St John's Catholic School for the Deaf Registered Charity Number S29319 Report and Financial Statements For the year ended 31 August 2025 Where every voice is heard and celebrated
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 CONTENTS Trustee, Board of School Governors and Advisors................................................................................. Report of the Trustee.......-....-..................-....-......................................................................................-.. Statement of Trustee's Responsibilities Independent Auditor's Report to the Trustee Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 August 2025. Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 August 2024. -18 .19 .24 .25 Balance Sheet........................................................................................................................................26 Cash Flow Statement ............................................................................................................................27 Notes to the Financial Statements -28
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 TRUSTEE, BOARD OF SCHOOL GOVERNORS AND ADVISORS St John's Catholic School for the Deaf is an unincorporated charity registered in England and Wales, registration number 529319. TRUSTEE Diocese of Leeds Trustee (Company registration number 2886244) Directors of the Diocese of Leeds Trustee Rt Rev M Stock (Bishop of Leeds) Rev Mgr P Fisher (Vicar General) Rev Mgr A Summersgill (Vicar General) Very Rev E Hegerty Deacon J Walsh Ms M Benton (appointed 29 August 2025) Mr L Corcoran Mr L Kelly Mr P McDermott Mr W O'Neill Ms C Stockton-Jones Mr P Wilson (appointed 29 August 2025) Company Secretary of the Diocese of Leeds Trustee Mr J Moran Registered Offices Trustee Diocese of Leeds Truslee Hinsley Hall, 62 Headingley Lane, Leeds, LS6 2BX Chari st John's School for the Deaf Church Street, Boston Spa, Wetherby, LS23 6DF
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 TRUSTEE, BOARD OF SCHOOL GOVERNORS AND ADVISORS {continued BOARD OF SCHOOL GOVERNORS Foundation Governors Mrs C Brooks (Chairl Mr T Forbes Mr A Morley Mr J Podlewski Mrs J Tarr (Vice Chair) Mrs A Windle Deacon J Walsh (appointed 16 September 2025) Representative Governors Mrs N Harrington LEA Mr G Riley Parent Mrs K Pirie Mrs J Peacock Teaching staff Non-teaching staff Head Teacher and Governor Mr K Harrington ADVISORS Auditor Saffery LLP, 10 Wellington Place Leeds, LS14AP Banker HSBC Bank plc, 7 Prospect Crescent, Harrogate, HG1 1RN Investment Manager Rathbone Investment Management, 1 cuon Street, London, W1J 5FB Solicitors Wrigleys Solicitors LLP, 3rd Floor, 3 Wellington Place, Leeds LS14AP
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE The Trustee presents its Annual Report and the audited Financial Statements of the Charity for the year ended 31 August 2025. STRUCTURE Constitution St John's Catholic School for the Deaf is a registered charity with the registration number 529319. The Charity was originally founded under a Trust Deed dated 1870 and in its current fomi by a Trust Deed dated 24 February 1953. The sole Trustee of the Charity is a trust corporation, the Diocese of Leeds Trustee, company registration number 2886244. In support of the mission of the Catholic Church, the principal objective of the Charity is to provide a school for the education of children suffering from disabilities of mind or body and in need of special educational provision, where the values reflect the ideals of the life and teachings of Christ, and 'where every voice is heard and celebrated. The Trustee confims that it has complied with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission, including the guidance "Public benefit.. running a charity IPB21' in detemiining the activities undertaken by the Charity, in particular, to its supplementary public benefit guidance on advancing education and fee charging. The outcomes and achievements of the pupils are part of this public benefit, as they take their place in the wider world when they leave the School. The School's facilities are used by a local junior football club at the weekends as well as Guide, Brownie, Cub and Scout groups. During the summer, the School hosts the Boston Spa Gala and is a venue for fundraising events for St Edward's Church. The School works closely with local mainstream schools, providing specialist advice and guidance to a neOrk of Special Educational Needs Coordinators. Throughout this Report, the Trustee seeks to demonstrate that the Charity's aims and objectives are for the public benefit.
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) GOVERNANCE Trustee The Directors ofthe Trustee are appointed by the Bishop of Leeds, who is Chair ofthe Board. There were four Trustee Board meetings during the financial year. The Bishop of Leeds and the Vicars General are ex officio Directors of the Board. All other Directors are appointed for a term of three years, which may be renewed, subject to performance and review, for an additional terms of three years each. Directors are recruited from Clergy and suitably qualified and experienced Lay People from the wider Catholic community. On appointment, new Directors are introduced to their role and responsibilities by the Vicars General and the Company Secretary, at which time copies of the Trusl Deed and the latest financial information are issued. Directors attend formal and informal training sessions as required. The Trustee Board delegates oversight of the Charily's Investment and Property portfolios to a Finance SUCoMmittee ("the FSC"), which meets on a monthly basis. During the year under review, the FSC comprised nine members,. Monsignor A Summersgill (Chairl and Monsignor P Fisher, Vicars General, Mr W O'Neill, Mr P Wilson, Deacon J Walsh and Ms C Stockton- Jones, who are current Directors, Mr T Forbes, who is a School Foundation Governor, Very Reverend Canon G Kearney and Very Reverend Canon M Larkin. FSC members are supported and advised by the Company Secretary and members of Senior Management. As disclosed in Note 7 to the Financial Statements, Directors do not receive any payments in respect of their Office. No reimbursement of expenses was paid to the Directors of the Trustee in either the Gurrenl year or the prior year.
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) GOVERNANCE (continued) Board of School Governors The operation of the School is overseen by the Board of School Governors. The Board is comprised of.. Foundation Governors recruited from the local and wider community and appointed by the Bishop of Leeds for a period of four years., the Parent Representative, who is elected for a period of three years,. the Teaching Staff Representative and the Non-Teaching Staff Representative, who are each elected forfour years, and the LEA Representative. New governors re1ve a structured induction. All governors have access to a wide range of training opportunities provided by the Diocese of Leeds Vicariate for Education, Local Education Authorities, and other services such as The Key for School Governors {online} and Leeds Governor Support Service. A designated Training Govemor maintains a log of required and completed training. Governors also complete a skills audit to ensure there is a broad and balanced range of expertise across the Governing Board. Governors are encouraged to visit the School regularly and are invited to attend Masses, special celebrations and other events throughout the year. Deacon J Walsh is also a Director ofthe Trustee and a member ofthe Trustee's Finance Sub- Committee, and Mr T Forbes is a member of the Trustee's Finance SUCoMmIttee. The Head Teacher is an ex officio member of this Board. The day-to-day running ofthe School is delegated lo the Head Teacher, who is supported by a Senior Leadership Team. The Board of Governors delegates some of its powers to the following Sub-committees.. Quality of Education Sub-committee Finance and Health and Safety Sub-committee Human Resources SucoMmittee Student Care Sub-committee Appeals Panel Membership of these Sub-committees is drawn from the Board of Governors. The Sub- Committees are supported by the appropriate members of the School's Senior Leadership Team.
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) GOVERNANCE (continued) Senior Leadership Team The School's Senior Leadership Team, led by the Head Teacher, is responsible to the Board ofGovernors forthe management ofthe School. The Team consists ofthe following positions.. Head Teacher Deputy Head Teacher Assistant Head Teacher Head of Residential Care School Business Manager The Trustee Company Secretary meets regularly with members of the School's Senior Leadership Team. A partnership beeen Governors and the Senior Leadership Team has developed an effective system for checking the performance of all staff, which rewards good teaching and addresses underperforman. The Senior Leadership Team have set out a new School Development Plan to 31 August 2027 with six strategic strands aligned with the School's mission.. Inspiring learning, nurturing wellbeing, strengthening Catholic life, developing leadership, enhancing residential care and improving infrastructure. The remuneration of the Senior Leadership Team is detemiined by the School's pay and performance management policies. The remuneration of the Senior Leadership Team is disclosed in Note 7 to the Financial Statements. Safeguarding The welfare of the pupils and their protection from harm is of the highest importance for the Bishop, Directors, Governors and School Staff. This is achieved by the implementation of robust staff recruitment, safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures. Safeguarding practice is scrutinised by named Governors. During the year, the School appointed a new Designated Safeguarding Lead IDSLI who is supported by three deputy DSLS, including the Headteacher. The School has adopted the use of online training resources, including 'The Key for Schools, and resources provided through TES Safeguarding. The School continues lo engage with Leeds Safeguarding Children Partnership {https'.Ilwww.leedsscp.org.uk) and complies fully with its guidance and procedures.
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) GOVERNANCE (continued) Health and Safety The Directors and Board of School Governors keep under review the School's Health and Safety Policy and work with Health and Safety professionals to ensure that its processes and procedures follow best practice. The Finan and Health & Safety Sub-committee continues lo monitor complian, risk management, capital investment and resources lo ensure adherence to Health and Safety standards and to maintain the School buildings. A major fire safety upgrade was completed in the year ended 31 August 2025, including the installation of 63 fire doors and a new alarm system. Reputation The School's continued success depends upon its good reputation. The Board of School Governors monitors the effectiveness of teaching and learning. OFSTED inspection reports are published on the School's website. The School also has robust and regulady updated policies and prOdureS to guard against fraud or the misappropriation of the School's funds and assets. Fundraising The Charity ensures that it follows the Code of Fundraising Practice in its fundraising methods, and it does not employ outside agencies to raise funds. In the year ended 31 August 2025, no complaints were received in respecl of fundraising. The Charity raises additional funds principally by applying for grants from appropriate grant awarding bodies, and these are supplemented by the School's community fundraising events. Edward Witham Dawson Charity The Edward Witham Dawson Charity is a Linked Charity, established under a Trust Deed dated 31 January 1925, and its amendment dated 10 April 2022. The income ofthe Charity is used to support the work of the School, to provide and facilitate educational facilities and opportunities for people with physical or mental disabilities and to provide grants for the benefit of people with physical or mental disabilities. The Charity is a Restricted Fund within the School Account and its financial performan is disclosed in Note 16(bl to the Financial Statements. The govemance of this Charity is overseen by the Directors of the Trustee and by a Board of Trustees.. Mr T Forbes Mr K Harrington Rev D Murray Rev S Molloy (Foundalion Govemorl (Headteacherl (resigned 31 August 20251 (School Chaplain) (appointed 15 October 2025}
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Aims St John's Catholic School for the Deaf is a Catholic specialist, non-maintained, day and residential school, founded over 150 years ago. The Trustee aims to provide an outstanding school community where values reflect the ideals of the life and teachings of Christ, and 'where every voice is heard and lebrated,, a school where spoken language is used, and where every young person communicates equally and successfully with others. The School has evolved to welcome pupils with a broader range of needs, including autism, sensory processing challenges and language or leaming difficulties. These pupils benefit from the School's expertise in developing communication, social skills and emotional wellbeing. Neighbouring Local Authorities increasingly place pupils who have been out of education for extended periods, often due to emotionally based school avoidance because of the School's reputation for exceptional pastoral and mental health support. The School offers a fresh start for young people who have struggled to meet age-related expectations in mainstream or other specialist settings. This is achieved through a calm, accepting environment focused on rebuilding confidence and self-esteem. The School serves a wide catchment area across the North of England and provides residential care from Monday lo Friday for pupils who live further afield. The School's reputation for supporting vulnerable children is widely recognised by both Local Authorities and parents, which has led to a marked increase in referrals and consultations in recent years. As a result, the pupil roll has grown rapidly, reaching 90 pupils in September 2025. To meet this rising demand, new staff have been appointed across all areas of the School. The School employs speech and language therapists who design and deliver personalised programmes tailored to each pupil's needs. On-site audiological support ensures that pupils with hearing aids or cochlear implants benefit from optimal amplification. Therapists work collaboratively with teachers, learning support assistants, and residential care staff to develop the language skills pupils need for both academic success and social interaction.
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES (continued) Aims (continued) The School has an outward-looking approach and collaborates with a range of local and national partners who include.. The Wharfe Valley Learning Partnership (WVLP).. a group of local Schools comprising 10 primaries and one secondary School. Communion of Leeds Diocese Secondary Schools (COLDS).. 14 Catholic High Schools in the DI0Se of Leeds. National Association of Special Schools (NASS).. over 300 non-maintained special Schools. The School's work at the forefront of improving young people's mental health and wellbeing has been recognised by a number of groups who have asked the School to make presentalions lo their members. The School's approach in reducing self-hami and suicidal ideation has been included in national conferences for both the National Association of Special Schools {NASS) and the School and Public Health Nurses, Association (SAPHNA). Activities, Achievements and Performance Mental Health and Wellbein The Thrive Approach is now embedded across the School and its residential care. The Thrive Approach is a therapeutic framework that supports the social and emotional development of children and young people. It helps staff identify individual needs and tailor interventions to build resilience, emotional well-being, and positive relationships, enabling pupils to engage more effectively in learning. In the year ended 31 August 2025, the Deputy Head Teacher became a Thrive licensed trainer, enabling her to lead training for Thrive practitioner courses and is currently training nine staff as licensed Thrive practitioners. Staff wellbeing is also well supported through supervision, reflective practice, wellbeing weeks and external support from Westfield Health.
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES (continued) Activities. Achievements and Performance (continued Curriculum and Educational Outcomes The School's curriculum is thoughtfully structured to equip pupils for adult life by nurturing self- Confiden and encouraging the discovery and development of their unique talents and laying the groundwork for aspirational learning. Many pupils join the School with considerable gaps in their knowledge, nesSi1atlng targeled catch-up programmes and additional support from staff who are skilled in a broad spectrum of special educational needs. The School remains firmly committed to ongoing improvement, embracing the principle that the pursuit of exllenGe in teaching and learning is a continuous journey. Curriculum development remains a strategic priority, with three distinct pathways now offered., A personalised pathway. For pupils with more complex learning needs a personalised pathway is designed to broaden their skill application and develop communicative competence in social settings. The aim is to help these young people become less reliant on others and improve emotional regulation. They engage in a wide range of sensory and social experiences, gaining greater autonomy and choice in their learning as they move through the school. semi-formal pathway. Pupils may achieve some formal qualifications alongside vocational life skills. A formal pathway. Pupils work towards external qualifications and accreditations by Year 11, with many progressing to college and higher education. All curriculum pathways enable pupils to achieve appropriate external accreditation ranging from ASDAN Life Skills awards for pupils with complex needs to GCSE and A Levels. The curriculum is built around each pupil's strengths, supporting them to achieve academic qualifications that prepare them for the next stage in education or employment. It also provides opportunities to address gaps in leaming, particularly for those who have eXperIend extended periods out of school. The School's Sixth Form also offers three distinct pathways, providing access to a broad range of academic and vocational courses. These are delivered either in partnership with local Further Education colleges or through a school-based programme. 10
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES (continued) Curriculum and Educational Outcomes continued A key curriculum priority is to embed the progress made in reading through personalised inteNentions and to continue improving pupils, writing using the 'Talk for Writing, approach. Developed by Pie Corbett, this literacy framework uses spoken language activities to help pupils internalise language structures through imitation, innovation and independent application. St John's is now recognised as a Talk for Writing Showcase School, contributing to national SEND publications and welcoming visilors from across Ihe UK to observe best practice during showcase days. The wider curriculum provides pupils with meaningful opportunities for environmental education and community engagement. These include caring for the School's chickens, growing vegetables, and working with local partners such as the parish church of St Edward the Confessor in Clifford and the Chocolate Factory social enterprise in Harrogate. Outcomes for the year ended 31 August 2025 were strong across GCSES, vocational qualifications and Life Skills awards. All Year 11 students progressed to either college-based or school-based sixth form programmes. Post Year 11 leavers successfully transitioned into university, apprenticeships or supported employment. The School is proud to mainlain record of never having a NEET (a pupil 'not in education, employment or training'} after leaving. The School's examination results and good news stories are regularly shared through newsletters, social media platfoms, and the School's website {www.stjohns.org.uk}. Parents stay informed about their children's learning via half-termly curriculum plans and a secure media platform called Seesaw, which allows staff to share photos and videos directly. staff training and specialist assessment tools have been enhanced to better track the progress of autistic pupils. The School is currently working towards reaccreditation for the Autism Specialist Award, originally achieved in May 2023. Staff A ointments New appointments in the year ended 31 August 2025 include Teachers, Learning Support Assistants, a School Nursé, a Speech and Language Therapist and Residential Care staff. Recruitment currently remains ongoing for residential care staff, LSAS and an additional Speech Therapist. 11
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) INSPECTION REPORTS Boardin School Mental Health Award In December 2024, the School underwent reaccreditation for the Boarding School Mental Health Award, facilitated by Leeds Beckett University's Camegie Centre of EXllen. This rigorous assessment evaluates how well schools support mental health and wellbeing across eight key competencies. The School was awarded a Gold Level, the highest rating, with the school ex111ng in every category. The report highlighted the School's strategic leadership, inclusive culture, and innovative practices thal position the School as a national example of excellence in mental health provision. "They are a lighthouse to other schools and communities through the gift of time, knowledge and support." 'st John's Catholic Specialist School truly shine a light of Gonfidence, empowem7ent and hope for others in the deaf community and beyond." 'Mental health and wellbeing are embedded in the curriculum.. taught by well-trained and enthusiastic teachers using positive, experierptial and interactive meth(Ids. "Pupils feel their worries and concerns are heard. respected, and taken seriously by staff." Residential Care OFSTED Ins ection In January 2025, Ofsted conducted a full inspection of the residential provision at the School under the Social Care Common Inspection Framework. The School wasjudged "Outstanding" across all three categories.. Overall experiences and progress of children and young people How well children and young people are helped and protected The effectiveness of leaders and managers The report praised the School's unwavering commitment to children's wellbeing, its transparent leadership, and the nurturing, aspirational environment created for residential pupils. The inspection recognised how the School's Catholic identity is woven into its care and safeguarding practices.. "There is an unrelenting commitment from st8ff, leaders 8nd man8gets to prioritise children's needs. This is undeinne by the delerminalion from le8ders and m8n8gers not to compromise the v81ues 8nd faith th81 the school promotes." 12
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) INSPECTION REPORTS (continued) Residential Care OFSTED Ins ection continued "Staff lovingly and skilfully cherish and hamess chIldn s individual traits, personalities and talents. "Staff say they feel they make an important contribution to the school and that the experience and knowledge they bring are respected and valued." Section 48 Catholic Schools Ins ection A Section 48 inspection by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate took place in June 2025, fulfilling statutory requirements under the Education Act 2005. The School was graded "Outstanding. (Grade 1) in all areas.. Catholic Life and Mission Religious Education Collective Worship The inspection praised the School's deep commitment to its Catholic identity, inclusive ethos, and the way faith informs every aspect of school life. The report highlighted how the School nurtures both Catholic students and those of other beliefs, creating a community where every voice is heard and lebrated. "students at Sl John's... feel safe, valued and inspired,. Their behaviour is exemplary. Students want to do hard work because they are motivated by an overriding sense ofpurpose andpersonal joy." 'Students are engaged byprayer and liturgy at St John's because its content is rooted in present, personal and Gommunity Intentions." "The School strives to provide the highest levels of pastoral care that eliminates student vulnerability, thereby showing thmugh action th81 Christ is at the heart of life al Sl John s." "stamtrain students to plan, participate and to lead.. prayer and liturgy is used meaningfully to encourage an encounter with peOnal faith." DONATIONS The Trustee and Governors are grateful to all their donors whose generosity has enabled the School to purchase a range of classroom reSoUrS as well as sports equipment. The purchase of these resources has made significant improvements in the provision of leaming and improved extra curricula activities for all its pupils. 13
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) FUTURE PLANS The key areas for development are set out below.. Qualit of Education To ensure consistent and inclusive implementation across pathways, to promote excellence in personal development and wellbeing education, to strengthen the integration of SALT and audiology into curriculum planning Behaviour Mental Health and Wellbein To enhan early intervention and referral systems, to build staff capacity for trauma- informed and emotionally intelligent behaviour support, to empower pupil voice and celebrate neurodiversrty. Leadershi and Mana To strengthen the School's succession planning and governor development, to enhance safeguarding and inclusive Practi and integrate Al to enhance curriculum, operations and inclusion. ement.. RE Catholic Life and Mission To further strengthen leadership, governance, and staff formation in Catholic Life and RE, to enrich the School's collective worship through creativity and inclusion and deepen spiritual encounter through retreats and community partnerships. Residential Provision Stren then To transition plan for pupils and their student vol, embed trauma-informed and therapeutic practice and promote consistency in sensory regulation and communication tools. Buildin s Environment and Infrastructure To improve sensory-friendly and digitally safe environments, develop outdoor leaming and biodiversity spaces, to strengthen IT infrastructure and digital accessibility. 14
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) FINANCIAL REVIEW The table below summarises the financial activities of the School and its Investments during the year. 2025 £'ooo 2024 £'ooo School Income Expenditure Surplus Net Gains Investment A8sets 4,263 13.723) 3,680 13,3621 318 16 33 Increase in Reserves $56 351 Investments Income ExndItUre Surplus Net Gains Investment Sets 167 (117> 172 {1371 35 171 391 Increase in Reseprfes 221 426 Increase in Reserves 777 777 Details of the income and expenditure are shown in the Statement of Financial Activities on page 24. The total income for the Charity in the year was £4,430k12024'. £3,852k} an increase of 15 % compared with the prior year. The largest individual component of income is School Fees, amounting lo £3,164k {2024'. £2,845k) an increase of 11 % compared with the prior year. The level of School Fees is dependent both on the number of Pupils on the School register182 pupils in the current year compared with 73 Pupils in the prior yearl and the needs of individual pupils. The total expenditure in the year was £3,840k12024.' £3,499kl an increase of 10 % compared with the prior year. This underlying expenditure continues to be tightly managed and monitored whilst delivering the Charity's principal objectives. The Net Income for the year was £590k12024'. Net Income £353k). 15
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE {continued) FINANCIAL REVIEW (continued) The Cash Flow Statement on page 27 reports a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of £525k {2024'. decrease £256kl. Cash Flows from Operating Activities were £499k12024'. £77k) in the year. There were cash inflows of £26k 12024.. OLrtflow £333kl from Investing Activities, principally investments in Fixed Assets. Investment Policy and Perfomiance As disclosed in Note 10 to the Financial Statements, the Charity holds a portfolio of investment properties that are either held for a long-temi rental income stream or are surplus to meeting its principal charitable objectives and are planned for long-term sale. The Trust Deed authorises the Trustee to make and hold investments using the general funds of the Charity. The Charity operates an ethical investment policy and has agreed an investment strategy with the investment managers. The investment managers manage the funds and their portfolio of investments on a discretionary basis within these guidelines. The Market Value of Investments reported in the Financial Statements at 31 August 2025 was £3,578k 12024.. £3,750k). The movements are analysed in Note 11 to the Financial Statements. This includes Investment Income generated of£61k {2024.' £73kl and an increase in market valuations of £187k12024.' an increase of £424kl. Reserves Policy The Total Funds of the Charity at 31 August 2025 were £11,842k (2024.. £11,065kl of which £2,680k 12024.. £2,124kl related to the School and £9,162k (2024.. £8,941kl related to Investments. The Reserves Policy of the Charity is to hold Unrestricted Free ReseNes in the School Account equivalent lo at least one term of the School's Charitable Expenditure. School Free Reserves are defined as School Unrestricted Funds less School Total Fixed Assets. Funds invested in School Tangible Fixed Assets are excluded from School Free Reserves as these funds cannot be released without undermining the Charity's ability to fulfil its principal charitable objectives. 16
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEE (continued) Reserves Policy (continued) Total School Free Reserves of £2,114k (2024.. £1,554k) are higher than the desired equivalent of one term's School Charitable Expenditure of £1,240k 12024.. £1,11 Ok), which reflects the School's robust budgeting and cash flow planning management and therefore the Trustee is satisfied that the Funds of the Charity are sufficient to meet its immediate financial obligations and commitments. The additional reserves will be used to improve School equipment. The Charity's Total Free Reserves at 31 August 2025 were £7,487k12024'. £6,706k}. Total Funds included £506k {2024.' £481 kl in Restricted Funds. The allocation of Restricted Funds are detemined by the wishes of the donors and are disclosed in Note 16(bl to the Financial Statements. Unrestricted Funds of £11,336k 12024.. £10,584kl comprise the Revaluation Reserve of £3,789k {2024.' £3,789k) and Genèral Funds of £7,547k (2024.. £6,795k}. Risk Management The Trustee considers and assesses the major risks to which the Charity is exposed. This will include strategic, financial, operational and reputational risks. The Trustee implements policies and procedures in order to mitigate or minimise these risks and also monitors the effectiveness of its risk management processes. The School has reported a surplus in its operating activities in both the current and prior year. Financial Strategy The Financial Strategy ensures the sustainability of the benefits provided by the School. Approved by the Trustee on 16 Dècember 2025 and signed on its behaW by.. Rt Rev M Stock Bishop of Leeds Director 17
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 STATEMENT OF TRUSTEE'S RESPONSIBILITIES The Directors of the Trustee are responsible for preparing the Trustee's Report and the Financial Statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards {United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practi1. The law applicable to Charities in England and Wales requires the Trustee to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of the affairs of the Charity and of its incoming resources and application of resources of the Charity for that period. In preparing these Financial Statements the Trustee is required to.. select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently., obSee the methods and principles of the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (FRS102)', make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent., state whether applicable accounling standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the Financial Statements., and prepare the Financial Statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Charity will continue in business. The Trustee is responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and enable it to ensure that the Financial Statements comply with the Charities Act 2011 , and applicable accounting regulations. It is also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. 18
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEE OF ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Opinion We have audited the Financial Statements of St John's Catholic School for the Deaf for the year ended 31 August 2025 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement and Notes to the Financial Statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporb'ng framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). In our opinion the Financial Statements: give a true and fair view of the state of the Charity's affairs as at 31 August 2025 and of its incoming resources and application of resources for the year then ended., have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice., and have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011. Basis for Opinion We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) IISAS (UKI) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the Charity in accordan with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC'S Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit eviden we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. 19
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEE OF ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (continued) Conclusions relating to Going Concern In auditing the Financial Statements, we have concluded that the Trustee's use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the Financial Statements is appropriate. Based on the work we have perfomied, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the Charity's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least e1ve months from when the Financial Statements are authorised for issue. Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the Trustee with respect to going conrn are described in the relevant sections of this Report. Other Information The other infomation comprises the information included in the Annual Report, other than the Financial Statements and our Auditor's Report thereon. The Trustee is responsible for the other information. Our opinion on the Financial Statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our Report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the Financial Statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit or othemise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsislencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the Financial Statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information,. we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. 20
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEE OF ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (continued) Matters on which we are required to report by exception We have nothing lo report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 require us to report to you if, in our opinion.. the information given in the Trustee's Annual Report is inconsistent in any material respect with the Financial Statements., or the Charity has not kept sufficient accounting records., or the Financial Statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns., or we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit. Responsibilities of Trustee As explained more fully in the Statement of Trustee's Responsibilities set out on page 18, the Trustee is responsible for the preparation of the Financial Statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Trustee determines is ne$Sary to enable the preparation of Financial Statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the Financial Statements, Ihe Trustee is responsible for assessing the Charity's ability to continue as a going COnrn, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Trustee either intends to liquidate the Charity or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative bul to do so. Auditor's responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements We have been appointed as auditors under the Charities Act 2011 and report in accordance with regulations made under that Act. Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assuran about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and lo issue an auditors, report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAS IUKI will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to Influen the economic decisions of users taken on the basis ofthese financial statements. 21
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEE OF ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (continued) Auditor's responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements (continued) Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misslatemenls in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The specific procedures for this engagement and the extent to which these are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud are detailed below. Identifying and assessing risks related to irregularities: We assessed the susceptibility of the Charity's Financial Statements to material misstatement and how fraud mighl occur, including through discussions wilh the Trustee, discussions wilhin our audit team planning meeting, updating our record of internal controls and ensuring these controls operated as intended. We evaluated possible incentives and opportunities for fraudulent manipulation of the Financial Statements. We identified laws and regulations that are of significance in the context of the charity by discussions with The Trustee and updating our understanding of the sector in which the Charity operates. Laws and regulations of direct significance in the context of the Charity include the Charities Act 2011, the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008, guidance issued by the Charity Commission for England and Wales and guidance issued by the Department for Education. Audit response to risks identified We considered the extent of Complian with these laws and regulations as part of our audit procedures on the related Financial Statement items including a review of financial statement disclosures. We reviewed the Charity's records of breaches of laws and regulations, minutes of meetings and correspondence with relevant authorities to identify potential material misstatements arising. We discussed the Charity's policies and procedures for compliance with laws and regulations with members of management responsible for compliance. During the planning meeting with the audit team, the engagement partner drew attention to the key areas which might involve non-compliance with laws and regulations or fraud. We enquired of management whether they were aware of any instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations or knowledge of any actual, suspected or alleged fraud. We addressed the risk of fraud through management override of controls by testing the appropriateness of journal entries and identifying any significant transactions that were unusual or outside the normal course of business. We assessed whether judgements made in making accounting estimates gave rise to a possible indication of management bias. At Ihe completion stage of the audit, the engagement partner's review included ensuring that the team had approached 22
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEE OF ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (continued) Audit response to risks identified (continued) their work with appropriate professional $pticisM and thus the capacity to identify non- compliance with laws and regulations and fraud. There are inherent limitations in the audit procedures described above and the further removed non-compliance with laws and regulations is from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, the less likely we would become aware of it. Also, the risk of not detecting a material misstatement due to fraud is higher than the risk of not detecting one resulting from error, as fraud may involve deliberate concealment by, for example, forgery or intentional misrepresentations, or through collusion. A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council's website at.. www.frc.org.uklauditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our Auditor's Report. Use of our Report This report is made solely to the Charity's Trustee, as a body, in accordan with Part 4 ofthe Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the Trustee those matters we are required to state to them in an Auditor's Report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Charity and the Trustee as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed. [.fvLJ LLe Saffery LLP Chartered Accountants and Statutory Auditors 10 Wellington Place Leeds LS14AP 18 December 2025 Saffery LLP is eligible to acl as an auditor in terms of section 1212 of the Companies Act 2006 23
Ln Z Z
Lf> co * O in r O) Yo)0) InvfOLn
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 BALANCE SHEET 2025 £'ooo 2024 £'ooo Note Flxed Nssets Tangible Assets Investment Properties Investments Total Fixed Assets 1.458 5,131 3,578 10.167 1,124 5,131 3,750 10,005 10 Current Assets Inventories Debtors Cash at Bank and in Hand Total Current Assets 12 120 1,911 2,037 49 1,386 1,442 Current Liabilities Creditors.. Amounts falling due within one year 13 13621 13821 Net Current Pssets 1,675 1,060 Net Assets 11,842 11,065 The Funds of the Charity: Unrestricted Funds Revaluation Reserve General Funds Total Restricted Funds 3,789 7.547 11,336 506 3,789 6,795 10,584 481 16 16 Total Charity Funds 11.842 11,065 The Notes from page 28 to 44 form part of these Financial Statements. These Financial Statements were approved and authorised by the Directors on 16 December 2025 and signed on their behalf by.. Rt Rev M Stock Bishop of Leeds Director 26
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 CASH FLOW STATEMENT 2025 £'ooo 2024 £'ooo Cash FloMs from Operating P£tivities NÈI Nknement in Funds iusled for.. Depreciation Charges Nel Gains on Investments Investment Income Decreaselllncreasel in Inventories IlncreasellDecrease in Debtors Decrease in Creditors Investment Expendrture 777 777 155 11871 11761 109 14241 11811 131 1711 1201 20 12971 30 Net Cash provided by Operating ktivities 499 77 Cash FloMs from Investing PLtivities Bank Interest Received Investment Properties Income Payments lo Acquire TangiLAe Fixed se1$ Proceeds from the Disposal of Fixed Asset Investments Payments lo Pcquire Fixed Asset Inveslmenls 112 14891 600 12001 105 14411 Net cash provided byllused in) Investing PKtivities 26 13331 Net IncreasellDe¢reasel Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and Cash Equivalents al the beginning of year Cash and Cash Equivalents al the end of year 525 1,386 1,911 12561 1,642 1,386 Analysis of Net Cash 2025 Moven*nt £'ooo £'ooo 2024 vement £'ODO £'ooo 2023 £'ooo Cash at Bank and in Hand 1.911 525 1,386 12561 1,642 The Notes from page 28 to 44 form part of these Financial Statements. 27
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of Accounting These Financial Statements are prepared on a going concern basis, under the historical cost convention as modified by the revaluation of rtain fixed assets. The Financial Statements are prepared in Sterling which is the functional currency of the entity. Monetary amounts in these Financial Statements are rounded to the nearest thousand pound l£'OOOI. The Financial Slalemenls have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 1021, the Charities Act 2011 and UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (UK GAAPI. The Charity is a public benefit entity for the purposes of FRS 102. The Financial Statements have been prepared to give a true and fair view and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required lo provide a true and fair view. This departure has involved following the Statement of Recommended Practice IFRS 1021 rather than Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice {revised 2005) which has been withdrawn. Going Concern The Trustee has assessed whethèr the use of the going concern basis is appropriate and has considered possible events or conditions that might cast significant doubt on the ability of the Charity to continue as a going concern. The Trustee has made this assessment for a period of at least twelve months from the date of approval of the Financial Statements. In particular, the Trustee has Gonsidered the Charity's forecasts and projections {which adopt a prudent approach when assessing future pupil numbers). After making enquiries, and taking into consideration the Charity's Cash at Bank and in Hand at 31 August 2025 of £1,911k {2024'. £1,386k} and Investments that can be realised in the short term of £3,578k (2024.. £3,750kl the Trustee has concluded thal there is a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate resources to Gontinue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. 28
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) Going Concern (continued) The Charity therefore continues to adopt the going concern basis in preparing its Financial Statements. Income Income is included in the Statement of Financial Activities on the basis of the amounts receivable for the year. Income from fees is included in the period that the service is provided. Grants receivable, including capital grants, are included as income when receivable except when donors.. specify that grants given to the Charity must be used in future accounting periods and the income is deferred until those periods., and impose conditions which have to be fulfilled before the Charity becomes entitled to use such income. Income is deferred and included in the Statement of Financial Activities when those conditions have been met. Donations and Other Income are included in the Statement of Financial Activities on the basis of the amounts received in the year. Expenditure Expenditure is included in the Statement of Financial Activities on the basis of the amounts payable for goods and services provided in the year. Charitable expendilure consists of all expenditure directly relating to the objectives of the Charity and comprise the running of the School and maintaining the portfolio of properties in the Investment Account. The Charity does not incur direct costs in ils voluntary fundraising activities. Investment management fees and interest costs are included in the Cost of Raising Funds. Liabilities are recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, il is probable Ihat a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. 29
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) ACCOUNTING POLICIES {continued} Expenditure (continued All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been Classified under headings thal aggregate all costs related to the category. Expenditure includes VAT where it cannot be fvlly recovered and is reported as part of the expenditure to which it relates. Governance costs are those incurred in connection with the audit of the Charity and its compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements including legal fees. Commitments Commitments that are made by the Trustee and the School Governors that are legally binding have been accrued. Those that are not legally binding have not been charged in the Financial Statements but have been disclosed in the Notes to the Financial Statements. Grants Payable Discretionary grants are paid from the Edward Witham Dawson Charity to individuals meeting the requirements of the linked Charity's Trust Deed. Grants are paid on an ad hoc basis and payment in one financial year does not imply continued support in future financial years. Liabilities relating to grants payable are recognised once the Charity is irrevocably committed to the provision of the grant. Investments Investments are a form of basic financial inslrument and are initially recognised al their transaction value and subsequently measured at their fair value as at the Balance Sheet date using the closing quoted mid-market price. Realised and Unrealised Gains and Losses on Investments are reported in the Statement of Financial Activities. Investment income plus associated tax recoverable is credited to income on an accruals basis. Investment Properties Investment Property, which is property held to earn rentals and capital appreciation, is measured using the fair value model as at the balance sheet date. A fomal valuation is undertaken every five years, the surplus or deficit on revaluation is recognised in the statement of Financial Activilies. In the inlervening years an annual assessment for impairment is caried out and the impairment is charged to the Statement of Financial Activities 30
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) ACCOUNTING POLICIES {continued} Taxation The Trustee considers that the Charity is exempt from taxation and therefore no provision is made for it. 1.10 Pension Schemes The Charity makes defined contributions to a group personal pension scheme for certain employees. Contributions payable for the year are charged in the Statement of Financial Activities. Contributions are also paid, for eligible employees, to thè Teachers, Pension Scheme (England and Wales), as disclosed in Note 6 to the Financial Statements. Contributions payable are charged as charitable expenditure in the Statement of Financial Activities. 1.11 Tangible Assets Freehold Buildings A review of building valuations is carried out annually and, where required, an appropriate impairment charge is made in the Statement of Financial Activities. Freehold Buildings are maintained to a high standard and depreciation is not provided for as, in the Trustee's opinion, the residual value is equal to the carrying value in the Financial Statements. Freehold Building Improvements Improvements to freehold properties are capitalised at cost and depreciated on a straight line basis between two per cent and ten per cent per annum. Fixtures, Fittings and Equipment Fixtures, fittings and equipment are stated at Cost less depreciation. Depreciation is calculated by the straight line method to write off the cost or value, less anticipated residual value, over the expected useful lives of the assets as follows.. Motor Vehicles Fixtures, Fittings and Equipment 20 percent per annum 10 to 20 pernt per annum Impairment reviews are undertaken on an annual basis. 31
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) ACCOUNTING POLICIES {continued} 1.12 Fund A¢counting General Funds are Unrestricted Funds which are available for use al the discretion of the Trustee and School Governors in furtherance of the general objectives of the Charity and which have not been designated for other purposes. Restricted Funds are funds that are used in accordan with specific instructions made by donors or that have been raised by the Charity for particular purposes. The costs of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. Restricted Funds are set out in Note 16lb) to the Financial Statements. 1.13 Financial Instruments Basic financial instruments are measured at amortised cost. The Charity has no other financial instruments or basic financial instruments measured at fair value. 1.14 Critical Accounting Estimates In preparing financial statements it is necessary to make certain judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts recognised in those financial statements. The following judgement and estimate is considered by the Trustee to have the most significant effect on amounts recognised in the Financial Statements. Useful Economic Life.. The annual depreciation charge for building improvements, fixtures, fittings and equipment and motor vehicles is sensitive to change in the estimated useful economic lives and residual value of assets. These are re-assessed annually and amended where necessary to reflect current circumstances. Investment Properties are valued on the basis of market value every five years. In the intervening years a review of Investment Properties, fair value is carried out annually and an appropriate revaluation credit or impairment charge is made in the Statement of Financial Activities. 32
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) INVESTMENT INCOME 2025 Restricted Unrestricted Fund Fund £'ooo £'ooo Total Funds £'ooo Income arising from- Rental Income Listed Investments Interest Received 112 61 55 Total 167 176 2024 Restricted Unrestricted Fund Fund £'ooo £'ooo Total Funds £'ooo Income arising from= Rental Income Listed Investments Interest Received 105 67 105 73 Total 172 181 TOTAL COST OF RAISING FUNDS The total cost of raising funds consists of.. 2025 £'ooo 41 20 2024 £'ooo 51 30 Investment Propety Expendtture Investment anagernent Fees Total 61 81 33
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) CHARITABLE EXPENDITURE Charitable Expenditure relates to School running costs and is analysed below. 2025 £'ooo 1,264 1,478 48 252 475 88 155 19 2024 £'ooo 1,164 1,385 57 227 385 77 109 14 Teachers, Salaries SupFX)rt staff Salaries Professional Fees Educalion Supplies Premises Costs Establishment Expenses Depreciation Supwrt Costs Total 3,779 3,418 5. EMPLOYMENT COSTS AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES Staff costs comprise the following.. 2025 £'ooo 2,113 228 276 125 2024 £'ooo 1,921 180 231 217 Salaries and Wages Employers, National Insurance Pension Costs ency Staff Totsl 2,742 2,549 During the year, payments of £6k (2024.. £Nil) were paid lo employees {2024.' no employees) in relation to redundancy payments. 34
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) EMPLOYMENT COSTS AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES (continued) The number of employees who received a salary in excess of £60,000 per annum was as follows.. 2025 2024 £60,001 to £70,000 £70,00110 £80,000 £80,001 to £90,000 £90,001 to £100,000 £100.001 to £110,000 The average number of employees and full-time equivalents was as follows: 2025 No. 78 63 2024 No. 73 55 Average Number of Employees Full Time Equwalent PENSION COSTS The School participates in the Teachers, Pension Scheme I'the TPS'I for its teaching staff. The pension charge for the year includes contributions payable to the TPS of £233k (2024.. £194kl and at 31 August 2025 £Nil12024.' £Nill was accrued in respert of contributions lo this Scheme. The TPS is a statutory, contributory, defined benefit scheme, governed by the Teachers, Pension Scheme Regulations 2014. Membership is automatic for teachers, and all teachers have the option to opt-out of the TPS following enrolment. The TPS is an unfunded scheme to which both the member and employer makes contributions, as a percentage of salary these contributions are credited to the Exchequer. Retirement and other pension benefits are paid by public funds provided by Parliament. The latest TPS actuarial valuation was carried out at 1 April 2024 and the next valuation result is due to be implemented from 1 April 2027. For the year ended 31 August 2025 the employer contribution rate for the TPS was 28.680A12024'. 28.68°h) which includes an administration levy of 0.080/0. 35
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) PENSION COSTS (continued) The Charity also contributes to a personal defined contribution pension scheme for non- teaching staff. For the year ended 31 August 2025, £43k 12024.. £38k) was charged to the Statement of Financial Activities. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the Charity in independently administered funds. DIRECTORS, GOVERNORS AND KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL The Charity considers that its key management personnel comprise the Directors of the Trustee Company, the Board of School Governors and the Senior Leadership Team. Neither Directors nor School Governors reiVed any remuneration in respect of their Offi in either the current year or the prior year. Neither Directors nor Governors reiVed expenses incurred in their Office in either the current year or the prior year. The total employment benefits of the Senior Leadership Team in the year was £413k (2024.. £449kl including Employers, National Insurance Contributions of £39k {2024.' £41 kl and £67k (2024.. £66kl of pension contributions. NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS IN THE YEAR Net Movement Funds in the year is stated after charging.. 2025 £'ooo 2024 £'ooo Allditoffs Remuneration audrt services - other setvices Depreciation of Owned Assets Operating Lease Rentals 13 13 155 109 36
J o) vz? ¥ OZL)
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS {continued) 10. INVESTMENT PROPERTIES InvestnRnt Properties £'ooo Cost or valuation At 31 August 2025 and 31 August 2024 5,131 Depre¢iation and Irryiairments At 31 August 2025 and 31 August 2024 Fair Value At 31 August 2025 and 31 August 2024 5,131 Historic Cost At 31 August 2025 and 31 August 2024 1,448 Investmenl Properties are valued on the basis of market value as defined in the RICS Valuation and Appraisal Manual {7, Edition) every five years. The last valuations were carried out on 31 August 2022 by Charters-Reid Chartered Surveyors and Savills Chartered SuNeyors. In the intervening years, a review of Investment Properties is carried out annually and, where required, an appropriate impairment Charge is made in the Statement of Financial Activities. In the Trustee's opinion, the value disclosed in the Balance Sheet reflects its best estimate of the Fair Value of Investment Properties at 31 August 2025. 38
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS {continued) 11. INVESTMENTS 2025 £'ooo 3,750 61 71 116 1201 200 16001 2024 £'ooo 3,283 73 46 378 1301 rket Value al 1 SepteM1r Investment Income Net Realised Gains in the Year Net Unrealised Gains on Revaluation Investment Managers Costs Deducted from knvestsnenls Addition lo Investments Withdrawn from Investments Market Value at 31 guSt 3,578 3,750 Analysis of Market Value of Investment by Type.. Equities Bonds ternalive Investments Cash 2,742 337 279 220 2,674 277 233 566 Markgt Value at 31 NgUSt 3,578 3,750 Analysis of Market Value of Investments betw*n those held within and outside the United Kingdom.. Within the United Kingdom Outside the United Kingdom 2,244 1,334 2,718 1,032 Market Value at 31 Allgust 3,578 3,750 Analysis of Market Value by Fund.. Unreslricled Restricted 3,218 360 3,409 341 Market Value at 31 NgUSt 3,578 3,750 Historic Cost of Investments at 31 August 2,744 3,029 39
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS {continued) 12. DEBTORS 2025 £'ooo 2024 £'ooo VAT Receivable Other Debtors and Prepayments 25 95 49 120 49 13. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2025 £'ooo 2024 £'ooo Trade Creditors cruals and Deferred Income Other Creditors 45 317 246 134 362 382 14. CAPITAL COMMITMENTS The Charity had capital commitments at 31 August 2025 of £36k {2024'. £349k). 15. OPERATING LEASES At 31 August 2025 the Charity had the following future minimum lease payments under non- cancellable operating leases which fall due as follows.. School Office EquipEnt 2025 2024 £'ooo £'ooo Expiry date.. Within one year Beeen and five years 40
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS {continued) 16. ANALYSIS OF CHARITABLE FUNDS a) Analysis of Unrestricted Fund Movements For the >Ear ended 31 gUSt 2025 11 September 2024 £000 Investnnts Ptt 31 IgUSt Gains 2025 £000 £'ooo Incon Expandltu rooo £'ooo Transfèrs £'ooo S¢hool hveslments 4012 167 13,4871 11171 2,174 9,162 8.941 171 Totsl Charity 10.584 4179 13,6041 171 11,336 For the year ended 31 *gUSt 2024 At 1 SeplemiEr 2023 eooo Investments Gains £'ooo At 31 Pugust 2024 Eooo Income Eooo Expenditure Eooo Transfers Eooo School hvestments 1,306 8,515 3,664 172 13.3271 11371 1,643 8,941 391 T<)tsl Charity 9,821 3,836 3.464 391 10.584 41
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS {continued) 16. ANALYSIS OF CHARITABLE FUNDS {continued) b) Analysis of Restricted Fund Movements For the ar ended 31 August 2025 Invostmènts A 31 IgUSt Gains 2025 £'ooo £'ooo 11 S•pten&)èr 2024 IncoTT £'ooo £'ooo Expenditure rooo Transfer5 £'ooo EthNard Witham Dawson Charity Teachers, Pay Grant (Verrnent Grants Other Funds 441 16 108 130 11081 11221 31 161 33 Total Charity 251 12361 16 506 For the year ended 31 August 2024 Investments Gains £'o At 1 September 2023 In¢otne £'wo £'ooo At 31 ALJgust 2024 £'wo Expenditure £'ooo Tiansfers £'ooo Ethvard Witham Dawson Charity Government Grants Other Fund$ 401 57 121 1331 441 31 Total Charity 466 17 35 481 The Edward Witham Dawson Charity is a Linked Charity established by a Trust Deed dated 31 January 1925, amended by a Scheme dated the 10 April 2022. The Charity's principal objectives are to support the work of the School, to provide and facilitate educational facilities and opportunities for people with physical or menlal disabilities and to provide grants for the benefit of people with physical or mental disabilities. Govemment Grants in the year include £50k NMSS Inon-maintained special schools), £24k Pupil Premium Grant and £8k DFC (devolved formula capital funding). Other Funds include donations from parents for School and Pupil equipment. 42
7J UJ O i%E Sz58Lnin- ) ¢JJ i on( <DO ) a) o)
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) 18. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS The Diocese of Leeds Trustee is also the Trustee of one other registered charity, the Leeds Diocesan Trust. Directors of the Trustee who are members of the Clergy receive allowan$ and expenses for their work in active ministry from the Leeds Diocesan Trust. No payments were made to Lay Directors in either the current year or the prior year by the Leeds Diocesan Trust. No reimbursement of expenses was paid to the Directors of the Trustee by the Leeds Diocesan Trust in either the current year or prior year. There is a tenancy agreement on an Investment Property with the Leeds Diocesan Trust, which temiinated in March 2025. The Charity received a rental income of £5k (2024.. £7kl in the year. This is considered to be an am's length transaction on a commercial basis. 44