REGISTERED Col￿PANy NUMBER: 00810183 (ENGLAND AND WALES) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 526611 Re Istst udited FiD811 ar ended 31 Au ust 2024 for Christian Sehools Limlted Allen Mills Howard Limited Chartered Awountants & 8th￿t0ry Allditors Lewis House 50, Man¢h¢st¢r Road Altrincha Cheshirc WA14 4PJ hristian Schools Limited Contents of the Financigl State￿ents for the ear ended 3J*t Au st 2024 Page ReEK)rt of the Trustees lieport of the Independent Auditor5 34-36 Statement of Financial Activities 37 Balance Sheet 38 Statement of Cash Flows 39 Notss to the Financial Statements 40-53 Chri hools Limit Re rt of the Trustees for tkne ear ended31' A ust 2024 The trustees, who PT¢ also dire¢tors of the chariry for the purposes of the Companie5 AJ 2006, present their report with the fuJon¢ial slat¢rn¢nts of the charity for the year ended 31st August 2024. The LTus*¢s have adopted the provisions of A wounting and Reporting by Charities.. Ststement of Reconllnended Pradice applicable to charities preparing their a¢eounts in a¢cordanee with the Flnallctal Reporting Standard applicable in th¢ UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) ¢ffe¢tiv¢ l January 2019). REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered CornpaDy number 00810183 (England and Wales) Registered Charity number 526611 Regtstered oifiet Tower College Mill Lane Rainhill Merseyside L35 6NE Dani¢l Oxl¢y Al¢xand¢r Dixon Tracey-Jane Beaumont Gaviti Stamper Daniel Langdon-Gritfiths Shaun Deane Company Secretsry Marcus Taylor Princi￿1 Ms Andr￿ Bingley Auditor Allen Mills Howard Limite4J Chartered Accountants & Statutory Auditors 56 Manchester Road Altrinchatn Cheshire WA14 4PJ BAnkers Barrlay5 Bank plc I l Floor 20 Chapel Street Liverpoc+l L3 9AG Solicitors Harper Jones Limited 13ts Hoor 14ccadilly Plaza Manchester MI 4BT Chrlstian Schoo15 Lirni rt of the Trustees ear ended 31° Au us12024 for the STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MAL¥AGEMENT INrRODUCTION This report outlines Tower College's activities, achievements, and f￿￿]rial performance over th¢ past y¢ar. It has been PFepared in accordance with th¢ Charities Act 2011, the TOW￿ Colkge governing documeDL ap_d th¢ S¢atement of Recommended Practice (SORP) for charities. The school's governors, who a159 serve &s the thariry's trnstees, are li5t¢d on page 4 along with their respective aTeas of Tesponsibiliry. The Board of Governors typically meets once per t¢Tm. FOT the pulposes of thi5 report, the terms "tNstees" and"goven)OTS" aTe used interchangeably. GOVERNING DOCUMENT Tower College is governed by it5 Articles of Association. which establisb the principles and framework for the s¢hool's administsation and operations. This document defines the school's objectives, powers. responsibilities, and procedutts for appointing and removing trnstees. It ensures the school remains eompliant with applicable laws. including the Charities Act 2011 and other relevant legislation. The governing documenl 5UPPQrts the school's mission. visioj), and values and serves as a referen¢e for sttztegic decisions and policy-5¢tting. The governors periodically review il to ensure it remaTns Current and effective. Any proposed amendments must b¢ approved by the board aniL wbere n¢c¢ssary, submitted to the Charities Commission for authorisation. GOVERNOR RECRUITMENT AND APPOINTMENT The recruitment and oppointrrtent of governors at Tower College frlllow a transpareni and robust PTocess to ensure the board includes individua15 with diverse skills, knowledg< and experience aligned with the school's objectives. The process iDelude5: Idenlifyfi￿g Ne¢d$." The board regularly assesses its cornposition to identify gaps in skills or expertise, helping detennine th¢ qualifications and experience 50ughi in n¢w trustees. 2. Advertising.. Vacancies are advertised publicly to attract a broad pool of candidates. Platforn)s include the s¢h(wl'5 website. social medii local newspapers, and relevw)t online netwO￿S. Each advertisement clearly outlines the mle. responsibilities aTKI d¢5ir¢d attr1￿￿te$. Applieation and Selectioll.. Candidates submit a CV and cover letrerdetailing theiT experience and motivauons. A selection wmmittee of CUTrent governors review applications and shortlists suitable candidates. 4. Interviews.. Short]isted c￿didateS are interviewed by the selectton committee to assess their suitability. understanding of the sch(KJl's objectives, and personal motivation. Final r￿0MMendatIOnS are made to the Appointment.. The board ￿ViewS the recommendatKTrnS and votes on appoiniD]ents. Su￿¢5sfi￿ ¢and1d￿eS receive fornial written eot)fJrniation of their ternis. Induction and Tralning: New govemors undergo an itmluction proce&s, including an intmduction to the school's missioll, objeuives. and legal r¢$pon5ibilitie5. Ongoing training is Frovided io ensure tNstees remain infomieAI and effective in their roles. Appointments are typically for three years, with the possibility of r¢appointrnent subject to performance aDd the provisions of the governing dwum¢nt. This process maintaiDS Continuity while encourdging fresh ide&% and persp¢ctives. ChrK4ttan cboo]s Limited Re rt of the Trwlees ror th¢ ear ended 31° Au ust 2024 ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE Tower College's organisalional strudure 5UPPQTts effective governance. management, a[￿ OF¢rations, whil¢ pmwotitig transpareilcy and a￿OuntablI]ty. The struelure inclLkd¢s: l. Governing Bo4riJ: Sets th¢ s¢hool's trdtegic direction, monitors pertom)anc¢, and ettsures legal compliance. Members bring vari¢d exp¢rtis¢ rel¢vanl lo the School's aims. 2. Principal.. R￿pOnSIble for the day-t￿daY rnaD￿ement of the school. The principat reports to the board and leads the impl¢m¢ntslion of th¢ strat¢gir plan, iesource managemenL and achievement of school goals. 3. Senior M8n8g¢m¢Dt T¢aJD'. OY¢rs¢¢3 ¥adernic, administrative. fu)ancial, HIL and facilitles departments. This leam works Clo￿lY with th¢ PliDcipal to ensure operational efficien¢y. 4. Tegcbillg Support Staff.. Qualified professionals who deliver education and p&dornl care. Tead)ers pl and assess leaming, while support stalTcontribute to daily operations across vartous fimctions. 5. Suljcommittees". The board may forni subcommiltees to focus OJJ specifie areas such as fmance or curri¢ulum. These are made up of governors and, when appropriate, school stAff. Subcommittees report to the full board. 6. Parent and Student Bodies.. The 5¢hool values the input of parents at]d pupil4 encouraging participation through initiatives lik¢ 'Parent Voi¢e' and 'Pupil Voice., This engagement ensures that xhool policies retle the wider Community's needs and vi¢ws. The sthjcture is reviewed regularly to ensuTC it continues to meet the school's objectives. Any strncturai ¢hang¢5 ar¢ carefvlly considered and implen)ented in consultation with stakeholders. Chrlstian Schools Lirnite ort of the Trnstees Car￿ded 31° Au ust 2024 for the OWECTIVES AND AcfiviTIES OKIECTIVES Tower College's primary goa] is to PTovide high-qualiry education while suptrfing pupiis, personal development in a safe. inclusive. and nwturing environmeni. Th¢se objectives guide strategic pla[￿Ing, resource allocatio￿ and perjorniance monitoring. Key objectRV¢s inchsd¢'. A¢ademie Excellence.. Deliver an engaging and thall¢ngin8 curriculum that supports all learn¢r5 and pr¢par¢s thern for future success. Hollsti¢ D¢veAoptn¢nt.' Support pupils, social emotiOll741, and physical growth through extracurricular activities that enhance academic leaming and nurture individual talents. Inclusive Envirotsm¢n¢: Promo* a sthool culture that values diversity. equity, and inclusion, encouraging mutual r¢sped and rollaboration. Support and Wellbeing: Provid¢ a safe, supportive learning space wb¢re every pupil feels valued and empowered to succeed, with ¥c¢s5 to gyidallce and resources to address individual challenges. Community Engagement: Build strong partn¢rships with parents. businesse& and Cglwnunity organisations to enrich school life and ¢xt¢nd its impact beyond the classroom. Continuous Improvement: Commit to ongoing d¢v¢lopment in governance, teaching, and operntions through evaluation. training. and innovative. evid¢n¢¢-based pt3ctices. These objective5 align with the school's mission and vah]es, attd their progress is TegulaTty monitored by the board and senior rnanagement to ensure accountability and transparency. Chris n Sehoo]s Llmited Re ort of the Trustees for the ear ended 31" A St 2024 ACTIVITIES Introduction The acadernic year 2023 to 2024 has been one of both resilience and renewal for Tower College. In a context of ongoing pjlilical and economic uncertainty. our Sch(￿1 Community has once again d¢monstratcd its ability to adap succeeo and look ahead with confidence. This year. we have c4)ntinued to str¢ngth¢ll our &ademi¢ provssion Mthile expanding opportunities for enrichment. community involvemenL and pupil l¢ad¢rship. Among th¢ year's highlights has been the ongoing 5UC¢¢55 of our Forest School and outdoor leaming programme. now a r¢gular component of the cU￿1¢￿]uM across multiple yeaT groups. Pupils have engaged enthUsia￿lCal]Y in practical learning EX￿rienCes, from nathre ¢ons¢rvation to vegetable plantin& displaying creativiry, collakntion, and environmental awareness. New outdoor ¢lassroorn and playground developments hav¢ ueated additionai Spaces for exploration, learningy and coopeiative play. Our extracurricular programme has continued to thrive, with pupils achieving Success in sp)tL music, ar¢ and publi¢ speaking. Notable accomplishments include parti¢ipation in Model United Nations conferences, success in creative writing and art competitions. ISA sptsrting achievements. and whole-school events such as Gala Days, Cbarity fundraisers, and the Child Geniw competition. Educatiot]al visits have ￿rther enriched the year, with trip5 to Pwis, Iceland, and various UK locations offering valuable cultural and residential eX￿rIenCeS and prornoling indep¢Dd¢nee. This year has also seen an enhanced fo¢us on pupil voice and leadership. Th¢ introduction of Smart School Councils, alongside an expanded prefect system and th¢ Charity Ambassador Programme, has enabled pupils to play a more active role in shaping school life and supporting the broader community. Th¢ir contributions have had a meaningful impacl fiom raising considerable fimds for ¢hariiabl¢ causes to providing input on itiliiatives Such as the new playground and oU￿00r shelter. Safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion remain core priorities. Programmes suth as "My Happy Mind,. The Sp&ee sessions. and a comprehensive PSHE curriculum have ensured pupils are supported academically. 50cially, and e￿o110nalIy. The resilience of our community has been evident in its response to various challenges, including inspections, infrasttudure projects, and national policy shifts. Staff, parents, and governor5 have w0￿¢d Constructively to maintait) a wure, dynamit, and forward-thinking school environmenL In summary. the 2023 to 2￿24 academic year has been marked by ¢r¢ativity, development. and a strong sense of community. Our pupi15 eontinlle to reflect the school's values of resilience. integrAty. scholarship, and ¢llTichment. Their achievem¢nts, within and beyond the classroom, exemplify the strength and direction of Tower College's visi( for the future. hri5ti#n Schools Llmlted ort of the Trustees ear ended Jl" Au Ust 2024 ror the Academic Programs New Vision (RISE Values) The Principal'5 vision of Resilien£e, Jntegrltyy Sehoiarshlp. Enricbmellt {RtSE} now iKcom¢ woven into every aspect of Tower College. What ￿g￿n ￿ an &pirationa] framework is now a daily rea]ity liv¢d oul in ¢l&ssroom playgrounds, FoTest School sessions, and enrichment activities. Resilienee: Pupils have Shown extraordinary perseverance this year. GCSE candidates balanced rigorous int¢rv¢ntion progran]me& mocks a￿d revision clinics, 5UPPOrted by pastoral structures such as Thg Space, a new lunchiirn¢ droFi hub. Younger pupils demonstrat¢d r¢sili¢nce through Well-being Week, -1 Am Amazing" days, and Forest School lessons that continued d¢spit¢ heavy winter 5tornis. From handling exam stress to braving outdoor challellges, pupils hay¢ learned to see obsts¢l¢s as opportunities for ￿oWth. IDtsgrity: The va]u¢ of integrity h&s been instilled in lessons. PSHE discussi¢)ns, and leadership roles. Prefr¢ts now extend down to Year 9, rnodelling honesty and faimess for their pws. Pupils are ertwurag¢d to speak up, whether through Stnart School Councils launching September 2024 or through lesson feedba¢K re¢tuitm¢nt inpu4 a)d safeguarding initiatives. Integrity is also demonstrated in charitable giving.. hundreds of Easter eggs, Christmas gifts, and fotrj parcels were donated to hospitsls and food batjks, reflecting a ¢ulture of doing the right thing ix)th inside and l*yond Sch￿1. S¢bolarsbip: Acade]nic scholaTship has tlourished through an impressive prowme of enrichmeni and extension. Pupils excelled in the Junior Maths Challenge. national Young WTii¢rs ¢omF¢iitioDs. and the British Science Week FKlSter project. Trips to Iceland, Paris, and Costa Brava ¢otwe¢ted classroom learning to lived experience, deyning undersianding of science, geography, languages, and ¢ultur¢. Jnl¢rnal cwriwlum reviews and robust CPD fither enhanced subject teaching. creating a climal¢ wher¢ scholarship is celebrnted and curiosity encouraged. Enrichment: Enrichment opportunities have grown in scope and creativity. s￿rts provision now includes rollerblading, gymnasLl¢S. and cheerleading aloDg5ide traditional disciplines. whik Tower'5 Got Talenl the Child Genius competition, and the Tower College Exhibition showcased creativity and innovation. Forest School became a staple across departments, allowitig children of au ages to learn leadership. teamworL and probl¢m-501ving through outdoor experiences. Together. the RISE values have become more than a visio￿heY ￿¢ now part of Tower College's DNA. Relationships Sex and HE<h Education (RSHE) RSHE has T¢rnain¢d a priority amid national media attention. The Sulior MaDag¢m¢nt Tearn maintaiDS 5trin8eiit review proc¢s5¢s. ensuring every resource is legally complianL age-appropriat¢. and aligDed with PSHE Association standards. Pupils ￿%0¥ed with topics inLluding frieiidsliip. compassion. anti-bullying, ¢)nlin¢ Safety, addirtion awar¢ness, mental health, and interview readiness. The school also celebrnted International Women's Day wid) compeiitions and thlks highlighting inspirational female leaders. Tron$poren¢y has been ensuTed through parent evenings, conSul￿10n. and the installation of anonyrnous qu¢stitsn boxes in classrooms, enabling pupils tcp raise u)ncerns safely and confidentialty. This year. the PSHE curriculum also gained extemal recognttion: Tower College became a m¢rnber of th¢ An¢i- Bullying Alliance, and its prO￿e was commended as compliant with sta￿tory T¢quireJnents and balanced in its handling of sensiiiv* topi¢s. risti#n Schools Llmited ort of the Trustees ear ended 31" A 5¢ 2024 for the Curri¢ulum Improvement A key fiXUS in 2023-24 was curriculum developmcnt and qualtty assurance. Departments undertook stNctured self. reviews, identifying strengths and Collabo￿1Ve opport￿ltieS. Sentor leaders led CPD on knowl¢dgc retrieval, stretch and challenge strdtegies, and innovative approa¢h¢s ￿ ¢ea¢hin8 languages. Staff w¢r¢ also engaged in lesson observation "learning wa]k5' > providing constructive feedback and higblightin8 best practice. T￿ch¢r$ across departhients integrnted rerrieyal strdt¢gie5 I¢s50n5, empoweiing pupils to rerall and apply knowledge more confidently. The ISI inspection reinforced the succe55 of these efforts, praising the c(mmitment of s¢aff the intrllectual vibrancy of the school. GCSE Programm¢ Tower College continued to provide strong 5UPPOrt to pupils preparing for GCSES. Key intetventions included: Subject-specific mentoring and intervention sessions led by senior stsff. Withdrnwal from assen)blie5 to all￿dIe more curriculum time to core study. Daily addiiional study periods through r¢stnLCturing of forni-time PSHE. GCSEPod rollout, providing access to over 6.500 short subject-specific videos. Booster cliThics and revision WOTkshops, with open-access tunchiime drop-ins. Mock Results Day? h¢lping pupils rehearse the emoiional and academic reality of August's GCSE outcome day. Pupil engagement with digita] resourc£s was particularly strong. Math5watch usage ex¢eeded 140.000 answered questions and over 4.800 logged study hours, (kmonstrating sustained commitslletti to revision and independent learnin Math8 for Mgstery The "Shanghai approach" to maths mast¢ry has ¢oniinued to grow. Staff development through Maibs Hub programmes has supported teachers in embeddlng small-51ep, in-depth learning across Pre-EYep and Lower School. Par¢nt WOTkshops introduced families to mastery te¢hnique4 ensuring continuity between horne and school. Digitsl plorfornjs such as Eedi and Mathswalch helped pupi15 identify misconceptions and ac¢¢ss targeted video tutorials. Parents could log in to track progress. enhancing home-school collaboration. Cornpetitiolls: Pupils particiwed in the UKfvrr Junior Maths Challenge, achieving bronze. Silver, and gold award%. In addition, Year 9 pupils took part in problem-solving days such as The Crysial MazÉ EYperTence in Manchester, cojnbining teamwork with m*h¢matical reasoning. Math$ for Mastery is no longer a trial-it is firn]Iy ¢5tsb11sh￿ Tower College'5 model for deep, ¢onfident mathematical un&rstanding. Gr#dugtion CeremoDies Graduation events remain highlights of the academic caIendaJ, blendit)g acadcmie recognition with celebration of personai gr0￿h. The cerernonies are delibe￿elY inclusive.. every pupil is acknowledged for their journey and achievements, whether academic, creative, athletic, or personal Parents consistently report that these evertts ￿ptUre the ethos of Tower College.. rigorous scholarship combined with Compassion, character, and communty. Christiall Sebools Limited ort of the Trustees egr ended 311t Au for the 14 Physlul Edy¢4tion aDd Sport The PE Department has undergone a renaissance under new leadeT5hip. Pupils of all ages have engaged with a broad¢r rattge of sports, increasing participation rates and comwitive perforn)ance. New dAscAplines introduced.. ¢heeTl¢ading, gyrnnastics, and rollerblading. Team 5PQrts'. Netball teams retumed to competition for the fjrst lime in three year4 while record numbers repres¢nt¢d Tower at ISA Lross Country events. International provision: A trip to Costa Brava gave pupi]5 the opportunity to experience kayaking. sailing, and paddle-boarding. combining fitness with culturdl exchaDg¢. Sport is now framed as b(Trlb cornpetitive and inclusive ensllring all pupils. regardless of ability, can find joy a￿d confidence through physical activity. Forest School Foresl School has become a hallmark of Tower's ¢ll￿1¢￿Ill￿, enriching pupi]s' education with ovtdooT leaTning rooted in exploration and creativity. A¢tivities across the year in¢luded tree planting, vegetable growing, r¢)pe and knoi skill4 oUtd￿r yogi bug hunlin& mindful storytelling, and team building through shelter consttiiction and obstacle courses. Pupils learned environmentsl stewardship while developing resilience. teamwork, and independence. The scbool's work was nationally recogni5ed wilh a Schonlsfor Naiure certificate. slgned by Sir David Attent*)rougb, comtnending Tower College for It5 contribution to wildlife and nature education. Pupil Voice and Leadership TWil leadetship opportunities have expanded si￿lficant1y. The prefect system was extended io include Year 9 pupils, widening leadership to younger Col￿rts. Smart School Councils will launch in September 2024, ell5￿]llg every child's voice is heard in weekly class-led meetings. Pupils p12yd a central role in des1￿11ng the new playgrollnd. in shaping the H¢Titag¢ Projeci and in participating in recrnitmeni and lesson feedback. Opportunities for leadership extended ititernationalty: pupils in Years 7-1 I COntri￿red to charity projects Keny4 raising funds for classroom$ and meals for partsier schools. The emph&sis on pupil voice is no longer syrnboli¢; it is SIn￿￿L embedde& and (entrdl to governance. Towering Above Programme (TAP) The Towerillg Above Programme off¢r¢d personalised challenge for pupils acros5 disciplines. Project packs for independeJ)t learning were introduced. Individual Challenge Plans helped pupils extend skius in chosen areas. The Child Genius competition gav¢ pupils in Years I￿ a platfonn to showcase knowledge across maths, musi¢, general knowI￿ge, and problem-solviDg. The rower College Exhibition highlighted ¢rtative woJ*, complemented by sub]tsissions to national writing and art competitions. TAP has established itself a flagship initiative, balaocing inclusRvity with 5tretclL and enabling all pupils to 'tower above" in areas of pa5sioll and tslcnt. Christia hools Limlted ort ofthe Trustees r ended 31" A 11St 2024 for the Career5 and Future P8lhwoys Careers provision broadened considerably in 2023-24. prepaTing pupils for life after Tower College. l.'l interview for Year 10 and I I pupils gave tailored advice on academic and vocationa] rout¢S. Mock interviews with extcm*l businesses provided CV fe¢dback and Ffofessional experience. College taster days at CaTm¢l and Cronton immersed pupi15 in post-16 life. Careers Convention.. Pupi15 engaged wlth professiona15 in fields rdnging from medioine and architecture to law, SPLVU and the arts. Inspimional speakers.. Talks included Hobin OD breaking barriers in policing. along5id¢ input from doctors, solicitors, and author5. Law wjrichrnent.. Pupils took part in The Eig Legal Lesson. a nalion81 initiative boosting legal literncy and dem(￿rati¢ awettness. Catrer readiness now pernieates both CUTriculum and ¢nric]]ment, ¢n5uring every pupil leaves Tower with confidence, ambition. #Ad clarity of direction. Innovation: Al ill EdueA¢lon Tower Colleg¢ is prnud to be at the forefront of digital innovation in edvcation. Mr Glover's appointtnent as Al Amb&ssador for TeachMateAI places the school in a national leadership role. From September 2024. Al will be fornjally embedded across th¢ ¢urriculum'. Pupils will study Foundations of Al, gaining an understanding of its Core principles. Lessons will explore real-world applications, from healthcare to finance and entertaimneDt. Ethics in Al will be a core theme, engaging pupils in issues of bias, privacy, and responsible use. Parents anii pupils will be guided on appropriale and inappropriaie uses. with emphasis on avoiding d¢pendency and protething integrity in le￿n)llg. Al t￿lS will aiso improve school etTiciency and ¢ommunication, from personalised tutoring platfornis to Streamlined administrdtion and real-time parentsl feedba¢k. This initiative marks a (k£isive step in PrePar￿g pupils not only for exams, but for a world increasingly 5hap¢d by t¢¢l)nology. Extrneurrieui*r Activi¢i Extra¢urricular life at Tower College continues io thrive, offering pupils a rich menu of opportunities to discover passions, Lytend learnin& and develop chardcter beyond the cla55roorn. From cr￿1Ve arts to international debates. charity initiatives to outsvard-bound expeditions, 2023-24 has beej) a y¢ar of exceptional breadth and achievement. Christian Sehools Limited Ort of the Trustses ear ended 311t A for the 24 Enrichment Programme The EnTichment PtY)gramme underwent major revision at the start of the year lo ￿e8t¢ a broader and MO￿ personalis￿l curriculum. Pupils from EYFS to Upper School benefited from Care￿IlY d¢sigD¢d ¢arousels tall(￿d to their stage of development: EYFS Lower School pupils rollowed an artiwty carollsel that blended subject exposure with smiM)th transition suppo¢ introducing ihem to a variety ofiea¢hers ond subjects in an enjoyabl¢ and structured way. Middk School pupils participated in a skill-based carou*l airned at sparking curiosity and futyre ¢ar¢ P&55ions. Activities ranged from STEM w0￿￿0p$ to creative arts and coding. all designed io bwild independenee, resilience, and teamwork. Year 10 experienced a career-focused carousel linked to potential college courses and vocationaj pathways. giving insight into fijture opportunities. Year 11 followed a practical job-skills carousel ¢OV¢Ting CV writing, interview techniques. and WOTkpl8ee readiness, equippillg them forthe world beyond Tower. Across all year groups, enrichment provided a valuable p]atfomi for developing ijmlependence. confidence. and leadership, while broadening pupils, horizons beyond the traditional curriculum. Cre8tiY¢ and Cuhur41 Artivffitles 12 Days of Chri5tmgs: Pupils eTnbTa¢ed daily festive challenges, building fOrnmUTJity Spirit and joy thring the darkest days of winter. World Sclenee Week: Lower Sch￿] laborktories buz2ed with experiments and curiosity, marking the second Annual celebration of science. Creative Projects ProEr*mme: Originating as a lockdown initiative, Ihis now fonns part of Lower S¢hool's independent learning. Pupils produced projects of exceptional quality, impressing staff with their creativity amd deepening subject knowledge. World Book Day.. Staff and pupils dr¢s%d &4 favourite characters, with prizes awarded Across year groups. The celebration. led by Mrs Christian and Mrs Riley, was a jo>ful atTumation of th¢ p0￿r of ￿ading. SL Week: Pupils embraced British Sign Language, learning the alphabet and simple signs while reflecting on inclusion amd the importan¢e of communication for all. CoThpetitlODS 4nd Sp￿191 Events Cbikl Ge￿1￿$ 21)23: This Lower and Middle School quiz con)petition tested knowl￿8¢ a¢ross disciplines and proved popular with pupils, parents, and stalyalike. Rotsry Youth Speaks Competition: Three Year 10 pupils represented the school. developing oratory skills d teamwork. Thcir Speeches. tackling real issues of concern. were Commended for maturÈry and convictiOJL Safer Internet D¥Jy: As part of the school's digital safety educatiOD. pupil$ engaged in discussions and a￿1vIlieS about responsible online behavii)ur, joining a global initiative to use technology positively and safely. 10 Christian S¢ho l Limit Re ort ofthe Trustees for the ear ended 31" Au ust 2024 Model ilnited {MUTr4 Tower Fxpil$ on¢¢ again excelled at natiorLal and regional Mod¢l United Nations conferences. At Queen's School. Ch¢ster, pupi15 debated complex issues including global food distribution, propaganda, and wi)men's rights in r¢ligion. They handled an afternoon crisis xenario involving a natural disaster and refugee Tesponse with maturity and adaptabllity. Special congrdtulations to Sarah, who 5ccured her second individual award. At Withington Girls, School, pupils representsd Denmarf( and Portugal, debating endangered wildlife, electoral violence. migrdnt family separation, and the pandemic's impa¢¢ on global education. Sarah's achievement h¢Te, as her fifth individual award, surpassed the previous school r¢¢ord for MUN reeognition. Invitalions to evening CODferen¢e$ at Cheadle Huln)e extended opportiinities furth¢r, showing the slrong repuiation Tower's pupils have developed. MUN has become a flagship extracurricular a¢tivity, fostering diplomacy> confidenrx, ernpathy. and critical thinking. Law And Justl¢e EnrRchment 5cssions Included a Law Court projecL culminating in a visit to the Greater Manchester Police Mu$eum. Pllpils explored the roles of judge, jury? solicitor, and defelldant, enacting trials based on contempoTary Issu¢5 such &s cyberbullying attd robbery. This immersive approach gaye pupils valuable insight into justice, civic r¢sponsibiliry, and the rule of law. Outdoor Edu¢*tion ExpeditiO]Lq Duke of Edinbwrgh Brnft￿ Award: Year 9 pupils complded six months of volunteering. skill-buiidin& and physical aclivity, 5UPtK)rted by Mountain Water Expedition trainers. Training covered fl￿ ai¢1 cooking. and suryival skills befor¢ pllpils undertook a fmal expedTlion Tn Wales. The experience strengthened resilience, tearnwork, and independence, creating memories thal will last a lifetime. Residentials and Trips: This year's programme included skiing in Italy, outdoor pursuits at Willersley C￿1¢, and culturdl immergioA in London. Iljpils also travelled abroad to Paris, Icelan¢ and Costa Brdvi cornbining aeademic enrichment with adventure. Planned future expeditions include Kenya (volunteering in partner schools), Spain (languages and waicr sport5), and fi]rther European t￿1￿, ensuring every pllpil h&s opportunities ftpr transformative experiences. Mu$i¢And theArts Musi¢ provision flourished under Mr Brow4 who introduced practice days alk)wing pupils to book r¢heaTSal time at bttaks, lunch, and after school. Pupils explored digital audio workstations. recording with both live and VST instrumen(s, gaining confidence in modern music technology. Choirs in both Lower and Upper School added a new commuEMI dimension to perfornian¢e. whil¢ concerts and recitals gave pupils a platforni to showcase iheir iajents. Artistic creativity also thrived through enrichlnent exhibiiions, Georgia O'Ke¢ffe-inspireil workshops, Mayan jewellery design, and Roman clay mod¢lling. These projects not onty developed artisti¢ skill but also deepened historical and cul￿ra1 learnirg. Cbristian Schools Limi ort of the Trustees ear ended 31$¢ for the t 2024 Community* Celebrg￿ll, and Lepcy Leavers, Prom: FOT th¢ first time, the Prom was hosted on-stie. providing a fitting farewell for Year I I pupil$ in an atmOS￿¢re of ¢¢lebralion and pride. Librnry Development: A new s¢hool library opened in October. To enhanc£ accessibility, a Year I I pupil adapted the Dewey Decimal System itiio a simplified fom)aL demonstrating pupil leadership in shaping learning Pl&y¥n)un& GAthes Club:. Pre-Trr ep pupils enioy¢d developing sportsmanship, per5¢V¢iWl¢e, and kadet5hip by teaching peers new playground gaTnes. Extracu￿1¢u1ar life at Tower College has never been rn(*re vibrant. From intemati¢)nal debate and national competiuons to creative arts, s￿rts. and outdoor expedition5, pupi15 have had countless opportunities to grow, lead, and thrive. The breadth of activilies ensLwes that every child can f]nd their niche, explore their passions, contribute to a flourishing sch￿1 eommunity. PersonAI Devehjpment ¥nd Well-Being Tower College continues to PriOTitise the personAI developmen¢ health aDd welfare of all pupils. Alongside strong a¢ademic provision, the school has mted a culture where resilience, re5pon5ibility, and compasslon are activety promotrd. This is achieved through a wide-ranging PHSE curriculurn. etthanced well-￿ing tnitiaiives, p41il leadership opportunities. and community servic¢ at both local and intemational l¢v¢l5. W¢ll-beiDgy PHSE, *nd Mentsl Health Support The PHSE and RSE curriculum cover5 1S5ues central to pupils, daily lives. including T¢lationship8, Tesilience. British Value5, healthy livittg, and strategies for stress management. Lower School pupils Studied friendship and online behaviour, while Middle and Upper School groups exploicd topics such as the influence of ¢n¢rgy drink8. addiction, preparation for interviews, and maintaining FK)Sitive mental health. Anti-Bullying Week was marked with assemblies, posier competitions, and Odd Socks Day. allowing pupils to expTess individuality while reflecting ¢)n ihe differcncc between "baJ)ter" and bullying. Th¢ school joined the national Anli- Bullylng Allianc4 strengthening its formal commilment w tackling bullyiDg. Two important new well-b¢ing initiatives were launched thi5 year: The Spaee a weekly dropin for Middle and Upper Scbool pupiis, providiD8 a safe etjvronment for mindfulnes& infonnal peer suppor4 and staff-led discussions. Worry Boxes anonymous submission ￿illts for pupils to raise concerns or seek guidance without e)nbaThsment. Well-being que5tionnaiTes are now undertaken tem)ly to identify patterns in pupTI experieJ)ce and ensure targeted support. Staff CPD s¢s5ions have been designed around thes¢ f]ndings, with particular focus on understonding mental health and providing classroom strategies for SUPPOrt. At EYFS and Lower S¢hi)ol level, Wellbeing Week introduced wpils to yog4 mInd￿lness. team-building w0￿$hop$, and themed se￿lon$ on kindness and emotioJyal intelligence. These aciivities were compl¢m¢nted by World Mental Health Day workshop& where pupils l¢arn¢d b￿thIng techniques and took part in outdoor refle¢tioTh exercises. From September 2024. the new My Happy Mind programme will provide weekly lessons for all classes from F*¢- School to Year 6. The progrJJnu)e is d¢si8ll¢d to build pupi15' understanding of how the brain works and develop long- terni positive mentsl habits. 12 Chrktian Sehools Lim ort of the Trn$ttes ear eDded 311¢ A ror the Nutrition *od Healthy LiviD¥ The catering team has transfoTmed the quality of school meals over th¢ pa$t twelve months. A greater voriety of healthy options is now consistently available. with menus carefully planned io aceomrnod8te dietary n¢¢ds while maintaining appeal to pupils. Stsff and pupils alike have praised the atmospheTe in ihe dinitig hall, which is enhanced by the team's approachable and friendly servicc. liea5tn-reiated etiucaKion is embeaded aw5s subj¢cts, including science All(Klul¢s on 6iet and the digestive syskni. alld cookery wot*shops in both Low¢r and Middle School. Nutritioll Workshops now forni part of W¢llbeing Week. allowing younger pupils to understand the link behveen food choices. energy. ahd mental health. Pupil L¢ad¢rshfi￿ Vok& and Incluslon The principle of 'trupil voice, is fJrn?ly embedded in sthool culture. Preparation5 are undetway for Tower College to b%om¢ a UNICEF Rights Respecting SchooL with pupi]s learning about their rigbts through displays. a55¢mblies, and Th¢ 5th001 will a]so ￿trOduce Smari School CounciLs from September 2024. This system will en5uTr ev•y pupil participat￿ ID weekly class meetings that are pllpil-led, supported by a dedicated Communications Tearn. It Tepresents a shift from traditional councils towards whole-sehool participation. guaranteeing that all voice5 are heaTd and ideas a￿d pon. The prefect system has been expanded to in¢lvde Year 9 pupils. with prefeds taking on a wide range of T¢SP)nsibilities. They assigt in LK>wer School reading, provide feedback on school operations, and model standards of behaviour a¢ross the eornmut)iry. In addition, older pupils mentor younger ones through peer-support initiatives, fostering responsibility #nd crnss-year collaboration. Inclusion remains R central then)e. The PSHE curriculum explored British Values, and It]temaiional Worn¢n's Day was marked with competitions and workshop5 celebrattng the contributions of women to SLKAety. Displays around school highlight pupil WO￿ on themes of respeei tolerance. and diversity. Communlty Service aDd Outr¢acb The 2023-24 academic year wa5 a record-setting year for commuttity et)gagement and chwity work. Pupils staff, aDd farnilie5 combined efforts to provide dir¢ct aid Ix>th locally and int￿national￿. Kenya Partnership - The September Colour Run raised over £5.000. whi¢h fi]nded the construction of two new classrooms at West End Acaderny in Nakuru. Donations of 320 kilos of books. clothc4 stationery, and toiletries were delivered p¢rsonally by pupils and staff. Funds also ensured that every pupil at the school received a Christmas dinller. Hospital and Elderly Care Support- Hundreds of Easter eggs. pyj8m&s, toys. gifts, and over 100 handmade Chrisllnas cards K'ere donated to the Children's Ward at Whisttsn Hospital and to elderly patients. Maemillan Coffee Mornlng - The most success￿1 yd, raisin8 £1,064 through cakes, ¢offee, and a Tower College Bake Off. Harvest Festival- Don￿lon$ were directed to the St H¢S¢ns Food BanL supporting dozen5 of families. Poppy Appeal- Pupi15 rai5¢d £517 for the Royal British Legion. NSPCC Childhood Mil¢ D&y - £2,407.60 wa5 raised, reiDfor¢ing Tower Colleg¢'5 *sso¢i*ion with the NSPCC and its 58f¢guaTding mission. Meal Preparation Project - In July, pupi15 prepa￿1 and paeknged 200 hoi meals fi)r local food banks and Yulnerdble farnilies. Other IDlliitives- A fashion show raised over £3,000 for the ADAM F(￿ndation. tuck shops and Own Clothes Days raised £l,O(K) foT the school library. 13 Christi¥4n SehooL5 Limi ort of the Trustees r ¢nd¢d 31° Au ust 2024 ror the Ch*rity Ambassadors The Charity Ambassadors programme has grown signifieantty since its introduction. Nearly 30 pupils from Ye*r$ 5-11 are now involved, compared with just eight at the outset. The Ambassadors L￿e responsibility for planning and promoting fundraising events. liaising with local Charities. and representing Tower College in community initiatives. Their ￿ljects this year included Gratitude Teddies for younger pupil& regular h09pitsI visity Easter Egg appeals. and adive participarion in sch(KTri-wide events such as the Ma¢millan Coffee hfoming. Their has d¢Yei¢)ped p￿p11$, organisational skilLs and public speaking confidence while providing vital support to good causes. SAfeguardlng and Welfare Safeguarding remains at the centre of the school's duty of care. R¢gular audits by the Local AUth￿lty have been eompleted, with att recomEnendations implemented. Th¢ safeguarding tealn h&% been expanded with additional deputy DSLS to ensure capacity across the school. A child-fri¢ndly saf¢guarding rA)licy has been introduced, 5UPPOrted by visitor information leaflets outlining the safeguarding team and repTrrting procedures. All siatTare trained through the National College 5y$t¢m and updated in line with KCSIE 2023 and 2024 requirem¢nts. CPOMS has been embedded as the central system for re¢ording and monitirring safeguarding cases, providing transparency and accountsbility across the school. Currentty. onty one active Case is being manage<1 with the support of social setryices, demonstrating the effertiveness of proactive earty interveniion. Parent #nd Communlty Engagement The school continues to place strong ¢mph8sis on building meaning￿[ partnerships with parents, alumni, wjd th¢ wider community. recognising that a thrrving %hool r¢li¢s on collalK)ralion and shared purpose. PArent Fornm The Parent Fonjm remains a cornerstone of communication between families and the sch)ol. Meeting regularly in a smictuttd forniat. it allows parents to express ideas, provide constructive feedbacL and mak¢ suggestioDS for improvement. Discussions ar¢ rninuted and shared to ensure transparency. and parents frequently highlight both successes and ar¢as for dev¢lOprn￿t. This fomial framework reassures familie5 that their Yoiees are va]ued and acted communicat10￿ ChA￿￿tIS Tea¢hers nwintain open lines of communication with parent4 etthling direct contact with subject specialists for curriculum-related queries. This personal approach reflects one of Towetr College's greate51 $tren￿h$￿he quality of relationships between teachers and pupils-¢Xtended naturdlly to the parent body. Regular updates V12 Parentmail, newsletters. social media, and the forthcoming redesigned website fvrther ensuTe that parents remain well-infom)ed about th¢ir childr¢n's progress and scbwl eYent5. Parenl Workshop% #nd Semlnars Workshop5 hav¢ plwyed a significant role in strengthening home-school partsierships. Miss Porter, Early Intetryention nd Support Lca4 delivered another highty praised parent workshop on literdcy and leaming support. Building on this success. Ihe school parthered wiib El¢val¢ Education to host study skills workshops for pupi]5 in Ye•r$ 10 arnd I I, followed by a seminar for parents to align strategies at home with those used in %hool. Feedba¢k ¢onfmned that parents found the sessions invaluable foT SUPPOrting their children through GCSE prepardtion. Li)oking ab¢•1 a new progn•nme of Lower School parental workshops will cover maths mastery, phoniu, writin& and grammar, responding directly io positive fee4Iback in the parental survey. 14 Cbristia hooli Limlted Rt ort of the Trusttts for tb¢ ¢ar ended 31° Au U5t 2024 Parent Code of CoDd•ct A fornal Parent Code of Condu¢L intr(wJuced in 2024, Sets clear expeetations for respe¢tful alld ¢onstyctive inleractions benveen staff, pupils, and paTents. This document underpin5 the school's ethos of collaboration alld ensures a safe. supportive enYironm¢J)t foT all members of the con￿UnIty. Alumnl Engageme￿1 and Heritsge Project The Tower Coll¢ge Alumni group has grown steadity llow includes nearly 400 members. Revitalised Social media platfoun5 are providing new opportunities for past pupits to reconnec( with one another and with the s¢hrt im subjects such as literacy and languages. The ethos of character education has been embedded furtber through W¢llb¢iJJg Week5, luternationaL Women's Day projects, Forest School. and PSHE initiatives. Pupi]s oxe ¢onsistently encouraged to develop resilience, kindness, and l¢ad¢rshtp qualities alongside academi¢ ex¢ellen¢¢. Open Day Admlssions Sy¢tt55 The 2023 O￿L Day w¢lcomed over 40 families-the largest turnoul itt i decade-with excellent feedback. Following this, 15 new pupils enrolled after the October Entrance Exam, boosting rtum1￿ beyond 300 and ¢on501idating Tower's wing reputation in a Challenging Independent 5choo15 market. Community Partn¢rships #nd Herltage Group Th¢ lawith of th¢ Par¢nt Code ofconduct has set a cleaT framewo￿ for reS￿dfUl collaboration between families and Alumni engagement has also grown, with nearly 400 members now part of the Tower College Alumni nettwot*. The HtTitage Group, launching in September 2024, will create a historical exhibition onsite, showcasing Tower'5 joumey from its origins in 1880 through its role &% a wartime I￿SpI￿1 to its pr¢sent status as a thriving indeFendent sthool. 16 Christian hoolg Limlted ort of the Trusttrs ear ended 311¢ A U5t 2024 for the GCSE R¢sults Results (Ivervieiv Tower College GCSE Results 202 Source."OFQIJ4L Grade4-9 Grade7-9 Tower College National Average5 2024 90.3% 67.4% 34.8% 21.7% Co rison ¢0 Previo￿5 Year% Cjrades 2019 2020* 2021" 2022 2023 2024 (Grade I to 9) I(KP/o I(MP/o I(KY/o 9￿1 980/0 P￿￿ (Grade 4 to 9) 98•/ 96Vo 82Yo 71Yo 90.311/0 High Attainment (Grade 7 to 9) Top GTade {Grade 9) 22¥0 53Y 5P 130/D 21V/ 34.80/ts SQ 0.40A 5.P/4) R￿￿11￿ hv fvri)u Group Pupil Cjrade 1-9 Grade4-9 Gra¢Je 7- 9 Cjradc 9 V'alue Aildtd All Pupils 28 9).30/0 34.Plh 5.T 0.34 Male 20 i(Np/ 93.￿ 42.7Y. 7.wo 0.53 Fernale 81.2V. 14.5/ 0.16 SEN 77.￿lts 33• 024 High Abilty 14 IOWO 98.4• 10.4/ 0.31 Middle Ability 13 lo￿/ 80.5% 20.40/ O.W/4 0.25 Low Ability I(MP/o 11.lo/p /0 1.78 17 Chrlstian Sch l Limited ort of the Truslees ear ended 31 Au ust 2024 ror the Results Croup Pupi15 Gr$del-9 Grade4-9 Grade7-9 Grade9 Valu¢ Added English tAnguage 28 l(Kf/ 89.3D/o 251/1fr 0.32 English Literdtiire 28 l(KP/ 96.4Vo 39.34A) 0.68 Maths 28 iooo/ 92.￿/0 39.3•h 0.36 24 I(XW/¢ 95.8Yo 41.vh 8.3Q/o 0.50 Biol(Igy 26 I￿/0 34.601• 3.8Y -0.08 Chen)isty 21 I(KP/o 9.lyo Physics 13 I(￿/0 IThP/o S3.￿/0 23.10/0 0.46 History 16 75QA 37.50/L 0.38 Geowhy Computer Science 21 ioooh 95.8Yo 47.60/0 1.33 16 lo￿/0 93.8Q/o 250/• 6.30/0 0.56 Spanish io 10(pA 0.20 PE I￿/0 72.70/0 9.lQ (p/ -0.64 I(KW/o 8Wo 2￿/ (p/ -0.20 R¢suhs Ov¢rvl¢w The GCSF. results demonstrate a notable improvemcnt in #e8demic perforniance, with an overall WdS5 rate (Grkdes 4-9) of 90.30/0. This is 22.W/• higher than the national average and represents a 19.30/0 increase ¢ornpaTed with last year. Furtherniore, 34.8/• of pupils achieved top grades (Grndes 7-9), surpassing the national averdge of 21.70/4) a￿d showing a 13.8/0 improvement on the previous year. The Wdlue-added score of 0.34, a considerable rise from last year's -0.27. highlights the significant progre65 rnade by pupils. These res￿lts reflect the cornmitm¢nt pnd effort of both pupils and Alongside this overall su¢eess, several subjects at Tower College achieved particularly strong outcomes. Geography, En￿]Sh Lit¢ratUTe, Computrr Science. and Religious Educalion (RE) all recorded high ValUe-add￿ swre demonstrating that pupits in these areas made excellent progr¢ss. It is equally important to acknowledge areas requiring further development. Art and PE recorded lower value-add&J scores, indicating that progress in these subjects wa5 less than antieipated. To address thi4 5pe¢ifi¢ int•ventiotJs will I introduced in the next academic yepr to strengthen outccKnes in these disciplines and ensure that all pupils can fulfil their potential across the ￿[ricUlum. 18 Christian booly Limlte ort ofthe Tru$¢tes ear ended 3111 Au ust 2024 for Ib¢ National ODlin¢ Saf¢ty Platform In the digital age, ensuring the Safety of our pupils Online has never been more crnci#E. As ¢du¢ators and athninistrators, we MU￿ equip our pupils with th¢ skills they need to I￿vigate th¢ ¢omplexities of th¢ iDt¢rnet safely and TestMTrnsibty. The National Online Safety (NOS) platforni h&$ played all indispensable role in trdn5fomiing Tower Coll¢ge's approach to digital literacy and Online safrg4wdin& The platforni offeTS a comprehensive library of courses. webinars, policy updates, and lessoii plans tailored foh pupil5, staff, and pareAJis. Its strength lies in its holistic approach, covering a wide range of themes including cytthullyin& gETring, scrttn time. social medi4 online grooming, digital footprints, data privacy, and emerging issues such ag artifi¢ial in*lli8ence. Governors, minutes confim that NOS ha5 been embedded as part of Tow¢r College's safeguarding strate8y* with mandatory training modules a5sign¢d to staff and goyemors to ensure compliance with Keeping Children Srfe in Edwcotion (KCSIE 2023). Completion is tracked electronically, providing accountability and up-to-date knowledge for all Staff. Thi5 ensures that not only teachers bui also a(hninistrdtive and support staff have ¢onsistent awareness of the 14¢¢5t risks and response strategies. Parents 8r¢ actively included throu￿ online workshops and easy-io-a¢¢¢ss guides, helping them to understand the digital world their children inhabit. For exaTDple, the Easter and Summer newsletter5 emphasised the in)portance of parental partnership in digitsl education, ¢ucouraging families to dis¢uss online behaviours at home alld mixkl responsible technology ￿se. The plarforni also complements other pastth71 inilialiv¢$. For example, anonymous pupil ,￿orry boxes." The Spoce thop-in se55ions. and stjuctured PSHE lessons now integrate NOS le*rning materials, ensuring that online safety is not one-off a5s¢mbly but an embedded part of w¢llbeing educaiion acro&s year groups. In additlOD, staff have used NOS resources io infomi FoT¢St School online-safety-linked sessions and cross-cutTi¢uI teaching (for example, linkin8 digital prlvacy discussions Io ¢OmPllting lessons and re￿CIful communication to PSHE and English). The NOS platform has therefore E*¢ome more than a compliance tool-it is a living framewo￿ that uniles pupils, Parents, and staff in a comrnon safeguarding Cultu￿ ensuring ehildren are empowered to make inforn]ed and responsible ¢hoi¢es ollline. 19 Cbristiap S hoD15 Limited R¢ ort of the Trusttes for the ear ended 31 A ust 2024 Outdoor C]gssrDom In our continuous pursuit of educational ¢xcellence and innovation, the school has ernbraced the conw)¢ of outdoor learning by establishing an ¢x¢¢piional outdoor classroom. This deyeloprnent w25 fornially ¢onfllThed in th¢ Governors, Meeting of FebTuary 2024, where it was hi8h]ighted as one of th¢ key Easter holiday projects fvnded thr(Trugh the maintenance budg¢i. The iniliatiye builds on the strong suc¢ess of Forest S¢hooL already well integrated into our cU￿1cUlum, and represents a natthl progre&sion in offering pupils more d>￿3￿1¢ and engaging learning environtnents. This expansion of Ivaming 4)aces has been accompanied by wider outdoor developments across the school STt¢. In Septernber 2023, governors discussed plans for improved playground facilities along Mill ￿lne, with new 5urfaw and equiprnent designed to enhattce safety and play opportunili4s. By Easter 2024, hther improvements in¢lud¢d vegetable planters built by our maintenance team and used by pupi15 for hands-on horticulnral learnin& and the installation of a new outdoor shelter requested through Pupil Voice ¢onsultatlOn5. Together, these projects reflect th¢ school's philosophy of listening to it% pupils and shaping facilities aTound theiT needs and &8pirations. The outdoor classroom has already enriched our pupils, ¢du¢ationAI journey in a number of ways: Enhanced Learning Experfiences: Pupils learn core W￿l¢￿IuM subjeets in a multi-sensory euvironmenL R¢c¢ption and Year I classes have particularly benefited, using the outdoor classroom for W¢lly W¢dn¢sd&ys. bug hunts, and creative topic work, from Antarctic expeditions to naIl￿e-InsP1red art. Integration Tvith Forest School: Outdoor learning now sits alongside Forest School provisioD. Wh￿ thildren of all ages develop resilience, teamwork, and survival skills. Aciiviiies have ranged from Shelter-￿IldIng and nature art to forest yoga and envronmental projects such as creating bug hotels and vegetable planters. Creativity 8Dd Eng#gement: A natural b￿kdroP inspires imaginative learning. Pupils have created stories under the tr¢¢s, explored historical topics like the Stone Age using natural materials, and appli￿ science prdctically through soil testing, ecosystems S￿dIeS, and food chains. Wellbeing and R¢siliettee: Regular wnlact with fresh air and natural light has proyen valuable in promoting pupils, wellbeing. Through Wellbeing Week and outdoor ￿]ndfu]neSS sessions. children have explored stress nwiagem¢nL positivity. and emolional balance in a cal￿, restorative environment. Envirummental Stewardship: Our pupils ar¢ directly involved in sustainability projects, from planting wildfiowers and maiDtaining a wonD¢ry lo tree planting initiatives. Tha5¢ ¢xperiences instil a deeper apprecia(ioTh of ecology anii nuTtur¢ a s¢ns¢ of respoJ]$ibility for conservation. The outdoor classroom is not simply an extension of physical space but a living ¢xwnple of the school's ethos-where innovation. pupil voice, and enviroDmenlal responsibility come together. It demonstrates how we can enrich education in ways that are immersiv¢, m¢mornble. and aligned with our commitment to preporing pupils for a changing world. 20 Chr tian Sehools Limited Re rt of the Trustees ror the ear ended 3151 Au $¢20 C*l¢ring and Thomas Frnnks The past academi¢ year has seen a remarkable tra￿sfOrnIatIon in the quality and variety of meals at Tower College. Governors and parents have t)oted that the catering provision has risen to a new s¢aftdrf with food de%ribed 'treslaurant quali￿, and ¢arefiJlly designed to meet a wid¢ range of tastes and dietary n¢¢d5. Ihe introduction of Thomas Fray￿$ Cawing been a key part of this Atnprovement. Known nationally fLr its outstanding work in independenT ￿￿00]$, Thoma9 FKanks has enriched our dining experience with nutrititi￿ menus and an innovative approach to food edu¢ation. Their team of chefs and nutrltionisis have taken great eare io balance flavour with health. ensurtng pupils at]d staff enj(y ￿ea]S that support well-being &8 well as l&irning. A highlight of their work has been thc educatiohÈl engagement with pupil$. From wot*shops on "rainbow fo(pJs" and "hidden sugars" to interactive sessions on how nlltrition impacts leaTning, Thomas Frat)ks has played an active role in ¢￿beddIng healthy habits across ihe school ¢ommunity. These initiatives sit alongside broader personal development programmes, such as Wellness WeeL wh¢re food and heahh workshops complemented yogffj r¢sili¢nce, and kindne5S activities. Feedba¢k from the seh(M)I community reflects noi only app￿lation for the high-quality meals but also the wami and welcoTnin¥ catering stsff. who make dining a positive and valued part of the school day. Thi5 p¢rso[￿l touch, Combined with the professionalisrn of the Thomas Franks t¢an4 IR8 helped ¢reat¢ a dining ujhure that pupils genuittely enjoy and PaTents take confidence in. Catwing ha5 therefore become more than just a provision of meals - it 15 now a central part of th¢ %hool's holistic approath to pupil well-being. health, and Clmnrnunity life. 21 Christian Sch is Limi rt ofthe Trustees gr eMded 31" A for tlre Impact A$sessment- One-year Updat¢ The school has now been cOnth￿tIng regular impact a5s¢ssments for over a year. continuou$ly ¢valuatiDg the effectiveness of its pmgrams and activities. These assessment5 have beeome integral in guiding the s¢hool'5 directio nd en5urillg its eff(￿S align with its objectives. The Imgoillg r¢views have consistenily demon5trat¢d the 5chool'5 succe%8 in multiple areas.. J. A¢gd¢rnit Prngre5S Acadernic standards rernain strong, with puplls excelling acr055 subjeds and year groups. E-nd-of-year Teports and exam predictions illdicate higher outcomes compared to previous Cohorts. Targeted interventions. new enri¢hmeni initiative and subject.specific CPD (e.g., knowledge Tetrieval stfdt¢gie5 in maths and science) have supported re¢ov¢ry from pandemic learning loss. Extemal recognition has a]so been 5ignificarti'. the latest ISI inspection praised te*hing and learnin8 a$"exteptional," highlighting the staff s d¢di¢ation and the pupils, wogress. 2. Personal and Soeial DevelopmeDt Personal developmenl opportunities hav¢ been expanded through inttiatives su¢h &$ the Fo￿1 School and oUt(k￿r classroom, Wellbeing Week, and r¢silien¢e workshops. EXtracU￿1(u1￿ acliviti¢s-fro]n Tesidentials to Icelan& Pari& and Costa BravA to 5POrt5 iournam¢nts and Model United Nations debates-have nurtured confidence. leadership, and collaborntion. Pupi15 continue io demonstrate increased engagem¢nt in learning and a stronger sense of belonging within the ¢omrnunity. 3. Parent Sxtisfgctlon PaTent engagement remains high. Parent Forum meeting5 PTovide a structured channel for ¢on5tructsv¢ dialogue, while Workshops and open days haye been well altended. Despite th¢ uneertainty around VAT on independent school fee parenis have expiessed confidence ill the school's communication, safeguarding. and inclusive eth05. The new Parent Code of Conduci reinforces positive partheT5hip5 b¢ttween sch￿1 and families. 4. Staff Engagement and Retention Staff mordle and rdention hav¢ $trengihened. New appointtnents in Maths. Biology, Ar4 and Lower School have settled well, bringing fresh exp¢rtise arml stability. The CPD programme-covering stretching and challenging pupils, retrieval PTactice, and innovative language methodologies-has directly enhanced classroom practice. Leadership OPFrfunitie4 such a5 Staff deliverin8 training to colleagues and involY¢rn¢nt in curriculum innoyalion, have furtb¢r irnproved professional satisfaction. S. Community Engagement The school's charithble amd community outreach h&% had an exceptional year. Initiatives such a5 the Colour Run (funding two new cla55r(x)m5 in Kenya and Christmas meals for all pupils th¢Te). MacMTrllan Coffee Moming, Whi51on H05pitsI di)nations, and rneal preparation for local food banks collectively rai5¢d tens of thousands of pound5 and I￿Parted liY¢s both locally and globally. The creaiion of the Tower College Heritage Group strengthens ties with alutDni and th¢ local CQTt]rnunity, pre$erving history and widening the school's visibility. 6. IDcluslon and Diver5ily The commitment to in¢lu5ion 15 evident ihTough PSHE modules ts¢kliDg resilience, at]ti-bullyin& and dyyersty awar¢ne$5. InitiatlV¢5 such a5 the Smart School Councils {frnm September 2024) will ensure every pupil has a voi¢¢ in shaping school life. Expansion of the prefect system to Year 9 and structured pupil leadership opportunilies have ¢mbedded inclusivity across age groups. 7. Environmentsl and Su5taiDwbility Imp#rt Sustainability remain5 ¢¢ntral to sch￿] life. Outdoor initiatives. $u¢h a$ vegelable p1allte￿, bug hotel& and wildflow¢r planting, hav¢ embedded ecoacthjsciousness into everyday leaming. The School received recognition through the Schoots For Nafvre award, SIg￿d by Sir David AttentM)Tougi for its contribution to conservation. The m4intenan¢e team ¢ontinues io implement cost-effecllve, eco-friendty solulioTJ5 acros$ the site, reducing waste and energy wt. These impart a5sessm¢nts highlight the 5cbool's coniinued positiY¢ ¢ff¢d on pupil4 families, staff, and the wider community. Th¢ con]mitment to evidence-based practice, innovati(>D, and inclusivity has been centrdl lo its success. Moving foTward, the school will continue refming strdtegie5 to ¢ll5ure the best possible outcome5-acadetnic, personal, and socia￿[Or all stskeholders. 22 Cbristia chools Lirnited rt oftbe T ear 31" for the 2024 PUBLIC BENEFIT The tsvstees confirm that they haye, when and wher¢ necessary to do so. paid regard io the Clwity Commissioner'5 Guidance on Public Benefit when considering and making its d¢ci5ions. Activili¢s undertaken to hrther the charity's putPO5¢5 for th¢ public benefit are sho￿￿ in the Achi¢vements and P¢rforni8nce 5¢¢tion of this report. FINAI¥CIAL REVIEW The results for the year are shown in the attached aceounts. The sch(K)I's firkancial managem¢nl practices are guided by its co]nmitsn¢nl to transparency, accowLtability, and the responsible use of rasources to support achieving its objectives and enhan¢¢ th¢ quality of ¢du¢ation provided to its pupils. FiM40¢i*l Overvlew This srftion 5ummari$¢s the school's fin#nLial perforniance during the period Augu5¢ 2023 to September 2024. highligbting income streams, expenditu￿, and the ov¢rdll fmancia] wsition. Despite Dational un¢ertAinty in the inde￿ndent education sector (particularly the imposition of VAT on ￿h0o1 fees), Tow¢r College has maintailled a strong f￿ancial footin& ensuring continued investtnent in its pupils, staff. and facilitle5. Income The school's income remained stable and diversified.. Tuition Fees - Tuition fe¢s eontinued to foTrn the largest portion of incorne. enabling the delivery of high- quality academic and extracurricular provision. Governors noted Ihat pupil numbers were consistently str¢m& with 291 in September 2023 rising to 303 by June 2024. and Tower Tots in¢reasing from 162 10 185 across the Tower Tots Nllrsery- Tower Tots proved to be a resilient and growing in¢orne stream. ¢onsisi¢ntly operating at full ¢apacity with waiting lists. Yn April 2024, nursery fees increased by IOQ/o in line with national minimum wag¢ rises, keeping Tower Tots competitive while ¢n5uring quality provision. Wriparound Care & Holiday Clubs - Extended childcare provision contributed ste￿Y revemie while providing a valued servi¢e to families. Catering & Lunches - The partnership with Thomas FraI￿S Caterin& launthed January 2024, significantly irnproved quality and VÈTiety, Wlth pts$itive fttdback from pupi]s and parents. Lunchtime services became reliable source of additional income. Coach Travel Charges - Continued to provide modest but important incom4 supporting accessibility for familles. EYFS Fundlllg- Early years government fijnding supi)orted nursery PTovision. Folkiwillg Ofsted's inspection in June 2024, Tower Tots was r¢-Tegistered as a 5taDdalone enllty, securing continuation of fvnding. ChAritsble Fundralslng & Donatiorts - While not part of operational income, the school communiry raised substantial fi￿d5 for charity and enridllnent projeets (e.g. £5,000 from the Septejnber 2023 Colour Rutt funding two classrooms in Kenya; £2,400 raised for NSPCC Childhiyxi Mile Day. £3.000 from a Fashion Show for the ADAM Foundation). 23 booL¥ Limited Re rt ofthe Trustees forthe txr ertded 31. Au st 2024 Expendltur¢ Key sp¢ndiDg areas reflected the school's priorities in staff, facilitie5, and pupil ¢nri£hment.. Staff S4laTi¢S & Benefits- Tb¢ largest single expenditure, reflectirng the school'5 commitment to attracting and retaining high-quality Staff. Pay reviews were implemented in 2023. Ed￿C￿lI0n￿I Resources & Technology- Ongoing investh)¢Dt in IT (new Active8 IT conknct from April 2024) and curriculum resource5 SUPPOrted academic delivery. Faellltks & MaintenanLY- Significtht projects in¢luded'. Development of a new outd(M)r classroom (Easter 2024). New playground area beside Mill Lane, shaped by pupil consultstion. Ongoing Works on the Tow¢r, where strnctural d¢terioration required urgent scaffolding and safety woths. Full restoration has been paused in favow of more ¢ost-effective, safe alternatives. Extr8£urriculhr & Pupil Support- Substantial funds were allocated io residentials, school trips (e.g. l¢elan(L Costa BTav4 Paris. Disneyland). Forest School (kvelopmeni ¢nri¢lun¢nt clubs, and wellbeing programmes. Professlonal Development- Sraff benefited from CPD tt]rough the National College plarfonn, subject-specifi¢ training. and leadership development (including plan5 foT 5ellioT managers to become accredited inspectors). Admin5stratIo￿ & CoverDanee- Governamce remained robust, with published accounts and compliance with Companies House and Charity Commission. Professional fees covered safcBuarding audits, leg￿ suppor¢ and exiemal accountancy. Capitsl ProJeets - Planning continued for a new swrt5 hall and ¢lassroom block, with feasibility sbjdies by rchitects and earty con)munity engagement. in#nci#l Health The school's financial position remains strong.. SUrp1￿s - A sU￿lUS was achieved for the fourth wnsxutive year (2023 audit signed off early 2024). with reserves eannarked for future projects. Reserves & C*sb Flow - Adeq￿ate reserves are helrl supF￿ by improved debtor management. By June 2024, there were no slow payers or bad debts. Banking- A new account with Natwest 15 being set up, replacing Bar¢lays, to improve service and pD)vide a dedicated relationship manager. Risk Management- The pO￿ntial imposition of VAT on school fe£s remains the key financial risk. Governors modelled a 14/* fee increase to maintain current budgets and explored VAT recovery strategi¢5. Tower Tots. exemption from VAT provides stability. Future Outlook - With pupil numbers projected at 280+ for September 2024. nw3ery expansion under consideration, and a strong reserves policy holding 6 months. worth of expenditure, Tower College is well placed to navigate sector challenges while prioritising affordability for families. 24 an Schools Limited ort ofthe Trnstee8 ear ended 311t Au ust 20 for th¢ RESERVES POLICY Th¢ school is ¢ommitted to ￿￿1￿￿ining prudent reserves to ensure operationa] stability and to saf¢guard its capacity to fulfil its mission and objectives. Th¢ reserves policy 15 guided by principles of fthancial responsibility, risk manag¢menL and long-terni sustainability. The poli￿ requires the school tts maintain a minimum level of unrestricted resetves equivalent to [specific number or range, e.g. three to sixl months of average operating expense5. Thi5 level is considered sufficient to mitigate unexpected fman¢ia] pressures or income shortfalls, sucb as unforeseen ¢0515, enrolment flucthations, fvnding delays. or eci)nomic downturns. It also enables $trategic planning and investtaeTht ill future projects and improvetnents align¢d wilh the school's objectives. The governing body 15 responsible for regularly revtewing and approving the reserves policy, including the minimum reserve level, based on a comprehensive ass¢ssment of the s¢hool's financial position. TlSk profile, and strategic prK¥rities. The board also monitors compliance with the policy and ensuTes that reseThes are managed effectiv¢ly and used judiciously. If reserves ¢xceed rhe maximwn level def￿¢d in the policy. surplus funds will be directed towards acliviti¢s that support th¢ school's mission, including enhancements to progran)mes, facilities, or resources. or potential fee reductions. If resetves fail b¢low the minitnuEn threshold, the board will implcment a replenishment plw which may include ¢ost-saving mwur¢3, fundraising efforts, or budgetwy adjustments. At the end of the fmancial year 31 August 2024, the school'5 reserves slood at £3,511,413. within the policy-defined range. This reflects a strong finaneial position and operational resilien¢e. The school remains ¢oTnmitted to maintairti￿g this stability and will conlinll¢ to manage its r¢5erves to support its mission and serve the best interests of pupils. families. and the broader COllLmunity. At the balan¢e sheet date, the oharity held reserves of £3,511,413 {2023.. £3,253,604) and free reserves (thos¢ not restricted. deSi￿ated or beld &¥ fjxed ass¢ts) were £1.489,041 (2023.. £1,394,808). There were no resth¢ted nor deskgnated fi]nds received nor spent in either the cumt or pr¢vious finaD¢ial year. 25 ChristiaTr h l Limit Re ort of ttte Trustets for the ear ettded 31" Au U5t 2024 Strategic Go813 The school's strategic goals continue to guide de¢i5ion-making and activities in ways that support the delivery of bigb- quality education and the persona] growth of pupils and our cojnmunity. l. Emhanelng Aeademlc ExcelleDce - We remain committed to 5treDgthening our curriculum, Integrating innovative texhing strategies. ana embedding technology into leaming. Tn¢ iDtrtK5uctioJ] of Ai irt edu¢aÉion through ollr iiew partnership with TtrdchMateAI positions Tower College at th¢ forefront of mtsdern pedagogy. Continuous Profe5SiOt)al Development (CPD) for staff, targeted interventions, and subjed-specific enrichment opportunities ensure that all pUpil￿[rOM EYFS to Year I l-are sUPP)rt¢d to ￿hl¢ve their best. 2. Pers*)nal and Social Development- Pupils, holistic growth is a ¢entral focus. This year. new iTritiative5 such as Jlfy HapRV Mind {Lower Schwl) have been introdu¢ed to promote resilience and mental well-being. Leadership oppOrtu￿1t1eS, from the Fyefect System to Smart School Coun¢ils, provide platfomis for pupil voice and responsibillty. The Towering At¥)ve Programme continues to challenge and inspire high achievers. while enrichment opp)rninities, including Model United Nalions, Forest School, and international trips, nurture confidence. t¢amwott and ¢ultural awar¢ne5$. 3. Promoting Incluslon and Div¢r$ity - W¢ are ¢mb¢dding inclusivity through pupil-led coun¢ils, PSHE initiatiyes, and 5afeguArding pra¢ti¢¢$ prioritise regpect, tolerance. and equality. Staff tralljing arnd parental engagement programmes fi￿ther strengthen this inclusive culture, ensuring that every member of the community feels supported and valued. 4. Strengthening COM￿ll￿ltY Engagefflent - We are widening our community lir&5 by holling high-profile events such ￿ fashion shows, gala days, and charitable activities. Our heritage project, launched 2024, builds stronger ties with alumlli and the local ¢ommunity, preserving the school'5 history while celebrating its ongoing impact. Engag¢ment also extends intemationally, with continued partherships in Kenya supporting school-building projects and charithble outreach. 5. InvestlDg in InfrastThtturt and Resouree$- Recent developments include the creation of new outdoor Cl&8￿00M4 v¢getsble planiers. and playgmunds sbaped by pupil input. Major projects undeT review include a new SlKYts hall and th¢ redev¢lopment of the Tower, balancing heritsge preservatton with modern functionality. Tower Tots ha5 been restruthJr¢d to secure long-tenn sustsinability and meet regulatory reqlliTements, safeguarding early yeaJs provision. Enhanelng FIDaDcial Su5tginability - The school has r¢ported multiple years of sU￿]us, with Prudent budgeting allowing invesiment in lacilities and stsffing. However, the itnpact of VAT on school fees remains a Critical Concern. Strategies under d¢veloprn¢nl include careflll fee planntn& m&ximisin8 VAT recovery on capital projccts. and exploring new incorn¢ stream5 such as community use of facilities. 7. Advancing Environmental Sustainabillty - Environmental stewardship is central to our ethos. Pupils across the 5cIM)ol have engaged in eco-projects such as building bug hotels. planting wildflower patrhes, and leading sus(ainabiliry audits. These initiatives have been recognised nationa]]y, including accreditation from conservation bodies. FubJTe pla]L8 im to expand 0lltd￿r learning and embed sustainability more deeply across the curriculum and operations. These strategic goals-fLN)ted in academi¢ ambition, pupil w¢ll-bein& eommLts)ity connection, and sustainability-will continue to guide the School over the coming years. By working collalKtrratively with pupils, staff, parents, and partr¢rs, Tower College 15 well po51tion¢d to m¢et ¢hallenges, seize opportunities. and remain a thriving, fonvard-lot&in8 community. 26 Christian Schoo15 Limited Re for tbe ort ofthe Trusteos ar t￿d￿ 311t Au st 2024 Upcoming Initlatives Preparation for VAT on Sthofrl Fees Under a IAbour Gov¢rnmenl As part of our ongoing conllnitsnent to financial stability and OP¢rnlional resilience, the school has been preparing ¢omprehensively for the possibility that a future Labour governmenl may impose Value Added Tax (VAD on independent school fres. Governors and senior management have considered this at length during 2023-24. and actsve steps are already in motion to protect our pw)ils, tamiiies. and the I0￿g-t￿rrn sustainability ofthe s¢hool. Flnancial Anal)ryis and Budget Adjustments Detsiled modelling has been ca)Tied out on the potential implications of VAT. If no fee adjustments were made, the sclK)ol would face an estimateil U50,000 net cost, requiring at least 270 pupils to break ev¢n. To maintain current spending levels. a 140A fee increase would be required, generating VAT of around £560,000 per year. However, the school is also positioned to reeover some VAT-approximately £10&500 annllally on general expenditllrt and an additional £96.600 historic retovery on the past four years of capital spending. Contingency funds and re5¢Tves have been built up over four con5¢wtive years of r]nancial surplus. and governors colltinue to revi¢w budgets with a f￿u5 on efficiency witiwut w￿pIT)mis1ng educational quality. 2. OrgaThiiatlonal Resilience- Tower Tots Tower Tots, our thriving nursery, will not be aif¢rted by VAT. Anti¢ipating these political changes, govemorn have a]ready approved the separation of Tower Tots into a standalone company with lis omryj subsidiary board. This ensures continued access to eaTly years funding and 5¢rures nursery q)erations against VAT-related pressures. With nursery numbers at capa¢ity and dejnand high, thi$ remains att imiM)rtant buffer to wider fmancial risk. Communifalion Stratw witb Par¢￿ts Transparent, elnpathetic communicatlOIl Is a comerstone of our a￿rOach. Pareftts will be kept fully infomed of fee adjustmcnts, VAT implicatiODS, and the measures taken by ihe 5chi)ol to absoTb costs. Governors have stressed. thc importance of showing Camilies that th¢ school is doing "ail that we can to limit the impact on them" during what is recognis¢d an unfair fmancial challenge to ind¢p¢ndent education. 4. Schol¥r$hip and Bursary Review A ￿vieW of scholarships and buT5aries will ensure the school can provide targeted assistance to families most aff¢ded by VAT. This Cornmitment reflects our ethog of inclusivity and supporL ensuTing that ￿ight and committed pupi15 are not excluded by finaDcial borriers. Lobbying and Advocaey In line with Independent Schools A550ciation (ISA) advi¢e, porents will be eneouraged to share iheir personat stories with MPS and the wider public, emphasising the Sa￿lfiCeS many families make lo independent education. PareDt Consultations and Engagement R¢gular consultstions with parents are planned to discuss VAT implications and explore ideas such as c(Trrnmunity revenu¢ generation. This includes using school facilities for external l¢ttin8s, weddings, and events, which could help offset eosts and provide value back io families. Capltsl and Revenue Planning Governors are reviewing capital project￿InCI￿dlng the Tower restOTa¢ion and sp(*ts hall development-in lighi of VAT. The strdtegy PTioritises projects that genetrate incom¢ or directly benefit pupils, while deferring non-e55eTltial heritsge expenditure. A financial reserve is being maintaind to provide an initial buffer against sudden changes. While the ijnposition of VAT on School fres presents a significant cha]leng¢, Tow¢r College has tak¢n proactive Steps to prepare. With strong r¢s¢TY¢S, healthy pupil nu]nbers. and a thriving nursery that IS insulated from VA T, the school is in a robust positi(m io navigate this period of uncertainty. By combinujg f]naTLciai prndence, community engagement, and opert communication, Tower College Temains cornmitted 10 5UStaintng excellence in education while prOte￿Ing the inierests of its families. 27 Chri5tiaD h 15 Limited rt of the Trustees r ended 31°A ust 21124 (or tb¢ Prcparation and Response to Pot¢nti81 Cyb¢rs¢¢urity Attacks CybersKuTity is a CTitical concern fr*r our schiM)l in the current digitsl age. With the incr¢￿ed use of digital platforms acT05s safeguarding. teachin& administration, and parent communication, we recogni5e the potential risks and are a¢tively d¢veloping k comprehensive Stra￿gY to prepare for and respond to ¢ybeT5eturity threats. Our aim is to ensure the protection of our digital infraStt￿etllre and the sensitive dats of our pupils. staff, and stskeholders. l. Cybers¢furity Risk A￿￿e￿Illent A full review of our IT systems has been undertaken to identify wjjnerabilities. This t￿l]d5 on our transition 10 Aclivel IT support, which has already slrengthentd digitsl reliabiliry following the conclusion of the Resman Contract. The assessment included safeguarding systems such as CPOMS, whtch now securely stores staff and pupil records digitally. Strengthening Digitsl Infrastructure Guided by our IT provider. we are enhan¢ing se¢urAry protocols with updated fw¢walls, intrusion detection, and encrypied communications. Reg￿lat pat¢hing and proactive monitoring ar¢ now part of Active8's service. These measures align with our broader investment in safeguarding and complianee following exremal audits. Staff Training Aw&reness Staff continue to re¢eTve statstory safeguarding and dats protection trninin& complemented by digital security awareness sessioos. Training covers y￿08￿lS]ng phishing att¢tnplS. se¢ure pwword practices, and Teporting Suspicious activity. Data Proteetion Polltles Updated policies are in line with KCSIE 2023 and 2024 guidanee, ensuring data handling me¢ts r¢gulatory stsndards. Secure ￿ceSS control¥ centra]ised logging, and cloud-based redundancy mean staff and pupil inforniaiion is safeguar(kd against misuse. Incffident Response Plan A revised r¢spins¢ plan ensures rapid ¢ontsinment and communication in the event of a cyber incident. Roles and responsibilitie5 ar¢ cl¢arly d¢f￿￿1 for IT Staff, senior leadership, and governors. Parents will be informed should an ¢v¢nt aff¢rt their child's dat4 reflecting the clear cornmunication approach used in safrguarthng and (Trmplianr¢ rnatters. R¢gul&r Cybersecurity Audits Anllual audits will be carried out in paitrership with extern81 rr specialists. These reviews will test Sy5tern resilience and ensure our policies remkin aligned with evolying cyber threat5, mueh like the extemal safeguarding audits we already undertAke. Backup and Recovery Systems Robust backup systems have been put in place to ensure data Continuity. CritiCAI files are stored securely offsite with redundancy, and backup integrity is tested routinely. This mirrora our bToader culDJtE of risk management seen in estates, fmance. and health and safety reviews. Integratlon wlth Wider Digital Strnt With the school embracing Al in educatlott 2nd digital innovation across Iwhing and ¢ommuni¢ations, cybersecurity has been em￿dded into future planning. Secure platfoTm5 foT par¢ntal engagemenL online learnin& and internal co11aFN)￿ioll are prioritised to ensure both safety and iMovatiotL In sumJn•ry. our school is ¢ommitted to maintaining th¢ high¢st level of cybersecurity preparedness. By combiDing risk ass¢ssmenL infrastiucture Up￿$, staff training, stron8 data protection policies, and independ¢n¢ audits, w¢ are taking proactive steps to protect our community against ihe ever-evolving lalldscape of cyber threats. 28 Christia ools Limi Re rt ofthe Trus for the ear ended 31 A Adapting to the ISI lllspection Process The Indep¢ndcnt Schools Inspxtordte (ISI) has recently wpdaied its inspeuion process, whi¢h requires a proactive and strategic response from our School. Our approach is d¢$i￿ed not onty to ensure full compliance but also to showcase the breadth of our pupils, learnin& well-betng, and personal development. I. Utsderstslldkng the Updated Criteria A l¢ad¢rship ￿0up. supported by governrffs, has undertaken a d￿ti]led Tyview of the new ISI framework. Recent ¢xp¢riences with Tower Tots, transition to OFSTED inspection and the positive outcome of the school's own ISI inS￿(tIon in 2024 demonstrnte the ill)portan¢¢ of understandillg Tegulatory detail. By embedding the5¢ le550ns, we ¢nsurE readiness across all 8re&s. 2. Staff Tralning Dev¢lopme#t Staff professional dev¢lopmeni has beert strengthened through continuous CPD initiatives. For example. rec￿1 workshops have fo￿Sed on knowledge retrieval, differentiaiion, and safeguarding proiocols. The school is also encouraging senior leaders to gain inspe¢tor training themselves, enhancing in-house expertise on compliance alld quality standa￿. 3. Curriculum Review and EnbaD¢etNe#t C￿￿1¢￿IuM development remains central. Across the past year, pupils have engag¢d in Anllovatiye ¢nTichment progrdmrn¢5 such Ls Forest School ouldoor leamin& Al in education initiatives. and the T(Trw¢ring Above Programrne for high ￿hleyers. Subjeci areas ci)ntinu¢ to adapt, with Strong feedback on breadth and depth during Inspections. 4. Strengthening Safeguarding Measures Safeguarding retnains a key inspection focus. Our Safeguarding team (DSL and rnultiple DDSLS) is fvlty trained, supported by regular Local Authority audits. Policies aTe in line with KCSIE 2024 uKdat¢s, and digital systems such as CPOMS and SCR digitalisation ensure record5 ar¢ accurate alld 5ecur¢. All visitor5 llow r¢¢eAve s￿¢gUardIng guidance leaflets. 5. Ellhaneing Student Suppfrrt Services Initiatives such as The Spac¢ (a weekly well-being drop-in). mentsl health supporL and pastoral progralllmes underpin our Commitment to pupil welfare. Broader personal development is nurtured through PSHE, pupil leadership Iprefects, Smart Sch(Mil Councils). and eXtracU￿1¢￿[3r enrichmenl (Model UN, international trips, music. art5, alld spoils). 6. Eng8giDg Parertts and the Wider Community Governors and leadership recognise the importance of transpar¢n¢y with parents. From OFen evenitw to newsletters and direct consultation (such 05 playground planning shaped by pupil and parent voi¢¢), engagement is woven into improvement plannit)g. GovernoTS have also emphasised 5tr¢ngthening community links througb ¢v¢nt4 Tn&*e¢ing, and opening facilities io th¢ widerpublic. 7. Mock Inspection# Self-EvalN*tloD Governors and senior leaders regularly ¢onduct internal audits of tea¢hin& learning, safeguarding, and health and safety. These exercises provide criti￿] self-evaluation ahead of insp¢¢tion. The schi)ol's ongoing impact as5es5rnents also provide evidence of academi¢ pn)gres& pasloral ¢are, and paren¢ satisfaction. 8. Do¢umentstion and Evidellce Prepar*tion OUT documenlation-covering safeguard￿￿ audits, curriculum plans, pupil progress dats. financial records, and Compliance with Statutory requirem¢nts-is maintained centrally and sexurely. With Tower Tots now operating &s a separate entity under OFSTED, ¢lear record-kttping ensures that iKTrth bodies are ￿llY complignt with their r¢3pecÉive frameworks. By combining regulatory r¢adiDess with real strengths in pupil voice, sttff developmen¢ safeguardin& and curriculum inngvation, our school is llot simply preparitig for inspection bui &tively raising standards. The glowing feedback from the 2024 ISL inspedioll affmns our directlon, and our robust preparatiim ensur¢$ we continue Iv d¢rnonsttaie excellen(¢ and complian¢¢ in all aspects of s¢hool life. 29 ChristiaD S h Lilllited ort of the Trustees ear ended 31° Au St 2024 for th¢ ISI Inspection Readiness Key Strength5 (¥) and Next Steps (* ) Understanding Criteria Governors & SLT reviewed framework Share updates across staff Staff Training 0 Strong CPD, safeguaTding focus Develop inspectoy-level expertise Currlculum Broad & enriched.. Forest School. Al. TAP Embed more pupil-led evKlenee 11 Safeguarding DSLIDDSL trained, CPOMS, LA audit approved Prepare for KCSIE 2024 changes Student Support 'The Space. wellbeing hub, PSHE, Sman Councils -> Expand mental heahhlcareers guidance F>arent Engagement Consultalions, open evenings. newsletters Boost outreach via hxal press & soc￿5 111 Self-Evaluation é Mock inspections & impact assessments -ty Align reports to ISI language 11 Documentation centr￿ISed, Tower Tots now OFSTED -• Maintain inspection re￿IneSS packs Educational Enhallcements Between August 2023 and September 2024. Tower College conttnued to refme its educational provision to ensure pupils ar¢ well-prepared for success in a rapidly evolving world. A key development during this peri(Kl was the restructuring of Year 6 into a stationary class with a pernianeni ieacher. Following the strong progress made in Year 5 nder Mtss Midgley, thts model w&% extended into Year 6. with Mr Swe¢ney appointed fts the dedicated cl&ss teacher from Sept¢mber 2023. This ¢hall8e offered pupils increased consistency. a¢ad¢tni¢ focus, and enhanced pastora] support during a crucial transitsoll y¢ar. The enriched curriculum remained in pla¢¢, with subject specidists from the Middle and Upper Schi)015 deliveriDg lessons in science, languages, and computing. This combinAtion of stabillry and subject expertise broadened pupi]5' educatio￿&1 experience and ensured effective prepardtion for entry into Year 7. Throughout the year. pupil voice initiatives also pl&yed a significani rol¢. From the introduction of Si￿Clured S¢h(x)I Council procedures to rhe launch of Smart School Councils Att S¢pteA]Lber 2024. pupils were given greater opportunities lif 30 Christian Sf h k Llmited Re for ¢h¢ ort of the Trusttts ar ended 31"Au ust2 Enhancing CommunicatlOD Alld M¥4rke¢iDg through a New Sehool Webslte In 2024, Tower College advanc¢d its communi¢atioDs strategy with the development of a new website by Innermedi ¢omplemented by an updated prospectus and protnotiomal materials. Videography was used throughout the year to ¢apnJre key events, including the Year I I Prom, GCSE results day, and a seri¢s of promotional videos. The redesigned website will be more user-friendly, mobile-responsive, ana ruSly integrnted with social rAertia. This supports the school'5 broader marketing approa¢lL which Dow uses InstagraTll as its prirnary outrea¢h plaiforn). Additionally. alunwi nen¥oJks were lornialised with the creation of a dedicated Tower Coll¢g¢ Alumni page. Events su¢h &$ fashion shows, open evenings, and school trips wer¢ used not only io highlighi pupil ￿h]eVeMents but also to ¢nhance the school's presence in the wider wmmuttity, Collectively, these initiatives contributed to a strong and dynami¢ public profile during a period of both opwrturtity and chalknge. Diyersity and Inclusion A¢tio• The 2023-24 academic year saw Tower College deepen its commitment to diyersity and inclusion. A 10-Step Pupil Voice strdt¢gy was introduced, inco)porating UNCRC Rights Resp¢cliDg Sehool aC￿edItatiOn, a ￿llY inclusive School Council. and expanded pupil p8rticipalion in lesson obs¢rvation& r￿rUitmen( and governaDCe. The PSHE ¢urriculum wos significantly enhanced with new modules covering topics such a5 anti-bullying> addi¢tio healthy relatioJkghip& and online safety. tnitiatives in¢luded an0n￿ouS question l)oxes, Odd Socks Day, aDd the launch of"The Space" a w¢¢kly wellb¢ing drop-in for Middle and Upper School pupils. In September 2024. Smart School Councils were introducNI in the Lower alld Middl¢ Schoo15, ¢m￿ddIng weekty class-led meetings w ensure all pupils had a volte. In￿StrUcture Upgrade Plan Between Augus12023 and September 2024, a s¢ri¢s of infrastTh￿ improv¢rnents wer¢ ¢ompleted or initiated.. Playgrounds athd Outdoor Spaces: A major redevelopment of the Mill Lane playground was launched, with design input from pupils. Additional outdoor shelters and Seating were installed to improve playtimes and support wellbeing. Forest School Eipan510rt'. Outdoor c1&5srooms, veg¢table planters, bug hotels, and environmental projects became regular feature5 of the timetabl¢. Mrs Boyd was appointed Forest School and Outdoor Leorning teacher from September 2024. Sports Hall DeVelopMe￿t. Feasibility srndies and arthitecnual plaDS were complded for a new sports and classroom facilty. Governors are considering cotnmuDity access as part of the long-terni plan. Tower Repairs.. Ein¢tEeJ]cy stsbili$&iion work was undertaken on the historic Tower in 2024, including scaffolding and structural sutveys. Governors agreed that reconstru¢tion was not financially viable in the short terni, prioritiging r¢sour¢es for pupil-facing facilities. IT Upgrade.. ActiY¢8 was appointed as the new IT provider from April 2024, with a focus on modemising th¢ school's digital infrastructure. Finaneial Suyt*lnability Fitwicial rn¥nagemeni during 2023-24 chara¢t¢rised by prudent plat]ning and continued re5ilienee. The s¢hool recorded a surplus for ih¢ fourth consecutive year, while atso investing in stsff]ng and facilitie5. Tower Tots nursery Temained at full capaoity and. following an Ofsted inspection in June 2024, was restructhi¢d as a separate legal entity lo protect early y¢ar5 filnding and improve compliance. The introduciion of VAT ot) School fees under a IAbour govvnment prompted detailed finaThcial planning. Various scenarios were mod¢lled to assess the impact of fee increases and VAT recovery ort capital illvesthlent. Governors a150 explvred new inwme streams. including external Èacility mi￿ ana increasea ¢ommuniry partnerst]ips. 31 hri5tia# Sehools Limited of he Trus elr ended JJ. Au for th¢ SI 2024 Further lttiliatives As Tower Colleg¢ enters the 202¥25 academic year, several initiatives launched or prepared in the ptrvtous year are to expand: Al in Educat￿￿.. Integration of artificial intelligence into the Curriculum, with MT Glover appointed a national TeachMateAI Ambassador. Pupils will explore Al foundations. applications, and ethical considerations. My Happy Mind: Weekty wellbeing lessons for pupils from Pre-school to Year 6, Supporting restlience and positive mental health. Expanded Enrichment: Free lunchtime clubs introduced in Sei*ember 2024. covering art4 Sports, coding, music, and s¢ience. Parent Work5hop5.' A series of eurrieulum-focused workshops for Lower School parents addr￿SIng phonics. maths m15t¢ry, and writing development. Herltage GTOUP.. Launch of a Tower College Heritage Group, in collaboration with alumni and the Oxley family, to preserve the School's history and develop on-site exhibitions. Towering Al)ove Programme.. Expanded competitions personalised challenge plans for high-achieving pupils, bllilding on the success of the Child Genius comNitiOn and ihe Tower College Exhibition. Ck¥4rlty Global Links.. Continuation of major funilTaising efforts. including * planned trip to Kenya in 2025 to support school building and community development. 32 n Sehools LiThi rt of the Tru5t¢e5 ear ended 31" A SI 2024 for the STA TEMENT OF TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES The trjstees (who are also the direaors of Ch175tian Sehoois Limited for the PUryM)se of company law) are responsible for preparing the R¢port of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Sthndards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Ac¢ounting Prdctice). Company law Yquires the twstees to prepare fTrEWhcial statemenL for each financial year which givp a true aDd fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the im¢oming resou￿¢5 and application of resource5, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable Company for that period. ITJ p￿parIll8 those fmancial statem¢nt& the tsustees are requiTed to: select suitable accounting policie5 and then apply thern consistently. observe the methods and principles in the Charity SORP. make judgement5 and estimates that are re￿Onable and prudent; State whether appli¢able a¢¢ounting standards have been followed, Subject to any matertal d¢pms disclosed ènd explained in the fmancial statements. prepare the fmancial ￿aterne￿ts on the going ¢on¢ern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the htiritsble company will wntiDu¢ in business. The trustees are responsible for kc¢ping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at atty tim¢ the financial p05ilion of the charitsble company and to ¢nable them to ensure tbat the financial statements comply with the Companies A¢t 2006. They are also r¢sponsibl¢ for safeguarding the &¥sets of the charitable tompany and hence for tsking reasonabl¢ st¢P5 for the prevention and d¢t¢rtioll of fraud and other irregularities. In so far as the1Nstees aTe aware.. there is no relevant inforniation of which the ch2rRtsble company's auditors are unaware. and the trjstees hav¢ iaken all the steps that th¢y ought to have taken to make themselves aware of any relevant audit infomiati(>n and to establish that the auditors are aware of that infornydtion. TRVSTELS, INDEMNITY ARRANGEMEI¥TS Individual indemnities have been provided to the directors, wjder which the company has agreed to indemnify the trustees lo the extent pern)itted by law in respect of all liabilities to thtrd parties arising out of. or in ¢onn¢ction with. their execution of their powers, duties and responsibilities Js trustees of the company. These indemnities are Qualifying Third Party Indemnities Provi$ions as der￿ed in Section 236 of the Companies Act 2006 and copies are available for inspection in the office during nomial school hours. AUDITORS The auditors. Allen Mills Howard Limited, will be proposed for re-appoinknent at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting. This report has been prepared in accordance with the 5pe¢ial provisions of Part 15 of the Companies A¢t relating to Small companie5. This report of the tTUStees, approved by order of ihe Ixmrd of tru5rees. as the compony directory on 19th September 2025 and signed on the board's behalf by.. Mr Daniel Oxley- Trustse 33 Inde endent Auditor he Mem Chri51iaD School Limlted Opinion W¢ have audited the f￿all(la1 statements of Chrislian Sthools LÉmited (the 'charitable company? for th¢ year ended 31￿ August 2024 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities. the Balance Sheet. the Cash Flow Si8t¢mertl nd notes to the fmallcial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policie5. The finan¢tal r¢wting framework that has been applied in their preparalion is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting StandaTd& (United Kingdom Generntly A¢cept¢d Accounting Practice). In our opinion the financial s￿ements. give a ttue and fair view of the state of the charitable company's aff3irs as St 31st August 2024 and of its incoming reSou￿e5 and opplication of resources, including its inwme and expenditure. for the year then ended. have been properly pttpared in aceordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice. and have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. Ba$]$ for opinion We ¢onductcd our audit im accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAS (UK)) and appli¢abl¢ law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further d¢scrib¢d in the Auditors responsibilities for th¢ audil of the rinancial statements section of our rerM)rt. We are inKkpendeni of the ciwitable Company in accordance with the ethical requiretnents that are rekvant to our audil ol th¢ fmancial siatements in the UK including the FRC'S Ethical StAndard, and we have fu]filled our oth¢r ¢ihi¢al r¢srK)nsibiliiies in accordance with th¢5¢ requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is 5UtTi¢ieni and approprAate to provide a b￿lS for our opinion. Conelusions relating lo golng ¢omcern In auditing the f]nanci81 statement4 we have concluded that the diredors, use of the gotng concern basis of acc(￿nI]ng in the Preparation of the f]D2nciat statements is appropriate. B￿ed on the work we have perfornied, we bave not identified any material uncettsintie5 relating to evfflts or ¢onditions thaL individually or colle￿1¥elY? may cast significant doubt on the company's ability to continu¢ as a going concern for a period of at le&4t twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue. Our responsibilities and the responsibiliti¢s of the directors with respect to goillg wnc¢m 8re described in the relevant sections of this reporL Other information The trustee5 are responsible for tbe other inforniation. The other ]nfoTmation Comprises the inforniation included in th¢ annual Teport, other than the fmancial statements and our Report of the Jndependent Auditor5 ther¢on. Our opinion on the fllW]cial stalements does not ¢oveT the other inforn]ation and we do not expres5 any fomi of assurance conclusion thereon. connection with our audit of the fmancial statement4 our re5ponsibilty is to read the other inforniation and. in doing 50, Consider whether the other inforn)ation is materialty incortsisteni with ihe financial siatemenis or our knowledge obtained in the audit or othenvise appears lo be materially missthted. If, based on the wot* w¢ have perftsrnied, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other infonnation, we are requI￿d io report that fact. We have nothing to report in this TegaTd. 34 orto Inde Chri ndettt Auditor5 to the M mbers of ian Schoo]s Limited OpillioD om oth¢r m8tlers preseribed by the Companlu Act 2006 Jn our opinion, based the work undenaken in the course of the audit.. the 1nfonlljtio￿ given in the Report of the Trustees for the financial year for which the finan¢ial statements are PT¢par¢d is ron5iStent with the fmancial statements,. and th¢ Rewrt of the Tn￿¢S has been prepared in aCC￿danCe with applicable legal requiremertis. Matters on whieb ve are required to rtport by ￿cePtion In the light of the knowledg¢ and understanding of the charitsble ¢omp8ny and its environment obiained in the cours¢ of the audiL we have not identified niaterial misstatements in the Report of the TrnSte￿. We have nothing to report in T¢SP¢¢t of the following matters where the Companie5 A¢t 21116 requires u5 to report to you if, in our opinion= adequatc and 5UtTi¢ient a¢¢owiting records have been kept by the charitabl¢ eompany, or retwns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or the financial stai¢ments are not in agreement with tbe accounting re¢ords and rew or certain disclosures of tswstees. remunerdtion S￿¢IfIed by law nol made: or we have not tt¢eived all the infomation and explanatiOJLS we require for our audit. or The trustees were not entitled to prepar¢ the fjnancial stat¢m¢nts in accordance with th¢ small ¢omp8ni¢s' regime and tske advontage of the small ¢ompani¢s' regirne ID preparing the lrnstees, Responsibiliti￿ oftrustees A5 explained more fvlly in the Statement of Trnstees Responsibtlities, the tnTStees (who are also the director5 of the chaTit&ble company for the purposes of company law) are r¢5ponsible for the preparation of the f￿ancial stat¢rn¢nts and for being satisfied thai they give a trne and fair view. and for such internal control as the ttugtees detern)ine is 1￿CesSary io eÉYdble the preparation of fmaAcial statements that are free from material misstatemen¢ whether due to fraud or error. In prepaJing the fuw¢i41 staternents. the trustees are respinsible for asS¢s5ing the charitable company's abilty to continue a5 a going disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concem and using the going concern basis of ac¢ountiDg unle55 thc trustees either intelld to liquidate the charitsble company or to cea5¢ op¢ration4 or have no reali5tir a]tern•tive but to do so. Our responsibilitleg for ¢he Audit of the fln8ncial statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the f￿anCial staleTnentg as a whole are free from aterial misstatemenL whether due to fi3ud or e￿, and to issue a Report of the Independent Auditors thal includes our opinion_ Rtasonable assurance is a high level of &SSllrance but is not a guaTaniee that an audit Conduthd in accordanee with ISAS IUK) will always d¢￿ct a material misstaternent when it exists. Misstatements arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in th¢ aggregate, they could re￿onablY be expected to ititluen¢¢ the economic decisions of users iaken on the basis of th¢s¢ fmancial 9tatements. Irr¢gularitie4 including frau￿ are instanc£s of non-complianee with laws and regulations. We design procedure5 in line with our responsibilittes, outltsned above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extr￿t lo whi¢h our procedures are Capable of detecting itTegulaTiti¢s, including fraud is ddailed below.. As part of designing our audit Work, we d¢t¢miined materiality and a55e5sed the risks of n)alerial mis%tatement in the f]nancial staten)￿ts, including how fTaud may occur by enquiring of Tnanagement of its own consideralion of ftau¢l In particular, we looked at where Tnanagement made subjective judgements. for exarnple in respect of signifi¢ant accounting estimat¢5 that involved maJ(ing assumptions and considering future events that are inherentty uncertain. We also Considered potential financial or other pressure4 oppknunty and motivalion for fraud. As part of this di%ussion, we identifjed the internal controls established to mitigat¢ risks related to fraud or non-compliance with laws and regulations and how management monitor these pr0¢¢5ses. Appropriate proc¢duTes included the review and testing of manua] joumals and key estimates and judgements made by management a$ well as a consideration of opinions fornied on the school's provision of ¢ducation by its regulators, such as the Independent Schools Inspectorate. 35 Re ort of the Inde endenl Auditor ChrisliaD Scboo15 Limit MetThbers of Our respDn8ibilities for the audit of the f￿an¢1*1 statsments (eontinued) We made enqUiri￿ of management with regards to compliance with ppplicable laws and regulation5 and CO￿ObOr¥I1vj any necessary evidenct to relevant infomi*ion, for example, minutes of the dire¢tor$' meetlngs. We addressed the risk of management ove￿Ide of internal controls including ￿Stillg joun)als and evaluating whether ther¢ w&s ¢vid¢n¢¢ of bias by mamagement that repres¢nt¢d a risk of ￿aterial misstatement due to fraud. Our audit procedures were designed tc respond to risks of material misstatement in the financial statements, r¢cognising that the risk of not detecting a mateTial misstaternent due to fraud is higher than th¢ risk of not deteciing one resulting from ¢tTor, as frnud rnay involve deliberdte concea]ment by, for example, forgery, misrepresentation or through collusion. There are inherent limitations in the audit procedures perforni¢d and the further removed non- compliance with laws and regulations is from the events and transactions reflected in the firtaneial staiements, the le55 likely we are to become aware of it. A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the f)nancial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council's website at wwiY.frc.org.uklauditorsrespoJJsibiliti¢$. This descrioion fornis part of our Rep¢)rt of the Independent Allditors. Use of our rtport ThAs report is mad¢ solely to the charitsble company's member4 as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Port 16 of the Cotnpanies A¢t 2006. Our a￿di1 wo7* has been llndertAken so that we M￿￿t state to the ¢haritabl¢ Company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditors. report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent pemiitted by law. we do not acctpt OT assume rospon5ibility to anyone other than the chariiable company and the charitsble company's members as a body. for our audii wort for this report, or for th¢ opinions we have forni￿. &vid Allen FCCA or and on b¢half of Allen Mtlls Howard Limited Chartered A¢¢ountants & Statutory Audliors L¢wis House 56 Mallche5ter Road Altrincham Cheshire WA144PJ 24° O¢tob¢r 2025 36 Cbrlst. iq Limit Re mber: 00810183 Statement of Fln#nc Ivltles Inco oratiD ear ended 31 Au eome and Ex st 2024 enditure Attount 2024 UDre5tritted funds 2023 Unr¢stri¢ied funds Notes INCOME FROM: Donations 1.727 2,055 Charitable acttvitles School fee5 rec¢ivable Other ancillary income 3.878,967 586,791 3,553,089 469,146 Other 798 307 Tothl income 4,468J83 4,024.597 EXPENDITURE ON: Ratsing funds ChaTitable a¢tivities 22,740 4,187,734 12,308 3,601.050 Totsl expenditure 4210,474 3,613,358 NET MOVEMEiYf IN FUNDS 257,809 411239 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Funds brought fon¥ard 3,253,604 2,842,365 FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 13 3,511,413 3253,604 The Statement of Financia] Aetivities includes all gains and losses recognised in tbe currellt and pr¢vious years. The above results its¢lude income and expenditure relating to Tower Tots nursery which rjow oiThtes as a separate, lega]. subsidiary entity as of I. April 2025 The notes forni part of these fjnancial statements 37 christia￿ Scbool$ Limi istered Number: Balance Sheet ust 2024 2024 Unre5trided funds 2023 Unrcstrictcd funds Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible &ssets 2,Ill2J72 1,858,796 CURRENT ASSETS Debtor5 C￿h at bank and in hand 10 211,459 1,932,845 225,785 1,939,609 2,144JN 2.165.394 CREDrroRS Amounts falliJ)g due within one year 051850 765,089 NET CURRENT ASSETS 1,491A54 1,400,305 TOTAL ASSETS LE&S CURRENT LIABIL￿lEs 3513826 3.259.101 CREDITORS knounts falling due in mor¢ than on¢ y¢ar 12 2,413 5,497 NET ASSETS 3Jl1,413 3,253,604 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS Generdl 13 3,511,413 3.253,604 TOTAL FUNDS 3,511,413 3.253.604 The fmgncial stslemeDts were approved by the Board of Trustres on 191h September 2025 and were signed on its behalf Mr Daniel Oxlev- Trustee Mr Shaun Deane- Trust¢e The notes forni part of these financi&l statements 38 Ch hoDls Llml istered N n]ber: 00 1018 Stat¢￿ent of Cash Trlow for the ear ended 'Au ust 202 2024 2023 Notes C8$b generated by opergtittE activities 17 236304 614.614 Ca$h flows from iDYesting *etlvftles PuT¢hases of tangible fixed assets (239,8121 (159,985) Net cash flows fri)m invest￿g activities {239*12) (159,985) Cash flows from financing *dlviti New loan proceeds Loan repayments in year 13,156) (3,156) Net c&sh flows from f￿ancing activities (3.150) (3.156) Intre4se in cash easb equlvaients (0,764) 451,473 Casb and eosb equivkients at the beginDi•g of the yeor 1939,609 1,488,136 Cash and ¢ash eq￿]¥8]ents at the end ofthe year 1,932,845 1,939,609 Nots5 to the 5tstsment of¢8sh tIows for the y￿r ended 31# August 2024 An8ly$ls of cash and cash equivAJent$ 2024 2023 Cash at bank and in hand 1,932,845 1,939.609 A￿lY$￿ ofcb8nge8 At 01.0923 C*$h flows At 31.ffi.24 Cash * bank and in hand 1,939.609 (&764) 1,931845 "In¢ no￿ iorni paTi QT ttiv Iiiiaii¥iui &iatruiFIii) 39 Christian Sthools Limited tered Number: 810813 r4ote5 to the FiJJ4Ncial Ststem¢rtts for the ear ended 31" Au st 2024 ACCOUNTJNC POLICIFS Cbarity inforJDatioD Christian Sch(bols Limite41 is a privat¢ wmpany limited by guarantec. The company's regisrered number and registered office adthess can be found on the CO￿panY Informati(m page. The presentstion currency of ihe financial statements is the Pound Sterling 1£). Basis of preparin£ the firtarteial ststemeMts The fmancial statements of ihe charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS]￿2, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS102}"Accounting and Reporting by Charitle5.' Statement of RecoTnmended Prnctice applicable to clwities preparing their accounts in accordanc¢ with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in th¢ UK and R¢publi¢ of Ireland {FRS102) (effective l January 2019),, Financial Reporting Standard 102 ' The Financial Reporting Standard appli¢able in the UK and Republic of Jreland, gnd the Companies Act 2006. The fLnanciai statements have been prepa￿ under the historical cost convelltion. Going Concern The trustee5 consider there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a goiDg ¢oll¢ern. The review of the fmanci81 position, reserves level and futLwe plans give the ts￿Stees Confiden￿ ihat the charity remain5 golng concern for the foreseeable future. llleome Inwm¢ from school fees r¢pres¢nts fees earn¢d in r¢specl of tuition given durtn8 the year. Fees received or invoiced in advance are Shown in ueditOTS a5 d¢ferr¢d inc¢)rn¢. F¢¢5 r¢ceivable are stated after deduccin8 bursaries and allowances granted by th¢ ￿h0o1 but in¢lud¢ contributions received for grants. Local authority income is recognised in the si￿ement of Financial Activitie5 in the year to which it relates. Voluntary income and donations are accounted for on a receivable b&%is. Expenditure Expendlture is charged to the income and expenditure account on an aCc￿al$ basis. Cost of raising funds are those costs incurred in attrdcting voluntary income. Charitable activitie5 in¢lude eX￿ndIture associated with the objects of the School and l)oth th¢ direct ¢0sts and support ¢05ts relating to this activtty. Governance costs tnclude those incurred in th¢ governance of the School and its &s5ets and are primarily associated with consti￿tIOnal and ststutory requirements. All expenditure 15 Stated inclusive of irrecoverable VA T. Support costs are those functions that assist the WO￿ of the charity but do not dir¢ctly undertake charitsble activities. Support costs include offKe, IT, travel and marketing costs re]ating to the runnin8 of the school. Terminatlon payments T¢rrnination payments are wognised irnm¢diat¢ly as an expense when there is a clear decision or committnent to terniinate the employment or provide such payments. Tangible r￿ed assets Tangible fixed assets are included at cost. Depreciation is provided at the folloming annual raies in order to write off each asset over its useful economic life or, if held wider a finance lease, over the lease temh, whichever is the shorter. Freehold property Leasehold property improvements FIx￿reS, fittiDg5 & Computer equipment Motor vehicles 2th/￿ reducing balance 20/0 Teducing balanc¢ 150/0 reducing balance 20Vo reducing balance Capital items costing less than £1,000 are written off as an expense as acquir￿. Donated usets are included at fair value. D¢btOT5 Trdd¢ alld other debtors are recogtiised at the settlement amoun¢ less any provision for non-woverability. Prepayments are amounts paid during the financial which relate to ￿ture periods. 40 Is Limi Number: 00 10183 Notes to the Fln*n¢lal Statements- CODtinued ear ¢ndfd 311t Au st 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES- coDtiDued Cosb at bank and in haDd Cash at bank and cash in hand includes cash and short terni higbly liquid inv¢stments wrth a short matsriry date of ihree monihs or I¢s5 from the dat¢ of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account. Creditors and provisiong Creditors and provisions ar¢ recognised where the charity has a preseni obligation resulting from a past evelll that will probabty result in the transfer of fund5 to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or ellimated reliably. Credilors and provisions are recognised at their settlement amouni after allowing for any trade discounts due. Defe￿ed income relates to amounts invoiced to parents duTing the year which relate to tlwe perio(Ls. cOnce￿i0￿8ry loans are r¢Co￿ls¢￿ at the amount receivedlTepayable. Taxation As a registered charity. the company 15 exempt from inc(xne t&Y, co￿Or￿￿on tax and capital gains ￿, but not value adde4J tsx. IrTecovaBble value added tax is in¢luded in the c05t of those iterns io which 1¢ rel¥es. Fu￿d accounting Unrestricted fund5 can be used in accordance with the charrtable objectiv¢s at the di￿¢tiOn of the ￿st¢es. Government grants Government grhnts are recognised on a re¢¢ivable basis ill the financial period io which the funding relates. Fin¥4n¢i#l InstThments The charity only has financial assets and fman¢ial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instnjrnents. Basi financial instruments ar¢ initially recognised at transaction value subsequently measured at their settlement value. Hire purehase and leasing eommitments Assets obtained under h￿C purchase contracis or fuwice leases are capitslised on the Statement of Financial Position alld are depr¢ciated over their estimated lives or th¢ lease term, whichever is the shorter. Th¢ irjterest element of these obligations is charged to the profil or loss over the relevant rkriod. The ¢apital element of th¢ futltre payments is treated as a liability. Rentsls paid under operating leases are tharged to profit or loss on a straight-line b&sis overthe period of th¢ 1¢&8e. PeDSiODS The School ¢ontribul¢s to the Teachers, Pension D¢fined Benefits Scheme at rates s¢t by the Schern¢ Acw and advised to the school by the Scheme Admini51rntor. The scheme 15 a multi-employer pejhsion sch¢me and it is not Possible to identify the assets and liabilities of ihe scheme which are attribuiable to the school. The wheme is accouni¢d for &$ a def]ned contribution scheme and contributions are accoun￿ for when advised as due by the s¢h¢me a¢Jministra¢or. In addition, the compa)y operates a defined contribution pensi¢)n scheme foT non-ieaching Staff. Contributi(m5 payable for the year are charged in the Statement of Financial Activities. Criticjl aecollnti￿g ¢$timatss aDd Hre*s of judgement tn the applications of the accounting WFlicies, tsustees are required to make judgem¢nti estimat¢s Jlld assumptions a￿ul the ¢arryiDg value of ass¢¢5 and liabilities that are not readily aFq)areni from other source5. 1]Le estlmates arnd underlying assumptions are based ¢)n historical experience and othcr factors thal are considered to be releyant. Actual resuhs may differ from th¢se estimates. In the view of the trnsttes, no assumptions concerning the future or estimation uncertainty affecting assets or liabilitie8 at th¢ ba]ance sheet date are likely to result in a material adjustment to iheir canying amounts in the next fmancial year. Company Ststos Christian Schools Limited 1$ a company limited by guardntee. The members of the company ar¢ th¢ Board of Governors. In the event of the company being WOW￿ up, the liabiliry in Jysped of the guardnt¢e is limited to £1 member. 41 hrlst5all Seh(M)Is Llmited stereil Number. l)081O183 Notes to tbe Financial Statem¢Dts - continlled for the ear ended 31" Au $12024 DONATIONS 2024 2023 GTaiils received Donations 527 1200 ,355 1,727 2,055 SCHOOL FEES RECEIVABL 2024 2023 SchiMTrI fces Tow¢r Tots fK$ 2,650833 1,228,134 2,457,752 ,095,337 3,87&967 3,553,089 OTHER ANCILLARY INCOME 2(124 2023 Catering receipts Trip5, holidays and swimtning Transport Twilight and holiday club Stydent teacher income 254296 255,929 41,853 34,113 6(M) 223283 180.721 32,500 31,072 1.570 586,791 469.146 42 Chrls hool Limlted d Number. 008101 Note5 t the Finav¢ial Sta¢ements- eontinlled for tbe ear ended 31. st 2014 STAFF COSTS 2024 2023 Wages and salarK¢5 Social S¢curity costs Pension costs I148,4S2 163,800 276￿72 1.825.574 133,694 198,928 31,100 2,58&824 2,189296 The total average rnonthly number of employee5 during the yeaT as follows.. 2024 2023 Principal Te8¢hing Classroom assisiants Nursery and Twilighi Administrdtion Domesti¢ 2nd maintenance 27 25 39 39 82 Th¢ numE¢T ofemployees wh)se emoluments exc¢ed £60.000: 2024 2023 £90,(X)i to £lOO,000 £IOO,001 to£llO,000 £IIO,001 to £120.000 Key Manag¢rnent Personnel The Key Management Personnel of the charity in charge of directing and controlling, running and operoting the charity on a day-by-day basis wnprises the trnstees, the Principal and the Business Manag¢r. The total alnount of employee benefits Teceived by Key Management Personnel for their services to the chariry during the year was £167.484 (2023= £147,017}. Trn$tees' Remuneratfion In accordance with clau￿ 32 of the Memorandum and Articles of Associ*ion, no pa)ryn¢nt has been made for the benefit of twstees. Exp¢n5es were reimbuTsed io one (2023: one) IN5t¢e during year rel￿]ng to tsvel costs and totalled £358 (2023.. £407). 43 Christian Schools Limlted istered 10183 Not t the Fimalleial Statements- eontinued for the ear ended 31. Au ust 21124 EXPENDITURE Dlrect eosts Support costs Tot•1 2024 Totsl 2023 Raising funds AdvertiSill8 22,740 22,740 12,308 22,740 22,740 12.308 Ch4rltable 8¢tivities Staff costs (note 5) Temporary staff Cat¢ring ¢xp¢nditure Transport School equiptDCDt and pUrch￿S Exam fee5 Trips and extracurri¢ular activities Rent Rates and water Insurance Light and heat Motor and travel expenses Equipment leasing Prop¢ty repair and maititenonce Telephone and int¢met Printing, postage and stationery Computers and software Sundries Staff training Sub%riptions L¢gal and professional fees A¢¢ountan¢y Bad debts Depreciation of tangible fjxed assets Governance costs (note 7) FI￿anCe Cost5 {not¢ 8) Lu5¥ disposal of fixed ayyeL¥' 2J09,876 47,165 4119,742 148,693 70.575 278,948 2,58&824 47,165 409,742 148,693 70,57S 10,587 2110,577 2.189,296 157,808 301,127 106,483 65,321 17,398 151,485 50,963 22,334 37,876 55,057 8,088 47,796 90,987 20,094 17,928 44,891 7.561 4,697 52,985 45.524 13.200 5,324 56,223 18288 12,022 294 200,577 50,963 24,682 47,183 61,840 24,082 47,183 61040 7,785 34,J61 9&403 2Q684 8J79 109,461 1,724 6,516 59,623 37,705 18,400 10,025 76236 23,568 14,533 7,785 34,161 98,403 20,684 8J79 109,401 ,724 6JA6 59,623 37,765 I8,4￿} 10,025 75.603 23.568 14SJ3 633 3,761 J44 425090 4187,734 3,601,050 Total expendit￿re 3,761,845 448,630 4210,474 3,613,358 hristi* hools Limited R Istered Number: Notes to the FiNalleial Statements- continued for the ar ended 3151 A u$t 2024 Compardtives for prior year Direct Support Total 2023 Raising fynds Advertising 12,308 12.308 12,308 12,308 ChaTitsble activities Staff costs (A￿te S) Telnporary staff Cateying expenditure Trdnsport School equipment ond purchases Exam fees Trips and ¢xtracurricular acliviti&% Rent Rates and w*er Insurance Light aThd heat Motor and travel expen5¢5 Equipment leasing Property repair and rnaintenance Telephone and inteTnet Printing, postage and stationery Computers and s(Trllware Sundries Staff training Subscriptions Legal and professional fees Accountancy Bad debts Depreciation of thngibl¢ fixed assets Governance costs (note 7) Finance costs (note 8) Loss on disposal of r￿ed ass¢i8 1,926,529 157,808 301,127 106.483 65.321 17.398 151.485 50.963 22.334 37,876 55,057 262,767 2,189,296 157.808 301,127 106.483 65.321 17.398 151,485 50,963 22,334 37,876 55,057 8,088 47,796 90,987 20,094 17,928 44,891 7.561 4,697 52,985 45,524 13,200 5,324 56,223 18,288 12,022 8,088 47,790 gMI.987 20,094 17,928 44,891 7,561 4.697 52.985 45.524 13,200 5,324 55,432 18,288 12,022 791 294 3.246.197 354.853 3.601.050 Total expendilur¢ 3,246.197 367,161 3.613.358 45 Christian Schoo15 Limit¢d d Number: 011810183 Note5 to the Financial Statetnents- coThtinued for the r ended 31" A 8t 2024 GOVKRNANCE COSTS 2024 2023 Auditors. remuneration- Audit f¢c5 Subscriptions Trdvel costs J8,150 S018 400 13,764 4.117 407 18,288 FINANCE COSTS 2024 2023 Bank charges Hire purthase interes¢ 11269 264 11,209 813 14W3 12.022 46 tIAll Sch l Llmlted red Iyutnb r: 008JO183 Notes to t for e Flnancial Ststements- ¢oDtinued ear end¢d 31" Au ust 2024 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Fixtures. r￿l￿g$ and computers Freehold builditigs Leasehold buildlngs Motor vehlcles Totsls COST Ai ISI septe1n￿r 2023 Addttions 932,853 4S500 J,20S759 106,695 518.463 87,611 1(488 2,6715&1 239,812 Al 3111 August 2024 978,359 JJ12,454 606,074 16,488 1913J75 DEPRECIATION At l# September 2023 Charge fory¢ar 210239 14,761J 204284 35,822 386.922 25.021 13J22 633 814,767 76236 At 31" Augus12024 224,999 240,106 411,943 13,955 891,1103 NET BOOK VALUE At 31" Augy$t 2024 753,360 1,072,348 194,131 2W3 2,022J72 At 31. August 2023 722.614 1.001.475 131,541 3,166 ,858,796 tncluded in the net book value of £2,022,372 (2023.. £1,858,796) are assets on finance lease of £9,138 (2023.. £10,938). Capitsl Com]Di¢ments At the bajance sheet dat¢ th¢ charitsble company had contracted capital commitment5 of £nil (2023.. £nil). 47 Christian Schools LiJDited isttred Number: 110810183 Notes to tbe Financlal St#tement$- ￿ntinUed ror the tar ended 31" Au ust 2024 DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE ￿THIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade debtors Prepayments and accrued Énwme 114233 97226 126,442 99,343 2J 1,459 225.785 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE ￿THIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade creditors Social security and other taxation Accrua]s and defe￿¢d income Hire purchase contracts Other creditors 100,822 43,658 474,646 1524 322Th) 75.920 38.407 608.267 1,524 40,971 652,850 765,089 Atnounts included under hire purchase contract5 are secured ￿ th¢ asset to which the agreement Tel￿es. Included within ac¢ruals and deferr¢d income ar¢ the following amounts relatiDg to deferred ￿h0o1 trip5, tuition and nursery fe¢ incorne whT¢h r¢lat¢ to future years bui have been invoiced or received by the balance sheet date. They are th¢refor¢ d¢f¢rred •Jd released to the Ststement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate. The school h&% an overdraft facility with Barclays Bank PLC which is secured on the wooden classrooms and playtng fields at Mill Lalle, Rainhill. Deferred iD¢orne 2024 2023 Brought forward Utilis¢d in year R¢¢eived in year 510,178 (510,178) 355.171 1,031,325 (1.023.628} 502.481 CArried lorward 355,171 510.178 48 N Scho Is Llrni red JYNM 10183 Notes to the Financlal Ststements- ¢ar ended 31•t A ust2 J2. CREDITORS: AMOULYTS FALLING DUE AFfER MORE THAN ONE YEAR As restated 2023 2024 Hire purchase C(￿traCts Other creditors 2.413 3.937 1.560 2,413 5,497 Amounts included und¢rhire purchase contracts are secured on the assct to whith the weement relates. 13. MOVEMENT ￿ FUi¥DS Blfwd at 01.09.23 cirwd at 31.0&24 Ineom¢ Expendilure ULrtstricted funds General fund 3J53,604 4.46&2&1 (4JIOA74) 3,511,413 TOTAL FUNDS 3253,604 4,46&2&1 (4,210.474) 3JJl.413 Comparntive net movement in funds are included abov¢ are as follows.. As restated Blfwd at 01.09.22 Clfwd at 31.08.23 Income Expenditure Unr¢%tricted fithds General fund 2,842.365 4,024.597 {3,613.358) 3,253,604 TOTAL FtfNDS 2,842.365 4,024,597 (3.613.358) 3,253,604 49 Christian Sehools Llmited istered Number: 008J0183 Note5 to the FiN8nci¥l Stste ror the ear ended 311¢ A nlitslled 12024 I& LEASING COMMITMEKrs Minimum l¢as¢ payments fall due as follows: Hir¢ puwh&5e ¢ontracts 21)24 2023 Jyet obligations rep*yable: Within one y¢ar Between one and five ye4rs lJ24 2,413 1,524 3.937 3,937 5,461 Non- ¢an¢ellabl¢ operating lease5 2024 2023 Within one year Between one and five years Aft¢r moTe than fiv¢ y¢ar5 70,225 232,833 1,592,625 72,978 252,094 1,643.589 1,895,683 1,968,661 Lease payTn¢nts ￿￿gnIS¢d in the Statement of Financial Activities during the year amounted to £72,978 (2023.. £98,759). 50 Chrlstian Is Limlte Num r: IM)8101 Note5 to the FlnaD¢io1 Statements- eontinu rorthe ear end l°Au $t 2D24 1% RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS The charitable Company 15 ¢ontrolled by the board of trustees. There is a lease agreement bettveen Marcus, Dami¢l and Rachel Oxley amd the school for the le&sing of land and Duildings from which the S¢ilwl operat¢. Mr, Daniel Oxley is a trustee of the charirable ¢ompany Miss Rachel Oxley and Mr Marcu5 Oxley are siblings of trustee Mr. Daniel Oxley. Under the lease agre¢m¢ni the ¢haritable company is ontracted to pay £50.963 annually lo Marcus Oxky {25Q/o), Daniel Oxley (37.59/0) and Rachel Oxley (37.5O/d). The lease expires on 29th Novvllber 2060. During the year, the charitable c(Knpany paid £50,963 (2023.. £50,963) to Marcus, Dani¢l and Rachel Oxley for the leasing of land and buildings. These amounts are included in the Statement of Financial A¢tiviiies. During the y¢ar, trustees Mr Alexander Dixon. Mr Gavin Stamper and MT Shaun tkane were invoiced ￿h0o1 fees amounting to £42,837 (2023.. £51.755). At the balance sheet d*, sales ledger balan¢eg relating to lhe same r¢lated partie% amounted to £nil (2023.. £nil), with £nil (2023: £3.815) JD deferred in¢ome. The tru5tee$, Ms Andrea Bingley and M5 Caitlin M¢Namara are members of the ¢haritable company's Key Management Personnel. Mr. Ma￿u5 Taylor is the Company Secretary of th¢ eharitable ¢ompany. CoJ]ectively these persoffts received employment benefits amounting to £190,280 (2023.. £198,997). In addition to this, the college lent £1 I,1￿0 in the year to Ms An(trea Bingky and int¢rest will be thaTged at the official rate OD thi8. During the year, Ihe charity TDade a loan of £1 1.000 to Ms AndrEa Bingley, on which inlerest will be charged on the anniversary of the date that th¢108n was mad Included on the Statement of Finan¢ial Activiti¢5 are motor and trdvel expenses paid by the charitable company during the year on behalf of Key Management Personnel amounting to £358 (2023.. £839). The charitable company provides accoMmod￿10n to company secretAry Mr. Mar¢us Taylor with a cagh equivale value of £￿]1 (2023.. £6,500). Included on th¢ Ststement of FlE￿i¢la[ Activities are le￿e and motor expen5¢s paid by tbc charitable eompany during th¢ yw on behalf of MT. Marcus Taylor amounting to £nil (2023.. £nil). Th¢ charitable company T¢ceived £nil (2023: £nil) from Mr. MaTCUS Taylor &$ contributions towards these ¢051S. Rebecca Wright and Bethatjy Deone are the daughters of ¢nJsiee, Mr Shaun tkane. During the year, these related parties collectively received employment benefits from the charitabl¢ company amounting to £80,604 (2023.. £88,367). which relate to the period following Mr Deane's appointment. 51 Cbrlstlan Schools Llmited istered Number: the Flnancigl Statements- continued for the eor ended 31" Au U5t 2024 16. PENSION SCHEMES The School employees belong to two principal pension schemes: the T¢a¢hers' Pension Scheme {TPb) for its teacbing staff, alld NEST for non-tearhing Staff. The TPS is a defined benefit wherne and NEST ts a money purchase scheme. The pension cost recognised in the Statement of Financial Adivities for the y￿r w8s £276,572 (2023.. £198,928) and at the year end £32,787 (2023: £36.782) was included in ¢reditors due within one year. TEACHERS, PENSION SCHEME The School participates in the TPS for its teaching staff. The employer's pension costs paid to the TPS in the P¢rilMI amounted to £242,610 (2023.. £174,856) and at the ye8r-end £nil {2023'. £nil) included in other creditOTS in r¢sp¢¢t of the c4)ntributions to thig scheme. The TPS is a statutory, contributory, defmed benefit scheme, governcd by the T¢a¢hers' Pension Scheme Regulations 2014. MembeThhip is automatic for teachers. All tVdchers have the option to opt-oui of the TPS following enrolmenL The TPS is an unfunded scheme to which l)oth the mernber and employer make eontributions, as a percentsge of salary - these contnTr)utions are credited to the Exchequer. Retirement and other pension benefits are paid by public funds PTovidd by Parliament. Valuation of the Teachers, Pension Scheme The Govemment Acttwy, using norniai a¢￿arIal principles, conducts a formal acti￿rial Teview of the TPS in aCcorda￿Ce with the Public Se￿1¢e Pensions (Valuations and EmployeT Cost Cap} Directions 2023 published by HM Treasllry every 4 years. The aim of the reytew is to specify the level of futhre contributions. Actuarial scheme valuations are dependent on assumpuons about the vallle of ￿tUre costs, desigD of benefits and many other factors. The latesl actuarial valuation of the TPS was Ca￿led out as ￿ 31 March 2020 in accordance with The lknblic Service Pensions {Valuation5 and Employer Cost Cap) Directions 2023 and th¢ En]ployeT Contribution Rate was assessed using agreed assumptions in line with the DiT￿tIonS and wa5 acc¢pt¢d at the original &ssessed rate as there was no cost control rnechanism bT¢￿h. Th¢ valuation report w&8 publi$h¢d by the Department for Education on 26 October 2023. The k¢y ¢l¢rn¢nts of th¢ valuation are.. Total scheme liabilitie5 for setvice (the capital sum needed at 31 Marth 2020 to meet the stream of fu￿￿¢ cash flows in ￿SpeCt of benefits earned) of £262 billion. Value of notional assets (estimated future contributions together with th¢ proo¢¢ds from th¢ notional inveslments held at the valuation date) of £222 billion. Notional post service deficii of £39.8 billion (2016 £22 billioD}. Discount rate is 1.7/0 in excess of CPI (2016 2.40h in ¢xces5 of CPI) (this change h&8 had the greatesi financiaI significance). As a resuh of the valuati￿, new etDployer contribution rates have been set at 28.69/* of pensionable pay from l April 2024 until 31 Ma￿h 2027 (compared to 23.680/0 under the previous valuation in¢luding a 0.08Q/D administration levy). A copy of the valuation report and supportulg docUMent￿l0n is available on the Teachers. Pension Scheme's website. Under the definitions $ei out in FRS 102. Ihe TPS is an unfimded multi-employer pension scheme. The School has accounted its conknl)utions to the scheme as if It were a defjned contribution scherne. The School has set out above the itifomiation available on thc scheme. 52 Christian Llmited mb r. 008] 183 Notes to Ihe Financial SlatemtntS- CODtinued for Ihe ear ended 311t Au 115t 2024 17. RECONCILIA TION OF NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS TO NET CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES 2024 2023 N¢t movement in funds Adjustments for- Depreciation charges Loss on dispDsal of fixed L8sets Interest payable Decr¢as¢l(inrrease) ITh trade and other debtors (D¢¢rease)/iD¢r&ryse in trade and other creditors 257,809 411239 76236 56.223 294 813 589,551 (443,506) 264 {14J26) (83,779) Net eagh generated by operatirtg activities 236304 614.614 18. POST BALANCE SHEET EVENTS On Ilt April 2025 Tower Tots divested from the charity and began trading through a company limited by guarantee, namely Tower Tots Limited. The guarantor is Christian Sd]ools Limited. 53