2025-07-31-accounts

Trustees' Annual Report

Jan-Dec 2025

Objectives and Activities

Our charitable purpose is to empower every child, young person and family in Wallsend to fulfil their potential. Our charitable purpose is to ensure that all people with disabilities are given the same opportunities to reach their personal goals, continue to develop their skills and become the best version of themselves.

Our Objects

Our charitable objects as stated in our constitution are:

For the public benefit, to relieve the needs of adults in North Tyneside who are disabled or have learning difficulties in particular by the provision of a day service that nurtures skill development, social and communication skills, confidence, independence and self-sufficiency .

Our Values

Everything we do at LANE is guided by our values. As a Trustee, you will be expected to uphold and champion these principles:

• We believe in empowering people to be the best version of themselves through engagement in meaningful and enjoyable activities

• We work with a compassionate and skilled team who respect and value the strengths and differences of every individual

• We instil courage and determination, supporting people to achieve their life goals in a safe, protected and nurturing space

• We inspire growth and resilience, helping people overcome challenges and giving them the power and freedom to succeed

• We are committed to equal opportunities for all, regardless of individual ability

• We create a happy, safe and stimulating environment where independence is encouraged, and wellbeing is promoted for everyone

Significant activities

At Lifelong Ability North East (LANE) we offer clients opportunities to develop their abilities in independence, employability and social skills by undertaking a meaningful learning journey reflecting personal goals. We empower our clients to reach their full potential.

Our staff team which has grown from 5 to 14 have supported clients a range of activities including:

• Engage with their community and use of local services such as cafes, the library and parks.

• Visits to local museums

• Using public transport

• Swimming

• Trampolines for rebound therapy

• Volunteering placements

• The creation of Dine Ability in which a small group of clients review places to eat in the North East for their access and meeting the needs of disabled people.

• Life skills such as budgeting =, cooking IT and social skills through meaningful interaction and communication.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with our constitution and guidance issued by the charity commission.

Overview and Purpose:

Origins and Foundation

Lifelong Ability North East (LANE) was officially established in 2023, gaining charity status in 2024. It was the idea of Daniel Wilson after working with people with learning difficulties and disabilities for several years and seeing a discrepancy in what they needed with what was available to them. Observing the gap in services he made it his mission to be an advocate for them.

After being offered the opportunity to work with a local businessman together refurbished an old medical centre in the heart of Wallsend. LANE began by renting a space in a local church with 3 staff and only 2 clients. As word spread about the offer to clients and how they were thriving at LANE numbers of people wanting to attend grew.

Our Role and Approach

At Lifelong Ability North East (LANE), we operate with a deeply rooted personcentred approach to client support and skill development. This core principle serves as a golden thread running through everything we do.

Our commitment is to enhance each client’s growth and well-being by equipping them with skills that naturally bridge the gap between our programmes and everyday life. Every activity at LANE is thoughtfully designed to highlight the real-world relevance of the skills our clients develop. We believe that a skill holds true value only when it can be meaningfully applied beyond the learning environment.

For this reason, we take intentional steps to demonstrate how the skills gained within our programmes can be integrated into daily routines and practical situations. This ensures that learning is both purposeful and applicable, strengthening the long-term impact of each client’s development.

Our ultimate aim is to provide experiences that are not only enriching and enjoyable but also firmly grounded in skill-building. We recognise that genuine engagement inspires growth, and by creating an environment where clients feel fulfilled and motivated, we encourage deeper commitment to their personal development.

At LANE, we strive to empower our clients with transferable skills that extend far beyond our programmes, enhancing their independence, confidence, and overall quality of life.

We do this using a range of strategies, including:

• An independent living skills programme

• Health and wellbeing

• Music, media and IT

• A social programme

• An employability programme

• Cooking

• A communication and sensory programme

Distinctiveness and Impact

What distinguishes LANE from other facilities is the person-centred approach. Each client has an individual pathway to achieve their goals. Goals are set with the client, their family and social worker (if they have one) Parents have told us that they have never been asked to contribute to goals for their young person before.

Through our person-centred approach, we have been able to enable a client to move into independent living, help another to go on holiday with his family for the first time, another to get a voluntary position, which saw his confidence sore, and so much more.

Families continually tell us that they have never seen their child so enthusiastic to go into school/college or a day service before. Escorts and taxi drivers also comment on the difference they see in the young people they support since they have begun attending LANE. This can be attributed to the incredible staff team and their passion for LANE’s ethos of a person cantered approach.

Our ethos is Ability is Everything and we ensure clients are given every support possible to achieve their goals, they are encouraged to try new things and are supported in building confidence to give things a try.

Our Offer

• Independent living skills programme - Our Independence and Living Skills Programme is tailored for individuals who are focused on developing the skills needed to lead a more self-sufficient life, including those working toward living independently.

• At LANE, we champion choice and independence for every person who uses our service recognising that independence looks different for each individual

• Health and wellbeing - Clients are encouraged to participate in activities that support their health and overall well-being. These may include community outings, enjoying music, or engaging in activities that provide emotional enrichment. By prioritising both physical and emotional wellness, we maintain a truly holistic, client-centred approach that places each individual’s happiness and welfare at the heart of our support.

• Music, media and IT - In our Music and Media department, clients immerse themselves in the dynamic world of creative expression, exploring music-making through instruments and modern digital technology. Activities such as podcasting, photography, and animation provide not only enjoyment but also meaningful opportunities for personal development.

• Through these experiences, clients build confidence, strengthen social skills, and develop valuable IT competencies. The programme also supports the improvement of both fine and gross motor skills, offering a well-rounded, enriching experience that extends far beyond the realms of music and media to enhance overall growth and development.

• Social programme - Our Social Programme is designed for individuals who wish to participate in meaningful, enjoyable activities that bring personal fulfilment through a personalised approach. At LANE, we offer a unique blend of opportunities that enable clients to enjoy an active social life, engage with the local community, build social inclusion, and form new friendships all within the supportive environment of our day service. While attending LANE on a social package, clients are supported in developing and maintaining essential life skills, managing their finances and budgeting, and navigating public transport. They become active members of their community and are encouraged to explore their independence and grow in confidence.

• Programmes can be tailored to individual needs, ensuring that every client regardless of ability has access to meaningful choices and a diverse range of activities.

• Employability Programme - Our Employability Programme is designed for individuals who are focused on developing and strengthening the skills needed for the world of work, career progression, and achieving personal ambitions. With support from our dedicated staff team, we assess each client’s needs, explore their interests, and build on their strengths, with the long-term goal of equipping them with the confidence and capabilities required to secure employment

• Cooking - In our cooking activities, clients have the opportunity to explore culinary traditions from around the world, broadening their knowledge and appreciation of global cuisine. Beyond the enjoyment of cooking and sharing meals, this experience provides valuable transferable skills that support everyday life. Clients develop confidence in meal

preparation, nutrition, and kitchen safety skills that not only enable them to contribute at home but also strengthen their potential for independent living. This growing self-reliance enhances overall wellbeing and empowers clients to lead more fulfilling, self-sufficient lives.

• Communication and sensory programme - Our Communication and Sensory Programme is designed for individuals with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities. The programme aims to promote communication, interaction, and engagement, and to be as independent as possible through highly personalised strategies.

Growth

Since 2023, LANE has worked hard to develop a good reputation within the sector. We were accepted on the Local Authority’s approved provider list within 3 months and their social care teams quickly started using LANE as a ‘go to’ for young people across the region. We also soon built very good relationships with local schools and are now often the recommended place to transition to once clients are 18 and leaving education.

Achievements and Performance:

• Helping a client to move into independent living.

• Enabling a client to have their first independent holiday.

• Placing 3 members of staff and a client on a mental health first aider course – this allows clients to gain support from both staff and a colleague in the form of a fellow client.

• We have grown our staff team from 5 – 14

• We have grown our client base 6 – 18

• We were asked to advocate for people with disabilities in the region who have struggled with transition between services, which was broadcast on BBC Radio Newcastle, ITV News and BBC News locally.

• The CEO, Danny Wilson is often approached to be an advocate for our clients and the wider community who have learning difficulties or disabilities.

• Staff always encourage clients and parents to become involved and advocate from each of their different perspectives with the hope of effecting system changes and the change of public opinion.

Governance

Throughout 2023/2024, Lifelong Ability North East (LANE) focused on establishing itself as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), operating with a board of six trustees to ensure a strong and effective governance structure. This transition has enabled the charity to operate as a robust and accountable entity, aligned with Charity Commission expectations.

During this period, LANE operated from rented premises, initially at Wallsend Memorial Hall and then at The Allen, part of Life Vine Church, before moving to

our permanent residence at The Place. The Board of Trustees maintained oversight of operational delivery within these settings, ensuring that appropriate policies and risk assessments were developed, implemented, and consistently adhered to.

The trustees prioritised the development and maintenance of key organisational policies to meet compliance requirements and support safe, effective service delivery. Financial governance remained a central focus, with trustees working closely alongside local authorities and health partners to ensure transparency, accountability, and sustainability in financial management, this included payments and contracts for clients.

In addition, the Board provided strategic support to the Chief Executive Officer, particularly in recruitment processes to strengthen the organisation’s staffing structure and capacity. Trustees also worked collaboratively with the landlord to support the refurbishment of premises, with the aim of creating a welcoming, accessible, and fit-for-purpose environment where clients can attend daily, have their needs met, and work towards achieving their personal goals.

A comprehensive risk register has been completed and is actively maintained to identify, monitor, and mitigate potential risks to the organisation. Trustees bring a diverse range of expertise and have taken on specific governance roles, including safeguarding, recruitment, funding, and public relations, ensuring that key areas of responsibility are effectively overseen.

The Board remains committed to continuous improvement in governance practices to support the long-term development and impact of LANE.

As we enter an exciting phase of growth, the Board is focused on strengthening and diversifying its governance. We are actively seeking new Trustees to join the Board and help guide the future direction of Lifelong Ability North East.

We currently have one trustee with lived experience of disability and recognise the importance of ensuring that this perspective is more strongly represented at Board level. We are therefore actively recruiting individuals with lived experience of disability, as well as those with experience of living with or caring for someone with a learning difficulty or disability.

This approach will enhance the Board’s insight, improve decision-making, and ensure that the voices and experiences of the people we support are embedded within our governance and strategic development.

Core work

Since becoming a registered charity, our core work has focused on continuing our mission to ensure that every individual we support receives the highest standard of care, guidance, and commitment, delivered with the same compassion, dignity, and respect that we would expect for ourselves or our own family members.

To date, we have worked collaboratively with North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Newcastle, Gateshead, Northumberland, and Leeds City Councils, alongside numerous NHS and Continuing Healthcare (CHC) providers across these regions. Through these partnerships, we have contributed to improving accessibility, inclusion, and support for individuals and families within our communities.

More recently, we have begun talks to work alongside the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority, to help shape and guide the development of a more inclusive and disability-friendly approach across the region, ensuring that the voices and experiences of disabled people remain central to future planning and decision-making.

New Initiatives

Dine Ability North East

Dine-Ability is all about exploring local restaurants across the North East, sharing our experiences and highlighting places with accessibility and inclusive dining that make everyone feel welcome. It began when 4 clients from LANE who have individual diverse needs used their community day to socialise and have lunch together. They describe themselves on their facebook page as follows:

- We are 4 lads from Lifelong Ability North East LANE who all have individual diverse needs.

On Friday we are visiting restaurants across the North East as part of our Friday Community Day discovering new places and building independence.

We are highlighting and promoting the accessibility of each restaurant to help others find welcoming and inclusive dining experiences for everyone to enjoy across the north east.

Going out for a meal is something many people enjoy but for those with disabilities or additional needs it can be challenging when you don’t know if a restaurant is accessible or inclusive.

Not knowing if there’s wheelchair access, accessible toilets or a welcoming environment can make planning a simple meal out feel stressful or even impossible.

- That’s why Dine Ability North East is all about exploring local restaurants, sharing our experiences and highlighting places that make everyone feel welcome.

Financial Review

Lifelong Ability North East (LANE) have not been trading as a charity long enough

Reserves policy

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that LANE maintains sufficient financial reserves to:

• Protect continuity of services for adults with disabilities, autism and learning difficulties.

• Maintain delivery of day services and programmes during periods of reduced income or delayed payments.

• Meet unforeseen expenditure or operational emergencies.

• Support orderly financial planning and responsible stewardship of charitable funds.

• Provide trustees with sufficient time to respond to changes in funding, occupancy, referrals, staffing requirements, or operating conditions.

Trustees recognise that holding reserves supports long-term sustainability while ensuring that funds continue to be applied for charitable purposes and have set the Reserves Policy at 3-6 months of core operating costs.

Declaration:

Signed approval by trustees.

Date. 29/05/26

Company registration number 14850314 (England and Wales)

LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

Debere Limited

Chartered Accountants Swallow House Parsons Road Washington Tyne and Wear NE37 1EZ

LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

COMPANY INFORMATION

Directors	Mrs G Gray
	Mrs S Denley
Company number	14850314
Registered office	17 Boscombe Drive
	Wallsend
	Tyne and Wear
	NE28 9DW
Accountants	Debere Limited
	Swallow House
	Parsons Road
	Washington
	Tyne and Wear
	NE37 1EZ
Bankers	Wise Payments Limited
	6th Floor
	The Tea Building
	56 Shoreditch High Street
	London
	E1 6JJ

LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

CONTENTS

	Page
Directors' report	1
Accountants' report	2
Income and expenditure account	3
Balance sheet	4
Notes to the financial statements	5 - 8

LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

DIRECTORS' REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

The directors present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 May 2025.

Principal activities

Lifelong Ability North East (LANE) is a dedicated centre for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. We empower individuals to become the best version of themselves through meaningful, enjoyable activities that promote personal growth, confidence, and independence.

Our compassionate team creates a safe, supportive environment where clients are encouraged to face challenges with courage and determination. We are committed to inspiring each person to pursue their goals, offering equal opportunities to thrive regardless of ability.

At LANE, we foster a stimulating and inclusive atmosphere that promotes wellbeing for all, helping every individual develop life skills, build resilience, and achieve lasting success.

Directors

The directors who held office during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were as follows:

Mrs G Gray Mrs S Denley

Small companies exemption

This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies entitled to the small companies exemption.

On behalf of the board

Mrs G Gray Director

24 February 2026

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

ACCOUNTANTS' REPORT TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ON THE PREPARATION OF THE UNAUDITED STATUTORY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

In order to assist you to fulfil your duties under the Companies Act 2006, we have prepared for your approval the financial statements of Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited for the year ended 31 May 2025 which comprise the income and expenditure account, the balance sheet and the related notes from the company’s accounting records and from information and explanations you have given us.

As a practising member firm of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), we are subject to its ethical and other professional requirements which are detailed at https://www.icaew.com/regulation.

This report is made solely to the board of directors of Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited, as a body, in accordance with the terms of our engagement letter dated 10 May 2023. Our work has been undertaken solely to prepare for your approval the financial statements of Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited and state those matters that we have agreed to state to the board of directors of Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited, as a body, in this report in accordance with ICAEW Technical Release 07/16 AAF. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited and its board of directors as a body, for our work or for this report.

It is your duty to ensure that Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited has kept adequate accounting records and to prepare statutory financial statements that give a true and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and deficit of Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited. You consider that Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited is exempt from the statutory audit requirement for the year.

We have not been instructed to carry out an audit or a review of the financial statements of Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited. For this reason, we have not verified the accuracy or completeness of the accounting records or information and explanations you have given to us and we do not, therefore, express any opinion on the statutory financial statements.

Debere Limited

Chartered Accountants Swallow House Parsons Road Washington Tyne and Wear NE37 1EZ 24 February 2026

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

Year ended 31 May 2025 Notes £ Income 159,844 Cost of sales (145,694) Gross surplus/(deficit) 14,150 Administrative expenses (31,557) Operating deficit (17,407) Interest receivable and similar income 3 Interest payable and similar expenses - Deficit before taxation (17,404) Tax on deficit (13,724) Deficit for the financial year (31,128)	Period ended 31 May 2024 £ 30,639 (72,984) (42,345) (12,559) (54,904) 7 (434) (55,331) 13,724 (41,607)

The income and expenditure account has been prepared on the basis that all operations are continuing operations.

The notes on pages 5 to 8 form part of these financial statements.

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 31 MAY 2025

		2025		2024
	Notes	£	£	£	£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets			-		-
Tangible assets	4		510		908
Current assets
Debtors	5	812		1,312
Cash at bank and in hand		2,490		2,148
		3,302		3,460
Creditors: amounts falling due within
one year	6	(76,547)		(59,699)
Net current liabilities			(73,245)		(56,239)
Total assets less current liabilities			(72,735)		(55,331)
Provisions for liabilities			-		13,724
Net liabilities			(72,735)		(41,607)
Reserves
Income and expenditure account			(72,735)		(41,607)
Total members' funds			(72,735)		(41,607)

The notes on pages 5 to 8 form part of these financial statements.

For the financial year ended 31 May 2025 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 24 February 2026 and are signed on its behalf by:

Mrs G Gray

Director

Company registration number 14850314 (England and Wales)

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

1 Accounting policies

Company information

Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is 17 Boscombe Drive, Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, NE28 9DW.

1.1 Basis of preparation

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 as applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. The disclosure requirements of section 1A of FRS 102 have been applied other than where additional disclosure is required to show a true and fair view.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the company. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2 Income and expenditure

Income and expenses are included in the financial statements as they become receivable or due.

Expenses include VAT where applicable as the company cannot reclaim it.

1.3 Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Computers 33% Straight Line

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is credited or charged to surplus or deficit.

1.4 Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting period end date, the company reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.

If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognised immediately in surplus or deficit, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease.

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

1 Accounting policies

Recognised impairment losses are reversed if, and only if, the reasons for the impairment loss have ceased to apply. Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in surplus or deficit, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the reversal of the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation increase.

1.5 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

1.6 Financial instruments

The company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

Financial instruments are recognised in the company's balance sheet when the company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

Classification of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the company after deducting all of its liabilities.

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors, bank loans, loans from fellow group companies and preference shares that are classified as debt, are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

1.7 Taxation

The company is not carrying on a business for the purposes of making a profit and is therefore exempt from corporation tax.

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

1 Accounting policies

1.8 Employee benefits

The costs of short-term employee benefits are recognised as a liability and an expense, unless those costs are required to be recognised as part of the cost of stock or fixed assets.

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the company is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

1.9 Retirement benefits

Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.

2 Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

In the application of the company’s accounting policies, the directors are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

3 Employees

The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the company during the year was:

		2025	2024
		Number	Number
	Total	6	4
4	Tangible fixed assets
			Computers
			£
	Cost
	At 1 June 2024 and 31 May 2025		1,207
	Depreciation and impairment
	At 1 June 2024		299
	Depreciation charged in the year		398
	At 31 May 2025		697
	Carrying amount
	At 31 May 2025		510
	At 31 May 2024		908

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

5 Debtors

Amounts falling due within one year: Service charges due Other debtors 6 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Trade creditors Taxation and social security Other creditors	2025 £ 271 541 812 2025 £ 1,156 3,636 71,755 76,547	2024 £ - 1,312
		1,312
		2024 £ - 7,042 52,657
		59,699

Short term creditors are measured at the transaction price.

7 Members' liability

The company is limited by guarantee, not having a share capital and consequently the liability of members is limited, subject to an undertaking by each member to contribute to the net assets or liabilities of the company on winding up such amounts as may be required not exceeding £1.

8 Directors' transactions

Advances or credits have been granted by the company to its directors as follows:

Advances	% Rate	Opening	Amounts	Closing
		balance	advanced	balance
		£	£	£
Director 1	-	-	13,000	13,000
		-	13,000	13,000

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LIFELONG ABILITY NORTH EAST (LANE) LIMITED

DETAILED INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025

Income Sales Cost of sales Purchases and other direct costs Wages and salaries Social security costs Subcontract labour Staff pension costs defined contribution Total purchases and other direct costs Total cost of sales Gross surplus/(deficit) Administrative expenses Staff training Rent Rates and water Light and heat Insurance Computer running costs Travel and subsistence Subscriptions Legal and professional fees Accountancy Bank charges Printing, postage and stationery Advertising Sundry expenses Depreciation Operating deficit Interest receivable and similar income Bank interest received Interest payable and similar expenses Interest payable on PAYE Deficit before taxation	Year ended 31 May 2025 2025 £ £ 159,844 136,869 5,641 1,636 1,548 145,694 (145,694) 8.85% 14,150 290 15,203 400 9,791 1,638 - 106 840 376 1,134 3 - - 1,378 398 (31,557) (17,407) 3 3 - 10.89% (17,404)	Period ended 31 May 2024 2024 £ £ 30,639 72,442 - - 542 72,984 (72,984) 138.21% (42,345) - 6,502 - - 1,308 332 170 240 666 1,080 47 756 636 523 299 (12,559) (54,904) 7 7 (434) 180.59% (55,331)

Swallow House Parsons Road Washington Tyne & Wear NE37 1EZ

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail] Website: www.debere-ne.co.uk

Private & Confidential

Ms G Gray Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited 17 Boscombe Drive Wallsend NE28 9DW

Our Ref: CEM/KL/LIF0001

Date: 24 February 2026

Dear Gill

Lifelong Ability North East (Lane) Limited

Please find attached the official copy of the Company’s financial statements for the year ended 31 May 2025, which should be filed for safekeeping, together with a copy of the filleted accounts for your own use.

There is no corporation tax liability for the year.

Kind regards.

Yours sincerely

Claire Miller Director Debére Limited

Direct Dial: 0191 418 6923 Email: [e-mail] Website: www.debere-ne.co.uk

Company Registered Address: Swallow House ● Parsons Road ● Washington ● Tyne and Wear ● NE37 1EZ

Company Number 09497625 ● VAT No 470 1188 09