The Creative Learning Trust C haritable Incorporated Organisation Registered Charity No: 1171949 ANNUAL TRUSTEES REPORT 1 April 2024- 31 March 2025 The Creative Learning Trust (CLD continues the educational work of the Clinical Science Foundation that was established at St. Bartholomes Hospital in 1990 and The Clinical Science & Education Foundation that was registered in 2001 . Address: 24 Cherry Walk, HAYES, Bromley, Kent BR2 7LT.
CONTENTS 1 . Trustees 2. Trustees, Report- 202412025 2.1 Brief History of CLT 2.2 Objects and Powers of CLT 2.3 Future of the CLT Financial Report Accountant's Report
THE CREATIVE LEARNING TRUST 24 Cherry Walk, HAYES, Bromley, Kent BR2 7LT. The Creative Learning Trust continues the educational work of the Clinical Science Foundation, established at St. Bartholomew's Hospital in 1990 and The Clinical Science & Education Foundation established in 2001. Registered Charity No. 1171949 (Charitable Incorporated Organisation). 1. TRUSTEES Dr David Russell WHITE. MSC. PhD Retired Clinical Phy51ClSt Mr lan Edward Jamieson JOHNSON. MAC, Dip CBH, FIBMS Psychological Therapist and Life Coach. Former roles in clinical science and health management. Dr Paul Jonathan BRAMWELL. MA, MEd, PhD Special Needs Adviser. Experienced special needs teacher. Ms Carmen Mirela STAN. BA, PGDip (SLT) Paediatric Specialist Speech & Language Therapist. Experienced special needs teacher. Specialist Adviser Mrs Lucy Mackechnie. Bsc (Hons) Speech Sciences Adult Neurology Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
- TRUSTEES, REPORT- 202412025 2.1 Brief History of CLT In 1990, just after the Revolutions in Eastern Europe, Brian Mansfield (The Protekton Trust) asked David White to go to Romania to run some training sessions in selected hospitals. We never believed that we would return again and again for the next 30 years. But we did, and in the process got to know many British and Romanian people who wanted to contribute to improving the poor conditions in central and Eastern Europe. Originally, the charity we formed, The Clinical Science Foundation ICSF} {Registered Charity No. 10381481, concentrated on clinical science, providing medical equipment to children's hospitals, medical laboratories and GP practices in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Numerous West-East and East-west training visits were organised, covering topics such as clinical physics, community medicine. nutrition, paediatrics and medical laboratory science. A chance meeting in November 1996 between one of our Trustees. Maureen Hancock, and a UK volunteer special needs teacher, Paul Bramwell, significantly changed our direction. Paul, who was working at The School for the Deaf No. l (now called Liceul Tehnologic Special pentru Deficienti de Auz) in CluJ-Napoca, drew our attention to severe problems in providing hearing aids to over 200 children there. We supplied, f ree of any charge, hearing a ids for all the children and set up an Ear-mould Laboratory and a Hearing Aid Repair Workshop at the school. Our work was then extended to the Hungarian School for the Deaf No. 2 (now called Kozmutza Flora Hallassérultek 5pecialis15kolajal and a Special Professional (Vocational) School in the city, which together cared for a f urther 250 children. We soon realised that providing just medical support for these children was not enough. To give them a real chance of a better life we had to tackle their education. Consequently, in 2001 we established The Clinical Science and Education Foundation CSEF} (Registered Charity No. 1086712), with an extended remit. In subsequent years we set up specialist teaching rooms and general classrooms at the schools in Cluj-Napoca. In 2009 the charity started ref urbishing facilities at the Transylvanian Autism Association in the city. In recent years the CSEF'S clinical work in Romania significantly diminished and the Trustees decided that they should focus their efforts on the education of children and adults with special needs in both Romania and the UK. The CSF was removed from the Register of Charities in 2017 and the CSEF was removed in 2018. In their place a new charity, The Creative Learning Trust (CLT), was established in March. 2017. The CLT currently has four Trustees. Three were CSEF Trustees (Dr David White, Mr lan Johnson, Dr Paul Bramwelll. The fourth Trustee is Ms Carmen Stan. Collectively, the CLT Trustees have extensive experience in special needs education and therapy in both the UK and Romania.
2.2 Objects and Powers of CLT A summary of the main objects and powers from the Constitution of The Creative Learning Trust ICLTI are given here. We gratefully acknowledge the support of Ms Penny Chapman and Ms Harriet Ainsworth (BDB Pitmans LLP) for producing the necessary documentation to present to the Charities Commi55ion. Objects The purposes of the Charity are= a) the advancement of the education of those who are in need lincluding children and adults with special educational needs andlor within multicultural communities) in any part of the world, in particular but not exclusively in the United Kingdom, central and eastern Europe- and b) the advancement of the education of medical practitioners and other healthcare workers in any part of the world, in particular but not exclusively in the United Kingdom, central and eastern Europe,. particularly but not exclusively by developing and distributing educational materials and resources and by making grants. Powers The Charity has specif ic powers in the pursult of the objects. including= a) develop educational materials for children and adults with special educational needs- b) provide f inancial support for the education of children and adults with special educational needs- cl develop modern, creative educational resources, tailored to the specific language, communication and cultural needs of children and adults, including those living within multicultural communities in the UK,. d) develop modern, creative educational resources for speech and language therapists working with multicultural communities,. e) liaise with representatives of communities and organisations involved in the support and education of multicultural communities in the UK to ensure that the resources developed by the CLT are culturally appropriate and tailored to their language needs- fl administer the Laurie Whelan Education Awards- g) maintain educational facilities upgraded to date by the Clinical Science and Education Foundation,. h) obtain, manufacture or provide by any means equipment, apparatus or devices appropriate for achieving any of the objects,. j) promote the interchange of professional staff from any part of the world for the purpose of training and continuing professional development and exchanging information and expertise- j) foster and undertake research into any aspecL of the Objects and its work and to disseminate and exchange the results of any such research- The Creative Learning Trust was entered in the Register of Charities on 8 March, 2017.
2.3 Future of the CLT On 2 September. 2024 the trustees unanimously agreed that The Creative Learning Trust ICLTI should be wound up during the next twelve months. The majority of Romanian and British organisations supported by the CLT are now able to f und and upgrade their classroomsltherapy rooms without the involvement of the charity. Similarly, these orga nisations can create viable resources with the help of the extensive Resource Portfolio produced by the CLT. In addition, donated f unds have decreased signif icantly over the past four years. It is also proposed that the remaining restricted and general f unds should be given as grants to those organisations supported by the CLT, In line with the wishes of donors. Comments fr m Aunali Sadikot Accountin and Taxation Consultant on29Au ust 2024 I have gone through the constitution documents of CLT and agree that winding up proposal documents put forward to the Trustees and Doners are in accordance with the constitution documents of CLT. Section 4.19 allows the Trustees to dispose of the assets of CLT to appropriate charities with similar aims. Sections 117, 119 & 123 of Charities Act do not apply to CLT as there is no disposal of land involved. It wa5 decided that the charity's reserves would be allocated to the following organisations that the CLT has successf ully collaborated with for many years. Kozmutza Flora Haiiasséf ultek Specialis Iskoiaja, Cluj-Napoca (Kozmutza Flora C harity, Asociatia Kozmutza Flora Egyesuletl FRSCE Romanian Charity The Laurie Whelan Education Awards Asociatia Autism Transilvania (AAT) Asocia¢ia Colegiului Reformat Cluj Humanity at Heart (UK Registered Charity No. 10429371 The CLT will also continue to support UK Speech and Language Therapy Groups during the closure period, providing specialised learning resources whenever needed and requested. Dr David R. White Trustee
The Creative Learning Trust C haritable Incorporated Organisation Registered Charity No: 1171949 FINANCIAL REPORT 1 April 2024- 31 March 2025 The Creative Learning Trust (CLT) continues the educational work of the Clinical Science Foundation that was established at St. Bartholomews Hospital in 1990 and The Clinical Science & Education Foundation that was registered in 2001 . Address: 24 Cherry Walk, HAYES, Bromley, Kent BR2 7LT.
The Creative Learning Trust Charitable Incorporated Organisation Registered Charity No. 1171949 Balance Sheet at 31 M h 2025 2024/25 2023/24 Tangible Fixed Assets Plant & Equipment Investments Note 8 Note 9 Current Assets Debtors Cash at Bank and in Hand Note 10 18,664 18,664 37,346 37,346 Creditors . Amounts falling due within one year Net Current Assets Note 11 150 18,514 150 37,196 Net Assets 18,514 37,196 Funds Unrestricted Funds General Funds Designated Funds Accumulated Donation Reserve - Unrestricted Note 12 Note13+3 18,514 18,514 30,651 30,651 10,217 40,867 Accumulated Donation Reserve - Restricted Total Funds Note13+2 Note 13 18,514 Approved by the Trustees on I OILJz)4nd signed on its behalf by.. Dr. D. R. White (Trustee) Mr. I. E. J. Johnson (Trustee) The notes on page 3 to 5 form part of these accounts Pagelof5
The Creative Learning Trust
Charitable Incorporated Organisation Registered Charity No.1171949
Statement of Financial Activities at 31 March 2025
| INCOME AND EXPENDITURE | 2024/25 | 2023/24 | |
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| £ | £ | ||
| INCOMING RESOURCES | |||
| Grants | Note 1 | 476 | 100 |
| Grants - Legacy Estates | |||
| Grants - Unrestricted | |||
| General Donations | Note 1 | 150 | 1,300 |
| Gift Aid Allocation | 1,019 | ||
| ExtraordinaryGain on Investment | |||
| Total Incoming Resources | 1,645 | 1,400 | |
| RESOURCES EXPENDED | |||
| Schools/Clinics Upgrades | 14,879 | 4,500 | |
| Grant for Vocational Training | 1,412 | ||
| Learning /TherapyResources | 3,812 | 346 | |
| Total Direct Charitable Expenditure | 20,102 | 4,846 | |
| Other Expenditure | |||
| Fundraising & Publicity | 0 | 0 | |
| Management & Administration Costs | Note 7 | 225 | 225 |
| Total Resources Expended | 20,327 | 5,071 | |
| Net Incoming / (Outgoing) Resources for theyear | (18,682) | (3,671) | |
| Statement of Total Recognised Gains and Losses | |||
| Net Incoming / (Outgoing) Resources for the year | (18,682) | (3,671) | |
| Realised gains and losses | 0 | 0 | |
| Net movement in funds | (18,682) | (3,671) | |
| Funds at 31 March Previous Financial Year | 37,196 | 40,867 | |
| Balance Sheet Figure | 18,514 | 37,196 | |
| Movement on reserves and all recognised gains and losses are shown | above. | ||
| The notes on pages 3 to 5 form part of these accounts |
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The Creative Learning Trust (CLT)
Charitable Incorporated Organisation (Registered Charity No. 1171949)
Notes to the Accounts for period ended 31 March 2025
Accounting Policies
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The accounts have been prepared on an income and expenditure basis under the historical cost convention in accordance with applicable accounting standards and follow the recommendations in Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting by Charities (SORP) issued October 1995.
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Restricted funds are to be used for specified purposes as laid down by the donor. Expenditure that meets these criteria is identified to the fund, together with a fair allocation of overhead and support costs.
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Unrestricted funds are donations and other income received or generated for the objects of the charity without further specified purpose and is available as general funds. Intangible income is not included unless it represents goods or services that would have otherwise been purchased according to the annual budget plan and objectives.
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Depreciation is charged on fixed assets in equal proportions over a five-year period (annual rate of 20%). Assets costing under £500 are treated as revenue expenditure.
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Stocks of purchased goods are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Stocks of donated goods are not valued for accounting purposes.
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The charity is not engaged in any trading activity and is therefore not liable for corporation tax.
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The financial period for which these accounts cover is from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 and this is the set of accounts prepared.
Notes to the Accounts
1. Incoming Resources
These resources consisted of funds such as grants and general donations:
| Incoming Resources | 2024/25 Fundraising |
|---|---|
| Grants | 476 |
| General Donations | 150 |
| GiftAid | 1,019 |
| Total | 1,645 |
2. Restricted Funds Income was received as either general donations or as grants. Some grants were specific in indicating that the money had to be spent on specific projects to improve the standard of educational provision for special needs children and adults in the UK and Romania.
The balance on each restricted fund is carried forward to the new financial year to be applied to the specific fund at the request of the donor. Where it is not possible to apply the funds as per the donors’ requests then permission will be required to redirect these funds to other projects that the CLT is involved in.
The table below shows the income and expenditure for the current year, together with the net position being either a surplus or deficit on current year activities. This surplus or deficit is then added to the fund brought forward balance from the previous year, which then gives the closing balance which is carried forward to the next financial year. Fund expenditure is limited to the funds available, and any excess expenditure is charged directly to unrestricted funds. The carry forward balance is presented as pounds and pence.
| Details | Balances Brought Forward **£.p. ** |
Income | Expenditure £ |
Balances Carried Forward **£.p. ** |
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| School for the Deaf No. 2 (now called_Kozmutza Flóra_ Hallássérültek Speciális Iskolája). |
25.24 | 25.24 | 0 | |
| ElsieWiddowson Estate | 601.28 | 601.28 | 0 | |
| Romanian Visits | 260.70 | 260.70 | 0 | |
| Autism Association | 4,525.16 | 4,525.16 | 0 | |
| LaurieWhelan Education Awards | 279.16 | 279.16 | 0 | |
| Totals | 5,691.54 | 5,691.54 | 0 |
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3. Unrestricted Funds
These funds are used for overhead costs and for restricted funds where the income is insufficient to cover expenditure. Unrestricted funds give flexibility for the Trustees to fund non specific projects which are in the overall remit of the charity’s objectives.
Fundatia Romana pentru Stiinte Clinice si Educatie (FRSCE) is the Romanian sister charity of the The Clinical Science and Education Foundation (CSEF) (now removed and amalgamated with CLT) and was set up to facilitate, safeguard and to maintain its projects and interests in Romania. The involvement of CSEF and CLT Trustees in FRSCE was terminated on 26 April, 2024 when new Romanian board members/trustees were appointed. As the FRSCE now has funding from local Romanian sources, supportive expenditures from the CLT have ceased.
4. Staff Costs and Numbers
There are no directly employed staff. The Trustees and unpaid volunteers presently conduct all the charities activities.
5. FRSCE Grant
Goods delivered by the CLT to Romania are donated to FRSCE, which in turn either offers the items on free loan (under contract) or by donation to appropriate organisations or individuals. The remaining goods delivered to Romania are donated to known and trusted Romanian colleagues and charities, such as Asociatia KOFLEG, a charitable association run by the Hungarian school Kozmutza Flóra Hallássérültek Speciális Iskolája in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Funds are transferred to the FRSCE, Kozmutza Flóra or selected Romanian companies for the purchase of goods and services needed to maintain and develop projects in Romania. These include:
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Books (Romanian and Hungarian) for school libraries.
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Refurbishing work on classrooms and other facilities at schools in Cluj-Napoca.
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Purchase of educational materials for speech and language therapies undertaken
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in Romania and the UK.
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Purchase of furniture, materials and the costs of miscellaneous building, plumbing,
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central heating and electrical work at special needs and other schools in Cluj-Napoca.
6. Directors/Trustees Remuneration and Expenses
The trustees received no remuneration. Travel and subsistence costs are reimbursed to Trustees who travel on charity business.
Directors/Trustees travel expenses during the year:
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Air Fares to Romania/Hungary 0 Total expenses paid to Directors/Trustees 0
7. Total Resources Expended
| Category | Direct Charitable Expenditure £ |
Fundraising & Publicity £ |
Management & Administration £ |
Total £ |
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| Fundraising | ||||
| Legal | ||||
| Accountancy | 150 | 150 | ||
| Bank Charges | 75 | 75 | ||
| Grant to FRSCE Charity | 1,412 | 1,412 | ||
| Learning / Therapy Resources | 3,811 | 3,811 | ||
| Schools/Clinics Upgrades | 14,879 | 14,879 | ||
| Totals | 20,102 | 0 | 225 | 20,327 |
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Reserves Policy
The CLT Trustees have always maintained sufficient unrestricted funds to meet ongoing commitments whilst not maintaining official reserves. To enhance the Charity’s financial resilience, the Trustees are developing a policy for setting up reserve amounts to fund known commitments, the majority of which to be funded from unrestricted funds. The Trustees will aim to have a prudent approach to reserves in that they should be at the correct level to fund commitments that generally will be for an initial period of two years unless rolled forward by one incremental year at a time. Reserves will be reviewed every six months to ensure they are pitched at the correct level.
8. Tangible Fixed Assets
The charity only capitalises its own equipment where the cost is greater than £500. At present the charity does not possess any equipment where the value of each piece exceeds £500.
9. Investments
The charity does not presently have any investments. However, if any of the planned projects run into significant delays then monies will be invested in medium term investments.
10. Debtors
There were no debtor balances.
11. Creditors - Amounts falling due within one year
The accountant’s fee of £150 is payable once the accounts are reviewed.
12. Designated Funds
The charity has no designated funds
13. Associated Charities
The Creative Learning Trust is associated with these charities:
1. Fundatia Romana pentru Stiinte Clinice si Educatie (FRSCE). The involvement of CSEF and CLT Trustees in the running of FRSCE terminated on 26 April, 2024. Romanian board members/trustees now solely run this charity.
2. The Creative Learning Trust is the successor charity which took over all assets and liabilities of The Clinical Science & Education Foundation (Registered Charity No. 1086712) which closed during 2017.
14. Future of the CLT
In September, 2024 the Trustees agreed that the CLT should be wound up during the next twelve months. The reasons being that the Romanian and British organisations supported by the CLT are now able to fund and upgrade classrooms/therapy rooms without the involvement of the charity. Similarly, these organisations can create viable educational resources with the help of the extensive Resource Portfolio produced by the CLT. In addition, donated funds have decreased significantly over the past four years. It was also proposed that the remaining restricted and general funds would be given as grants to those organisations supported by the CLT, in line with the wishes of donors. Consequently, this is the penultimate set of accounts for the CLT.
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Charitable Incorporated Organisation Registered Charity No.1171949 As described on the balance sheet, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts for the accounting period l April 2024 to 31 March 2025, set out on pages I to 5 and it is your belief that the company is exempt from the requirement to have an audit. In accordance with instructions that you gave to me, I have examined these unaudited accounts to asslst you to fulfil your statutory responsibilities. No matter has come to my attention, which in my opinion, needs to be considered to understand the accounts other than those covered In the Notes that accompany it (pages 3-5). Aunall Sadlkot, FCA Date 3Dlv6125