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2024-12-31-accounts

KINGSTON CHILD CONTACT CENTRE Income and Expenditure 2024

INCOME
Metro Bank balance at 01.01.24
£9,475.84
Last Year
Session Fees
1,925.00
_(-324.50) _
MoJ Grant (CAFCASS)
2,500.00
The London Community Grant
5,000.00
Lottery
68.50
_ __
£9,496.50
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EXPENDITURE
Administration (Jan - July)
1440.00
Website (Google IT Suite)
181.44
Returned Registration Fee
50.00
Insurance
341.60
Mobile
72.00
Milk & Biscuits 50.00
Rent (room 12)
3120.00
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£5,255.04
(£6437.15)
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Balance at 31.12.24
£11559.34
(9475.84)

KINGSTON CHILD CONTACT CENTRE NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS YEAR END 31 DECEMBER 2024

(1) Administration

a) Basis of preparation.

Accounts are prepared in accordance with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice Charities SORP (FRS102), (FRS102) and the Charities Act 2011. Kingston Child Contact Centre is a registered charity number: 1196179 and meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy notes.

b) Income recognition.

All incoming resources are included in the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income after any performance conditions have been met, the amount can be measured reliably and it is probable that the income will be received.

c) Donations.

Donations are accounted for gross when received.

d) Investment Income Investment income.

National Lottery Community Play ticket Income is included in the accounts in the year in which it is receivable.

e) Expenditure recognition.

All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis. Expenditure is recognised where there is a legal, or constructive obligation to make payments to third parties, it is probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

f) Fundraising and publicity costs

The Charity has not made a formal appeal for funds this year and expenditure on these items is therefore not material.

g) Support costs

Support costs are those that assist the work of the charity and directly represent charitable activities including administration work. The administration work is carried out by a trustee and is capped (15 hours maximum paid per month). Any additional time (over the cap) is volunteered and this intangible time (and cost) is not included in the Statement of Financial Activities.

h) Fixed Assets

Furniture and equipment is not capitalised.

i) Funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity (ie., supporting families with financial challenges etc), and which have not been designated for other purposes. Designated funds - comprise of unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the trustees for particular purposes. The aims and use of each designated fund (ie., room 12, website update etc) is set out in the financial statement notes. Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by the donors, or which have been raised by the charity for particular purposes. The cost of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the financial statement notes.

Charmaine Lee

Treasurer

10.08.25

Kingston Child Contact Centre Charity

Report of the Trustees for the Year Ending 31 August 2025

The Trustees of Kingston Child Contact Centre Charity are pleased to present their annual report (August 2025) and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024. This report complies with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011, the Trust Deed, and the Charities SORP (FRS 102).

1. Our Aims

The Kingston Child Contact Centre provides a neutral, safe and welcoming environment for contact between children and their non-resident parents or other family members, following a family breakdown. We offer three types of services:

The Centre caters for families where no significant or major risks to the child(ren), or others have been identified. Our services are essential for maintaining, and fostering relationships between children and their non-resident parents, where a complete loss (of contact) could cause long-term harm.

2. Objectives and Activities

Primary Objectives

Operations

The Centre operates on most fortnightly Sundays (two hours) for children of separated families to spend quality family time with their non-resident parent and/or other family members. Sessions are held at the United Reformed Church (URC) in Kingston upon Thames. Each session is managed by two coordinators and two to three volunteers, depending on the number of families attending. We also provide light refreshments during the session.

3. Achievements and Performance (August 2024 - August 2025)

During this period, the Centre has successfully conducted 24 sessions supporting 15 families and 21 children (this includes supervised contact sessions). The Centre also facilitated visits involving grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, other siblings and close family friends.

Outcomes:

4. Volunteers

12 Volunteers have contributed approximately 55 hours to cover contact sessions, plus a further 4 hours for training sessions and their own time to represent us at a Charity event.

Volunteer Training

Safeguarding modules are provided by the National Association of Child Contact Centres (NACCC) - all volunteers are required to complete as part of their induction.

Other training has included:

The Trustees and Centre Manager wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to all volunteers for their dedication and hard work throughout the year. The Centre has a strong team of volunteers, who are highly skilled, experienced and always receive positive feedback from the families as being friendly, kind and caring.

5. Policies and Procedures

Key Policies Include:

6. Financial Review

The financial statement has been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006, and the Charities SORP (FRS 102). Please refer to the financial statement circulated earlier.

Current Financial Position

As of the close of the financial year 31 August 2024, the Centre holds a bank balance of £4,438.13, which is equivalent to approximately 12 months of operating expenses. This reserve is essential given the uncertainty of future funding in these challenging times.

7. Trustees

The Trustees serving Kingston Child Contact Centre at the start of the financial year were:

There are two trustee vacancies, please express your interest by emailing:

admin@kingstonchildcontactcentre.org.uk

8. Sustainability & New Developments

Families

The Centre’s attendance has remained steady with a rise in demand for supervised contacts. Unfortunately, we only have one room available, but we are able to accommodate for however long a family needs with us.

Website

Our website is currently being redesigned and updated to attract more families, other service users and volunteers. We hope to have this complete by next year.

Fundraising and Grants

We have successfully received the full funding available of £2,500 from the Ministry of Justice (MoJ formally CAFCASS). This will pay part of our rent for the Supervised contact room (£3120 per annum).

Kingston United Reform Church

The Centre is very grateful to the United Reformed Church, the clergy, staff and community for their continued support and prayers for our work. And for the use of the hall and facilities, the centre made an annual kind donation of £1,800 (Aug 2025).

This report was prepared by Charmaine Lee and is submitted on behalf of the Trustees of Kingston Child Contact Centre.

August 2025

Registered Charity Number: 1196179 https://kingstonchildcontactcentre.org.uk