2023-08-31-accounts

Ob ective	s a	nd Activities
			SORP
			reference
Summary	of	the purposes
ofthe charity		as set out in		Educational and Cultural Mission:
its governing		document		The primary objective is to teach
				children the Polish language, including
				reading, writing„and grammar, as well
				as elements ofPolish history, literature,
				and geography N Bn engaging manner.
				This mission also involves preserving
				Polish traditions and customs. The
				school facilitates the integration of
				bilingual or multilingual children and
				encourages them to speak Polish.
				lwaintenance ofNational identity: The
				school aims to help children preserve
				their Polish national identity and foster
				an interest in their Polish heritage.
				Promotion ofPolish Culture:
				Dedicated to promoting Polish culture
				and heritage, the school organises
				social and cultural events that connect
				the broader community. These efforts
				raise the proQe ofthe local Polish
				community and foster better
				understanding and integration within the
				wKter commun@
				Academic Preparation: The school
				prepares students for important
				academic milestones, including GCSE
				and A-level exams in Polish
				Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination:
				The school is committed to welcomin

		studeAts regardless ofthelf ieligioA,
		race, origin, social status, orthe political
		views oftheir parents and guardians.
		Non-Profit Orientation: As an
		independent and non-profit institution,
		the school operates without a profit
		motive, focusing solely on its
		educational and cultural mission to
		integrate the local Polish community.
		Learning and Development for Staff=
		The school provides learning and
		development opportunities for its staff
		and volunteers, which indirectly benefits
		the public by enhancing the quality of
		education and comAlunity engagement.
Summary	ofthe main
activities	in relation to	The primary activity ofthis initiative isa
those purposes for the		complementary educational program
public benefit, in		designed to fulfil the objectives stated
particular,	the activities,	above. The school operates on a
plojects identiTied	oi services in the accounts.	three-term basis, offering approximately ten three-hour sessions on Saturday
		mornings each term (Classes do not
		take place during school holidays and
		public holidays).
		The School's educational program was devel~ on the basis ofthe Core
		Curriculum for Polish Students Studying
		Abroad by the Centre forthe
		Development ofPolish Education
		Abroad (htt s://www. or e . i/).
		During its inaugural year, the Board
		focused on raising the school's profile in
		the Warwick and Leamington areas to
		encourage student enrollment.
		Promotional efforts induded social
		media campaigns, Facebook
		advertisements, and networking at
		events organised by other local Polish
		organisations.
		Approximately 40students enrolled in
		the first year, and they were divided into
		four age groups. No students requiring
		GCSEor A-Level education enrolled.
		The school applied for and received
		grant funding, which facilitated the
		o anisation ofvarious events and

Nativity Concert: This event
gathered the wider Polish
community to celebrate Polish
Christmas traditions. Itfeatured
the singing of Polish carols with
the choir, a Nativity performance
by the students, and the
enjoyment oftraditional Polish
cakes. The event was well
received by both children and
adults.
Ho8day Club: This club
provided a subsidised childcare
option for Polish-speaking
children during the school
holiday period, including free
lunches.
Fun Factory: Aseries ofweekly
evenfng activity workshops
aimed at integrating children of
Eastern European heritage,
though open to all children free
ofcharge.
Art Club: Weekly evening art
workshops open to children in
the local area free ofcharge.
In addition tothese external activities,
the school organised internal events
such as:
Polish Heritage Day: This event
induded a presentation ofthe
traditional Polish folk dance
"Krakowiak' by the students, a
display of students' artworks from
the contest 'VVhat is my
association with Poland'P' (with
book prizes awarded to the
winners), and a parent contest
forthe best traditional Polish
cake.
Carnivai Ball. This celebration,
marking the end ofthe festive
season before Christian Lent,
featured children dressed in
costumes and partlclpatjng In
traditional carnival games.
Reciting Contest: Several
students attended this contest at
the Polish Saturday School in
Ru b recitin ms b Polish

					The school is committed to the
					professional development ofits staff,
					offering paid training courses toensure
					high-quality teaching. Additionally, the
					school provides regular volunteering
					opportunities as teaching assistants,
					which serve as8means for community
					service 8nd piofesslonal career
					development.
					The Board has set the school fees as
					low as possible to ensure affordability
					forfamilies from modest financial
					backgrounds. To underline the value we
					place on continuity for families and as
					part ofour emphasis on attracting and
					retaining high calibre staff, we offer fee
					discounts (such as sibling and staff
					discounts).
					The school welcomes students ofall
					races and backgrounds, induding those
					with special educational needs, who
					participate in sessions under the
					supervision oftheir legal guardians
S't8tei AeAt confirming				Para 1.18	The Trustees ofthe Polish Saturday
whether the trustees		have			School in VVarwick affirm that they have
had regard to the					considered the guidance issued by the
guidance	issued by the				Charity Cornrnission regarding public
Charity Commission		on			benefit. ln conducting the charity's
public benefit					activities 8Ad managing Its affairs, the
					trustees have endeavoured to ensure
					that the school operates consistently
					with the principles ofpublic benefit as
					outlined by the Commission. This
					indudes providing accessible
					educational and cultural programs for
					the public good, ensUAAg incluslvity IA
					OUf pf'actices, 8Ad maintaining 8
					non-profit model that directs resources
					back into the community and our
dditional	information		o	fional
				SORP
				reference
				Para 1.38	ln accordance with the School's
					Constitution, the He8d ofthe School Is
					responsible for securing and settling

grant funding. The Board appointed	the
Chair ofthe Trustees to authorise and
sign offon the grant contractual
obligations.
N/A
The School does not receive regular
donations.
On one occasion, online donations
were collected through a fundraising
webslte 'to assist with the Initial setup
costs ofthe School.
As previously mentioned, the Schwa
offers volunteering roles as Teaching
Assistants.
interest in these opportunities is often
limited. Consequently, the Hoard has
decided to waive school fees for any
parent or guardian ofa student who
volunteers, ensuring that the minimum
staffing requirements are consistently
met.

Summary	ofthe main	ofthe main
achievements		ofthe	Promotion of Bilingual Education
charity, identifying the
difference	the	charity's	One ofour significant charitable
work has	made to the		achievements Is the successful
ciicurnstances		ofits	implementation ofa bilingual education
beneflclanes		and any	program. This initiative has helped
wider benefits		to society	Polish children in Warwick maintain
as awhole.			fluency in their native language while
			supporting their integration into
			English-speaking environments, thereby
			enhancing their linguistic and cultural
			adaptability.
			The greatest accomplishment ofthe
			Polish Saturday School is the creation
			ofan environment where Polish and
			bilingual children can learn and practice
			the Polish language. Over the past year,
			the pupils have achieved the following main goals.	pi.(&vLtk

e increasing interest in the Polish	e increasing interest in the Polish
language and culture
e Developing the ability to
communicate in Polish, both
or'ally and In wntlng.
e Enhancing Polish language skills,
particularly by enriching
vocabulary and enabling
appropriate use in various verbal
and situational contexts.
e Acquiring basic knowledge about
Polish culture, society,
geography, and history, which
fosters a stronger identification
with Polish traditions and
heritage.
Cultural Preservation and
TfaASAHssloA
The school has played a crucial role in
preserving and transmitting Polish
culture, traditions, and history to the
younger generation, thereby
maintaining the cultural heritage among
Polish families living in the UK. During
Saturday classes, children learn about
Polish customs, including the blessing
offood on Holy Saturday, the
Smigus-l3yngus tradition (Wet Monday),
and the celebration ofGrandma s and
Grandpa's Day.
Before Christmas, students learn
traditional Polish carols and sing them
together during the Nativity Play. They
also participate in the national singing	of
the anthem on Remembrance Day,
marking the 105th anniversary of
Poland's independence, and engage	in
quizzes on Polish history and
geography during Polish Heri~e l3ay.
Community Integration and Cohesion
Through various cultural events and
activities, the school has fostered a
sense ofcornrnunity among Polish
families and facilitated better
understanding and integration between
the Polish and wider English
communities, thus contributing to social
cohesion and mutual cultural
appreciation.

The Polish School in Warwick was
established by four Polish mothers	who
wanted a place for their children to	learn
the Polish language and understand	the
culture, history, and geography of
Poland. This initiative was made
possible through collaboration between
the principal ofanother Saturday school
and the principal ofan English primary
school. Both institutions work closely
together.
The school's events and cultural
activities strengthen the sense of
community among Polish families and
promote better integration between	the
Polish and English communities,
enhancing social cohesion and mutual
cultural recognition.
Inclusivity and Equal Opportunities
The school's inclusive approach
ensures that its programs benefit a
broad segment ofsociety, promoting
equality and non-discrimination.
Children from Polish, bilingual, and
multilingual families with varying levels
ofPolish language proficiency are
welcomed. VVe embrace diversity,
promote equality, and do not tolerate
dlscnmlnatmon.
Empowerment ofPolish Children	armd
FamiHes
The charity's efforts have empowered
Polish children and their families in
Warwick by providing educational
resources, community support, and	a
platform to celebrate their cultural
identity. As a result, the position of
Polish children and their families in
Warwick and neighbouring Leamington
Spa has been strengthened. They have
made new acquaintances and
friendships, and the created community
allows children to further develop and
practice Polish beyond Saturday
classes. The school offers educational
resources, social support, and
opportunities io celebrate cultural and
national identity at special events.

The activities ofthe Polish Saturday
School have also yielded broader
societal benefits, including promoting
multiculturalism, enhancing cultural
diversity, and contributing to the
richness ofthe local community's social
fabric. The school co8aborates closely
vrith other Polish schools in the region,
such as the Polish Saturday School in
Stratford (jointly attending a theatre
peffo!rnance ofThumbelina at the
Polish Social and Cultural Center in
London) and partlcmpattng In 8recltatlon
competition organised by the Polish
Saturday School in Rugby.
These activities promote
multiculturalism, increase cultural
diversity, and contribute to building a
cohesive local community.

dditional information o tional
Achievements against
objectives set.
Performance of
fundrams/ng actlvltles
against. objectives set
investment performance
against objectives
	ISA

Review	ofthe charity's	ofthe charity's		The financial statements reveal that the
financial	position at	the		net income for the year amounted
end ofthe period				tof30,444, which
				includes E10,893generated from fees
				related to school activities and f19,331
				generated ff'ofn several glants, and
				8220 from various donations. Total
				expenditures amounted tof23,418,
				resulting in a closing cash balance
				ofE7,026forthe period.
				The Trustees routinely performed
				assessments ofthe school's financial
				status, budgetary distributions, and
				spending relative tothe planned
				budget. These assessments
				incorporated a quarterly cash flow
				analysis, a crucial component ofthe
				school's responsible fiscai governance.
				At the period*s conclusion, E7,026 in
				restricted funds, linked to received
				grants, was retained.
Amount	ofreserves	held	Para 1.22	At ihe end ofthe period, the charity
				held total ofunrestricted funds (-
				E2,986)and f10„012of
				restricted funds resulting in a closing
				cash balance ofEX,026.
				N/A
				The net difference between receipts
				and payments stood at -K2,986,
				primarily due to the collection ofschool
				fees falling short ofexpectations. This
				shortfall occurred during the school's
				inaugural year, which coincided with
				the initial enrolment ofpupils from the
				local Polish community.
				Given that the school was newly
				established, accurately predicting pupil
				numbers and retention rates proved
				challenging. Nonetheless, the pupils
				population remained relatively stable
				over the yeai.
				The Trustees proactively sought to
				increase enrolment by implementing
				vanous marketing stiategles on social
				media These included paid Facebook
				advertisin earn ai ns consistent

		updates on local Polish community
		Facebook pages, and malntalnlng an
		active school Facebook page featuring
		regular class activity updates.
		Additionally, the school's visibility was
		enhanced through the organisation	of
		public events such as a Christmas
		Nativity, Art Club, and Fun Factory.
		The primary risks tothe charity's
		financial stability are as follows:
		A possible decline in student
		enrolment, which could lead to reduced
		income from school fees.
		A potential rise in the rental costs for
		the facilities utilised fordasses.
		Fora detailed account, please refer	to
		the section titled 'A Description ofthe Principal Risks Facing the Charity. '
onal
Para	1.47	The financial statements reveal that	the
		net income for the year amounted
		toE30,444, which includes 610,893
		generated from the School fees:
		a One 3-hour session for 'l child-
		E10
		e One 3-hour session for2
		children —f18
		e One 3-hour session for 1
		pre-school child - 216
		A significant portion ofthe funds was
		allocated to educational and cultural
		initiatives that fall outside the school's
		primary activities. Programs like the
		Christmas Nativity, Fun Factory, and
		Art Club not only enriched our pupAs*
		understanding ofPolish heritage but
		also invited local residents to
		participate, fostering greater integration
		ofthe Polish community within the
		broader local society.
		The Trustees continue to uphold their
		strategy ofreinvesting all net income to
		advance the charitable goals ofour
		organisation.
		The Trustees also undertake
		fundraisin efforts b oroanisin School

			raffles or soliciting donations such	raffles or soliciting donations such	as
			sweets and coffee fof Use dUAAg
			School events. However, it should		be
			noted that this is not the primary	source
			offunds for the School.
A description		ofthe	The Trustees are tasked with
principal	risks	facing the	monitoring the risks confronting	the
charity			School. A structured assessment		ofthe
			charity's risks is conducted roughly
			every six months during the Trustees'
			meetings.
			The Trustees have pinpointed the
			following key risks and the strategies to
			mitigate them:
			Reputatien: The School's
			reputation for providing quality
			edUcatloA BAd 8AsUflAg the well-
			being ofour pup~is is
			fundamental to our success. We
			address this risk through the
			implementation of .
			compf eheAslve safegUaf ding
			policies, meticulous staff
			recruitment procedures, pastoral
			support for pupils and staff alike,
			BAd the ploactlve fnaAagernent
			ofhealth and safety concern.
			Financial Stability: The School's
			sustainability depends on the
			collection ofpupil fees and the
			timely payment of bills.
			Additionally, the potential
			increase in rent for the premises
			used for classes was a concern
			for the Trustees. These financial
			risks are managed through
			various marketing initiatives,
			including online promotion via
			Facebook, distribution ofleaflets,
			and hosting open events for the
			Polish community. Ensuring
			academic excellence for our
			current pupils also plays a
			crudal role. These efforts are

aimed at attracting new pupils to enrol. thereby increasing revenue and ensuring a stable cash flow. NIA Other

The charity's	The charity's		The Polish Saturday School in Warwick	The Polish Saturday School in Warwick	The Polish Saturday School in Warwick
organisational		structure	operates within a network		ofother
and any wKlef		network	Polish	schools abroad and	collaborates
with which	the	charity	with the Polish government		and various
works			educational organisations		in Poland.
Reference	and	Administrative	detaiis
Charity name
Registered	charity number		1200089
Charity's CEO			Monika PatNlowska
	Names ofthe cha~ Trustees vrho			menage the charity
				Dates acted if	Name of
				not for vAole	person (or
				year	body)
			Office (ifany)		entitled to
					appoint
					trustee (if
					any)

					Unrestrlcte			Endotttirnent	Endotttirnent
			Details		d funds			fUnds
					to nearest F.			to nearest	R
81Cash funds			Current account
				Total cash funds	7,026
			(agree balances	with receipts and payments
				account(s)}
					Unrestricte		Restncted
					d funds		funds
					to nearest R		to nearest f.
					Fund to which			Current va!ue
					asset belongs			ioptional)
83investment	assets
								Current value
								(options))
84Assets retained for		the
chari+s own	Use
					Fund to which		Amount due	When due
			Details		liability relates		ioptionar)	ioptione!)
85Liabilities
Signed by one or tttyo trustees behalf ofall the trustees		on			Print Name
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Independent examiner's report to the trustees of "Warwick Polish Saturday School" Charity no: 1200089 I report on the accounts of the Trust for the year ended 31 August 2023, which are set out on pages Ito2. 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 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to: l. Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act; 2. to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act. and to 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 statement below. Independent examiner's statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: (l) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act. and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met; (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Name: Mo8aol£rfiQ FHAhi Relevant professional qualification or body: Address: 8 Cia5£ >a6LwKNG, LHf Date: 181Dil I