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2025-09-30-accounts

Charity Registration No. 1179010

Company Registration No. 10961014 (England and Wales)

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trustees Mr C Campbell Mr J Wheeler Miss S Granston (Appointed 18 April 2025) Lady J J Charles (Appointed 16 March 2026) Charity number 1179010 Company number 10961014 Principal address Unit 8 Alpha Business Park Travellers Close Welham Green Herts AL9 7NT Registered office Unit 8 Alpha Business Park Travellers Close Welham Green Herts AL9 7NT Independent examiner Hansford Brown Limited Unit 8 Alpha Business Park Travellers Close Welham Green Herts AL9 7NT

Bankers Metro Bank G19 - G21 The Victoria Centre Southend on Sea Essex SS1 2NG

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

CONTENTS

Page
Trustees' report 1 - 3
Statement of trustees' responsibilities 4
Independent examiner's report 5
Statement of financial activities 6
Balance sheet 7
Notes to the financial statements 8 - 15

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 30 September 2025.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's Articles of Association, the Companies Act 2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)".

Objectives and activities

The charity's objects are to provide a safe environment for young carers aged 8 to 18 years, living within the county of Essex, to help reduce their isolation and enhance individual wellbeing by:-

The policies adopted in furtherance of these objects have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission.

Achievements and performance

Kool Carers South East Ltd continued to provide young carers aged 8 to 18 years, with a safe environment to gain professional support and reduce the feelings of isolation that so many were experiencing.

Whilst many of the young carers being supported had their own additional needs, the charity continued to witness an increase in the number of young carers living with neurodiversity. The families that the charity supported were experiencing physical and mental health issues, learning difficulties, drug and alcohol abuse, domestic abuse and poverty.

In the past year, Kool Carers has:

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

What we’re proud of;

In the early summer, we held a 6-week carnival programme, which allowed young carers the opportunity to create beautiful carnival headdresses and masks using different mediums. They then had the opportunity of participating and showcasing their creative talents at not only the Basildon Carnival, but also the Notting Hill Carnival.

Another exciting opportunity was when Kool Carers had the opportunity to work with local radio station Gateway Fm. Young carers were given tours of the studio and encouraged to compose a short radio piece, based around their favourite activities outside of their caring responsibilities. Young carers then made their own radio programme which was aired on radio on the Bank Holiday Monday in August.

Supporting Children in Need with their 2025 appeal, was a an honour, which involved one of our families being filmed by Russell Kane the comedian, to emphasize the challenges and lived experiences of being a young carer. One of the young carers respite sessions was also filmed and our CEO was interviewed by Russell Kane, which highlighted the work of Kool Carers and why it is such a crucial community resource, that works holistically to support young carers and their families.

After a quality assurance visit from Essex Youth Service at a Kool Carers group facilitated in Basildon, we were delighted to be awarded the Gold Award once again, for delivering high quality youth work provision. The continual success of our charity shop has helped to provide financial sustainability to the charity. Furthermore, we are so delighted that we were approached and were able to offer work experience to neurodiverse students.

Financial review

The Charity has maintained its level of income for the year at £241,405, which has resulted in the accounts showing a surplus of £16,599. The Charity retains reserves of £142,269 comprising £26,118 of restricted funds and £123,151 of general funds.

The trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, and are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.

Structure, governance and management

The organisation is a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity. The charity was registered as a charity as of 2 July 2018.

The trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were:

Mrs R Klass (Resigned 28 January 2025) Mr C Campbell Mr D Baker (Resigned 16 March 2026) Mr J Wheeler Miss S Granston (Appointed 18 April 2025) Lady J J Charles (Appointed 16 March 2026)

We confirm that new trustees are appointed by a quorum of existing trustees/directors at a general meeting. None of the trustees have any beneficial interest in the company. All of the trustees are members of the company and guarantee to contribute £10 in the event of a winding up.

The trustees have no associations or links with any other charities.

Mission Statement

Young carers will be provided with a safe environment, to gain professional support, whilst having the opportunity to participate in tailored group activities, where they can develop life-skills, gain new knowledge, attend therapeutic interventions and respite opportunities. Kool Carers will work in partnership with young carers, their families and professionals in-order to safeguard, protect and secure positive outcomes for young carers.

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

Vision statement

Our vision for young carers; is a community where young carers no longer feel they have to care in the shadows, as they are able to develop positive relationships with young people, with whom they share an identity. Young carers will have increased self-confidence and enhanced resilience, which will improve individual emotional wellbeing and provide a foundation for them to build positive aspirations for the future.

The trustees' report was approved by the Board of Trustees.

Lady J J Charles (Jun 30, 2026 16:08:20 GMT+1)

Lady J J Charles Trustee Dated: 30 June 2026

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES' RESPONSIBILITIES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

The trustees, who are also the directors of Kool Carers South East Ltd for the purpose of company law, are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

Company law 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 charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that year.

In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:

The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Kool Carers South East Ltd (the charity) for the year ended 30 September 2025.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the trustees of the charity (and also its directors for the purposes of company law), you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.

Having satisfied myself that the financial statements of the charity are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006 and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act 2011.

Independent examiner's statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

We have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached.

Hansford Brown Limited

Unit 8 Alpha Business Park Travellers Close Welham Green Herts AL9 7NT United Kingdom 30 June 2026

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Notes
£
£
Income from:
Donations and legacies
3
49,265
154,841
Charitable activities
4
37,244
-
Investments
5
55
-
Total income
86,564
154,841
Expenditure on:
Raising funds
6
-
-
Charitable activities
7
34,338
190,468
Total resources expended
34,338
190,468
Net income/(expenditure) for the year/
Net movement in funds
52,226
(35,627)
Fund balances at 1 October 2024
70,925
61,745
Fund balances at 30 September 2025
123,151
26,118		 Total
2025
£
204,106
37,244
55
241,405
-
224,806
224,806
16,599
132,670
149,269		 Total
2024
£
216,840
20,323
-
237,163
312
234,932
235,244
1,919
130,751
132,670

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

Notes
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
12
Current assets
Stocks
13
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: amounts falling due within
one year
14
Net current assets
Total assets less current liabilities
Net assets excluding pension liability
The funds of the charity
Restricted income funds
15
Unrestricted funds		 2025
£
200
139,265
139,465
(2,678)		 £
12,482
136,787
149,269
149,269
26,118
123,151
149,269		 2024
£
200
121,958
122,158
(2,806)		 £
13,318
119,352
132,670
132,670
61,745
70,925
132,670

The company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 30 September 2025.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and for the preparation of accounts.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The financial statements were approved by the trustees on 30 June 2026

Lady J J Charles (Jun 30, 2026 16:08:20 GMT+1) Lady J J Charles Trustee

Company registration number 10961014 (England and Wales)

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

1 Accounting policies

Charity information

Kool Carers South East Ltd is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is Unit 8 Alpha Business Park, Travellers Close, Welham Green, Herts, AL9 7NT, United Kingdom.

1.1 Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's Articles of Association, the Companies Act 2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

1.2 Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.3 Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity.

1.4 Income

Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.

1.5 Expenditure

Resources expended are included in the statement of the financial activities on an accruals basis, inclusive of VAT, which cannot be reclaimed.

Expenditure which is directly attributable to specific activities has been included in these categories. Where costs are attributable to more than one activity, they have been appointed across the cost categories on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

The trustees have adopted the policy of capitalising items in excess of £1,000.

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

1.6 Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Leasehold improvements Fixtures and fittings

Over the length of the lease 25% reducing balance

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in the statement of financial activities.

1.7 Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).

1.8 Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition. Items held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured the lower of replacement cost and cost.

Net realisable value is the estimated selling price less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be incurred in marketing, selling and distribution.

Stock consists of items donated for sale, along with wristbands.

1.9 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

2 Critical accounting estimates and judgements

In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

3 Donations and legacies

Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
£
£
Donations and gifts
49,265
154,841
49,265
154,841		 Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2025
2024
2024
£
£
£
204,106
39,536
177,304
204,106
39,536
177,304		 Total
2024
£
216,840
216,840

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

4 Income from charitable activities

Shop Shop
2025 2024
£ £
Sales 37,244 20,323
Analysis by fund
Unrestricted funds 37,244 20,323
5 Income from investments
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2025 2024
£ £
Interest receivable 55 -
6 Expenditure on raising funds
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2025 2024
£ £
Fundraising and publicity
Other fundraising costs - 312

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

7 Expenditure on shop

Donations
2025
£
Direct costs
Depreciation and
impairment
836
Events and activities
7,282
Counselling
11,390
Repairs & maintenance
-
Premises expenses
17,749
Consultancy
3,971
Light & heat
1,537
Printing, postage and
stationery
763
Accountancy
4,000
Insurance
1,311
Staff costs
138,506
Professional assistance &
training
1,994
Bank charges
54
Computer costs
3,011
Other charitable
expenditure
14,235
206,639
Analysis by fund
Unrestricted funds
16,171
Restricted funds
190,468
206,639		 Shop
2025
£
-
-
-
-
12,000
-
2,022
306
-
-
3,393
-
153
25
268
18,167
18,167
-
18,167		 Total
Donations
2025
2024
£
£
836
1,115
7,282
17,476
11,390
20,208
-
-
29,749
13,421
3,971
4,382
3,559
859
1,069
131
4,000
4,000
1,311
2,525
141,899
133,391
1,994
759
207
-
3,036
8,376
14,503
12,068
224,806
218,711
34,338
18,022
190,468
200,689
224,806
218,711		 Shop
2024
£
-
-
-
5,192
8,275
-
863
181
-
-
1,438
-
272
-
-
16,221
16,221
-
16,221		 Total
2024
£
1,115
17,476
20,208
5,192
21,696
4,382
1,722
312
4,000
2,525
134,829
759
272
8,376
12,068
234,932
34,243
200,689
234,932

8 Net movement in funds

Net movement in funds 2025 2024 £ £ The net movement in funds is stated after charging/(crediting): Fees payable for the independent examination of the charity's financial statements - - Depreciation of owned tangible fixed assets 836 1,115

9 Trustees

None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year.

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

10 Employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

2025 2024
Number Number
12 10

The current year has employment costs of £141,899 (2024 : £134,829)

There were no employees whose annual remuneration was more than £60,000.

11 Taxation

The charity is exempt from tax on income and gains falling within section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or section 252 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to its charitable objects.

12 Tangible fixed assets

12
Tangible fixed assets
Leasehold
improvements
Fixtures and
fittings
£
£
Cost
At 1 October 2024
9,973
8,701
At 30 September 2025
9,973
8,701
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 October 2024
-
5,356
Depreciation charged in the year
-
836
At 30 September 2025
-
6,192
Carrying amount
At 30 September 2025
9,973
2,509
At 30 September 2024
9,973
3,345
13
Stocks
2025
£
Raw materials and consumables
200		 Total
£
18,674
18,674
5,356
836
6,192
12,482
13,318
2024
£
200

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

14 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year

Other taxation and social security
Other creditors		 2025
£
1,934
744
2,678		 2024
£
2,632
174
2,806

15 Restricted funds

The restricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used.

At 1 October Incoming Resources At 30
2024 resources expended September
2025
£ £ £ £
61,745 154,841 (190,468) 26,118
Previous year: At 1 October Incoming Resources At 30
2023 resources expended September
2024
£ £ £ £
(282,702) 177,304 (200,689) (306,087)
367,832 - - 367,832
85,130 177,304 (200,689) 61,745

16 Unrestricted funds

The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.

At 1 October Incoming Resources At 30
2024 resources expended September
2025
£ £ £ £
General funds 70,925 86,564 (34,338) 123,151

KOOL CARERS SOUTH EAST LTD

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2025

16 Unrestricted funds (Continued)
Previous year: At 1 October Incoming Resources At 30
2023 resources expended September
2024
£ £ £ £
General funds 45,621 59,859 (34,555) 70,925

17 Analysis of net assets between funds

Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
£
£
At 30 September 2025:
Tangible assets
12,482
-
Current assets/(liabilities)
110,669
26,118
123,151
26,118
Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2024
2024
£
£
At 30 September 2024:
Tangible assets
13,318
-
Current assets/(liabilities)
57,607
61,745
70,925
61,745		 Total
2025
£
12,482
136,787
149,269
Total
2024
£
13,318
119,352
132,670

18 Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year. (2024 - none)

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