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2025-08-31-accounts

Trustees' Annual Report

For the year ended 31 August 2025

Structure, Governance and Management

London Borough of Hounslow Swimming Club ("LBHSC") is a charitable company limited by guarantee and governed by its Constitution.

Trustees are elected by members at the Annual General Meeting and are responsible for the strategic direction, governance and financial oversight of the charity. Day-to-day delivery of activities is undertaken by coaches, staff and volunteers under the supervision of the Board.

The charity maintains appropriate policies and procedures from Swim England relating to safeguarding, health and safety, financial management and risk management. Trustees regularly review operational and strategic risks affecting the organisation.

Objectives and Activities

The charity's principal activity is the provision of swimming, water safety and physical activity opportunities for people of all ages and abilities within the London Borough of Hounslow and surrounding communities.

The charity aims to:

In planning activities, the trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit.

These objectives support the charity's commitment to improving health, wellbeing, water safety, and community participation across Hounslow, particularly among groups that may face barriers to accessing physical activity.

Activities and Achievements

Performance Swimming

During the year the club delivered a comprehensive performance pathway comprising nine swimming squads across four sites, with approximately thirteen hours of pool access each week.

Additional activities included:

Competitive achievements included:

Learn to Swim and Community Programmes

The charity continued to expand its community impact through a broad range of inclusive programmes.

Activities included:

Although the closure of Heston Hyde Pool reduced Learn to Swim provision from September 2025, the charity-maintained delivery across alternative venues.

Impact and Public Benefit

The charity continued to reach a substantial number of beneficiaries within the local community.

Participation data recorded through SwimClub Manager showed:

Year Unique Attendees Total Attendances Contact Hours
2023 307 8,588 9,451
2024 577 10,551 11,053
2025 536 9,887 10,993

While attendance reduced slightly compared with 2024, participation remained significantly higher than in 2023, demonstrating sustained growth in the charity's reach. Compared with 2023, 2025 delivered:

The trustees note that these figures exclude participants engaged in non-swimming activities, meaning the charity's overall community reach was greater than reported.

Participation data demonstrates the charity's continued success in engaging residents in regular physical activity. Increased attendance contributed to improved swimming confidence, enhanced water safety awareness and opportunities for social connection.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The charity seeks to reflect and serve the diverse population of Hounslow.

Monitoring of participation during 2025 demonstrated engagement across a broad range of:

Trustees remain committed to ensuring that opportunities remain accessible and inclusive.

Safeguarding and Risk Management

Safeguarding remains a key priority.

During the year:

The charity maintained a formal risk register, with twelve risks actively monitored and managed by trustees, staff and coaches.

Appropriate insurance arrangements remained in place throughout the reporting period.

Financial Review

The charity reported total income of £241,833 for the year ended 31 August 2025 (2024: £232,493), comprising £239,168 generated from trading activities and £2,665 of other income.

The charity recorded an operating deficit of £3,588 for the year (2024 surplus: £17,841). Despite this planned reduction in reserves, the trustees consider the charity to remain financially stable.

On 31 August 2025, net assets amounted to £62,930 (2024: £66,518).

The trustees consider that the charity has sufficient reserves to support ongoing operations and future development.

Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 August 2025

2025 £ 2024 £
Income from other trading
activities
239,168 232,493
Other income 2,665
Total income 241,833 232,493
Expenditure on raisingfunds (245,421) (214,652)
Net(expenditure)/income (3,588) 17,841
Total funds brought forward 66,518 48,677
Total funds carried forward 62,930 66,518

Statement of Financial Position as at 31 August 2025

2025 £ 2024 £
Debtors 10,802 8,318
Cash at bank and in hand 65,391 85,169
Total current assets 76,193 93,487
Creditors: amounts falling
due within oneyear
(13,263) (26,969)
Net current assets 62,930 66,518
Net assets 62,930 66,518
Unrestricted(general)funds 62,930 66,518
Total funds 62,930 66,518

Plans for Future Periods

The trustees intend to build on the achievements of 2025 by:

The charity remains committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive and accessible swimming opportunities that improve health, wellbeing and community participation.

Trustees' Responsibilities Statement

The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records, safeguarding the assets of the charity and taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The trustees confirm that they have complied with their duty to have due regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit.

Approved by the Board of Trustees on: _25/06/2026_____

Signed on behalf of the trustees:

Geoffrey Kwateng Trustee

CHARITY REGISTRATION NO. 1204274

LONDON BOROUGH OF HOUNSLOW SWIMMING CLUB

ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 31[st] AUGUST 2025

FUSION ACCOUNTANTS

Charity registration number: 1204274

LONDON BOROUGH OF HOUNSLOW SWIMMING CLUB TRUSTEES' REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025

Fusion Accountants Ltd

London borough of hounslow swimming club Contents

Page
Trustees' Report 1—4
Independent Examiner's Report 5
Statement of Financial Activities 6
Statement of Financial Position 7
Notes to the Financial Statements 8—10
The following pages do not form part of the statutory accounts:
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 11

London borough of hounslow swimming club Trustees' Report For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

The trustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 August 2025.

Objectives and Activities

Aims and Objectives

The charity's principal activity is the provision of swimming, water safety and physical activity opportunities for people of all ages and abilities within the London Borough of Hounslow and surrounding communities.

The charity aims to:

In planning activities, the trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit.

Public Benefit

Delivered 4 fully funded community swimming/water safety/multi-activity programmes to support vulnerable, marginalised communities across generations.

Delivered affordable learn to swim, water safety, development and performance programmes.

Increased volunteering and employment opportunities for local young people

Partnered with local organisations to expand our community outreach

All activities are aligned with our mission and provide public benefit, in accordance with the Charity Commission’s guidance

The trustees confirm that they have complied with the requirements of Section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.

Achievements and Performance

Main Achievements

Performance Swimming

During the year the club delivered a comprehensive performance pathway comprising nine swimming squads across four sites, with approximately thirteen hours of pool access each week.

Additional activities included:

Competitive achievements included:

Learn to Swim and Community Programmes

The charity continued to expand its community impact through a broad range of inclusive programmes.

Activities included:

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

Main Achievements - continued

• Partnership work with Cycle Sisters to deliver pool-based activities.

Although the closure of Heston Hyde Pool reduced Learn to Swim provision from September 2025, the charity maintained delivery across alternative venues.

Impact and Public Benefit

The charity continued to reach a substantial number of beneficiaries within the local community.

Participation data recorded through SwimClub Manager showed:

Year Unique Attendees Total Attendances Contact Hours 2023 307 8,588 9,451 2024 577 10,551 11,053 2025 536 9,887 10,993

While attendance reduced slightly compared with 2024, participation remained significantly higher than in 2023, demonstrating sustained growth in the charity's reach.

Compared with 2023, 2025 delivered:

The trustees note that these figures exclude participants engaged in non-swimming activities, meaning the charity's overall community reach was greater than reported.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The charity seeks to reflect and serve the diverse population of Hounslow.

Monitoring of participation during 2025 demonstrated engagement across a broad range of:

• Socio-economic backgrounds, including participants from areas experiencing higher levels of deprivation.

Trustees remain committed to ensuring that opportunities remain accessible and inclusive.

Financial Review

Financial Position

The charity reported total income of £239,168 for the year ended 31 August 2025 (2024: £232,493).

Key sources of income included:

Expenditure focused on delivering charitable activities and maintaining high-quality services.

Significant expenditure included:

The charity recorded an operating deficit of £3,588 for the year (2024 surplus: £17,842). Despite this planned reduction in reserves, the trustees consider the charity to remain financially stable.

At 31 August 2025, net assets amounted to £62,930 (2024: £66,519).

Cash balances totalled £65,391 and comprised:

The trustees consider that the charity has sufficient reserves to support ongoing operations and future development.

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

Additional Note

Plans for Future Periods

The trustees intend to build on the achievements of 2025 by:

The charity remains committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive and accessible swimming opportunities that improve health, wellbeing and community participation.

Structure, Governance and Management

Governing Document

London Borough of Hounslow Swimming Club ("LBHSC") is a charitable company limited by guarantee and governed by its Constitution.

Trustees are elected by members at the Annual General Meeting and are responsible for the strategic direction, governance and financial oversight of the charity. Day-to-day delivery of activities is undertaken by coaches, staff and volunteers under the supervision of the Board.

The charity maintains appropriate policies and procedures from Swim England relating to safeguarding, health and safety, financial management and risk management.

Trustees regularly review operational and strategic risks affecting the organisation.

Additional Note

Reference and Administrative Details

Trustees

Mr Geoffrey Kwateng - Trustee (appointed 15/02/2026) Mr Paul Beecroft - Trustee (appointed 01/08/2025)

Mr Sherrie Henrick - Trustee (appointed 31/07/2025) Dr Danae Marshall-Dodge - Trustee (appointed 19/05/2025) Mr Tanvir Siddiqui - Trustee (appointed 25/11/2024) Ms Victoria Williams - Chair (appointed 22/09/2025)

Charity Number

1204274

Principal Address

Flat 5, Sales Court Hampshire Aldershot, United Kingdom

Independent Examiner

Jahan Aslam ACA Fusion Accountants Ltd ICAEW, ATT Profile West, 950 Great West Road Suite E, Ground floor Brentford TW8 9ES

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

The trustees' report was approved by the board of trustees and signed on its behalf by:

Mr Geoffrey Kwateng

Trustee 18/06/2026

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of London borough of hounslow swimming club For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of London borough of hounslow swimming club (the Trust) for the year ended 31 August 2025.

Responsibilities and Basis of Report

As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Independent Examiner's Statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

  1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or

  2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

  3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and contents of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view' which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.

I have no concerns and 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.

Jahan Aslam ACA 18/06/2026 Profile West, 950 Great West Road Suite E, Ground floor Brentford TW8 9ES

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Statement of Financial Activities For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

Notes
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM:
Other trading activities
3
Other
4
EXPENDITURE ON:
Raising funds
5
Charitable activities:
5
NET (EXPENDITURE)/INCOME
NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS:
Total funds brought forward
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
12
2025
Unrestricted
funds
£
239,168
2,665
2024
Unrestricted
funds
£
232,493
-
241,833 232,493
(245,421) (214,652)
(3,588) 17,841
(3,588)
66,518
17,841
48,677
62,930 66,518

The notes on pages 8 to 10 form part of these financial statements.

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Statement of Financial Position As At 31 August 2025

Notes
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
9
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year
10
NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES)
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS
FUNDS OF THE CHARITY
Unrestricted Funds
TOTAL FUNDS
12
On behalf of the board
Mr Geoffrey Kwateng
Trustee
18/06/2026
2025
Unrestricted
funds
£
10,802
65,391
2024
Total funds
£
8,318
85,169
76,193
(13,263)
93,487
(26,969)
62,930 66,518
62,930 66,518
62,930 66,518
62,930 66,518
62,930 66,518

The notes on pages 8 to 10 form part of these financial statements.

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Notes to the Financial Statements For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

1. General Information

London borough of hounslow swimming club is a charitable incorporated organisation registered with the Charity Commission, registered charity number 1204274. The principal address is Flat 5, Sales Court, Hampshire, Aldershot, United Kingdom.

2. Accounting Policies

2.1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)", Financial Reporting Standard 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities Act 2011.

The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

2.2. Resources Expended

2.3. Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand and deposits held at call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments that mature in no more than three months from the date of acquisition and are readily convertible to a known amount of cash with insignificant risk of change in value, and bank overdrafts.

3. Income from Other Trading Activities

.
Income from Other Trading Activities
Income from other trading activities
.
Other Income
Other income
.
Analysis of Expenditure
Raising funds
Raising funds
Activities
undertaken
directly
£
185,546
2025
Unrestricted
funds
£
239,168
2024
Unrestricted
funds
£
232,493
2025
Unrestricted
funds
£
2,665
2024
Unrestricted
funds
£
-
Support costs
(see note 6)
£
59,875
2025
Total
£
245,421
Activities
undertaken
directly
£
155,831
Support costs
(see note 6)
£
58,821
2024
Total
£
214,652

4. Other Income

5. Analysis of Expenditure

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

6.
Support Costs
Employee costs
General administration
Employee costs
General administration
7.
Staff Costs
Staff costs were as follows:
Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Other pension costs
2025
£
32,765
375
796
33,936
2025
Raising funds
£
39,350
20,525
59,875
2024
Raising funds
£
2,792
56,029
58,821
2024
£
-
412
654
1,066

No employees received employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) for the reporting period of more than £60,000.

  1. Average Number of Employees

Average number of employees during the year was: 2 (2024: 1)

  1. Debtors
Due within one year
Trade debtors
Other debtors
2025
£
10,802
-
10,802
2024
£
8,285
33
8,318

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

10. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year

Trade creditors
Other creditors
Taxation and social security
Accruals and deferred income
2025
£
6,148
168
410
6,537
13,263
2024
£
1,219
(371)
121
26,000
26,969

11. Pension Commitments

The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the charity in an independently administered fund.

During the year the charge to the statement of financial activities in respect of defined contribution schemes was £796 (2024: £654).

At the statement of financial position date contributions of £NIL were due to the fund and are included in creditors.

12. Movement in Funds

Unrestricted funds
General:
General unrestricted fund
Total funds
Unrestricted funds
General:
General unrestricted fund
Total funds
As at 1
September
2024
£
66,518
Income
£
241,833
Expenditure
£
(245,421)
As at 31
August 2025
£
62,930
66,518 241,833 (245,421) 62,930
As at 1
September
2023
£
48,677
Income
£
232,493
Expenditure
£
(214,652)
As at 31
August 2024
£
66,518
48,677 232,493 (214,652) 66,518

13. Transactions with Trustees

During the year the expenses reimbursed to the trustees or paid directly to third parties were as follows:

2025 2024
£ £

14. Related Party Disclosures

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London borough of hounslow swimming club Detailed Statement of Financial Activities For The Year Ended 31 August 2025

INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM:
Other trading activities
Income from other trading activities
Other
Other income
EXPENDITURE ON:
Raising funds
Other direct costs
Wages and salaries
Employers NI
Employers pensions - defined contributions scheme
Staff training
Travel and subsistence expenses
Vehicle running costs
Insurance
Printing, postage and stationery
Telecommunications and data costs
Accountancy fees
Consultancy fees
Subscriptions
Bank charges
Entertaining
Sundry expenses
NET (EXPENDITURE)/INCOME
2025
Total
funds
£
239,168
2024
Total
funds
£
232,493
239,168
2,665
232,493
-
2,665 -
241,833
(185,546)
(32,765)
(375)
(796)
(2,127)
(3,287)
(10)
(988)
(282)
(50)
(1,699)
(3,002)
(1,179)
(5,844)
(712)
(6,759)
232,493
(155,831)
-
(412)
(654)
(1,649)
(77)
(28,129)
(968)
-
(110)
(1,440)
-
(1,479)
(2,170)
-
(21,733)
(245,421) (214,652)
(245,421) (214,652)
(3,588) 17,841

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Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Section A Independent Examiner’s Report Report to the trustees London borough of Hounslow swimming club On accounts for the year 31[st] August 2025 Charity no 1204274 ended (if any) Set out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/08/2025. Responsibilities and As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the basis of report accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination. I have no concerns and 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.

Signed:
Name:
Relevant professional
qualification(s) or body
(if any):
Address:

Date:
30.06.2026
Jahan Aslam, ACA
ICAEW, ACA number 1300738
Profile West, 950 Great West Road
Suite E, Ground Floor, Brentford
TW8 9ES

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