## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period**
**From 1[st] April 2023 To 31[st] March 2024**
## **Charity name: Cylch Meithrin Santes Fair**
## **Charity registration number: 1192580**
## **Objectives and Activities**
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SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of Para 1.17 THE OBJECT OF THE CIO IS: TO ADVANCE THE
the charity as set out in its EDUCATION OF PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN
governing document THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF WELSH LANGUAGE
WITHIN HOLYHEAD.
Summary of the main Para 1.17 and The charity’s main activity is to deliver the
1.19
activities in relation to those Early Years Foundation Stage through the
purposes for the public medium of Welsh to children aged 2-5, within
benefit, in particular, the our inclusive setting. We do this by employing
activities, projects or experienced, well qualified and highly
services identified in the
competent Pre-School Managers and a team of
accounts.
talented Early Years Educators, who together
provide opportunities for all children to learn,
develop, stay safe and healthy. We are guided
by the needs and interests of our children and
continue to deploy a key person approach to
ensure the progress and well-being of
individual children is carefully monitored. We
provide our staff with regular training and
maintain a stimulating learning environment.
We listen to the views of children, parents and
staff and use feedback to inform our
improvement work. We accurately assess our
children and develop positive relationships
with our stakeholders. We value all children as
individuals, we celebrate diversity, and we help
the children in our care to be happy and
healthy. We have policies and procedures in
place for all aspects of our work including
safeguarding, child protection and health and
safety.
Statement confirming Para 1.18 In all of our work we (the trustees) have
whether the trustees have regard to the guidance issued by the
had regard to the guidance Charity Commission on public benefit.
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit
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## **Achievements and Performance**
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SORP reference
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|**Achievements and Performance**|**Achievements and Performance**|**Achievements and Performance**|
|---|---|---|
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|Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.|Para 1.20|**Preschool Education Enhancement:**
Implemented programs and initiatives to
enhance the quality of preschool education in
Holyhead through the medium of the Welsh
language.
Expanded access to educational resources and
activities for preschool children.
Increased Welsh Language Proficiency:
Facilitated a noticeable increase in Welsh
language proficiency among preschool children,
fostering linguistic development and cultural
preservation.
**Community Involvement:**
Actively engaged with the local community to
raise awareness about the importance of
preschool education in Welsh.
Organized community events and workshops to
involve parents and caregivers in the educational
journey of their children.
**Improved Learning Environments:**
Invested in infrastructure and resources to
create conducive learning environments for
preschool children.
Ensured that facilities are well-equipped to
provide a stimulating and nurturing atmosphere
for early learning.
**Collaborative Partnerships:**
Established partnerships with local schools,
community organizations, and educational
institutions to create a network supporting the
charity's mission.
Collaborated with stakeholders to share best
practices and resources.
**Difference in Beneficiaries' Circumstances:**
Significantly improved the educational
experiences of preschool children in Holyhead by
fostering language development, cognitive skills,
and overall school readiness.
Empowered parents and caregivers to actively
participate in their children's education, creating
a positive impact on family dynamics.
**Wider Benefits to Society:**
Contributed to the preservation and promotion
of the Welsh language within the Holyhead
community.
Enhanced the overall educational landscape,
laying a foundation for future academic success
and social development.
Strengthened the sense of community by
fostering connections among families with
shared linguistic and cultural values.|
**Challenges Overcome:** Overcame potential barriers to Welsh language education by implementing inclusive and accessible programs. Addressed logistical challenges to ensure widespread access to educational resources within the community. **Future Plans:** Continue expanding and improving educational programs to reach more preschool children. Explore opportunities for collaboration with regional educational institutions to create a seamless transition for children entering formal education. Maintain a commitment to continuous improvement, adapting programs to meet the evolving needs of the community.
## **Financial Review**
|**Financial Review**|||
|---|---|---|
|Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period|Para 1.21|Financial position is consistent with
previous accounting period|
|Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|Reserves are held for future accounting
period expenses|
|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22||
|Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|N/A|
|Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|N/A|
|Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern|Para 1.23|N/A|
## **Structure, Governance and Management**
|Description of charity’s
trusts:|||
|---|---|---|
|Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25||
|How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|Charity is a CIO|
|Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees|Para 1.25||
## **Reference and Administrative details**
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Charity name Cylch Meithrin Santes Fair
Other name the charity uses
Registered charity number 1192580
Charity’s principal address Ysgol Gynradd Santes Fair
LONGFORD ROAD
CAERGYBI
LL65 1TR
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## **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity**
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Dates acted if not for whole Name of person (or body) entitled
Trustee name Office (if any)
year to appoint trustee (if any)
1 Keith Roberts Chair
2 Richard Jones
3 Alex McGinn
4 Susan McGinn Secretary
5 Naomi Clarke Treasurer
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## **Declarations**
## **The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.**
**Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees**
|**Signature(s)**
**Full name(s)**
**Position (eg Secretary,**
**Chair, etc)**
**Date**|S McGinn
N Clarke|
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||Susan McGinn
Naomi Clarke|
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Secretary
Treasurer|
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## **CYLCH MEITHRIN SANTES FAIR FINANCIAL STATEMENT PERIOD ENDING 31ST MARCH 2024**
|**INCOME**||||
|---|---|---|---|
||**2024**||**2023**|
|Grants|15,114||28,336|
|Capital Grants|34,149||-|
|Income|15||203|
|**Total Income Received**||**49,278**|**28,539**|
|**EXPENDITURE**||||
|Accountancy Fees|160||160|
|Capital Expenditure|30,950||-|
|Dance Classes|2,316||-|
|Wages|14,981||26,767|
|Bank Fees|60||72|
|Hall Hire|-||250|
|**Total Expenditure**||**48,467**|**27,249**|
|**Surplus / (Deficit)**||**811**|**1,290**|
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## **Independent examiner's report on the accounts**
**Section A Independent Examiner’s Report**
**Report to the trustees/ members of** Cylch Meithrin Santes Fair **On accounts for the year Charity no ended** 31[st] March 2024 **(if any)** 1192580 **Set out on pages**
Sheet 1 of the Receipts and payments accounts (CC16a) for the period 1[st] April 2023 to 31[st] March 2024
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31 / 03 / 2024.
**Responsibilities and** As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation **basis of report** of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
**Independent** I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have **examiner's statement** come to my attention (other than that disclosed below *) in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
- accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
- the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
* _Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply._
**Signed:** A Peters **Date:** 14/01/2025 **Name:** Andrew Peters **Relevant professional qualification(s) or body** ACCA **(if any): Address:** Clear Accounting Unit 22, Rossmore Business Village Ellesmere Port, CH65 3EY
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**October 2018**
**IER**