Annual Report on LearnXtra Charitable Activities
Charity number: 1188103 1st May 2021 - 30 April 2022
Learn Xtra is a registered charity committed to providing educational support and activities for children and young people from diverse backgrounds.
The charity's activities for the year under review included:
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Mental Health First Aid Training for 12 volunteers and community mentors.
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A holiday club that engaged 85 kids from ethnic minority communities,
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a mentoring programme for 13-21 year olds, combined with careers advice and coding classes,
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inter-generational tree planting, environmental walks, and activities including planting trees.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid Training was conducted for 12 volunteers and community mentors as part of Learn Xtra's commitment to promoting mental health awareness amongst our volunteers and to ensure our team . The training aimed to equip our volunteers and mentors with the knowledge and skills to recognize the signs of mental health issues and provide effective support to affected students. Feedback from participants indicated that the training was informative, interactive, and practical. Participants expressed confidence in their ability to recognize mental health issues and provide support to affected students.
Holiday Club Activities
The holiday club activities aimed to engage children aged 5-12 from ethnic minority communities, including South Asian, African, and Arab communities. The activities included sports, arts and crafts, music, dance, and drama. The holiday club provided an opportunity for children to socialize, learn new skills, and have fun during the summer break. Feedback from parents and participants indicated that the holiday club was well-organized, safe, and enjoyable. Parents appreciated the opportunity for their children to learn about different cultures and make new friends. Overall we had 85 kids participate in the programme during our activities -
Mentoring Programme
Learn Xtra also offered a mentoring programme for 13-21 year olds, combined with careers advice and coding classes. The programme aimed to provide young people with the guidance and skills needed to succeed in their chosen fields. Feedback from 23 participants indicated that the programme was beneficial in building their confidence and enhancing their skills.
Inter-generational Tree Planting and Environmental Walks
Learn Xtra organized inter-generational tree planting and environmental walks to promote environmental awareness and sustainability. These activities included planting trees and learning about the importance of protecting the environment. Participants expressed appreciation for the opportunity to contribute to the environment and learn about the importance of environmental protection.
Conclusion Learn Xtra's activities for the year have been a great success in a post-Covid-19 environment, and demonstrates the charity's commitment to promoting education, mental health, social cohesion, and environmental awareness among children, young people, and the wider community.
The Mental Health First Aid Training for community volunteers and mentors, the holiday club activities, the mentoring programme, and the environmental activities were successful in achieving their respective goals. The charity looks forward to continuing its work in providing educational support and activities for children and young people in the coming year.
LearnXtra Final Account as at 30/04/2022 Notes to Financial Stements
| 2. INCOMING RESOURCES a) Income from Charitable Activities Grants John Lyon's Charity Total income from Charitable Activities b) Activities for Generating Funds Eventbright Tickets Fundraising Total Income from Generating Funds 3. RESOURCES EXPENDED a) Publicity & Marketing Costs Advertising & Web hosting Total of Publicity & Marketting Costs b) Disbursements Disbursements to supplementary school Total Disbursement to Supplementary Schools c) Charitable Activities & Salaries Salary and National Insurance Travel & Volunteer Expenses Training & PA Promotions Insurance Quality Assurance Organisation Overhead Total of Charitable Activities & Salaries |
Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ - - - |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ 9,586 - 9,586 |
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| 9,586 - 9,586 |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ - - |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ - - |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ - - 500 500 2,250 2,250 - - - 550 550 |
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| 3,300 - 3,300 |
LearnXtra Final Account as at 30/04/2022 Notes to Financial Stements
| d) Governance & Professional Costs Accounting & Audit Fees Total Governance & Propfessional Costs e) Support Costs Depreciation Publicity Total Support Costs 4. CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND NatWest Current A/C 80548075 5. Accruals & Prepayments Accruals Fitrus Training ZMS Accounting & Payroll Ltd Total Creditors falling due in one year 6. Other Liabilities Trustee Name Current Account Total Staff Costs |
Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ 300 - 300 |
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| 300 - 300 |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ - - - - - - |
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| - - - |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Fund Fund 30-Apr-22 £ £ £ 9,586 - 9,586 |
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| 9,586 - 9,586 |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 2021/22 £ £ £ 2,250 - 2,250 300 - 300 - - - |
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| 2,550 - 2,550 |
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| Unrestricted Restricted TOTAL Funds Funds 2021/22 £ £ £ 1,050 1,050 - - |
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| 1,050 1,050 |
LearnXtra Final Account as at 30/04/2022 Notes to Financial Stements
DECLARATION
| Employees who were engaged in each of the following activities: Management and administration -Part Time Total Number of Employee No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. Staff are paid Number of volunteers who were engaged in various activities Number of volunteers Total Number of Employee TRUSTEES AND OTHER RELATED PARTIES Number of Trustees who were paid expenses/consultancy. Total amount paid £ |
TOTAL 2021/22 0 |
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| 0 | |
| TOTAL 2021/22 5 |
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| 5 | |
| TOTAL 2021/22 - |
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| - |
There is no payment made to the trustees during the period
No other payments or benefit in kind were made to trustees or any persons connected with them during the finacial period. No material transaction took place between the organisation and a trustee or any person connected with them.