Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 1 September 2023 To 31 August 2024
Charity name: Friends of Dalmain
Charity registration number: 1192722
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The object of the association is to advance the education of pupils in the school. In particular by: developing effective relationships between the staff, parents and others associated with the school; engaging in activities or providing facilities or equipment which support the school and advance the education of the pupils. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
The main activities of Friend of Dalmin include: running school fairs, bake sales, uniform sales and other fund raising activities to raise money for the school. The funds raised are spent on activities and equipment for the school. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees consider that the public benefit test is met. |
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| SORP reference | ||
|---|---|---|
| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | N/A – no grants made |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | N/A |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | Friends of Dalmain is wholly run by unpaid volunteers |
| Other | N/A |
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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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 | During the year the charity ran the following successful events: - Winter fair - Quiz night - Music night - Summer fair - Bake sales and uniform sales Additionally funds were spent on: - Shed for playground - 150 Anniversary celebration - Playground furniture - Gardening - Djembes - School discos |
| Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | Friend of Dalmain’s achievements were in line with the objectives set. |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | Friend of Dalmain’s fundraising activities were in line with the objectives set. |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | N/A |
| Other | N/A |
| Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | Friend of Dalmain’s achievements were in line with the objectives set. |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | Friend of Dalmain’s fundraising activities were in line with the objectives set. |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | N/A |
| Other | N/A |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | See accounts |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | N/A – no reserves policy |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | See accounts |
| 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 |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | Donations and events held at school |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | N/A |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | N/A |
| Other | N/A |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Trust deed |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | Unincorporated association |
| 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 | Volunteers at AGM |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | N/A |
|---|---|---|
| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | N/A |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | N/A |
| Other | N/A |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Friends of Dalmain |
|---|---|
| Other name the charity uses | FoD |
| Registered charity number | 1192722 |
| Charity’s principal address | DALMAIN PRIMARY SCHOOL GROVE CLOSE LONDON SE23 1AS |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jocelyn Turner | Chair | From 9 September 2022 | ||
| Amy Hester Martha Fox |
Trustee | From 9 September 2022 | ||
| Daniela Schichor | Trustee | From 9 September 2022 | ||
| Miriam Walden | Trustee | From 9 September 2022 | ||
| Katharine Whitney | Trustee | From 9 September 2022 | ||
Corporate trustees – names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name N/A
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
| Trustee name | Dates acted if not for whole year | |
|---|---|---|
| **N/A ** | ||
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets N/A held in this capacity Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
| Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
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| Type of adviser Name Address |
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| Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information) | ||
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
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) Amy Fox Position (eg Secretary, Treasurer Chair, etc) Date 13 March 2025
Friends of Dalmain Account summary Academic year 2023-24
Registered charity: 1192722
Total Accounts as reported at AGM Sept 24
| Closing bank balance 31.08.23 | 20,195 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cash | 80 | |
| PayPal | 508 | |
| Total cash brought forward at 31.08.23 | 20,783 | |
| Opening bank balance 31.08.23 | 20,195 | |
| Incoming | 29,975 | |
| Outgoing | (27,615) | |
| Closing bank balance 31.08.24 | 22,555 | |
| Cash | 80 | |
| PayPal balance | 90 | |
| Total cash carried forward 2023-24 | 22,725 | |
| Expected expenditure | ||
| Philosopy classes | (4,600) | |
| Rain garden bin shed | (6,500) | |
| Green play area | TBC | |
| Anticipated balance | 11,625 |
Agreed to bank statement Retained in float boxes Agreed to PayPal download Total cash at 31 August 2023
Agreed to bank statement (£20,195.07)
Agreed to bank statement (£22,554.96)
Retained in float boxes Agreed to PayPal download
Friends of Dalmain Financial Report Academic year 2023-24
Registered charity: 1192722
Summary of Accounts
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Brought Forward 2022-23 20,783
Incoming 2023-24
Christmas fair profit 7,852
Summer fair profit 6,651
Music night profit 1,500
Quiz night profit 514
School sales (uniform, books, bake sales) 784
Disco 409
Gift Aid tax refund 681
Donations 1,068
19,460
Outgoing 2023-24
150 Anniversary (1,060)
Djembes (275)
ECO Fod/gardening (148)
Reception equipment (926)
Hoodies (275)
Playground furniture (11,440)
PTA website (153)
Shed for playground (493)
Trees (2,000)
Dalmainian newspaper (449)
Year end discos (300)
(17,518)
Carried Forward 2023-24 22,725
Made up of:
Bank balance 22,555
Floats 80
PayPal balance 90
22,725
Prepared by: Amy Fox
Date: 13/03/2025
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Friends of Dalmain - Trustees' Annual Report & Accounts 2024
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Friends of Dalmain (1192722)
I report on the accounts of the Friends of Dalmain for the year ended 31 August 2024. The accounts are attached to this document.
Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The charity's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year, under Section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2016 (the 2011 Act), and that an independent examination is required. The charity's gross income exceeded £25,000 and I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of the Association of the Chartered Certified Accountants.
It is my responsibility to:
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Examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act
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Follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under Section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act); and
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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 by the charity 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 statements below.
Independent Examiner's Statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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(1) Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to:
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Keep proper accounting records in accordance with Section 130 of the 2011 Act;
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Prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act
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(2) To which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention.
Signed: Date: 13 March 2025 Details: Kate Taylor 40 Sunbury House, Swanfield Street, London, E2 7LE