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Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A. (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS) Report and Accounts For the Year Ended 30[th] September 2024

Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

REPORT AND ACCOUNTS

CONTENTS

Company Information 1
Trustees Report 2-5
Independent Examiner’s Report 6
Statement of Financial Report 7
Balance Sheet 8
Notes to the Accounts 9-10
Detailed Profit and Loss Account
(Does not form part of statutory accounts)		 11

Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

COMPANY INFORMATION

Directors / Trustees

Georgios Vournas Wayne Swallow (Director) Shamim Khan (Director)

SECRETARY

Farkanda Neam

ACCOUNTANTS

Charterfields (Huddersfield) Ltd 225 Bradford Road Fartown Huddersfield HD1 6EW

BANKERS

Yorkshire Bank PLC 14 Broadway Bradford BD1 1EZ

REGISTERED OFFICE

Kenburgh House, Ground Floor 28 Manor Row Bradford BD1 4QU

COMPANY REGISTRATION NO.

02882510

CHARITY REGISTRATION NO.

1194155

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Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2024

Reference and Administrative Details of the Charity, Its Trustees and Advisors

The trustees during the financial year and up to and including the date the report was approved were:

Name Position Shamim Khan Chair Wayne Swallow Director Georgios Vournas Director

Charity number: 1194155 Registered in: England and Wales

Structure, Governance and Management

Method of Recruitment and Appointment of Trustees

The charity is a company limited by guarantee and was formed on 21 December 1993. It is governed by a memorandum and articles of association, as adopted in April 2021. The liability of the members in the event of the company being wound up is limited to a sum not exceeding £1.

The trustees meet quarterly and are responsible for all decisions relating to the operation of EASA. Day-to-day management of EASA facilities and projects is delegated to the manager.

Membership is open to individuals or organisations who:

(a) apply in the required form; and

(b) are approved by the directors.

The directors may refuse applications for membership if, acting reasonably and properly, they believe it is in the best interest of the charity. Applicants will be informed of the decision and have the opportunity to submit written representations, after which the directors’ decision will be final.

Induction and Training of Trustees

Following appointment, trustees are introduced to their roles and provided with the charity’s policies and procedures. They receive Charity Commission guidance publications, including guidance on public benefit and the advancement of education. An induction programme is provided, covering the responsibilities outlined in the Charities Act.

EASA Trustees' Report from October 2023 for the Year Ended 30th September 2024

The Charity’s Objectives and Activities

The objects of the Association shall be to advance the education of the general public in particular but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing by providing advice and guidance about educational and training opportunities.

For the advancement of public benefit to advance the education of the public by providing learning, training, and employment skills and other such services which develop the public's capabilities, competencies, skills and understanding in subjects of educational value. To work in partnership to deliver our services. To develop programs that advance the education of the public.

The area of benefit is defined as Yorkshire and Humber and any other area(s) in the UK as the trustees may determine.

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Use of Volunteers

Volunteers are an important resource in all aspects of our delivery work. Over 15 volunteers give their time weekly to support programme delivery. Trustees also give their time freely.

Public Benefit Statement

In setting objectives and planning activities, the trustees have had due regard to the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit and specifically the advancement of education.

Achievements and Performance

EASA continues to deliver its services in line with our charitable objectives:

Programme Delivery and Progress

Education Development Trust – National Careers Service

EASA delivered high-quality information, advice, and guidance (IAG) services to 969 customers aged 19+, including NEET young adults, lone parents, over-50s, people with disabilities, and individuals without Level 3 qualifications. 363 customers successfully entered employment, and 816 progressed into further learning or skills development. These outcomes reflect our commitment to inclusive, client-led support and our ability to meet and exceed performance targets.

UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) – Work and Health & NEET Contracts

Both contracts commenced in April 2024 and will run until March 2025, covering Bradford and Calderdale. These programmes support people aged 16+ and those of working age who face barriers to employment or progression. Delivered as part of a regional partnership led by Education Development Trust, EASA is currently on target and actively supporting the identified target groups.

Good Things Foundation – UK Online Centres, Digital Capacity Fund, and YBS Digital Skills Project

Through our work with Good Things Foundation, we supported 270 adults with low or no digital skills, including people with learning difficulties, older people, and those from marginalised communities. These digital inclusion programmes continue beyond the accounting period into 2025.

As part of our commitment to tackling digital exclusion and supporting those living in poverty, EASA has distributed 50 laptops through the Good Things Foundation’s National Device Bank, ensuring vulnerable individuals can access learning, services, and opportunities online. In addition, we have continued to provide free data SIM cards to adults who are digitally excluded via the National Databank initiative. These efforts are part of our broader strategy to address digital poverty and promote inclusion for those most at risk of being left behind in a rapidly digitising society.

National Lottery Community Fund – Awards for All (Two-Year Programme)

Awarded in January 2025, this programme supports BAME women through confidencebuilding workshops, wellbeing support, and employability interventions. It builds social networks and addresses isolation while developing transferable skills. The programme will continue beyond the current financial reporting period.

Groundwork – ESF Community Grant

This project supported 21 women in developing key life and work skills through activities such as ESOL, sewing, creative expression, and digital upskilling. It will continue until December 2024 and contributes to broader learning and employment goals.

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National Energy Action (NEA) – Smart Meter Advice Programme

Secured in April 2024, this contract delivers advice to individuals with low digital literacy around smart meter usage, energy saving, and digital confidence. It targets adult with fundamentally low digital skills and adults over 75, and continues beyond the accounting period. Delivery is currently on track.

Staffing and Inclusion Developments

In April 2024, EASA extended its delivery team to meet the demands of new contracts— particularly the UKSPF workstreams. As part of our inclusive recruitment practices, several new team members are individuals with disabilities, many of whom have themselves progressed through our services and now deliver support to others. This strengthens our commitment to lived experience, peer leadership, and equal opportunity.

Commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

EASA integrates environmental and social sustainability across all areas of delivery. We have: Adopted environmentally friendly practices, such as reducing travel emissions through route planning and remote support options, encouraging recycling, and minimising waste. Embedded paperless approaches wherever appropriate, maintaining a balance between access and sustainability.

Actively worked towards SDG 1 (No Poverty) and SDG 4 (Quality Education) by supporting hundreds of individuals, particularly women, into employment, education, and skills development.

Promoted SDG 5 (Gender Equality) by tailoring services to women from BAME communities, reducing social isolation, and building economic independence.

Contributed to SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by helping long-term unemployed clients into sustainable jobs and careers.

These achievements reflect our ongoing efforts to not only support individual clients but also contribute to broader environmental and social well-being.

Chair’s Statement

It has been a very productive year for EASA. Despite the many challenges faced by our communities, we have continued to deliver inclusive, high-quality services that empower individuals, especially women, ethnic minorities, and those facing hardship, to progress in their lives. Our dedicated team, trustees, volunteers, and partners have worked together to deliver real impact across Bradford and Calderdale.

This year saw EASA expand its reach through multiple successful contracts, including the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Work and Health and NEET programmes, the National Lottery Community Fund, and new digital inclusion projects such as the NEA Smart Meter Programme and Good Things Foundation initiatives. These programmes have helped us reach more individuals aged 16+ and of working age who face barriers to employment, digital exclusion, and social isolation.

We have also grown our staff team to meet delivery needs, many of whom bring lived experience of the challenges our clients face. This has enriched our service delivery and strengthened our ability to connect with those we support.

Our commitment to environmental responsibility and the UN Sustainable Development Goals has been embedded across our operations. From reducing emissions to tackling poverty and supporting education, our work continues to promote a fairer and greener future.

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to thank our staff, funders, delivery partners, and volunteers for their continued commitment and energy. Your hard work has made a

Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

ACCOUNTANTS' REPORT

Report to the Trustees on the preparation of the unaudited statutory accounts of E.A.S.A. (Education Advice Services for Adults) for the year ended 30th September 2024.

I report on the accounts for the year ended 30th September 2024, which are set out on pages 7 to 10.

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The charity's trustees (who are also the directors for the purposes of company law) 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 2011 (the 2011 Act)) and that an independent examination is required.

Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:

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 the seeking of 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

  1. In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:

  2. to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and

  3. to prepare accounts which accord with those records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act

have not been met, or

  1. to which in my opinion attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Charterfields (Huddersfield) Ltd Chartered Certified Accountants 225 Bradford Road, Fartown Huddersfield, HD1 6EW

Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A. (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

Profit and Loss Account for the year ended 30th September 2024

Notes
Turnover
Direct Costs
Surplus
Administrative expenses
Operation Surplus/Deficit
2
Tax on Ordinary Activities
Surplus/Deficit for the financial period
Surplus/Deficit on ordinary activities
before taxation		 Restricted
£
254,840
(13,158)
241,682
(193,351)
48,331
48,331
-
48,331		 Unrestricted
£
142,109
(6,702)
135,407
(100,893)
34,514
34,514
(150)
34,364		 2024
£
396,949
(19,860)
377,089
(294,244)
82,845
82,845
(150)
82,695		 2023
£
183,679
(37,755)
145,924
148,571
(2,647)
(2,647)
-
(2,647)

Notes 2024 2{,~L.:.
£ ,..
:?:
Fixedassets
Tangibleassets 3 3,743 4,679
Currentassets
Debtors
Cashatbankandinhand		 4 172,476
97,376		 25,181
47,978
269,852 73,159
Creditors:amounts fallingduewithinone
year 5 (117,514) (4,452)
NetCurrentAssets 152,338 68,707
NetAssets 156,081 73,386
Capitalandreserves
Profitandlossaccount 6 156,081 73,386
Members'funds 156,081 73,386

Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A. (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

Notes to the Accounts

for the year ended 30th September 2024

1 Accounting Policies

Basis of Preparation

The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (effective April 2008).

Income

Income represents the grants received and invoices raised by the company for the provision of advancing the education of the general public

Expenditure

Expenditure is accounted for on an accrual basis.

Depreciation

Depreciation has been provided at the following rates in order to write off the assets over their estimated useful lives.

Computer equipment

20% Reducing balance

Leasing

Rentals payable under operating leases are charged against income on a straight line basis over the lease term

2
Operating profit
This is stated after charging:
Depreciation of owned fixed assets		 2024
£
936		 2023
£
1,170

3 Tangible fixed assets

Cost
At 1 October 2023
Additions
At 30 September 2024
Depreciation
At 1 October 2023
Charge for the period
At 30 September 2024
Net book value
At 30 September 2024
At 30 September 2023		 Plant and
machinery
etc
£
12,902
-
12,902
8,223
936
9,159
3,743
4,679

Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A. (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

Notes to the Accounts

for the year ended 30th September 2024

4
Debtors
Grants due
Trade debtors/prepayments
5
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Deferred Income
Accruals
Taxation + Social Security
Loans
6
Profit and loss account
At 30 September 2023
Profit/(Loss) for the year
At 30 September 2024		 2024
£
59,609
112,867
172,476
2024
£
26,484
1,500
590
88,940
117,514
2024
£
73,386
82,695
156,081		 2023
£
24,541
640
25,181
2023
£
2,500
1,952
-
-
4,452
2023
£
76,033
(2,647)
73,386

7 Company Limited By Guarantee

Education Advice Services for Adults is a company limited by guarantee and accordingly does not have share capital. The members of the company are the directors/trustees named on page 1. In the event of the company being wound up, the liability in respect of the guarantee is limited to £1 per member

8 Transactions with trustees:

One of the trustees received £3,000 during the year under review for consultancy services, paid from the charity's funds. The payment was properly authorised and made in accordance with the charity's governing document and conflicts of interest policy.

9
Movement in funds
Restricted funds
General funds		 At 30-09-2023
NET
£
£
13,284
48,331
60,102
34,364
73,386
82,695		 At 30-09-2024
£
61,615
94,466
156,081

Charity Registeration No: 1194155 Company Registeration No: 02882510

E.A.S.A. (EDUCATION ADVICE SERVICES FOR ADULTS)

Schedule to the Profit and Loss Account

for the year ended 30th September 2024

for the information of the directors only

Income
Grants
Other income
Cost of sales
Subcontractor costs
Programme delivery
Administrative expenses
Employee costs:
Wages and salaries
Staff training and welfare
Staff recruitment
Travel and subsistence
Premises costs:
Rent
Light and heat
Rates
Cleaning
General administrative expenses:
Management fee
Telephone and fax
Stationery and printing
Subscriptions
Bank charges
Insurance
Repairs and maintenance
Equipment Expensed
Equipment Hire
Depreciation
Sundry expenses
Postage
Advertising
Legal and professional costs:
Accountancy fees
Book-keeping and payroll costs
Consultancy Fee
Other Legal & Professional
Total Cost
Surplus/(Deficit) for the Year		 Restricted
£
-
254,840
254,840
1,158
12,000
13,158
182,527
-
2,586
2,294
187,407
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
276
-
-
-
-
2,758
-
-
-
-
10
3,044
-
-
2,700
200
2,900
206,509
48,331		 Unrestricted
2024
2023
£
£
£
124,971
124,971
91,706
17,138
271,978
91,973
142,109
396,949
183,679
1,284
2,442
5,349
5,418
17,418
32,406
6,702
19,860
37,755
69,445
251,972
115,152
1,715
1,715
3,018
-
2,586
-
1,235
3,529
-
72,395
259,802
118,170
6,184
6,184
5,054
70
70
1,411
177
177
387
387
6,818
6,818
6,465
-
-
11,324
1,023
1,023
875
308
584
939
119
119
35
352
352
406
954
954
1,543
3,725
3,725
1,538
-
2,758
-
2,458
2,458
1,361
936
936
1,170
6,767
6,767
2,037
81
81
-
520
530
-
17,243
20,287
21,228
1,500
1,500
600
498
498
2,108
520
3,220
-
1,919
2,119
-
4,437
7,337
2,708
107,595
314,104
186,326
34,514
82,845
(2,647)