FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Company Registration Number:
04818227 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 August 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 September 2023

End date: 31 August 2024

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

Directors report
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Directors' report period ended 31 August 2024

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 August 2024

Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 September 2023 to 31 August 2024

Margaret Ansell
Paula Higson


The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
1 April 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Margaret Ansell
Status: Director

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Balance sheet

As at 31 August 2024

Notes 2024 2023


£

£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets: 3 67 102
Total fixed assets: 67 102
Current assets
Debtors: 4 456 976
Cash at bank and in hand: 1,889 1,588
Total current assets: 2,345 2,564
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 5 ( 24,551 ) ( 22,809 )
Net current assets (liabilities): (22,206) (20,245)
Total assets less current liabilities: (22,139) ( 20,143)
Total net assets (liabilities): (22,139) (20,143)
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital: 1 1
Profit and loss account: (22,140 ) (20,144 )
Total Shareholders' funds: ( 22,139 ) (20,143)

The notes form part of these financial statements

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 August 2024 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small 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 responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The directors have chosen not to file a copy of the company's profit and loss account.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 1 April 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Margaret Ansell
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

    Turnover policy

    Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services.

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impainnent losses.Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of the fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following bases: - Fixtures & Fittings 25% reducing balance - Computer Equipment 25% reducing balance

    Intangible fixed assets amortisation policy

    Intangible assets arc initially measured at cost. After initial recognition, intangible assets are measured at cost less any accumulated amortisation and any accumulated impairment losses. Know How are being amortised evenly over their estimated useful life of five years.

    Other accounting policies

    Going Concern: The Directors have a reasonable expectation that the company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus they continue to adopt the going concern in preparing the annual financial statements. Taxation: Taxation for the year comprises current , and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in the Income Statement, except to the extent that it relates to items recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity. Current or deterred taxation assets and liabilities are not discounted. Current tax is recognised at the amount of tax payable using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Pensions: The company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the company's pension scheme are charged to profit or loss in the period to which they relate.

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

  • 2. Employees

    2024 2023
    Average number of employees during the period 1 1

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 1 September 2023 309 340 649
Additions
Disposals
Revaluations
Transfers
At 31 August 2024 309 340 649
Depreciation
At 1 September 2023 269 278 547
Charge for year 14 21 35
On disposals
Other adjustments
At 31 August 2024 283 299 582
Net book value
At 31 August 2024 26 41 67
At 31 August 2023 40 62 102

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

4. Debtors

2024 2023
£ £
Trade debtors 35 555
Other debtors 421 421
Total 456 976

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

5. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2024 2023
£ £
Trade creditors 24 184
Accruals and deferred income 1,524 1,428
Other creditors 23,003 21,197
Total 24,551 22,809

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS C.I.C.

Company Number: 04818227 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 August 2024

Company activities and impact

The company now offers a small yet economically viable service offering accredited psychotherapy services to children and families. The company focus continues to be providing Psychotherapy services, establishing its reputation locally and broadening the reach of the company. From September 2023 psychotherapeutic work with children and families continued. The use of Zoom during period of Covid isolation had introduced new ways of working and enabled those moving away to University to continue their therapy remotely. Covid experiences continued to impact on the emotional needs of clients at this time. Lost hours in education, isolation and the fear associated with the possibility of loved ones dying from Covid had impacted on many children, families and young people. Returning to normality remains hard for many. At the same time common presentations, for example the death of a parent or parental divorce had been made more difficult for clients to process and move through during Covid times. In addition some children born during or shortly after Covid lockdowns are now experiencing behavioural, social and emotional challenges as they enter nursery and school. Parents are often very anxious about their children and need psychotherapeutic support with their parenting role. Cases continue to be generally more complex. Throughout the year the company made available 12 psychodynamic psychotherapy sessions a week for children, young people and parents. When necessary the therapist liaised with GPs, local schools, social workers and the local authority. In most instances therapeutic interventions were long term, some lasting over a year. Some in need of high levels of multi-agency support were assessed and then referred to more appropriate intensive medical provision. Some of this occurred without charge as the preliminary assessment made immediate referral on necessary. Three families were able to access therapy at a reduced rate. Those working in schools and childcare whom the psychotherapist advised were also emotionally challenged by their own experiences during Covid restrictions and those of the children they care for. They still need additional, often informal, short term support. At times the psychotherapist consulted with a school and after school club free of charge. Workshops were run for 1. all parents on how to support their child when they transfer from nursery to school (60 families) 2. working parents on how to help your child settle in after school care (12 families) A regular weekly drop in session over 15 weeks with the psychotherapist was offered free of charge to a local primary school for parents with children beginning school . The psychotherapist consulted with key worker play workers helping them to think about the emotional needs of the children and find individualised ways to settle them into the after school club and nurture their resilience and enhance their enjoyment of the time spent at the club.

Consultation with stakeholders

Our Stakeholders are the children, parents/carers and commissioners who use our services. This includes 1. Local families who pay directly for our services 2. Local schools – who pay for children identified by their schools as being in need of additional educational, social, and emotional support. 3. Schools and Parents in receipt of free or reduced rated Therapy 4. Local child carers – who pay for support to staff and parents. The demand for psychotherapeutic work with individuals and families and the nature of the problems being brought to therapy continue to evidence that demand for support remains high. This continues to demand liaison with GPs, schools and a professional network of child and adolescent psychotherapists. Referrals came from other professionals or word of mouth.

Directors' remuneration

The total amount paid or receivable by directors in respect of qualifying services was £10,527 including pension contributions of £1,181. There were no other transactions or arrangements in connection with the remuneration of directors, or compensation for director’s loss of office, which require to be disclosed.

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
1 April 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Margaret Ansell
Status: Director