Chair’s Report: January 2025
Dear all,
2024 has been an incredible year for TACTYC! It began with our extraordinary AGM where we passed the resolutions that have enabled us to make such enormous progress. At the meeting, we also appointed six dynamic new trustees: Eleanor Milligan, Stella Smith, Joelle Feudjo-Maneze, Hannah Foster,
Sue Allingham and Karen Vincent. These trustees are now coming up for election and, while they stand uncontested, we hope you will show your support by officially electing them using the following link : htps://forms.ofce.com/e/tMxXif7iGR
What followed shortly after was the launch of our manifesto which we look forward to presenting at the House of Lords in January. If you are yet to do so, please do share the manifesto with your MP and invite them along to the Cholmondeley terrace from 3:30-5pm on Tuesday 21[st] January to the ‘Education: Insights for Policy from Practice’ conference. We also responded to several calls for evidence where we were able to advocate for young children and those who work with them.
Our next job was to refresh and revamp our website to make it easier for you to find information. We hope you are enjoying the new look website and would welcome feedback.
Our journal continues to lead the way in celebrating sector specific research. We also shared research through our webinars and are working on making recordings available to members in the members’ area on our new website. 2024 also saw the launch of our new blog series which you can access through the website or on LinkedIn. If you would like to contribute a blog on play, a reflection or occasional paper, please do get in touch.
The highlight of 2024 for TACTYC was our conference at Conference Aston in November. Over 70 people attended what was a real celebration of the resilience of the Early Years profession and the dedication and commitment of those who are ‘Together And Committed To Young Children’. If you weren’t able to join us, do take a moment to view the conference photos on our website, which give a feel for the energy of the day, and we hope you will come along next year.
Plans are already well underway for 2025. At the end of our conference, we announced next year’s theme: ‘Children and adults playing together in the digital world’. TACTYC 2025 will take place on the 15[th] of November at Conference Aston and booking will open shortly, along with the call for papers.
With the first three webinars of the year advertised on our website too, we look forward to continuing to inform, advocate and lobby on behalf of children and those who work with them.
We thank you all for your continued support and look forward to seeing you at our AGM.
Best wishes,
Viki Veale (Chair)
TACTYC
TACTYC ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY YEARS
Registered Charity No: 1181278
TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 5[th] APRIL 2024
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
CONTENTS
Legal and administrative information
Trustees' report
Independent examiner's report
Statement of financial activities
Financial Statements
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
| Members | There are currently 156 |
|---|---|
| Principal Address | 6 Mitchell Close, |
| Barton-on-Sea, | |
| Hampshire, | |
| BH25 7BX. | |
| Independent examiner | Mrs A J Heald BA (hons) |
| AJ Accounting Services | |
| 62 Castle Hill | |
| Eckington | |
| S21 4AY | |
| Bankers | Lloyds Bank |
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024
The trustees present their report along with the financial statements for the year ended April 2024. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in the Companies Act 2006.
Governing document and objects of the charity
TACTYC is governed by Constitution.
All trustees give their time freely and no remuneration was paid in the year. Details of expenses reclaimed from are set out in the accounts.
Objectives and aims.
The objective of the CIO is: To advance the education of the public, in particular by;
a) providing professional development and advocacy services for those working in early childhood education.
b) promoting and/or conducting research into all aspects of early childhood education and to publish the useful results.
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024
Financial Review
The Statement of Financial Activities shows incoming resources for the year of 2024: £31,580.00 and resources expended for the year of 2024: £26,208. This resulted in a surplus/deficit of 2024: surplus of £5,372.00
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024
Statement of trustees' responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards.
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales 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 of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:
-
select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently.
-
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP.
-
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
-
state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
-
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The trustees are responsible for keeping 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 Charities Act 2011, the Charity Regulations 2008and the constitution. 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.
This report was approved by the trustees on 20[th] November 2024 and signed on its behalf by
Name: ........................................ Position...................................
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF TACTYC
I report on the accounts for the year ended April 2024.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act.
-
follow the procedure laid down in the general directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act: and
-
state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept 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 you as 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
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements:
-
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act: and
-
to prepare accounts with accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting have not been met; or
-
to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts reached.
Mrs Alison J Heald BA (hons) AJ Accounting Services
62 Castle Hill Eckington Sheffield S21 4AY
20[th] November 2024
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024 TACTYC Profit And Loss Account For the period ended April 2024
| Income Eventbrite 1,097 Collab/Sponsorship 2,000 Informa UK 26,448 Other Income - Membership Fees 2,035 Expenses Collaborations -4,000 Keynotes -1,000 Executive Meeting -60 Executive Costs -1,399 Webinar Costs -300 Student Reflection Award -400 Other expenses -83 Professional Fees -1,770 Admin Fee -4,183 D Sousa -2,000 Bank Charges -15 Informa UK -1,677 DWC Consultancy - J Georgeson -1000 R Parker Rees -1000 Conference/AGM -7,322 Zoom Subscription - Net profit Profit |
2024 2023 £ £ - - 21,964 138 2365 31,580 24,467 - -600 -1,533 - -1,230 - -427 - -3,286 - - -1,363 -1,680 -1000 -1000 -60 -192 -26,208 -12,371 5,372 Profit 12,096 |
2023 £ 24,467 |
|---|---|---|
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 20[th] November 2024 and signed on their behalf by
Signed Position: Treasurer
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
TACTYC ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY YEARS
Registered Charity No: 1181278
TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 5[th] APRIL 2024
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
CONTENTS
Legal and administrative information
Trustees' report
Independent examiner's report
Statement of financial activities
Financial Statements
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
| Members | There are currently 156 |
|---|---|
| Principal Address | 6 Mitchell Close, |
| Barton-on-Sea, | |
| Hampshire, | |
| BH25 7BX. | |
| Independent examiner | Mrs A J Heald BA (hons) |
| AJ Accounting Services | |
| 62 Castle Hill | |
| Eckington | |
| S21 4AY | |
| Bankers | Lloyds Bank |
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024
The trustees present their report along with the financial statements for the year ended April 2024. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in the Companies Act 2006.
Governing document and objects of the charity
TACTYC is governed by Constitution.
All trustees give their time freely and no remuneration was paid in the year. Details of expenses reclaimed from are set out in the accounts.
Objectives and aims.
The objective of the CIO is: To advance the education of the public, in particular by;
a) providing professional development and advocacy services for those working in early childhood education.
b) promoting and/or conducting research into all aspects of early childhood education and to publish the useful results.
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024
Financial Review
The Statement of Financial Activities shows incoming resources for the year of 2024: £31,580.00 and resources expended for the year of 2024: £26,208. This resulted in a surplus/deficit of 2024: surplus of £5,372.00
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024
Statement of trustees' responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards.
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales 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 of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:
-
select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently.
-
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP.
-
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
-
state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
-
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The trustees are responsible for keeping 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 Charities Act 2011, the Charity Regulations 2008and the constitution. 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.
This report was approved by the trustees on 20[th] November 2024 and signed on its behalf by
Name: ........................................ Position...................................
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF TACTYC
I report on the accounts for the year ended April 2024.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
-
examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act.
-
follow the procedure laid down in the general directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act: and
-
state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept 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 you as 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
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
-
which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements:
-
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act: and
-
to prepare accounts with accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting have not been met; or
-
to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts reached.
Mrs Alison J Heald BA (hons) AJ Accounting Services
62 Castle Hill Eckington Sheffield S21 4AY
20[th] November 2024
Confidential 20/11/2024
TACTYC
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 2024 TACTYC Profit And Loss Account For the period ended April 2024
| Income Eventbrite 1,097 Collab/Sponsorship 2,000 Informa UK 26,448 Other Income - Membership Fees 2,035 Expenses Collaborations -4,000 Keynotes -1,000 Executive Meeting -60 Executive Costs -1,399 Webinar Costs -300 Student Reflection Award -400 Other expenses -83 Professional Fees -1,770 Admin Fee -4,183 D Sousa -2,000 Bank Charges -15 Informa UK -1,677 DWC Consultancy - J Georgeson -1000 R Parker Rees -1000 Conference/AGM -7,322 Zoom Subscription - Net profit Profit |
2024 2023 £ £ - - 21,964 138 2365 31,580 24,467 - -600 -1,533 - -1,230 - -427 - -3,286 - - -1,363 -1,680 -1000 -1000 -60 -192 -26,208 -12,371 5,372 Profit 12,096 |
2023 £ 24,467 |
|---|---|---|
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 20[th] November 2024 and signed on their behalf by
Signed Position: Treasurer
Confidential 20/11/2024