KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
Charity number 1159305
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
COMMUNITY
Community
Accounts Service

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
CONTENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Page
Reference and administration
Trustees, report
Independent examination report
Re￿ip1S and payments account
Statement of assets and liabilities
Notes to the accounts

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Registsrgd Name
KYDS Youth Drama Society
Registered Charity Number 1159305
Principal Address
7 Blenheim Way
Tiptree
Colchester
C05 OJX
Charity Trustees
The Charity Trustees as at 31st December 2023 are
Mr Marcus Churchill
Mrs Alexandra Bilsland
Mrs Ann Morton
(Chair of Trustees)
Bankers
Lloyds Bank
27 High Street
Colchester
C05 OHB
Independènt Examiner
Community360
Winsley's House
Colchester
C01 1UG

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
The Trustees are pleased to present their annual report and financial statements for the period 1 st
January 2023 to 31st De￿mber 2023.
Structure, Governance and Managèment
The Charity is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation {CIO} governed by a constitution registered
with the Charrty Commission on the 21st November 2014. The Charity 15 governed by a Board of
Trustees.
Trustees are appointed by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the Trustees.
When appointing trustees the Trustees must have regard to the skills, knowledge and experience
needed for the effective administration of the CIO. The maximum number of trustees permitted is four.
The Trustees delegate thé majority of their operational powers to officers, properly appointed by the
Board of Trustees. The Charity's artistic work is managed and supported by the Artistic Director. The
Trustees formulate policy, set the strategic direction of the Society and scrutinise the day-to-day work
of its officers. The Board of Trustees remains ultimalely responsible for all actions tak8n by its officers
and may char)ge or revoke delegated powers at any time.
The Charity is a member of the National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODAI, the Essex
Council for Voluntary Youth Services {ECVYS) and is affiliated to the North Essex Theatre Guild
(NETG} and Community360 and seeks the advice of these bodies from time to time.
Risk Management
The Trustees regulady assess the major risks to which the Charity is exposed and are satisfied that
the appropriate policies and procedures have been put in place to mitigate these risks, includin9
comprehensive insurance cover where appropriate.
Objects
The objects of the Charity, as set out in the Constitution, are..
11) to advance the education of young people up to the age of 18 in the dramatic and
operatic arts.,
(2> to help young people up to the age of 18, especially but not exclusively through leisure
time adivities, so as to develop their capabilities that they may grow to full maturity as
individuals and members of society;
13} to advance public appreciation of the dramatic and operatic arts for the public benefit, in
particular but not exclusively, through public performance.
Prlncipal Activities
The Charity's principal activities, in furtherance of its objectives. include the provision of workshops
and other educational activities for young people and the production of at least public
performances per year. We soft-launched KYDS Creatives in early 2022 to offerlraining to young
adults who are interested in backstage & technical skills involved in Theatre production, we have
one young adu￿ who has benefitted through 2023 by learning lighting, sound, and backstage
management skills and we hope to increase this in 2024. In 2023 we mentored our young
volunteers and allowed them as a team to direct two shows, in which they leamed many skills
useful to the Charily but also life skills. We hope in 2024 to invest in more official training for our
volunteers. The Trustees have regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public
benefit when planning activities.

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Volunteers
The Charity remains entirely volunteer-run and therefore is reliant upon the many volunteers who
generously give their lime and energies to the Chartty's activities in furtherance of its objectives. The
Trustees recognise the importanl role that volunteers play in the running of the Charity and work to
ensure that Iheir efforts are recognised and valued. The Trustees are pleased to note that several
former KYDS members have returned as volunteers and have taken on role5 such as directing,
technical support and adult rehearsal assistants. the trustees continue to mentor and train the
volunteers to increase their skill base.
Achievements and perfomiance
Productions performed to the Public
The Magical Tale of Snow White was due to be perfonned in November 22 but was put back lo January
2023 to give the new Directors more time, this was reflected in the accounts as most expenses were
covered in 2022 but the income was received in 2023. The Summer show was Matilda Jr which had
sell-out audiences for all three performances and OLtr Autumn show was Jack & the Beanstalk, again
this was received very well by the public and helped reestablish us fimily in the local community. We
received numerous nominations for the productions including, NODA Best Panto for Snow White with
our lead winning Best Youth Performer for Snow White and Jack in the Beanslalk. With NETG we had
nominations for Tech in Matilda Jr, 2 members nominated for Best Supporting Performance, Best
Young Actor, 2 x Best Young Actress, Best Dame. MusiG and Choreography. We and our members are
very proud of this recognition.
Educational Workshops and Activities
During 2023 we have run several educational workshops for our youth members and our adult
volunteers. The Members opened the Little Scarlet Festival in September and we held a very successful
Christmas Craft Fair in November which raised very valuable funds.
Financlal Review
Reserves Policy
The Charity's policy on reserves is lo hold sufficient resources in order lo be able to meet the
charitable objects of the Charity should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Trustees
regularly review the Charity's Reserves Policy.
Principal Sources of Funds
The Charity's Pfincipal sources of funds include.. ticket sales from the public performances. production
fees, and donations. We received two large donations this year from Tiptree Parish Council £2.000 and
Maldon Rotary Club £1,000. The Rotary Club funds were used to support our Autumn show and the
TPC funds will be used to support our Summer 24 production.
Declaration
The Trustees declare that they have approved the report above.
Signed on behalf of the Trustees..
Ann Morton

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
I report on the accounts of Kyds Youth Drama Society for the year ended 31 December 2023
which are set out on pages five to seven.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
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 (under section 144 {2) of the
Charities Act 2011 (The Act) but that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to..
Examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act.,
To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charty
Commissioners (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charaties Act)., and
To state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's Statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity
Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the
Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes
considerations of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations
from you as trustees Con￿rning 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 examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives
me cause to believe that in, any material respect..
the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the
Charities Act; or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records,. or
I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should
be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
David Courtier FMAAT AATQB for and on behalf of:
Community360, Winsley's House
High Street, Colchester, Essex
Date i o /u5/£

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Unrestricted Designated Restrlcted
2023
2022
Income
Memberships
Ticket sales
Donations
Grants
Fundraising
Social events
Prop hire
Production income
Total income
4,607
9,464
540
1,000
1,220
2,109
4,607
9,464
540
3,900
1,269
2,109
260
4,146
26,295
2.699
1,889
118
900
654
260
2,000
49
900
260
4,146
23,086
683
7,203
2.309
900
Expenditure
Front of house
Fundraising costs
Equipment
Hire of equipment
Hall hire
Insuran
Premises expenses
Production costs
Travel
Trips
Training
Professional fees
Workshops
Subscription & CRB
Miscellaneous
Total expenditure
1,201
53
172
3,485
10,027
1,201
53
172
3,485
10,151
1,340
199
4,732
51
2,217
277
224
2,190
285
30
26,607
307
20
258
795
4,989
1,284
1,742
2,469
124
1,340
199
4,732
20
31
160
2,057
399
265
204
452
228
108
13,520
277
224
1,082
17
30
22,856
1,108
268
2,328
1,423
Net Income before transfers
230
(19)
{523)
(3121
16,3171
Transfer between projects
Net in¢om8 after transfers
230
(19)
1523)
{312}
(6,317}
Total funds brought fojward
6.374
8.287
15,510
21,827
Total funds carried forward
6,604
8,268
326
15,198
15,510
The notes on page 7 fomi part of these financial statements.

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2023
2023
2022
Monets
assets
Cash at bank and in hand
Total Monetary Assets
15,198
15,198
15,510
15,510
Unrestricted funds
Designated funds
Restricted fund
Total funds
6,604
8,268
326
15,198
6,374
8,287
849
15,510
Non monets
assets and liabilities
2023
2022
Accruals
Accountancy fee
224
224
224
204
Signed on beh If
the Trustees:
Date..
1010512024

KYDS YOUTH DRAMA SOCIETY
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
1. Accounting policies
These accounts are prepared on a receipts and payments basis, following best practice as
laid down in the Statement of Recommended Practice "Accounting and Reporting by
Charities (SORP 2019) issued in 2019, with all revenue and expenses shown on a cash
basis. Non-monetary Assets and Liabilities are shown as actual values at the end of the year.
Accounts prepared on a cash basis.
Going concern
These accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis.
Relatsd Parties
There were no related parties during the year.
2. Resources expended
These have been analysed using a natural classification.
3. No remuneration was paid to any Trustee or to any person or persons known to be connected
with any of them.
4. Restricted income funds
Balance at
3111212022
Income
resources
Outgoing
resources
Transfer
Balance at
3111212023
Jack Petchey Award
849
849
900
900
(1,423)
1.423)
326
326