The Autism Group (Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Charity Registration No: 1166787
Annual Report and Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
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| 01 | Legal and Administrative Information | 3 |
| 02 | Introduction | 4 |
| 03 | Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees |
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| Trustees’ Report | ||
| 04 | - Our Highlights - Achievements and Performance |
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| - Financial Review |
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| 05 | Statement of Financial Activities | 23 |
| 06 | Balance Sheet | 24 |
| 07 | Notes to the Financial Statements | 25 |
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01 Legal and Administrative Information
CHARITY NUMBER 1166787
START OF FINANCIAL YEAR 1[st] April 2024
END OF FINANCIAL YEAR 31[st] March 2025
TRUSTEES AS Esther Morley OF 31[st] MARCH 2024 Bridget McLeod Gary Admans Rachel Lucas
LEGAL STATUS
Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO)
REGISTERED ADDRESS
5 High Street Maidenhead Berkshire SL6 1JN
DATE OF REGISTRATION 27[th] April 2016
GOVERNING INSTRUMENT CIO - Foundation Registered 27[th] April 2016
PRIMARY BANKERS
CAF Bank 25 Kings Hill Avenue Kings Hill West Mailing ME19 4JQ
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER
Independent Examiners Ltd The Grain Store Hills Barns Appledram Lane South Chichester PO20 7EG
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02 Introduction
What we do
The Autism Group is a Maidenhead based charity committed to supporting and enhancing the lives of young autistic people, their parents and carers.
We understand and embrace the unique characteristics and attributes of young autistic people. We offer a warm, well-informed response to their needs through our special interest clubs and parent support services, including workshops, one to one support sessions and opportunities for parents and carers to come together in informal coffee mornings.
We also offer training sessions to help those working in the wider community to enhance their practice.
In short, we aim to ensure autistic people feel seen, included, and valued.
We would not be able to offer these wonderful services without the dedication of the staff team and the support of our volunteers, to whom we owe great thanks.
You can see what we get up to through our Social Media; https://www.facebook.com/theautismgroup.
We have met so many amazing young people, parents, carers, families and friends since we hosted our first club in 2016. We are looking forward to celebrating TAG at 10 , our tenth anniversary, next year.
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Charitable Objectives and Activities:
The purpose of the charity is to relieve the needs of people with autism and their parents and carers by:
(1) Offering a variety of training to parents/carers, family supporters and the community to enhance the understanding of autism in the Thames Valley.
(2) Offering social opportunities and life skill activities primarily aimed at children (9+) and adults on the autism spectrum (up to the age of 30).
(3) Building confidence and skills within families to support individuals on the autism spectrum to lead fulfilled lives.
Public Benefit
In accordance with Section 17 of the Charities Act 2011, the Trustees have considered the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit.
How to find us
Address:
The Autism Group 5 High Street MAIDENHEAD SL6 1JN
Email:
info@theautismgroup.org.uk
Website:
www.theautismgroup.org.uk
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03 Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees of The Autism Group on the accounts for the year ended 31st of March 2025 set out on pages 23 to 33.
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 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
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• to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. 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 consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently, no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's statement
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In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: 1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and
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• to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Zita Derbak Sign: Independent Examiners Ltd The Grain Store Hills Barns Date: 19.12.2025 Appledram Lane South Chichester, West Sussex PO20 7EG
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Our Highlights 2024/25
Support for parents and carers
271
100+ 82 parents and parents and carers home visits or carers attended support attended GEMS[1] sessions Tea with TAG workshops
Support for children and young people
160 125 15 themed club children and homesessions run young people educated for children attended more children and and young than 1 themed young people people club introduced
1GEMS is the East Berkshire Autism and ADHD Service funded by the Frimley Integrated Care Board
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Achievements and Performance 2024/25
Support for parents and carers
GEMS
271 parents/carers attended 15 workshops this year. These were on a variety of subjects and were commissioned by GEMS (the East Berkshire Autism and ADHD Service funded by the Frimley Integrated Care Board).
Workshops delivered:
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4 x Girls and Autism
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4 x Managing Anxiety
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4 x Adolescence
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2 x Empowering Calm
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• 1 x Navigating School Avoidance
We strive to offer relevant topics and have regularly reviewed workshop themes to ensure we are focusing on the key areas parent/carers want and need. The most popular workshop this year was Navigating School Avoidance.
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Workshops continue to be highly valued by families, with strong levels of engagement and positive feedback across all topics:
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Home Visits
– Parent Support Workers delivered 49 home visits between April 2024 March 2025.
Parents are offered the first session in their own home with a follow up session by telephone or zoom session depending on parental preference. This activity is funded by GEMS.
Families consistently report positive and supportive experiences. Parents felt listened to, reassured, and better informed about available resources. Moving forward, we will continue gathering more detailed feedback to ensure ongoing improvements.
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Tea with TAG
Tea with TAG operates across four locations; Maidenhead, Windsor, Slough, and Bracknell. We have been offering themed discussion sessions and guest-led support for parents. Themes this year included nutrition and diet, child independence, cyber-crime webinars, and Christmas celebrations. Guest speakers included educational psychologists, Thames Valley Positive Support, the Area SENCO, the Associate Director for SEND, and the SEND Consultancy Hub.
– Windsor Spotlight
' Sue' has 3 children all diagnosed with Autism, and has been struggling with managing the differing needs of all 3. Each child's sensory needs conflict with their siblings' needs.
' Sue' joined the Windsor parent support group when it first opened and has been a regular attendee all year. During this time, she has shared her own ideas and tips with others and benefited from advice other parents have offered.
As a result of discussions in the parent support group, ' Sue' was advised to request a home visit to further develop strategies for managing the dynamic of the 3 children. This proved to be very helpful for her.
' Sue' also decided to follow the example of other parents in the support group and look into whether or not she herself is neurodivergent. The support of other parents in the group really helped her build her confidence to follow the assessment journey. ' Sue' is a really highly valued member of our support group and she always has a positive impact on the others who join.
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Bracknell
Previously held at The Parks Community Centre, Bracknell had a closeknit group of 10–14 regular attendees. After relocating to Binfield in January, attendance grew from 3 participants in January to 9 in February. The new venue currently sees an average of 5 attendees, though we are aware accessing the new location has made it harder for some.
We are delighted that the old group of Tea with TAG attendees have continued with an evening group that has grown in popularity.
Maidenhead
Maidenhead has a core group of regular attendees. To attract new participants, themed sessions and guest speakers have been expanded, including educational psychologists and educational consultants. The average attendance for Maidenhead is 7.
Tea with TAG, Maidenhead 2023
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Tea with TAG, Slough 2025
Support Sessions
Parent Support Workers delivered 33 support sessions during 2024/2025. Support sessions continue to provide a safe and constructive space for families to share concerns and gain practical strategies. Parents consistently reported feeling more confident, reassured and better equipped to support their children.
“She was so polite “She was extremely helpful and helpful… she and understanding… I’m “Just listened carefully grateful for her time and fantastic.” and advised useful knowledge.” information.”
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Support for children and young people
Themed Clubs
Our clubs are built around topics that young people told us they enjoy. We currently offer 14 clubs across 5 themes:
GAP (Gaming, Art and Pokemon for ages 9-13) – 2 clubs
Fusion (mixed activities for ages 14-25) – 4 clubs
Console Gaming (for ages 1425) – 2 clubs
Role Playing Games (for young teens teens and adults aged 18-30) – 2 clubs
Art (for ages 9-25) – 4 clubs
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TAG Clubs run primarily on Saturdays throughout the year in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Over the period from April 2024 to March 2025, 125 autistic young people attended one or more clubs during the year with us.
GAP (Gaming, Art and Pokemon)
GAP Clubs offer a blend of activities based around what the young people tell us they enjoy, including Gaming, Art and Pokémon.
Parent and carer feedback:
- “Thanks for making GAP 4 so amazing for him, it was life changing for him to make friends and have so much fun”
Participant Feedback:
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forwards to it every month. It helps him hugely when he’s struggled during the month with school or other things in his life. In essence GAP club provides him another safe space where he can relax and enjoy being himself. He’d really struggle without it. It’s one of the most important things in his life he says…”
"I had fun playing a game 'Bob' made up and it was amazing. I enjoyed it so much I don't want to go home. 1 Million Stars"
Fusion
Combining many activities popular with young people on the autism spectrum, these clubs are for those who enjoy off-line console gaming, table-top role-playing games, creative activities like Lego, board games and more. Aimed at those aged 14 to 25 and of mainstream ability but who need support in their social understanding.
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Fusion, 2025
Parent/carer feedback:
“When 'Evan' joined the RPG group at our Fusion Club, he had very narrow interests. Since joining in with the Role Play facilitated by TAG staff he has developed a friendship with one of the other players. The increase in his confidence has led to him joining a club at College and taking part in other activities, including a Live Action Role Play, a huge event. Joining the RPG at TAG and enjoying it, has enabled him to broaden his interests and engage in more activities meaning he feels less isolated and has an additional motivation for staying on at College as he now has friends there.”
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Art
Senior Art
A club for young autistic people aged 14 to 25 who enjoy a programme of art and craft activities and want to meet like-minded young people. Art activities are especially meaningful due to the unique ways autistic people experience and interact with the world.
Junior Art
At TAG's Junior Art Clubs, for those aged 9 to 13, the children enjoy a wide range of artistic techniques, meeting the artistic interests and sensory needs of each individual. In response to the large number of primary age children on our waiting lists, we created two new Junior Art Groups in Sept 2024.
Role Playing Games (RPG)
This club is for adult fans of tabletop roleplaying games up to age 30. For beginners or experienced players, this group loves exploring imaginary worlds together.
Role-playing has huge social benefits and we started two role-playing groups this year for young teens, which have been very successful.
Console Gaming
These friendly clubs offer the chance for young autistic people to play a wide range of off-line console games with other like-minded peers. Having a group specially for those aged 16 to 25 means they can enjoy some more grown up and sophisticated games.
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More feedback on our clubs:
“'Keith' cannot wait to attend “ 'Toni' loves the creative the session this side of the art club but weekend to see also think it’s so his friends!” important she has this space to socialise in a safe and comfortable environment .”
“I just laughed the whole time. 6 stars” Participant
“Spending time with likeminded people is always good for ones soul & self-esteem . He thoroughly enjoys art and creating things, so this really is a great benefit to him. He's been keen to share the skills he's learnt too.”
“Honestly.. the positive impact you all have on our children and young people is enormous …..”
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– Junior Art Spotlight
Achievement of Core Objectives
We set out to run a creative, inclusive club specifically for autistic children, and we have achieved this with consistency and impact. The Junior Art Club (JAC) ran consistently, welcomed a stable cohort of participants, and maintained a trauma-informed, autism-friendly approach.
Feedback from children, families, and staff confirms that the club is thriving. Children report enjoying their time at the club, feeling accepted and understood, and engaging positively with the art-based activities. Attendance remained steady, with minimal drop-off, indicating sustained interest and comfort.
Success Stories and Unexpected Benefits
Several individual stories highlight the club’s success:
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'Bobby' , previously reluctant to join group activities, now initiates conversations with peers.
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'Sandy , who struggled with transitions, has developed confidence through the predictable structure and creative freedom offered at JAC.
Unexpected benefits include:
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Improved family wellbeing: Families report that their child’s mental health has improved following club attendance, with reduced anxiety and more positive mood at home.
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Peer relationships: Participants have developed friendships within the club, either self-reported, observed by staff, or shared by parents.
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– Junior Art Spotlight
Challenges and How We Overcame Them
The main challenges included:
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Initial anxiety and attendance hesitancy: Some children were nervous about joining. We addressed this by offering pre-visit opportunities, visuals of unfamiliar spaces, and gentle introductions.
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Sensory sensitivities: A small number participants found the environment overstimulating and we address this by created quiet breakout spaces.
These responsive adaptations ensured that challenges did not compromise the club’s ethos or outcomes.
Differences Made and Overall Benefits
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The Junior Art Club has made a tangible difference in the lives of its participants and their families:
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Children feel safe, seen, and creatively engaged.
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Families report improved mental health and emotional regulation in their children.
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Friendships have blossomed, reducing isolation and enhancing social confidence.
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Staff have observed increased self-expression, resilience, and joy in participants.
The Junior Art Club is not only meeting its goals, it is enriching lives. The combination of structured creativity, emotional safety, and peer connection continues to offer a vital space for autistic children to thrive.
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Home-educated children and young people
In February 2024, we opened our offices to children and young people who are home educated, to meet up and enjoy activities together, whilst their parents can discuss their experiences of home educating, share resources and ideas, and access guidance from our Parent Support Worker.
In 2024/2025 a total of 15 young people attended more than 1 session. Groups were run weekly during termtime.
This group offers children vital opportunities to socialise, form friendships, and have fun, tackling the isolation many face since they are outside of school.
We’ve learned a lot. Most children come to us carrying trauma from school, and deregistration is often a last resort after families have exhausted all other options. Many parents have had to give up work to home educate.
We’ve received consistent feedback that this is a session young people actively want to attend.
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Financial Review
Summary
Total Incoming Resources for the year were £89,837 (2023/2024: £117,859), a 24% decrease compared to the previous year. During 2024/2025, 46% of Incoming Resources were restricted (2023/2024: 55%) as grants received fell significantly during the year. Unrestricted reserves as of 31st March 2025 were £8,146 (2024: £10,829) with restricted reserves of £26,749 (2024: £34,555) and totals reserves were £34,895 (2024: £45,384).
The Trustees have reviewed the reserve policy (see Note 14) and believe that available reserves are sufficient to support the organisation for at least six months and to ensure we will be able to continue to fulfil our charitable objectives even if there is a temporary shortfall in income or unexpected expenditure.
Grants Received
The Autism Group wishes to thank the following entities for their support during the year:
Arnold Clark Community Fund Berkshire Community Foundation Comic Relief Coop Community Fund Edward Gostling Foundation Heathrow Community Trust Louis Baylis Charitable Trust Masonic Charitable Foundation Rectory Foundation Rotary Club of Pangbourne Spoore Merry and Rixman Foundation The 3H Foundation TK Maxx Tesco
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Trustees Responsibilities
The Charities Act 2011 requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the CIO and of the surplus of the CIO for that period. In preparing those financial statements the Trustees are required to:
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Select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently,
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Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,
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• Prepare financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the trust will continue in existence.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records, which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the CIO. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the CIO and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Approved by the Trustees on 18[th] December 2025
Signed on their behalf by:
Printed name: Esther Morley (Chairperson)
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05 Statement of Financial Activities
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | ||
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| Note | Funds | Funds | 2024 / 2025 |
2023 / 2024 |
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| £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| Incoming Resources | |||||
| Donations, Legacies and Similar Income |
4 | 8,202 | - | 8,202 | 22,135 |
| Activities for Generating Funds |
4 | 33,083 | - | 33,083 | 30,460 |
| Investment Income | 4 | 92 | - | 92 | 76 |
| Charitable Activities | 4 | 6,879 | 41,580 | 48,459 | 65,189 |
| Total Incoming Resources |
48,257 | 41,580 | 89,837 | 117,859 | |
| Resources Expended | |||||
| Charitable Activities | 5 | 49,724 | 49,343 | 99,068 | 93,573 |
| Governance Costs | 5 | 1,215 | 43 | 1,258 | 769 |
| Total Resources Expended |
50,939 | 49,386 | 100,325 | 94,342 | |
| Net Incoming | |||||
| /(Outgoing) | (2,682) | (7,806) | (10,489) | 23,517 | |
| Resources | |||||
| Total Funds Brought Forward |
10,829 | 34,555 | 45,384 | 21,867 | |
| Transfer of Funds | - | - | - | - | |
| Total Funds Carried Forward |
8,146 | 26,749 | 34,895 | 45,384 |
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06 Balance Sheet
As of 31[st] March 2025
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|Unrestricted|Restricted|Total|Total|
|Note|Funds|Funds|31-Mar-25|31-Mar-24|
|£|£|£|£|
|Fixed Assets|
|Tangible Assets|2|-|-|-|-|
|Investments|3|-|-|-|-|
|Total Fixed Assets|-|-|-|-|
|Current Assets|
|Cash at Bank and In Hand|7|7,404|28,011|35,416|48,087|
|Debtors and Prepayments|8|2,283|-|2,283|8,313|
|Total Current Assets|9,688|28,011|37,699|56,400|
|Creditors:|Amounts falling due|
|9|1,541|1,262|2,804|11,015|
|within one year|
|Net Current Assets|8,146|26,749|34,895|45,384|
|Total Assets less Current|
|8,146|26,749|34,895|45,384|
|Liabilities|
|Creditors:|Amounts falling due|10|-|-|-|-|
|in more than one year|
|NET ASSETS|8,146|26,749|34,895|45,384|
|Funds of the Charity|
|Unrestricted Funds|8,146|-|8,146|10,829|
|Restricted Fund|6|-|26,749|26,749|34,555|
|Total Funds|8,146|26,749|34,895|45,384|
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The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 18[th] December 2025 and were signed on their behalf by:
Esther Morley, Chairperson Date: 18[th] December 2025
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Preparation and Assessment of Going Concern
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019) - (Charities SORP - FRS102) and the Charities Act 2011.
The Autism Group (the “Charity”) meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS102. Assets and liabilities are Initially recognised at historical cost unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy notes.
Assessment of Going Concern
Preparation of the accounts is on a going concern basis. The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the Charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
Incoming Resources
Recognition of Incoming Resources
These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when:
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the Charity becomes entitled to the resources,
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the trustees are virtually certain they will receive the resources; and
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the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability.
Incoming Resources with Related Expenditure
Where Incoming Resources have related Resources Expended (as with fundraising or contract income) they are reported gross in the SOFA.
Grants and Donations
Grants and Donations are only included in the SOFA when the Charity has unconditional entitlement to the resources.
Tax Reclaims on Donations and Gifts
Incoming Resources from tax reclaims are included in the SOFA in the same financial period as the gift to which they relate.
Contractual Income and Performance Related Grants
This is only included in the SOFA once the related goods or services have been delivered.
Gifts In Kind
Gifts In Kind are accounted for at a reasonable estimate of their value to the Charity or the amount realised. Gifts in Kind for sale or distribution are included in the accounts as gifts only when sold or distributed by the Charity. Gifts in Kind for use by the Charity are included in the SOFA as Incoming Resources when receivable.
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
Donated Services and Facilities
These are only included in Incoming Resources (with an equivalent amount in Resources Expended) where the benefit to the Charity is reasonably quantifiable, measurable and material. The value placed on these resources is the estimated value to the Charity of the service or facility received.
Volunteer Help
The value of any voluntary help received is not included in the accounts.
Investment Income
This is included in the accounts when receivable.
Investment Gains and Losses
This included any gain or loss on the sale of investments and any gain or loss resulting from revaluing investments to market value at the end of the year.
Expenditure and Liabilities
Liability Recognition
Liabilities are recognised as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to pay out resources.
Governance Costs
Thes include costs of the preparation and examination of statutory accounts, the costs of the trustees’ meetings and the cost of any legal advice to trustees on governance or constitutional matters.
Grants with Performance Conditions
Where the Charity receives a grant with conditions for its payment being a specific level of service or output to be provided, such grants are only recognised in the SOFA as Incoming Resources once the Charity has provided the specified service or output.
Support Costs
Support costs include central functions and have been allocated to activity cost categories on a basis consistent with the use of the resources, e.g., allocating property costs by floor areas, or per capital employed, staff costs by the time spent and other costs by their usage.
Investments
Investments quoted on a recognised stock exchange are valued at market value at the year end. Other investment assets are included as the trustees' best estimate of market value.
Pensions
Pension contributions are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities as they become payable.
Unrestricted Funds
These funds can be used for the general objectives of the Charity as set out in the trustees’ report. The movements in Unrestricted Funds are given in the Statement of Financial Activities.
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
Restricted Funds
These funds are where the donor has specified a purpose for the donation made. Grants are raised for specific purposes within the objectives of the Charity.
Designated Funds
These funds are funds set aside by the trustees out of Unrestricted Funds for specific purposes or projects.
Fixed Assets
Fixed Assets are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year and cost at least £1,500. They are valued at cost or, if gifted, at the value to the Charity on receipt.
Depreciation Expense
Depreciation is calculated at a rate to write off the cost of tangible fixed assets on an appropriate basis over their estimated useful lives. The rates and basis applied per annum are as follows:
Equipment: 20% on a Straight-Line Basis
2. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
The Charity held no Tangible Fixed Assets during this or the previous financial period. The annual commitments under non-cancelling operating leases and capital commitments are as follows:
Year to 31[st] March 2024: None Year to 31[st] March 2025: None
3. INVESTMENTS
The Charity had no Investments during this or the previous financial period.
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
4. INCOMING RESOUCES
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
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| Funds | Funds | 2024/2025 | 2023/2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Donations, Legacies and Similar | ||||
| Income | ||||
| Donations and Gifts | 6,541 | - | 6,541 | 9,135 |
| Legacies and Bequests | - | - | - | 13,000 |
| Gift Aid Tax Recovered | 1,661 | - | 1,661 | - |
| 8,202 | - | 8,202 | 22,135 | |
| Activities for Generating Funds | ||||
| Services Provided | 12,792 | - | 12,792 | 11,663 |
| Clubs | 18,763 | - | 18,763 | 16,004 |
| Rental Income | 120 | - | 120 | 1,018 |
| Miscellaneous Income | 1,409 | - | 1,409 | 1,775 |
| 33,083 | - | 33,083 | 30,460 | |
| Investment Income | ||||
| Interest Received | 92 | - | 92 | 76 |
| 92 | - | 92 | 76 | |
| Charitable Activities | ||||
| Grants | 6,879 | 41,580 | 48,459 | 65,189 |
| 6,879 | 41,580 | 48,459 | 65,189 | |
| Total Incoming Resources | 48,257 | 41,580 | 89,837 | 117,859 |
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5. RESOUCES EXPENDED
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | Funds | 2024/2025 | 2023/2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Charitable Activities | ||||
| Bank Charges | 60 | - | 60 | 60 |
| Bad Debts | 350 | - | 350 | 244 |
| Computer Costs | 362 | - | 362 | 739 |
| Employer's Pension Costs | 394 | - | 394 | 146 |
| Equipment Costs | 115 | 692 | 807 | 161 |
| Hardship Fund | 325 | - | 325 | - |
| Insurance Costs | 944 | - | 944 | 860 |
| Postage and Stationery | 144 | 16 | 160 | 274 |
| Premises Costs | 5,671 | 12,251 | 17,922 | 16,536 |
| Salaries and Wages | 38,321 | 35,587 | 73,907 | 70,413 |
| Staff Clothing | 157 | 33 | 190 | 216 |
| Subscriptions | 868 | 130 | 998 | 787 |
| Telephone Costs | 1,049 | 30 | 1,079 | 936 |
| Training Costs | 154 | - | 154 | 50 |
| Travel and Subsistence | 542 | 530 | 1,072 | 1,564 |
| Welfare and Refreshments | 268 | 75 | 343 | 589 |
| 49,724 | 49,343 | 99,068 | 93,573 | |
| Governance Costs | ||||
| Legal & Professional Fees | 327 | 43 | 370 | 128 |
| Independent Examiners Fee | 888 | - | 888 | 641 |
| 1,215 | 43 | 1,258 | 769 | |
| Total Resources Expended | 50,939 | 49,386 | 100,325 | 94,342 |
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
6. RESTRICTED FUNDS
| Balance | Balance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31-Mar-24 | Income | Expenditure | Transfer | 31-Mar-25 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Abri Housing* | 96 | 400 | 496 400 |
- | - |
| Berkshire Community Foundation | 394 | 840 | 393 | - | 840 |
| Berkshire Masonic Charity | - | 13 | 13 | - | - |
| Children in Need | - | 421 | 421 | - | - |
| Comic Relief | - | 3,198 | 3,198 | - | - |
| Co-op | 5,177 | 4,702 | 6,823 | - | 3,056 |
| Edward Gostling Foundation | 4,671 | 4,458 | 3,431 4,458 |
- | 5,698 |
| ExxonMobil | 375 | - | 375 | - | - |
| Heathrow Community Trust | - | 11,163 | 6,585 | - | 4,579 |
| Julia Tredgett | - | 200 | 200 | - | - |
| LocalGiving Foundation* | 246 | 92 | 338 | - | - |
| Louis Baylis Charitable Trust | 1,339 | 2,275 | 3,614 | - | - |
| Masonic Charitable Foundation | - | 4,158 | 253 4,158 |
- | 3,905 |
| Michael Shanly Foundation | - | 2,632 | 2,632 | - | - |
| National Lottery | 19,758 | - | 12,511 | - | 7,247 |
| One Slough | 1,044 | - | 1,044 | - | - |
| Prince Philip Trust | 97 | 826 | 923 826 |
- | - |
| Rectory Foundation | - | 1,022 | 1,022 | - | - |
| Spoore Merry & Rixman Foundation | - | 2,048 | 2,048 | - | - |
| Summer Camp 2019 | 536 | 366 | 902 | - | - |
| Tesco | 821 | 1,725 | 1,122 | - | 1,424 |
| The 3H Foundation | - | 1,042 | 1,042 | - | - |
| 34,555 | 41,580 | 49,386 | - | 26,749 |
- In the Annual Report dated 31st Match 2024, the Abri Housing and LocalGiving Foundation year-end balances were combined at £342 and called "Windsor PSG".
The Restricted Funds held are wholly represented by the cash reserves of the Charity.
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
7. CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | Funds | 31-Mar-25 | 31-Mar-24 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Cash at Bank and In Hand | 7,404 | 28,011 | 35,416 | 48,087 |
| 7,404 | 28,011 | 35,416 | 48,087 |
8. DEBTORS AND PREPAYMENTS
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | Funds | 31-Mar-25 | 31-Mar-24 | ||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| Sundry Debtors | 1,480 | - | 1,480 | 6,503 | |
| Prepayments | 803 | - | 803 | 1,810 | |
| Total Debtors and Prepayments | 2,283 | - | 2,283 | 8,313 |
9. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | Funds | 31-Mar-25 | 31-Mar-24 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Accrued Expenses | - | 1,262 | 1,262 | 1,257 |
| Deferred Income | - | - | - | 7,404 |
| Independent Examiners Fee | 780 | - | 780 | 636 |
| PAYE and NI | 673 | - | 673 | 188 |
| Pension Contributions | 75 | - | 75 | 69 |
| Sundry Creditors | 14 | - | 14 | 1,461 |
| 1,541 | 1,262 | 2,804 | 11,015 |
10. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE IN MORE THAN ONE YEAR
The Charity had no long-term liabilities during this financial period.
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
11. STAFF COSTS AND NUMBERS
| 2024/2025 | 2023/2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Gross Wages and Salaries | 73,907 | 70,413 |
| Employer's National Insurance Costs | - | - |
| Pension Contributions | 394 | 146 |
| 74,301 | 70,558 | |
| 2024/2025 | 2023/2024 | |
| Activities to Further Charity's Objectives | 1.90 | 1.88 |
| Fundraising Activities | 0.18 | 0.17 |
| 2.07 | 2.05 |
No employees received emoluments in excess £60,000 (2023/24: None). All employed members of staff are paid through the PAYE system.
12. TRUSTEES AND OTHER RELATED PARTIES
The only payments made to Trustees, or any persons connected with them, during this financial period relate to reimbursements for items purchased on behalf of the Charity in furthering the Charity's objects. No material transaction took place between the organisation and a Trustee, or any person connected with them.
13. RISK ASSESSMENT
The Trustees actively review the major risks which the Charity faces on a regular basis and believe that maintaining the free reserves stated, combined with the annual review of the controls over key financial systems carried out on an annual basis will provide sufficient resources in the event of adverse conditions. The Trustees have also examined other operational and business risks which they face and confirm that they have established systems to mitigate the significant risks.
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07 Notes to the Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] March 2025
14. RESERVES POLICY
The Trustees have considered the level of reserves they wish to retain appropriate to the Charity’s needs. This is based on the Charity's size and the level of financial commitments held. The Trustees aim to ensure the Charity will be able to continue to fulfil its charitable objectives even if there is a temporary shortfall in income or unexpected expenditure. The Trustees will endeavor not to set aside funds unnecessarily.
15. PUBLIC BENEFIT
The Charity acknowledges its requirement to demonstrate clearly that it must have charitable purposes or 'alms' that are for the public benefit. Details of how the Charity has achieved this are provided in the Trustees’ report. The Trustees confirm that they have paid due regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit before deciding what activities the Charity should undertake.
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