2021-03-31-accounts

KOACH PARENTING Report And Financial Statements For the Year Ended 31 March a)21 Charity Number 1166394

KOACH PARENTING .CHARITY NUMBER: 1166394 YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021 Trustees.. ALwn M D Heywood J Silkin Princl l Address." 40 Rostrev0rA￿n London N75 6LP Bankers." TSB Bank plc 20 Bomugh Parade chip￿nhaM CN15 3WL Accountants.. D WOLFFE- FCCA Wolffe Accountancy Se￿iGe$ Ltd 34 B￿N￿on Road LONL)ON N16 6QB

KOACH PARENTING TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021 The trustees submit their report together wrth the accounts in respett of the year ended 31 March 2021. Background The trust was formed by a deed on 3 April 2016 as amended on 13 May 2018 to empower parents to improve their relationships with their challenging children. The main activities are one to one support and parenting groups for parents. Parenting Practitioners have been trained in the evidence based, nationally recognised Solihull Approach and other models, and work closely with the local NHS First Steps Psychology team. Clients are mainly, but not exclusively from the Jewish Community- Objectives of the Charlty Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its 8oveming document. To advance public education in parenting and family relationships by providing educational courses and workshops. To promote and protect good health among parents of children by the provision of parenting courses. parenting support. infom)ation and advice. The Trustees have considered the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit and activities have taken place in line with this. Parenting groups and one to one sessions have taken place which are for public benefrt. There have been no changes in policy since the previous report. Page two forms part of this report. The trustees are pleased with the financial results this year. Trustee selection methods The power to appoint new Trustee5 is vested in the current board. New Trustees are appointed based on competence. skills and experience. They a￿ inducted into the workings of the charity by the current board, and are encouraged to read the Charity Commission's publications for Trustees. Risks The trustees have identified the major risks to which the charity is exposed and systems have been established to mitigate these risks. The trustees have complied with the dLity to have due regard to guidance published by the Charity Commission including public benefit guidance. Reserves Pollcy

The Trustees aim to hold free realisable reserves equal to at least 3 months. but no more than 12 months of running costs, to ensure continuation of the activities of the charity. Funder5 This year the main sources of funding were the NHS City and Hackney Clinical Commissioning Group, the London Borough of Hackney Voluntary grant, the Hackney Giving Fund, and the National Lottery Community Fund COVID Response grant and Awards for All programs. Funds were also received through small trusts and foundations and community donations. Expenditure All expenditure has been used for the charity activities following the charity objective5 described above. Thi5 includes costs of generatin8 funds and governance costs. Covid 19 During this financial year. the world was in turnioil due to COVID 19. Koach Parenting continued to function by working remotely and offering virtual appointments to clients. Support was given to parents juggling many more responsibilities due to lockdown. Student Placement Koach Parentjng was accepted as a student placement for students at the CPPD Counselling College. after Submitting policies and undergoing rigorou5 System checks. This enabled Koach Parenting to provide 89 low cost therapy sessions this year. Client Disadvantage during this year 94% of clients are on income related benefrts. 32% of clients live in overcrowded accommodations. 39% have a special need or a disability within the family. This includes,. mental health issues. ASD (Autism Spettrum Disorderl, ADHD (Attention Def icit Hyperartive Disorderl, learning disabilities, dyslexia. selective mutism. anger management difficulties and other challenging behaviour. Attivities in the Year to 31.3.21 During this year. Koach Parenting provided the following services: l. The ten sesslon Solihull 'understsnding your chlld. group for fathers This was co-facilitated with a member of the NHS First Steps Early Intervention Service. This Eroup took place over the phone using the Star Leaf app. 8 of these sessions took place in this financial year A list of what some attendees want to tell other people about the course This course is a must for every parent. It gets the parents thinking. It is a commitment but rewarding. I learnt a fair amount of new knowledge. The practitioners were professional, understanding and gentle. A vital course for every Stage of parenthood. 2. The ten session Sollhull 'understanding your child, group for mothers

This was co-facilitated by a community Parenting Practitioner and was supervised by a NHS First Step5 Psychologist. This group took place over the phone using the Star Leaf app. A list of what some attendees want to tell other people about the course How practical and helpful this course, and makes a difference on a day to day level. How just by Understan￿Ing the behaviour behind your child's action can change your parentin8. Sharing experiences, and hearing that others are doing the same things, makes it interesting and easier. It's a model of self<are that boosts your week. You feel better that you are proactively helpin8 your parenting. That alone boosts better communication. Reall em owers parents. 3. Six se55ion Cygnet group for mothers of children diagmsed with ASD (Autism Spectrnm Di50rder). This was co-facilitated by a member of the NHS CAMHS Disability Serrfice. This group took place over the phone using the Star Leaf app. A list of what some attendee5 want to tell other people about the course. Thi5 course has given me lots and lots of strength to continue to parent my child with ASD Very informative. in a very clear way. not making us fearful, it gave us a calmin8 effect. that we can do it, slowly. if we implement what we have learnt. eventually we will get there. You are amazing leaders. I have been impressed with how you dealt with on the phone. making sure everyone felt heard and understood. l felt so validated. understood in this course. Everything we said was so right, and given us tools to continue. 4. Cultural Awareness training to members of CAMHS teams in Hackney (Remotely) Some of the ideas that the attendees said they learnt at the training I really appreciated the sharing of information about the yearly holidays as well as the preparation for the Jewish Sabbath which made me reflect on how I can ensure appropriate tirnings and options for making appointments with families. Thank for also sharing all the lovely pittures of your family celebratin& with usl It was particularly helpful for me to learn more about how Jewish Law impatts and guides parental expectations of their children (in terms of my work) I learnt more about all of the holidays in the Jewish calendar and the roles of the different genders in the family. 5. One to one sessions supporting parents to improve their relationships with their children uslng the Solihull Parenting Approach. During this year. 121 families attended a total of 573 one to one sessions enabling their 545 children to benefit. The number of sessions is double the previousyear. Koach Parenting has a robust monltorlng system. resultlng in Iws of comments from parents. Some comments from parents about thelr sessions (Many more are avallable on request.)

You are the first person who really understands me ICKFA. You are putting yourself into the picture." "It was amazing. I liked the trust and confidence you put into us as parents to continue doing all we are doing. The compliments keep us going. The practical tips." .20 out of 10! Beyond my expectations. You listened to me, keen understanding of my trauma. Kind of you to validate myfeelings." "I liked that you were really listened to see what is going on and what IS Standing in the way helping us to See the other perspective." "I really enjoyed to be empowered to trust in myself." "It was a good session. It is'important to learn how to communicate to hear each other out and my husband and I can do it on our own.- -we worked out cleargoals. I have a much clearer mind. I now know what l am feeling.- hank you so much for this amazing service. Thank you for being available for people who need advice and parenting tips - especially during lockdown when we are in a bigger turmoil than ever." "I w35 comfortable in session. It was convenient on the phone. I liked that you consolidated it at the end into points 1,2.3." -1 am amazed that I can go away with practical stuff such as anger levels and voice levels." "l am very thankful. l am verygrateful that someone is taking the time to listen and to help." ou're fantastic. The changes are so huge; I tan't thank you enough. You are not judgemental. You are so understanding." Some examples of what parents Say they learnt in their one to one sessions (We can provide many more.) Look at why the behaviour is happening and actions speak louder than word5. You have taught me to think of home / work balance to create more availability and headspace for my kids Making boundaries. He will leam rf l am consistent. Creating head space to be able to respond better to all my children and relaxation techniques. Child S needs a fixed time to talkto me. To think about how my children are feeling and how to manage their emotions. To speak to another party. Use the sandwich approach. To try to figure out what is bothering Dur son. l am blown away about playing with my children. I hope to try it. Techniques of breathing, going for a drink. visualisation. Teaching children how to decelerate and separate from me before they Eo to sleep. Two example5 of oals set by parents and their Number5 Out of 10 Daughter to listen to instructions For mum to be a more confident motherto A who ha5 autism Before After Ongoing training and 5￿PendIS1on was provided by the NHS First Steps Early Intervention team and the CAMHS Disability team in Hackney.

1. Practitioners participated in various online meeting5 including Community response to COVI D, lockdown impact and digital inclusion network meeting5. Development of the Charity It has been a year of huge growth for Koach Parenting The number of one to one sessions was double the number Df last year. The majority of clients live in Hackney. butthis year we were able to offer many support sessions outside of our local area. A research article th4t was co-authored by a Koach Parenting practitioner was published in the Community Prartitioner Magazine. A Koach Parenting Fact Sheet was created, enabling us to better publicise our services. Koach Parenting continued to develop their partnership with the Hackney NHS CAMHS First Steps and Disability teams, and was invited to attend some team meetings. Practitioners participated in various online training sessions including stress management during COVID, training to deliver one to one sessions reTnotely, teaching Solihull Group trainin& safeguarding. managing autism and fundraising trainings. Practitioners joined a social impact training course which will benefit the growth of the organisation, increased networks. and has provided useful tips which might lead to future funding and partnerships. Dated: Signed by Trustee Name of Trustee ... ................................... Date .....

KOACH PARENTING Receipts and Payments Account Year ended 31 March 2021 Notes Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds 2021 2021 2021 Total 2020 Receipts Grants Donation5 Setvices Other 10.840 2.058 1.156 53 40.106 50.946 2.058 1.156 53 29.466 2,624 830 Tolal Receipts Payments Costs of generating funds Charitable Activities Governance costs 127 30.458 240 13,920 150 29.648 43,568 150 Total Payments Excess of Recelpts over Payments for the ygar before transfers 37 10.458 10.495 2,128 Transfers (12) 12 Excess of Receipts over Payments for the year 25 KOACH PARENTING Statomont of Balances At 31" March 2021 Notes Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds 2021 2021 Totsl 2021 Total 2020 Bank & Depostt Balances Bènk & deposit balances brought foTward 1,079 5,422 6.501 4,373 Movement in Year: Exce55 of Receipts over Payments for the year 25 10,470 10.495 2,128 Bank and deposit balances carried forward Notes

1. Services to dients are free. This figure represents services to organisations and therapy dients.
2. Other receipts: £15 Every dick Ltd {Give as you live donation) and £38- Amazon Smile Donation.
3. Charitable Activities Notes Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds 2021 2021 Total 2021 Total 2020 Practitioners and admin Printing, stat, compLrter supplies Advertising Telephone and Intemet expenses Insuran Travel Books and resources Subscriptions Training Refreshments {gr(￿pS) Consultancy other Therapy supervision costs 12,004 624 27,143 790 39.147 1,414 27,728 200 248 865 473 1,065 721 200 329 405 106 335 36 20 318 75 12 118 404 91 91 36 131 131 550 550 Total Notes There was an increase in telephone costs due to introduction of Intemet to the office and also due to increased use of telephone due lo COVID19. & Due to lockdown and virtual working there were no travel or refreshment expenses and a small amount of resources expenses. There were no consuttancy fees due to the consultancy accessed. being free of charge. igned A Lewin- Trustee Dated

KOACH PARENTING INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS, REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021 We report to the trustees on our examination of the accounts of the above chanty (Ihe Trusf) for the year ended 31 March 2021. As the charity trustees of the Trust. you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requiremerrts of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Acr). We report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounls carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carying out our examination, we have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515)(b) of the Act. We have Completed our examination. We cornfimi that no material matters have ¢¢)me to our attention in connection with the examination which give us cause to believe that in, any material respe accounting records V￿re not kept in accordance wrth Section 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord with the accountiThJ records We hav8 no concems and have come across no ott￿r matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. D WOLFFE - FCCA WOLFFE ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES LTD 34 BF14YDON ROAD LONDON N16 6QB 2021 10