## Dovecote Voluntary Parent Committee 

## Annual Report 2024 – 2025 

## Registered Charity No: 1172048 



## **Why Dovecote Children & Families Project is Important** 

There are very few initiatives engaging with families in Greater Leys. The Dovecote centre is based in the centre of the estate is the only provider of out of school play facilities for young children and children with disabilities aged 4 to 10 years old, along with being the only provider of these schemes for children aged 4 to 8 across the Leys estate. 

As a community-driven initiative, we're grateful for the flexibility to adapt and serve the diverse needs of the Leys community. Our holistic approach offers comprehensive services, fostering trust and deep connections with local residents. By providing affordable solutions and drawing in passionate individuals dedicated to enhancing community life, we strive to create a thriving and inclusive environment for all. 

## **Achievements to Date** 

At the heart of our actions lies the principle of actively engaging and consulting with children, young people, and families. Our primary goal is to optimize the utilization of the Dovecote, a cherished community asset. We envision the Dovecote as a dynamic and enjoyable local hub, owned and cherished by the community it serves, enriching the lives of all who interact with it 

Our project is centered on providing children, including those with disabilities, young people, and families, with accessible, high-quality, safe, and inclusive play and social opportunities that may otherwise be unavailable to them. In 1996, during the establishment of the first phase of the new estate, thorough consultation with local residents highlighted the pressing need for stay-and-play sessions, outof-school play facilities, and family social and parenting support groups. This feedback culminated in the formation of the Dovecote Voluntary Parent Management Committee, comprising local parents dedicated to founding the Dovecote Children & Families project. This initiative is led and managed by the Dovecote Voluntary Parent Committee, a formally constituted group. Their commitment and dedication have enabled the project to thrive, creating many new and exciting opportunities for children and families to enjoy for the past 29 years. To date, our project has provided support to over 4,500 families 

Volunteers are indispensable to the success of our project, playing a vital role in its operation. Their dedication and commitment are the essence of our initiative; without them, our project simply would not exist. The ensure accessibility and affordability for all families in the Leys, we offer all activities at below-cost. 

It’s incredibly rewarding to see the growth and development of young children through our programs. Many of them have transitioned from users to dedicated volunteers within our project. Some have even pursued further training to become qualified play workers, contributing to our holidays schemes and eventually embarking on careers in childcare. 

Our current board of trustees includes a remarkable young lady who was once a user of Dovecote services from the age of 4. She now serves as a valued member of our board of Trustees, bringing invaluable firsthand insight and dedication to the project 



## **Project Management** 

We the Dovecote Voluntary Parent Trustees receive regular reports and updates from the Children & Families Services Manager Carol Richards. We hold approximately five to six business meeting per year along with training and informal meetings taking place when required. Trustees are elected at our Annual General Meeting. Annual accounts are prepared by a qualified accountant and signed off at our AGM. Day to day activities of the project is managed and developed in consultation with the committee by the Children & Families Services Manager Children and young people play a lead role in the planning and development of Dovecote Children & Families project. We also employ two part-time afterschool club play workers and have a good bank of regular seasonal play staff. 


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## **Vision, Mission and Values** 

_**OUR VISION** – A world where all children and young people are equal_ 

_**OUR MISSION** – provide services, support and opportunities that support the Improvement of the descending spiral of deprivation and inequality, setting a path for lasting growth_ 

_**OUR VALUES** – We pride ourselves in giving a safe and welcoming environment in order to give our users the ability to development themselves and break the cycle of and the cycle of undesirable peer pressure._ 


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## **Our Contact Details** 

Dovecote Voluntary Parent Committee, Registered Charity number 1172048, Dovecote Centre, Nightingale Avenue, Blackbird Leys, Oxford, OX4 7BU Tel: 01865 712299 Mobile: 07974234661 

E-mail: leysdvpc@hotmail.com Website; www.dovecoteproject.com facebook: Dovecote Centre 

## **Office Hours** 

Monday 8.30 am until 3 pm Tuesday 2 pm until 5 pm Wednesday & Thursday 8.30 am until 5 pm 

## **Trustees** 

Rachel Partlett – Chairperson; Amie Prior – Secretary; Jessica Brain, Tara Collier, Craig Logan 

## **Dovecote Team** 

Carol Richards: Children & Families Services Co-ordinator Sharon Bishop Play Assistant Delvise Saunders Play Assistant Vikki Crawford Play Co-ordinator Along with a range of seasonal staff throughout the year 

## **Volunteers** 

Del Saunders, Alison Logan 

_Mr Peter J Stevenson, MA FCA, has independently examined our accounts_ 


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## **Chairs Report** 

Welcome everyone and thank you for attending this year’s AGM. 

## I am pleased to present our annual report for 2024-2025. 

As we wrap up another successful year for our project, we take a moment to reflect on the progress made possible through the generous support of the National Lottery Community Fund. This funding has empowered us to focus on groundbreaking initiatives, rebuild relationships with key partners and organizations, and cultivate new collaborations. We are thankful for the opportunities that have allowed us to extend our reach and enhance our impact within the community. 

Central to our work is a steadfast commitment to amplifying the voices and addressing the needs of vulnerable young people, families, and children. We prioritize their experiences and insights from our partners to guide the evolution of our services and drive meaningful change. 

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the Trustees who continue to dedicate their time, support, and oversight to the Charity’s work. Their unwavering commitment is invaluable, and without their support, our project would not be possible. 

On behalf of the entire team, I would like to extend our deepest thanks to all of our supporters and partners for their continued dedication over the past year. 

## **Treasurers Report** 

2024/25 financial accounts have been prepared by our long-standing accountant Peter J Stevenson MA FCA 

As in previous years, our focus during this reporting period has been on identifying and funding inspiring initiatives that make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people, and families. The ongoing cost-of-living crisis has undoubtedly posed challenges for all children and young people across the UK, with those already facing disadvantages experiencing even greater hardship 

## **Secretary** 

This report highlights the journey of our Dovecote team and Trustees, illustrating our creativity and innovative approach in maintaining our vital presence for children, young people, and families who depend on our support. 

What distinguishes our project is our deep commitment to learning from the lived experiences and voices of local residents, along with the inspiring stories and insights of young people. We use these perspectives to address challenges proactively, working to ensure that other families and young individuals do not face similar hardships. 

The past few years have undoubtedly been some of the most challenging for our project, but I couldn't be prouder of the work we do and the community we serve. Looking to the future, we are fully aware of the scope of what lies ahead. With a bold vision, clear strategy, and a team of incredibly dedicated individuals, we are ready to tackle the challenges before us. We invite you to join us as we work toward creating a society that meets the needs of every child, young person, and family. 


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## **Afterschool Club** 

Children attending Dovecote afterschool club have access to a variety of activities and opportunities; 

- team games - communication and leadership skills, cooperation, friendship 

- Art and crafts –creativity, imagination, fine motor skills 

- Outdoor risky play, (many of the children reside in flats) 

- Offsite trips – develop both mentally and physically, social awareness, keep healthy 

- Activities that supported learning and development -, sensory play, baking, and much more - nurture curiosity, increase confidence to try new things, learn new skills purpose-built sensory room and garden provides therapeutic play 

Children are provided with healthy snacks throughout the session, along with toast, a selection of toppings, and a treat such as a biscuit or cake 

After-school clubs are incredibly important for children growing up in poverty, as they often don’t have access to similar opportunities outside of these spaces. More than just a place for fun and socializing, these clubs are key in boosting focus and academic performance. By providing a variety of activities, they support children's social, physical, and creative development, helping to build essential skills and learning habits that can benefit them in their studies 


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## **Holiday Playschemes** 

These programs continue to be in high demand, particularly during the summer months. Children and young people aged 4 to 10 who participated in our initiatives had the chance to engage in a wide range of activities, opportunities, and experiences that are often out of reach for them. 

Example of activities and experiences on offer to support children’s learning at develop are: 

- team games - communication and leadership skills, cooperation, friendship and social skills 

- art and crafts – improve coordination, visual processing abilities, creativity, imagination, fine motor skills along with supporting children to express themselves 

- music/ drama workshops– greater confidence, fun, increase awareness of what they can achieve. 

- outdoor risky play, (many of the children reside in flats), offsite trips – develop both mentally and physically, social awareness, keep healthy, 

- science activities, sensory play and much more - nurture curiosity, increase confidence to try new things, learn new skills 

- purpose built sensory room and garden provides therapeutic play 

- Free play, an important role to a child’s emotional growth. It supports children to take and manage risk and overcome challenge. Which in turn helps build self-esteem and confidence 



- Cooking activities, encourage reading, following directions, measuring along with fine motors skills hand coordination 

A massive thank you to all the staff for delivering an incredibly fun, safe, and successful scheme 

## **Stay & Play** 

Despite many of our regular children moving on to nursery in September, our stay-and-play sessions remain busy, with Wednesday sessions being the busiest. As the weather improves, we look forward to utilizing the outdoor garden more, which will allow us to offer high-quality outdoor activities and experiences. 

We continue to support new mums, dads and grandparents. For them, sessions offer an opportunity to meet new people which in turn supports them to overcome the feeling of loneliness, isolation and much more. We also support parents suffering with anxiety and depression. Our Little Doves messenger group serves as a valuable source of support for parents. Within our community, we're fortunate to have experienced grandmothers who actively participate in our sessions, offering exceptional encouragement and support to younger moms and dads. What is the saying “It really does take a village to raise a child” 

Sessions provide the following; 

- A place where children are able to explore and play safely. 

- A place where children learn from having fun. Our sessions offer a wide-range of play activities and educational toys to assist children’s developmental needs. 

- Sessions provide local families with access to a wide variety of activities and opportunities 

- Sessions offer fun outdoor play experience and exploring outside is keenly encouraged 

- Sessions include free-play, messy play, arts and crafts sensory play in our sensory room. Opportunities and experiences on offer help children by; encouraging speech and language, encouraging sharing and turn-taking and exploring new and exciting activities. 

Working in partnership with parents is central to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and it is widely acknowledged that developing successful relationships between parents and providers can have long-lasting and beneficial effects on children’s learning and wellbeing 

Research has found that 'Stay and Play' sessions where parents and their children play and learned songs, are linked to small but significant reductions in parenting stress, improvements in mothers' health, and better learning environments in the children's own homes. 



## **Partnership Work** 

We have been successful in establishing new partnerships with Reducing the Risk, Domestic Abuse Services, the community platform, and the Oxford County Council Warm Spaces initiative. Additionally, we’ve reached out to Thames Valley Police and A2 Dominion Domestic Abuse Services, who will collaborate with us in developing services to support victims of domestic abuse. These partnerships will enhance our ability to provide crucial resources and assistance to those in need within our community. We’ve also formed three new partnerships with Oxford City Council, Garbbott (Specialist Web & Ecommerce Development) 

, and Oxford University, working together set up and develop a new community website for Blackbird Leys, called 'Leys Engine. 

Strengthening of partnership work continued throughout the year with the following partners; CDI project, Migrant Children Together Project, Oxford Hub, Oxfordshire County Council HAF (Holiday Activities Funding) Team, Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire, Seesaw, local Schools and Blap - Blackbird Leys Adventure. 

## **Developments** 

The security of lottery funding has been transformative for our project. Over the past year, it has allowed us to concentrate on what truly matters—developing the project, building partnerships, and reengaging with vulnerable families. Without this crucial support, these essential aspects would have been at risk. Instead, our focus would have shifted entirely to the project’s survival, with time-consuming fundraising applications taking priority over meaningful work. 

Further development for our project this year was a launch of our SKIP (Senior & Kids Intergenerational project) project. We delivered a pilot project in September with the official launch of the project taking place Thursday 6[th] February 2025. We had a good attendance on the day of the launch. We are working closely with CDI to engage with more elderly residents 

This scheme is being delivered in partnership with the Leys CDI over 55’s project. A pilot of this unique intergenerational initiative was conducted from June to August this year. Feedback and consultation gathered during the pilot phase led to the official launch of the project on Thursday, November 7th, 2024. Sessions will take place every Thursday during term time, from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. The need for, and the benefits of, intergenerational activities have been recognized as a vital support for the local community’s health and well-being. Many local juniors and seniors lack interaction with younger or older generations in their lives. By bringing these two groups together, the sessions aim to reduce isolation and loneliness, enhance education, and promote the proven sense of happiness that arises from intergenerational connections. 



## **Future Planned Developments 2025-2026** 

For over 28 years, project users and community groups have been at the heart of our development. Involving them in the design, delivery, and management of services has ensured that we address locally identified needs, rather than adhering to externally imposed priorities. This approach has been key to the effectiveness and success of our project. 

Our experience has shown that face-to-face interactions are the most effective way to gather meaningful feedback. Taking the time to explain the importance of evaluation, guiding families through the process, and genuinely listening to their perspectives makes a significant impact. This practice has shaped the direction of our project, deepening our understanding of the community. 

The insights we've gained have enriched our knowledge of what works, revealing how both individual and collective outcomes can transform families, neighbourhoods, and future opportunities. Looking ahead, this user-centred approach will continue to guide our efforts in creating positive, lasting change 

Walking bus services from the other two main primary schools. Increase access for working for lowincome families and single parents to local affordable local childcare Development of SKIP project 

Training for staff and volunteers 

Creation and development of Domestic Abuse support services for local families Empowering more local residents to become more involved with our project Securing the long-term sustainability of Dovecote Children & Families project **Lessons learnt** 

My belief is that community projects have the power to teach invaluable life lessons. They help support a deeper understanding of humanity, generosity, work ethic, empathy, acceptance, faith, humility, and kindness 

- Relationships, relationships, relationships. These are what are important 

- Importance of supporting Trustees, staff and volunteers. 

- Delegate tasks appropriately and enforce realistic deadlines. ... 

- Importance of listening, really listening 

- The importance of consistency of services 

- The instrumental role of new partnerships and the continues firming up of existing partners 

- The importance and value of multiple information sources to share and receive 

- The importance of continuously reassessing project delivery to meet the evolving needs of a vulnerable community, while addressing gaps in existing service provisions 

## **What has not gone well** 

Feedback and observation have shown that the cost-of-living crisis is still having a huge negative impact on families and children’s physical and mental health. Many families are continuing to face high levels of anxiety and depression, which are negatively affecting their children. The lasting impact of COVID-19 and the shift to remote work continues to fuel frustration among staff. The inability to engage in face-to-face interactions, particularly with housing officers, remains a major source of frustration and is negatively affecting their mental health. As a result, many residents are feeling disconnected, unsupported, and, in some cases, abandoned. 

## **Funding** 

See attached 2024/2025 financial report prepared by Peter Stevens, MA FCA 

## **Reserves Policy of the Dovecote Voluntary Parent Committee** 

The purpose of the Reserves Policy for Dovecote Voluntary Parent Committee is to ensure the stability of our charity, services, employment, and ongoing operations of the organization and to provide a source of internal funds for organizational priorities such as employer’s liabilities and project operational liabilities should the project be faced with winding up. 



## **Steps taken to establish our level of reserve:** 

In order to make a judgment on the amount of reserve Trustees have considered the risks in respect of expenditure, unrestricted income and where appropriate restricted income. Trustees have also taken into consideration current external identified potential major risks to income and expenditure during the year ahead. A risk assessment has been undertaken for the period 2024/25 and the following has been determined: 

- Limited funding sources available 

- Level of employer’s liability 

## **How Did We Set Our Reserves Level** 

Appropriate level of reserves was set taking the following into consideration: 

- a) discussion with manager, treasurer and trustees; 

- b) analysis of cash flow; 

- c) analysis of existing funds and reserves; 

- d) review of future income streams with an assessment of their reliability; 

- e) review of committed expenditure; 

- f) examining the likely changes in funding/donations; 

- g) assessment of how your charity may cope with changes in income; 

- h) studying the likely effects on the beneficiaries; 

- i) assessment of the risks facing the charity, and how likely these are to materialise; 

- j) forecasting levels of income in future years (taking into account the reliability of each source of income, and the prospects for opening up new sources); 

- k) forecasting expenditure in future years on the basis of planned activities; 

- l) analysis of project organisational liabilities, contingencies or risks; and assessment of the likelihood of each of those needs arising, and the potential consequences for our charity not being able to meet them; 

- m) charity income being volatile in nature and currently has high liabilities; n) charity is working on some financial difficulties it is facing; o) current climate charity is faced with, really threat of insolvency; 

The reserves we have set aside ensure that our charity can cover all liabilities incurred if funding to continue the project is not secured. We intend to maintain our reserves at a level that is at least equivalent to three months' worth of project wind-down costs, as well as employer’s and organizational liabilities, such as office expenses, asset disposal, and the storage of legal documents and confidential information. 

## **Acknowledgements:** 

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all individuals, groups, and organisations whose contributions have been instrumental in sustaining the success of the Dovecote Children & Families projects throughout the past year. Your unwavering assistance and support have been indispensable in enabling the Dovecote Voluntary Parent Committee to uphold its mission of providing high-quality, affordable play experiences and opportunities for children, including those with disabilities, as well as young people and families residing in one of Europe's largest social housing estates. 



## **Finally** 

We extend immense gratitude to all our staff for their outstanding dedication in creating a fun, happy, friendly, welcoming, secure, challenging, and stimulating environment for the children.", young people and families of the Leys! 

## _**ALSO, A MASSIVE BIG THANKS TO:**_ 

_Trustees and wonderful volunteers who help make Dovecote Children & Families project happen Funders for their valuable support Peter Stevenson for examining the accounts Dovecote users, parents, carers and children and young people who make it all worthwhile_ 

**Reaching Communities Lottery Community Fund** FUND **Oxford Food Hub Oxford County Council HAF - Holiday Activities Funding Peabody Housing Group Garbott Specialist Web Agency Well Together** 



DOVECOTE VOLUNTARY PARENT COMMirrEE CIO
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
INDEX
Page 1-3
Report of the Trustees
InLlependent Examiner's Report
ststernent of Financial Activities
8alance Sheet
Notes to ttte Financial Statements
Statement of Financi81 Activities 2023124
(for COmpa￿tive purposes)
Detailed Income & Exp6nditure Account
Registered Charity No,. 1172048

OOVECOTE VOLUNTARY PARENT COMMirrEE CIO
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMeNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
TRUSTEES
Arni8 Prior
Jessica Brain
Rachel Part5ett
Tara Collier
Craig Logan
REGISTERED OFFICE
The Dovecote
Nightingale Avenue
81ackbird Leys
Oxford
OX4 58U
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER
Peter J Stevenson
BANKERS
Barclays Bank plc, Oxford
Lloyds Bank plc

DOVECOTE VOLUNTARY PARENT COMMITTEE CIO
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The Trustses present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Charltable status
Dovecote Voluntary Par
numb8r 1172048.
nt Committee is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO) registered in England,
Trustèe8
The Trustees who have held office at any point during the period end8d 31 March 2025 and to the date of this
report are as follows.
Rachel Partlett (Chair)
Amie Prior (Secretary)
Jessica 8rain
Tara Collier
Craig Logan
Structuré, Gov•rnance! and Management
The Committee was originally established under a Constitution adopt8d in 2007. The charitable incorporated
organisation (CIO) formed in 2017 acquired the asset8 and liabilitios of the former unincorporated body.
Additlonal trustees may be appointed by thé Cornmlttee; all new trustees are offered appropriate training in
order to fulfil their role.
Objectlves and actlvlti•
The object of the charity is to provlde facilities for the daily care, recreation and education of Childffjn during out
of school hours and school holidays.
The charity also aims to odvance the education and training of persons in the provision of such care, education
and recreational facilitie8.
Achiov•m•nts and porforman¢•
Thanks to a major 3-year grant from the Lottery Fund, the charity has been able to expand its activities greatly,
and to develop further rts plans for broadening its app8al and relevance within the local community. In the past
year it has attracted grants and donations tot811ing £117.337 for its core work, including £88,233 from National
Lottery under the Reaching Comrnunities prograrnm6, their year runs from January to December.
In total, £73,370 of Restr
ted Funds has been carried forward for use in 2025126.
Full details of achieveme
ts and fulure plans may be found on the charity's website.
Public benofil
The Trustees of ihe cha
also to the guidance on
duties. All activities are u
'ty have had due regard both tc the objectives of the charity, as set out above, and
public benefit published by the Charity Commission, in exercising their powers and
dertaken in furtherance of the charity's objects, as outlined above.
Rlsk management
The principal risks the c
safeguarding i8sue8 ari
arity may fa￿ are perceived to be inadequate futur8 funding and the possibility of
ng in the children's activitie5. To mitigate these risks, more than sufficiènt future
funding has been secured in the short term, and appropriate safeguarding measures have been put in place.

DOVECOTE VOLUNTARY PARENT cOMMI￿EE CIO
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Icontlnuedl
Flnanclal Review
Income for the year tot•lled £128,475 (2024 £124,218) and expenditure £93,031 (2024 £94,289) The net
surplus of £35,444 (202
£29,929) has been added to the fund balances, resulting in rese￿e8 carried foNard
of £222,426 of which £
,370 (2024 £49,214) were restricted funds and £75,000 (2024 £66,000) were funds
designated for redundan
osts in the event of the charity being wound up.
After making appropria
enquiries, the trustees have a reasonable 8xpectation that the charity has adequate
resources to continue i
OP8raticn for at least 12 months from the date of signing this report, and have
therefore continued to adopt th8 going concern basis in p￿parIng the financial statements.
Plans for Future Perlods
th the Reaching Communrties support, the charity plans to develop further its Partnership and outreach
work, and to provide more oftsite facilities for local families. It will develop and expand its holiday playscheme
and its specialist facilitie$, whilst maintslning its core services, as described on the charity's website.
Statsment of Trustoe8' Re8pon81bllltles
The Trust88s are responsible for p￿parIng the Report of the Trustees and flnanclal statements In accordanc8
with applicable law and regulations.
Charity law requires the. Trustees tc prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the
Trustees have elected lo prepare the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally
Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Stsndards and appliGable law). Under charity law
the Trustees must not approve the financi81 statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair
view of the state of a
'rs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the
charity for that period.
n preparing those financial statements, the Trustees are required to select suitable
accounting policies and
then apply them consistently- make judgements and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent,. and prepa
presume that the charity
e the financial statements on the going cencern basis unless it is inappropriate to
ill continue in business.
Th8 Trustges are respo
sible for keeplng proper acccunting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy
at any time the financial,position of th8 charity. Th8y are also responsible fer safeguarding the assets of the
charity and hence for tak
ng reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularitie8.
re aware, there is no ￿levant informatlon (information needed by the independent
ith preparing his report) of which the charity's examiner is unaware, and each Trustee
at he ought to have taken in order to make himself aware of any r@18vant information
xaminer 15 aware ofthat information.
So far as the Trustees
examiner in connection
has taken all the Steps t
and to establish thai the
Independent Examlnor
Peter J Stevenson has
examiner will be prop05
ignified his willingness to wntinue in office and a resolution to r&appoint him as
at the forthcoming annual general meeting
on 13 May 2025
.Approved by the Truste
And signed by order of th
Trustees by
Amie Prior
TTUStee and Secretary

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Independent Exydminer's Report to the Trustees of
Dovecote Voluntary Parent Committee CIO
T report on th¢ a￿o￿tsts of the charity for th¢ year ended 3 I" March 2025, which are set out
on pages 5 to 9.
Respeellve Respo
ibilities of Tru8t¢eJ and Examiner
As the charity's trustles you are ￿spOnSible for the preparation of the a¢ftA)unts. You constder
the audit r¢quirem¢nt of s¢ction 144 of the Charilies Act 2011 (the Art) does not apply,
and that an independ*nl examination is needed. Jt is my responsibility to state on the basis of
Procedurgs spe¢ified in the G¢neral Dsrections given by the Charity Commissioners under
section 145 of the Ael whether particular matters have come to my attention.
B￿ly of Independ¢nl EiamiDer's R¢port
My examination w
Charity Commission
th¢ ¢harity and & co
consideration of any
from you a8 trustees
all the evidence thai
opinion on th¢ view
carried our in a¢¢ordance with the General Ditections given by th
. An examination includes a review of th¢ act4)unting records kept by
parison of the accounts pr¢sented with those rKords. It also includes
unusual items or disclosur¢5 in the a¢oounts, and seeking explanation
onc¢rning any such m8tt¢rs. I'he procedures undertaken do not provide
ould be required in an audit, and consequently I do noi expregs an audit
ivcn ty the a￿OUnt$.
Independent Eia
'ner'g Statemenl
In Connection with m
examination, no matter has Come to my attention:
(l ) which gives me
to keep a¢¢ountin
lo prepare acLxsu
ftccixmtin8 requi
sonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
records in a￿OrdanCe with 8e¢tion 130 of the Act: and
s whi¢h accord with the ac¢ounting records and to ¢omply with the
rnents of the Act
have not been met
or
{2) to which, in m
understanding of
opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a prop¢r
e accounts to be reached.
Peter J. Stev¢nson
Flat 25, Cherw¢ll Cou
Bftnbury Road.
Kidlington
OX5 2BG
Date: 13 May 2025

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(Regl8tsred Charity No. 1172048)
P*g• 5
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAU ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31str MARCH 2025
Ro•lrl¢t•(I
Fund¥
Unr•strlct•d
Fund•
2025
Tot•l•
2024
Totals
INCOME
Grants donations
117,187
257
117,444
109.164
Astivltlos for gen6r•tlng lunds:
Fees and hinngl
9,971
9,971
12,812
Other In￿rne
Rèfund8
Interest
959
101
959
101
1.668
556
TOTAL INCOME
117,187
11,288
128,475
124,218
EXPENDITURE (Not• 31
Fundralslng Ind publiclly
5,8J9
5,859
5.785
Charitable aclwrtièg
Staff Costs
A¢tNty coslj
Property Costs
¢)ffl¢g costs
Prof•sslon•l f••$
71.259
10,970
2.S85
1.084
1,294
71,259
10,97D
2,565
1,084
1,294
68,080
15.330
3.155
804
1.135
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
93.031
92,031
94,289
NEf MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
24.106
11,288
3S,444
29,929
Funda bll At 1st April 2024
49,214
137,788
186,982
157,053
Tolal fund• elf •131it Mar¢h %)26
£73,370
£149,066
£222,420
£186.982
The noleJ on page 3 form part ￿ those account$,
All Activrties grg continuing,. Ih8r• are no gain5 and 108ses other ittan
those r8cognlsad throuph the Stslern•nt of FIn0n￿al Aclivitle8.

DOVECOTE VOLUNTARY PARENT COMMITTEE CIO
(Reglstered Charlty No. 1172048)
Pag? 6
BALANCE SHEET AS AT
1 ST MARCH 2025
2026
2024
Noto
FIXED ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors and pr
Bank deposit a
Cash at bank a
payments
unts
d in hand
500
88,483
134,853
1,120
86,157
100,985
223,836
188,282
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Creditors
1,410
1,280
NET CURRENT ASSETS
222,428
186,982
NET ASSETS
£222,426
£186 982
FUND BALANCES
Restricted fund
Designaled fun
Other unrestrict
73,370
75,000
74,058
49,214
65,000
d fund8
£222 426
£188 982
NB Designated funds repr
in the event of the cha
sent a provision for redundancy costs
ty being wound up
These accounts were appr
Ved by the Management Committee on 13 May 2025
SIGNED..
R chel Partlett
SIGNED...........
Amie Prior

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NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
1. Ba818 Df accountlng
These financial ststemen
appllcable in the UK and
with the accompanying A
were transferred in at 1 sl
have been prepared in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard
epublic of Ireland IFRS 102) The statements should be read in Conjunction
nual Report, All the assets and liabilitiès of th• former unincorporated body
pril 2017.
2. Accountlng polici98
(a) Income Is included in
he SofA when..
the entity becomes
titled to the resources, it is probable that the income will be received,
and the monetary value can be measured with suff icient wliability.
(b) Llabllltl•8 are recog
the entity to pay out
isad a8 Soon as there is 8 legal or constructive obligation committing
sour¢e8.
3. Exp•ndltur•
Expenditure includes the
or committee expenses
either year. No employee
of employees was 6 (202
nd8p8nd8nt Examinerfs fee £500 (2024 £500); no trustee8 wére pald
irnbursed (2024 NIL), and there were no relaied paty transactions In
' emoluments exceeded £60,000 in elthér y8ar,' th8 average number
61.
2025
2024
4. Debtorn
Payments in a
Insurance
Payroll Seprfi
V8nce'.
500
500
620
£500
5. Crgdltorn
HM Revenue
Other creditor
Customs
1,410
£1,410
1,280
6. R•8trl¢ted fund8
The r8Stricted lund surplu
ai yegr*nd.
represents the unexpended balance of fund monies
7. Golng concom
After making appropriate anquiries. the Trustees have a reasonable 8xpectation that the
Charity has adequate resource8 to continue operatsng for the foreseeable future.
Under all scenarios review
as a going COn￿M for at I
the charily has suffi'cient reserves to continue operating
ast 12 months from the date of signing this report. and
consequently has adopted this basis in preparing the accounts.

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR END*D 31ST MARCH 2024
FOR COMPARATI+E PURPOSES
Re8trl¢t•d
Funds
Unre8trlctod
Fund8
2024
TotalB
INCOME
Grants and donations
107,799
1,365
109,164
Activiti88 for generating fu
Fe88 and hiring8
d8:
12,812
12,812
other income
Refunds
Intéregt
1,886
558
1,686
556
TOTAL INCOME
107,799
16,419
124,218
EXPENDITURE
Fundraising and publicity
4234
1,551
5,785
Charit8bl8 activities
Staff costs
Activity costs
Propèrty costs
Offico costs
Professional fees
68,080
15,330
3,155
68,080
15,330
3,155
804
1,135
804
1,135
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
90,799
3,490
94.289
NET MOVEMENT IN FUN
17,000
12,929
29.929
Funds blf at 1st April 2023
32,214
124,839
157,053
Total fund8 clf at 318t
rch 2024
£49,214
£137,768
£188,982

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DETAILED INCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
2024125
2023124
INCOME
Fees and rentsls
Refund
7,501
959
10,342
1,686
R•8trlctetl grants:
Oxon CCIOxford City: holiday funding
Together Wellbein9
Blackbird Leys Parish Co
Reaching Communities: L
Other grants in 2023124
19,669
11,286
9,413
500
91,727
6,159 107,799
ttery Fund
86,232
0 117,187
Unrnstrfctsd grants and do
Various
atlons:
267
1,365
8uilding Management fee
Bank interest
2,470
101
2,470
556
TOTAL INCOME
£128 475
£124 218
EXPENDITURE
Wage8
Tralning, travel and subsi
Services Coordinator.- 8ala
Fundraising fee
Equipment, workshops &
Renl
Insurance
Sensory garden refurbish
Accountancy and bookke
Payroll charges
Inspection and DBS chec
Telephone (Inc. Insurance)
Advertising
Miscellaneous
34,392
867
36,000
5,859
8,370
2,600
555
2,010
500
620
174
653
31,248
832
36,000
5,295
14,851
2,600
555
tence
ips
ent
ping
550
585
479
644
490
160
431
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
£93,031
£94,289
SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR
£35