Charity Registration No. 100337
Company Registration No. N1032412 {Northern Ireland)
KIDS IN CONTROL
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

KIDS IN CONTROL
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Trustees
M Mullan
L Frew
N Moore
(Appointed 18 September
2023}
Secretary
J Atkinson
ChaTlty number
100337
Company number
N1032412
Registered office
clo Beat Carnival Centre
1147 Boyd Street
Belfast
BT13 2GU

KIDS IN CONTROL
CONTENTS
Page
Trustees, report
Independent examinerfs report
Statement of financial activits'es
Balance sheet
Notes to the financial statements

KIDS IN CONTROL
TRUSTEES, REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
The trustees present their report and accounts forthe year ended 31 March 2024.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance wf(h the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the
financial statements and comp5y with the charity's [governing documenti, the Companies Act 2006 and
'Accounting and Reporting by Charitie5-. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing
their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland
{FRS 1021" las amended for accounting periods commencing from 1 January 2016)
Objectives and activitie5
To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of Northern Ireland without distinction of age, sex. race or political.
religious or other opinions by advancing public education particularly but not exclusively by the provision of
training in drama and performance skills.
The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the
charity should undertake_
Financial review
The results for the year are set out in the financial statements.
The trustees has assessed the major risks to which the charrty is exposed, and are satisfied that systems are in
place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.
Structure, governance and management
The charity is a company limfced by guarantee and is governed by the memorandum and articles of association.
The trustees, who are also the directors forthe purpose of company law. and who served during the year and up
to the date of signature of the financial statements were"
M Mullan
F Macklin
L Frew
N Moore
(Resigned 18 September 20231
(Appointed 18 September 20231
The trust6es' report was approved by the Board ofTrustees.
L Frew
Board Member
Dated. .2fl-..X.l.-

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF KIDS IN CONTROL
I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Kids in Control (the charity) for the
year ended 31 March 2024.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
As the trustees of the charity (and also its directors for the purposes of company lawl you are responsible for
the preparation of the accounts in accordance wilh the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 Ithe 2006
Acti.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law, and is eligible for
independent examination, it is my responsibility to=
examine the accounts under section 65 of the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008.,
follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charrty Commission for Northern
Ireland under section 65(9llbl of the CharFties Act., and
state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
I have examined your charity accounts as required under section 65 of the Charities Act and my examination
was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern
Ireland un<Jer section 65{9){bl of the Charities Act. The examination ineluded a review of the accounting
record5 kept by the charity and a comparison ot the accounts presented with those records. It also includes
consideration of any unusual ttems or disclosures in the accounts. and seeking explanations from you as
chanty trustees Concerning any such matters.
My role 15 to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me cause to believe-.
accounting records were not kept in respect ofthe charty as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act,- or
the financial statements do not accord with those records.. or
That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act
2006 and with the methods and principles of the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice
applicable to charrties preparing theii accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland
That there is fijrther infomation needed for a proper understanding ofthe accounts to be reached.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examinalion and have no concerns in respect of the matters11) to {4} listed above and, in
connection with following the Directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, I have found no
matters that require drawing to your attention.
Richard Mcclay FCA
1 Lanyon Quay
Belfast
BT1 3LG
Dated=
P4 il.F

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIALACTIVITIES
INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Unrestricted Restricted
funds
funds
2024
2024
2024
2023
Notes
Income from..
Charitable Activities
Charitable activities
121,685
121.685
30,202
30,202
143,204
Total income
30.202
121,685
151,887
143,204
nditure on"
Charitable activities
27,514
121,685
153,669
128.622
Net lexpenditure)lincome ft>r the yearl
Net movement in funds
2,688
{4,469)
{1.782)
14,582
Fund balances at 1 April 2023
9,234
9,233
(5,3481
Fund balances at 31 March 2024
2,688
4,764
7,451
9,234
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
All income and expendFture derive from continuing activities.
The statement of financial adivities also complies with the requirements for an income and expenditure account
under the Companies Act 2006.

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BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
2024
2023
Notes
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
Current assets
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
5,419
7,226
37,082
20.260
4,309
22.709
57,242
27,018
Creditors: amounts falling due within
one year
10
{55,210)
(25,0101
Net current assets
2,032
2,008
Total assets less Current liabilities
7.451
9,234
Income funds
Restricted funds
Unrestricted funds
4,763
2,688
9.234
7.451
9,234
For the year ending 31 March 2024 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the
CompaniesAct 2006 relating to sm811 companies.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies
Act 2006.
The directors acknowledge their responsibility for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to
accounting records and for the preparation of accounts.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies Subject to the small
companies regime.
The accounts were approved by the Trustees on .......
L Frew
Board Member
Company Registration No. N1032412

KIDS IN CONTROL
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Accounting policies
Charlty information
Kids in Control is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in Northern Ireland. The registered
office is clo Beat Carnival Centre, 1147 Boyd Street, Belfast, BT13 2GU.
1.1 Accounting convention
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document. the Companies Act
2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charrties: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to
charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK
and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). las amended for accounting periods commencing from 1 January 2016).
The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update
Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary
amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the
revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair
value_ The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
1.2 Going concern
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the ¢harrf(y
has adequate resources to continue in operational existence foi the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees
continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
1.3 Charitable funds
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charrtable
objectives unless the funds have been designated for other purposes.
Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. The purposes and
uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial ststements.
Endowment funds are subject to spectfic conditions by donors Ihat the capital must be maintained by the
charity
1.4 In¢oming resource5
Income is recognised when the charity is legally entftled to -rt after any performance condition5 have been met,
the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.
Cash donations are reeognised on receipt. other donation5 are recognised once the charity ha5 been nolified
of the donation, unles5 performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in
relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Legacies are recognised on receipt or otheTwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution,
the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a
contingent asset.
Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable and represents amounts
receivable for goods and seNices provided in the normal course of business, net of discounts, VAT and other
sales related taxes.

KIDS IN CONTROL
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Accounting policies
(Continued)
1.5 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation. net of
depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to wrrte off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their
useful lives on the following base5-.
Fixtures and frttings
250h Reducing Balance
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale
proceeds and the carrying value of the asseL and is recogni5ed in net incomellexpenditure) for the year.
1.6 Impairment of fixed assets
At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tsngible assets to determine
whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication
exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment
loss (if anyl_
Intangible assets wfth indefinite useful lives and intangible assets not yet available for use are tested for
impairment annually, and whenever there is an indication that the asset may be impaired.
1.7 Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, othei short-term liquid
investments with original maturtties of three months 01 less, and bank overdraft5. Bank overdrafts are shown
within borrowings in current liabilitie5.
1.8 Financial instruments
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 'Basic Financial Instruments, and Section 12
'other Financial Instruments Issues. of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance Sheet when the charity becomes paty to the
contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when
there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a
net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simu￿aneOUSly.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets. which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are inttially measured at
transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the
effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financin9 transaction, where the transaction is
measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets
classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Accounting policies
{Contlnuedl
Basic financial liabillties
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless
the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instTument is measured at the present
value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable
within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for 9oods or seTvices that have been acquired in the ordinary course of
operations from suppliers_ Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one
year or less. If not. they are presented as non-current liabil((ies_ Trade creditors are recognised initially at
transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effectNe interest method.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity's contractual obligations expire or are discharged or
cancelled.
CritiGal accounting estimates and judgements
In the application of the chatity's accounting policie5, the trustees are required to make judgements. estimates
and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and li8bilrties that are not readily apparent from other
sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that
are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting
estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate 15 revised where the revision affects only that
period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future
periods.
Charitable activities
Restricted Un4testricted
Total
2024
Total
2023
88C Children in Need
Arts and Business Nl
D'oyly Carte
In Kind Sponsorship
Arts Council Nl AFP
BOI Begin Together
The HughBonGo Fund, The Talent Fund
Enkalon
Vertical Structures, Cyber training grant
GBCAF
Core Revenue Funding BCC MAF
Halifax
Earned Income
2,813
20.512
2.813
20,512
16.317
22,487
3.000
3,900
52,654
8,250
55,779
6.345
5.000
500
8.250
55,779
6,345
5,000
500
5,000
3.300
2,500
16,436
16.611
5.875
16,611
5,875
30,202
30,202
17,610
121,685
30,202
151.887
143,204

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS {CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Charitable activities
2024
2023
Depreciation
Administrative fees
Welfare officers
Staff training & Volunteer Costs
Tutor & Artistic costs
Office Rental
Workshop & Venue Rental
Workshop materials & props
Rates & Water rates
Office overheads & admin
Insurance
Photographic & video documentation
Travel, Event Catering & Hospitality
Bank charges
Publicitylmarketing
Telecommunications
Financial Costs
1,807
37,351
4.155
2,423
64,915
5,808
13,180
1.312
2,409
32.766
3,685
3,510
62,270
4.893
5,278
969
126
1,598
2.470
1,750
954
1.044
413
1,555
2,932
1.248
2,347
3,700
1,455
474
9,998
1,303
2,263
153,669
128.622
Trustees
None of the trustees lor any persons connected with them) recewed any remuneration or benefits from the
charity during the year_
Employees
There were no employees during the year.
2024
Number
2023
Number

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Tangible fixed assets
Fixture5 and flttings
Cost
At 1 April 2023
72,686
At 31 March 2024
72.686
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 Apri5 2023
Depreciation charged in the year
65,460
1,807
At 31 March 2024
67.267
Carrying amount
At 32 March 2024
5,419
At 31 March 2023
7.226
Debtors
2024
2023
Amount5 falling due within one year:
Trade debtors
37,082
4,309
Loans and overdrafts
2024
2023
Bank overdrafts
27,952
5,569
Payable within one year
27.952
5,569
10 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2024
2023
Notes
8ank overdrafts
Accruals and deferred income
27,952
27,258
5.569
19,441
55,210
25,010
11 Related party transactions
There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year12023 - none).