
without whom this Centre could not continue to deliver an amazing facility that
remains free at the point of use. We are particularly grateful to Heathrow Airport Ltd
who, via many of its various elements, support us on a daily basis. It really is
appreciated and particularly by our visitors who are at the heart of everything we do
and whose happy faces make any trials and tribulations worthwhile.
Dorian Mead
Chair of Trustees

Treasurers Report
The Charity Accounts for the year ended 31 De￿mber 2024 follow and include details
of restricted grants. The Accounts have been independently examined by S M
Armstrong and his report is also attached.
Overall Donations and Grants in 2024 were significantly less than 2023 and less
than outgoings with the charity drawing down reserves to cover the shortfall.
Government support in 2024 was again minimal, restricted to a small amount of
gift aid, despite the widespread benefits provided by the ￿ntre to many
disadvantaged residents that travel locally, from neighbouring boroughs and
beyond on a regular basis.
Donations from Corporate and other organisations were substantially less than a
very positive 2023 and dropping to the lowest level in many years, though
generous corporate donations through the prior year allowed the centre to start
2024 with a strong cash balance which was used to continue operations through
2024. The Trustees are extremely grateful to organisations that regularly provide
funds for running costs and take a further active interest through volunteer groups
helping to keep the site fit to welcome our beneficiaries throughout the year.
Other donations received from individuals were similar to the prior year. It is
hoped that with increasing visitor numbers, this area of fundraising will also
improve, noting that as services are free to visitors at the point of delivery, the
centre is grateful for all individuals that choose to make donations to the centre.
The centre generated a small amount of Trading Income in the year, mainly from the
sale of farm produ￿.
Overall costs in 2024 were similar to 2023 despite continued inflationary pressures on
all costs. The Trustees continue to focus on running the centre in the most financially
efficient way to operate within available resources.
To maintain existing core offerings to our visitors, the centre is targeting a regular
income in excess of £7,500 per month to cover basic employees, wages, utilities,
animal feed & husbandry and repairs & maintenance.
The charity ended 2024 with reduced cash reserves but remain within the long running
goal of retaining 6 months of running costs in unrestricted cash reserves, providing
security of service provision. Raising sources of regular unrestricted funds remains a
priority for the centre.
For those individual donors who can make and sign a Gift Aid Declaration, the
charity can reclaim the Income Tax content of the donation from HM Revenue and
Customs.
Damian Pearson ACMA
CGMA Treasurer
03rd May 2025

HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
Statement of Income and Ex
enditure for the Year ended 31 December 2024
Not
2024
2023
Income
Donations receivable
Trading Income
Other income (bank interest)
Total Income
40,222
3,286
1,034
120,686
1,797
292
44,542
122,775
Ex
enditure
Charitable activits'es
Administration
Depreciation of assets
77,050
1,828
1.224
69,586
2,449
1,224
Total Expendlture
80,102
73,259
Exces8( Deflcit ) of Incom6
over Expenditure for the year
Endowment Fund Balance blf
-35,560
49,516
76,459
26.943
Endowment Fund Balance clf
40,899
76,459
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HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
Balance Sheet as at 31 Decembèr 2024
Note
2024
2023
ASSETS
Flxed Assets
Centre assets at Net book value
Leasehold propety and improvements
thereto at cost and value
at time of donation
3,671
4,895
104,273
107,944
104,273
109,168
Amortisation
Calculated to write off the cost etc
over the 5-year term of the lease
Net Book Value at 31 De￿rntser 2024
104.272
103,174
3,672
5.994
Current Assets
Debtors
Cash at Bank
Cash in Hand
756
90,275
52,050
52,050
91,031
TOTAL ASSETS
55,722
97,025
LIABILITIES
Creditors and Accrued charges
14,823
20,566
Endowment Fund at 31 December 2024
40,899
76,459
The Accounts were approved by the Board on
May 2025 and signed on its behalf.
Dorian G Mead
Chairman
Ken Tinslay
re
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HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
Notes forming part of the Financlal Statements
or the Year ended 31 December 2024
Accountln
Policles
There has been no change to the accounting policies during the year.
The financial statements have been prepared under the hlstoric cost convention using
the following accounting policies.
asl of Accountln
These Accounts hav8 been prepared on an accruals basis and include income and
expenditure as they are earned or incurred, not as cash received and paid.
un
ralsln
The charity's endowment funds include all funds of the charity, which it may use for its
purposes at its discretion. All the assets are vested in the trustees.
In
ome
All voluntary income is included in income on receipt. Donations under the gift aid
scheme plus the associated income tax recovery are recognised as income when the
donation is received. Specific donations are applied according to the requirements of
the donor and are accounted for in accordance with the Charities SORP.
Donations of items other than cash are included in income at market value on receipt.
Ix
d a8set8 and de
cl
Fixed assets are included in the accounts at the historical cost and in the case of
donated assets, at fair value at the date of acquisition.
Depreciation is provided to write off the cost less estimated residual value of all fixed
assets over their expected useful lives. It is calculated on the original cost of the assets
at the following rates
Leasehold buildings
20Yo on cost per annum
Centre & Office equipment 20 % on cost per annum
The leasehold property and improvements thereto are amortised over the term of the
lease.
mlnistratlon ex
en
iture
Administration expenditure comprises all costs incurred in running the charity, which
cannot be directly related to the charity's project.
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HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
Notes formlng part of the Flnancial Statements
F rtheye
r endèd 31 December 2024
cont'd
2024
Donations recelvable
Corporate DonationslGrants
Other Donations/Grants
Donated Items
24,103
14,286
1,833
117,402
12,348
2,040
40,222
131,790
Tradin
Incom
Farm and produce sales
1,746
1,557
Misc trading income
1,540
240
3.286
1,797
Charitablo activities
Training and CRB staff costs
Supplies
Staff costs
Honoraria
Fund raising
Utilities
Insurances
Memberships
Telecommunications
Propety maintenance and renewals
Motor and travelling
Amortise
Leasehold improvements
Horse & Riding Equipment
734
19,142
36,087
3,000
216
4,495
9,262
646
693
1,187
490
248
11,761
34,568
3,000
468
7,148
8,510
1,060
429
I I
110
1,784
500
1.098
77,050
69,586
Adminlstration
Payroll and administration fees
Accountsncylreview fee
Postage, stationery and sundries
877
1,281
111
328
1,828
2,449
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HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
Not8s forming part of the Financial Statemenls
For the Year ended 31 December 2024
cont'd
2024
2023
Leasehold
Balance blf
Additions
ro
ert
and im
rovements
104,273
104,273
Balance at 31 December 2024
104,273
104,273
Debtors
Gift Aid
756
756
Cash at Bank
Current Account
Deposit Account
10,725
41,325
52,050
49,984
40,291
90,275
Creditors and Accrued cha
Sinking Fund Reserve
Accountancylreview fee
Honoraria
Payroll costs
Restricted Income(Note 10)
Utilities
es
5,000
5,000
840
500
3,195
11,031
500
3,191
4,592
700
14,823
20,566
10. Restricted Income
During the Year, Grants were received from various organisations for specific purposes.
The Grants have been accounted for in accordance with the Charities SORP as follows '.
Balance blf
Grants received in 2024 (page 6)
Applied in year (page 6)
Balance clf to 2025 (note g )
11,031
6,962
-13,401
7,007
20,596
-16,572
4,592
11,031
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HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE
Notes fornilng part of tho Flnanclal Ststomènts for the year ended 318t Dec•mber 2024
Balance ol Restrlcted Grants received in 2023 and prlor and appllod in 2024
Donor of Fund8
Month
Donated
Restrlcted Purpose
Bal BIF
10 2024
Applléd In Bal CIF
2024
to 2025
staines Round Table
Improving facililios or providing matsrials to
deliver client activities
Jan-21
£ 7,006.77 £ 7,006.77 £
Surrey Community Foundation
Staff costs
Aug-23
£ 2,228.00 £ 2.228.00 £
cO￿p
Garden Materials
Nov-23
£ 1,796.30 £
£ 1,796.30
Sehedulè of Re8trfctsd Grants recolved In 2024 and applled in the yoar.
Donor of Fund8
Month
Donated
Re8trlcted Purpose
Bal recelved Applled in
In 2024
2024
Bal CIF
to 2025
Centrica
Site improvement works
Oct-24
£ 1,961.70 £
£ 1,961.70
City Bridge Foundation
Stsff costs
Dec-24
£ 5,000.00 £ 4,166.70 £ 833.30
Donor of Fund8
Month
Donatsd
Re8trfeted Purpose
Bal BIF
to 2024
Applled in
2024
Bal CIF
to 2025
Total for the year 2024
£ 6,961.70 £ 4,166.70 £ 2,795.00
£11,031.07 £ 9,234.77 £ 1.796.30
£ 17,992.77 £ 13 401A7 £ 4,591.30
Total for the y￿r 2023 and prlor years BIF
At 31st De¢8mber 2024
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Independent Examinerfs Report to thè Trustees of the ' HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE '.
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2024, which are set out on
pages 1- 6.
Respective responslblliti88 of trustees and axamlner.
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees
consider that an audit is not required for this year.
It is my responsibility to .
examine the accounts (under ss132-166, Charities Act 2011 {CA2011).
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners
and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Ba818 of Indopend8nt Examlnorf8 report.
My examination vrfas carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission.
An examination includes a review of the accounts'ng records kept by the charity and a comparison of the
accounts presented with thiose records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures
in the accounts, 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
I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
Independent examln•rf8 Statement
In connection with my examination no matter has come to my attents'on.
S M Amistrong FMAAT FMATT
S M Am7Strong & Co
15-17 Church Street,
Goring Square,
Stalnes-upon-Thames
Middlesex
TW184EN.
May 2025
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