Caddie School for Soldiers SCIO
- Country
- Scotland
- Charity number
- SC052511
- Status
- Active
- Registered
- April 25, 2023
- Legal form
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Address
- Address
- 1 Strachan Gardens
Edinburgh
EH4 3RY
Contact
- Website
caddieschoolforsoldiers.com
Activities
'It carries out activities or services itself'
'the advancement of education','the advancement of public participation in sport','the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'
Groups of 6 individuals are brought together in St Andrews, provided with accommodation and put through a structured 4 week programme that teaches them to become proficient caddies in the sport of golf. A caddie not only carries the players clubs but provides distances for shots, guidance on how to play individual holes or shots, encouragement and company during a round of golf which can be competitive or social. This programme is delivered by ‘Mentors’ who are alumni of the Caddie School programme and local experts. The individuals are often from different countries, usually 2 x UK, 2x USA and 2x Canada and have experienced physical and/or mental trauma whilst in the armed forces. The Caddie School firstly provides these individuals with a skill that they can use to get employment when they return home but the location, camaraderie and shared purpose helps greatly with their mental health and confidence.
Finances
| Period end | Income | Expenditure | Accounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | £79,693 | £88,251 | |
| June 30, 2024 | £99,905 | £84,949 |