Charity Commission
Clean Slate Accounts
Forthe period from 1st April2024 to 31st March 2025
Contents
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Independont Examinefs Report
Trustees Annual Report
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Receipts and Payments Accounts
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CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLANO AND WALES
Independent examinerfs report on the
accounts
Section A
Independent Examinerfs Report
Report to the trusteesl
members of
Clean Slate
On accounts for the year
ended
31" March 2025
Charlty no
(rf any
1197726
Set out on pages
I report to the tnjstees on my eXaMinat￿n of the accounts of the above
charity (Ihe Trusf) for the year ended 3110312025.
Responsibilities and
basis of report
As the charitys trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the
accounts in a¢cc*dance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011
(ihe
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out
under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carying Out my examination, I
have followed all the apFAicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under section 145{5)Ib} of the Act.
Indepondent rrhe charTty's gross income exceeded £250,000 and l am qualified to
examiner's statement undertake Ihe examInat￿n by being a qualified member of {insert name of
applicable listed b(MJyll. Delete [ ] rfnot applicable.
I have completed my examinatson. I confimi that no material matters have
come to my attention in connection with the examination {other than Ihat
disdosed below ") which gives me cause to believe that in. any material
resped..
the accounw records we rx>t kept in aCcordar￿a With sectton 130
of the Charities Ad,. or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records., or
the accounts did not comtyy wrth the applicable requirements
con￿mIng the form and conterrt of accounts set out in the Charities
(Accounts and ReForts} Regulations 2008 other than any requirement
that the accounts give a Irue and fairf view which is not a matter
considered as part of an irKlependent examination.
I have no concems arKI have come across no other matters in connection
with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in
order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
. Please delete the words in the brackets rfthey do not apply.
Signed:
L Boss
0710812025
Name:
Leeann Boss
Relevant professional
AAT
IER
Oct 2018

quallfication(s) or body
(if any}:
Address:
90, Purslane Drive
Bicester
OX26 3EF
Section B
Disclosure
Only complete rf the examiner needs to highlighl material matters of concem
(see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and
gLtidance for examiners).
Give here brief details of
any items that the
examiner wishes to
discloso.
IER
Oct 2018

Trustees. Annual Report for the period
Peritsj start date
Period end date
'. 2024
. 2025
To
Section A
Reference and administration details
Charfty name
c￿an Slate
Other names charity is known by
Registered charity number (rf any)
1197726
Charl￿S principal address
The Chapel, Building 572 Bnce Road
Upper Heyford
Oxon
Postcode
OX25 5fE
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
Date8 acted rf fiot forvtho
Trustse name
Office Irf any)
Namè of pBr8on lor body) entitled
toa
rfan
Jo Baker
Chair
Megan Foster
Rebecca
Sutherland
Amy Farrell
Amanda Lovejoy
Penelope Buckler
Tanya Macdonald
Gemma Roper
Louise Yeomans
Secretary
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11
12
13
14
15
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17
18
19
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Names of the trustees for the charity, if any. (for example, any custodian trustees)
Name
Datss acted rf not for whole
ear

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional infomiation)
of adviser
Name
Address
Namè of chief executive or names of senior stsff members {Optional informatlon)
Nadia Brown CEO
Section B
Structure,
overnance and mana
ement
Description of tho charity's trusts
Constttulion Adopted on the 31st of January 2022 when changing lo CIO
originally constituted on 231912009
Type of goveming document
How the charity is constituted
cio
Trustee selection methods
Trustees are appointed or reappointed annually at the Annual General
Meeting held in February
Additional governance issues {Optional infom)atlon)
The Board Trustees are reswnsible for Ihe integral running of Clean
Slate, and to ensure that services grven are ethically and morally
delivered. Ail disputes arKI complaints a￿ deatt with by the Trustees if
major or complex. This consists of a group of named individuals who are
responsible to the charrty and the Charities Commission.
You may chooso to inctude
additional information, where
relevant, about..
policies and Pro￿dureS
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees"
the charity's organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the chanty
There is a standing agenda item for.
Safeguarding
Complaints and Inadents
Standards and Qual.
CÉO report- (Service delivery update)
• relationship with any related
The CEO is a paid member of staff who is supported by two part-time
coordinators. They oversee the general running of the whole selv1￿ and
are accountable to the Board of Trustees The CEO seeks the views of
users, staff, and volunteers when deciding on the actiVFties we provide.
trustees, consideration of
major risks and the system
and procedures to manage
them.
There is a safeguarding policy in pla￿.
Criminal Records Bureau checks are carried out before commencement of
employment or tnjsteeship and checks are Carried out again in line with
statutory requirements. All volunteers and Trustees are required to attend
Inductions and undertake Level 1 Safeguarding before commencing their
role.
Clean Slate is affiliated wilh The Survivors Trust. Members of the National
Counselling Society & ACCPH, we have a long-running affiliation with
Dorchester knving who allow us to run our servi￿$ from their premises at
a reduced rate.
All trustees give their time voluntarily and re￿1ve no remuneration or other
beneffts.

Section C
Objectives and activities
To further or benefft Adults and Young People (the beneficiaries) in the
UK, in particular in Che￿ell and wider Oxfordshire, without dislin¢tion of
sexual orientation. ra￿ or of polrtical, religious or other opinions by
associating together the said beneficiaries and voluntary and other
organisations in a common effort to advance education, protect and
preserve good physical and mental heatth. for the victims of Physical,
Mental and Sexual Abuse.
Summary of the objects of the
charity set out in its
governing document
Summary of Activities Undertaken for the Public Benefit12024-25}
During the financial year 2024-25, Clean Slate continued to deliver
therapeutic services and support programmes designed to promote
emotional wellbeing, personal agency. and community integration. Our
core activities induded:
Individual and Group Support. Providing accessible therapeLrtic
spa￿S and group programmes focused on healing, resilience,
and empowemient. These induded 'Healing Your Inner Child..
which was speufically designed to offer shame-free, non-
judgemental support.
Volunteer Coordination and SupeNision.' Engaging and
supervising a dedicated network of volunteers, ensuring they
receive reflective support and training to uphold safeguarding
standards and offer infomed, empathetic care.
Resource Development. Creating and distributing practical tools
and reflective sheets for both clients and practitioners, designed
to encourage emotional regulation, setf*xploration, and
supportive engagement.
Safeguarding and Ethical Oversight Implementing robust
safeguarding Pro￿UreS and compliance mechanisms to ensure
our services remained safe. inclusive, and aligned with our values
of participant dtgnity and autonomy.
Community Advoca¢y and Accessibility. Ensuring our
programmes were finanaally accessible through tiered fee
stnjctures and flexible registration processes. Communications
We￿ tailored to foster transparency and psythological safety.
Summary of the main
activities undertaken for the
public benefit in relation to
these objects (include within
this section the ststutory
declaration that trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit)
The trustees have had due regard to the guidan￿ issued by the Charity
Commission on public benefft, and confirm that all activities carried out
during the year Se￿ed to further Clean Slate's charitable objectives and
deliver tangible public benefft
Additional detalls of objectives and activittes {Optional infomiation)
You may ch¢xw to include
Jrther statements, where
relevant, about..
policy on grantmaking.,
policy programme related
investment.,
contribution made by
volunteers.
We are d*pty appreciatNe of the generous time, energy, and expertise
our volunteers have invested throughout the year. Their dedication
bvhether through listenirg, encouraging clients, or working alongside our
lean￿haS been instrumental to everything we've achieved.
Volunteers continue to be at the heart of Clean Slate's mission. This
year. the value of in-kind contributions surpassed £150,00￿￿Ore Ihan
double that of previous yea[5. This growth reflects both the increasing
volume of referrals and our strategic expansion of the volunteer leam to
meet rising demand, ensuring participants continue to receive accessible,
su

Section D
Achievements and performance
Clean Slate has had a transfomative year of growth and deepened
impact. Over the course of 2024-25, we..
Received 208 referrals. refiects'ng a strong and grOV￿ng demand
for our sep11￿S
Delivered 4214 hours of counselling. offering highquality
therapeutic supwt to individuals navuating complex emotional
challenges
Supported 150 clients through counselling. contributing to
healing, setf-understanding, and improved wellbeing
Increased regular attendan￿ al our women's support group,
expanding access to communal healing and peer connection
Sustained a team of 97 qualified and trainee counsellors,
enhancing capacity while nurturing professional growth
Welcomed three trainee social workers from Oxford Brookes
Universty, refiecting our commitment to professional development
and collatKJratNe practi
Summary ofthe main
achievements of the charity
during the year
These milestones rellect Clean Slate's dedication to meeting rising
communty needs while maintaining excellence in therapeutic provision,
safeguarding, and ethical Gare.
Section E
Financial review
Cash at bank on 311W2025 was £20490
Brief statemerrt of the
charity's policy on reserves
£8340 - Unrestrrcted furKIs
£12467 - Restricted.
The charity faces its main financial risk with thè potential loss of funding
rtunities, and reduced donations. and contributions.
Details of any funds materlally
in deficit
Not applicable
Further financial review detsils {OpJonal Inf0m￿tIon)
Clean Slate's prinopal sources of income during 2024-25 included..
Client Contribulions." Income from counselling services and
therapeutic programmes, structured to ensure finanGial
accessibility while sustaining service qualty.
Voluntary Donations and Fundralsing.. Contn'butions from
individuals and communty partners, including ad hoc fundraising
intliattves and in-k]"nd support.
Volunteer Contributions.. Though not a financial inflow, the
signrficant value of volunteer hours {exGeeding £150,000 this
year) materially strengthened our capacity and reach.
You may choose to include
additional irrfomiation. vthere
relevant about:
the charity's principal
SoU￿S of funds (induding
any fundraising),.
how expenditure has
supported the key objectives
of the charity-
investment policy and
objeclives including any
ethical investment policy
adopted.
All income was direded t(Marts advancing our charitable objectives
Clean State receiv&J a variety of grants and charitable donations
throughout the financial year, totalling £15.730.00. These funds directly
supported Servi￿ delivery across key programme areas, including
female services, Ma￿ seNi¢es, and youth engagement. Notable
contributtons induded..
Warburtons

Cherwell Lottery
Moto Foundation
Albert Hunt Trust
Platform Housing
Oxford Diocesan
Souter Charitable Tn
Allen Lance Foundation
JAPye
650.IX)
I(MJO.(KI
21n).
2180.(K)
i(￿.
2C(KI.C(I
31JJ).(J)
251N).
Clean Slate received generous financial support from local Parish and
Tolvn Councils across the regton. totalling £2,876.00. These contributions
reflect growing recognition of our therapeutic and safeguarding work
within local communities.
Section F
Other optional information
Future Plans (2025-26)
Clean Slate is entering a year of irrtentional grthvth. f(x￿sIng on quality. accessitmlty. and sustainability:
Increase fundraising income to supwrt programme development and core operations
Train and deliver the lkn My Life programme, with emphasis on voluntaor training and
facllltation support
Promote self-paced therapeutic courses for fiexible. independent leaming
Use social media stratsgiGally to amplrfy reach arKI dee￿n engagement
Long-Tenn Wision
As Clean Slate continues building stability and impact. our long-temi goals include-
Secure additional faGe-tO-face counselling space to meet rising demarKI
Develop a funding strategy for premises. aligning with our values and future scale
Transition to self-funding to reduce grant dependency and support organisational autonomy
Establish a youth provision, bringing trauma-informed SUPFQrt to younger participants
Section G
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trusteos. roport above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees
Slgnature(s)
Full name(s)
Position (eg Secretary. Chair,
Jo Baker
Chair

CHARITY COMM155ION
FOR ENGLAND ANO WALES
119n26
Receipts and payments accounts
CC16a
For the peri(xl
15tWil 2024
To
31st March 202S
Section A Receipts and payments
Ettdow￿nt
Tolal fund#
funds
Last poriod
knthe noAre*i£
ioth• . toth• numt£
A1 Recei
Grants
Contract
Charitable Trusts
Par￿h Coun¢x
Fundra￿
DonabonslPkdges
Client Contribution
GittAid
Furtoughlsundry
Syb totallGfOSS irscome forARI
1.281
4,230
5.511
18.000
10,SOO
2,476
1.165
2,025
54,087
5,341
16.413
6.315
1.602
5.225
45.411
6.746
2,476
762
2.025
54.087
5.341
A2 Ass•t and investnRTrt sales,
(see tsblel.
Sub total
Totsl r•celpts
67Jn
13.n3
81.105
99,712
SaL8ries
Subcontrad Fees
Rent
Telephone & Intemet
ZooFn Communication
Offir£ Suppl￿5
Postage
Fundraising Charges
Insurance
Accounts Audrt & PayToII
IT & SOFTWARE
22.730
8.993
1.090
24
140
413
67,573
9.643
1.090
1.424
140
65,603
7.383
960
376
187
744
51
1.032
730
397
210
386
1.032
730
397
210
606
679
420
Subscriptv)ll5
Traill￿ng
Voluntear Ex￿ns£S
Work Frlyn Hon7e ￿10*￿￿
Travel Expenses
DBS Checks
WorrftTrs Support Group Sundry
PuNrity & Sundry
100
162
1.225
1,800
634
283
120
2,377
1,094
1,80D
250
156
1S6
1.101
1,247
Sub total
A4 Assèt and investment
purchases, (see table)
Sub total
Total payments
Net of recelpts/(paymentsJ
AS Trnnsfers betrfftn funds
A6 Ca¥h funds last year end
Cash funds thts year end
23,000
23.000
20,8

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
Unrestri¢ted
fvnds
Rèstri¢ted
fun(ts
to Th￿ra￿t£
Endowment
funds
ti+ nèaYe#t£
Catégories
Detaib
t¢ nfrawt
B1 Cash funds
8,023
317
12.467
PAYPAL
Total cash funds
12.467
crfsll
Unrestrictsd |
funds
to n¢aretst£
R•strictrd
funds
to no•rn8t£
Endowment
funds
to n8afOStÉ
Details
B2 Other monetsry assets
AYDYEN COlfTrWLITr)NS REcE￿ED
NDUIIKCOIITrIBUTIONS RECEIVED
15
15
Fund to wiifjch
Cuntntvalu•
Details
Gost1optkn￿
Pul￿10T￿h1Eh
Cuyinit ¥alu*
Detslls
I¢piioM
84 Assets retained for the
¢harity'8 own uso
Detai15
HAIRC PAYE
B5 Liabilities
3.257
885
12025
SUBCONTRACT FEES
Unrestricted
FINANGE CHARGES
Unrestricted
04 Aprfl 2025
Signed by one OT hvo Irust88s on
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