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# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

## Company limited by guarantee

## Company Registration Number:
11669831 (England and Wales)

## Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 30 November 2024

## Period of accounts

## Start date: 1 December 2023

## End date: 30 November 2024

# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

## Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 November 2024

Directors report |
Profit and loss |
Balance sheet |
Additional notes |
Community Interest Report |

# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

Directors' report period ended 30 November 2024

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 30 November 2024

Principal activities of the company

Children Project: families attend weekly Children Online Learning and Confidence-Building Programme Cycling Project for Families. Community Engagement and Cultural Activities.

Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 December 2023 to 30 November 2024

Racheal Njuguna
Francisca Abagi
Rose Chege
NG,KA WAI

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
6 January 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Racheal Njuguna
Status: Director

# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

## Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 30 November 2024

| 2024 | 2023
--- | --- | ---
| £ | £
Turnover: | 40,267 | 55,390
Cost of sales: | ( 37,533 ) | ( 67,593 )
Gross profit(or loss): | 2,734 | (12,203)
Administrative expenses: | ( 2,734 ) | ( 4,463 )
Operating profit(or loss): | 0 | (16,666)
Profit(or loss) before tax: | 0 | (16,666)
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: | 0 | (16,666)

# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

## Balance sheet

As at 30 November 2024

| Notes | 2024 | 2023
--- | --- | --- | ---
|  | £ | £
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: |  | 22,804 | 14,195
Total current assets: |  | 22,804 | 14,195
Net current assets (liabilities): |  | 22,804 | 14,195
Total assets less current liabilities: |  | 22,804 | 14,195
Accruals and deferred income: |  | ( 22,804 ) | ( 14,195 )
Total net assets (liabilities): |  | 0 | 0
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: |  | 0 | 0
Total members' funds: |  | 0 | 0

The notes form part of these financial statements

# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

## Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 30 November 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.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 25 August 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Racheal Njuguna
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 November 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

  Income is mainly grants that provide core funding or are of general nature are recognize where there is entitlement ,probability of receipt and the amount can be measure with reliability. Income is only deferred when donor specifies that the grant must be used in future accounting periods

# COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 November 2024

- ## 2. Employees

  | 2024 | 2023
  --- | --- | ---
  Average number of employees during the period | 0 | 0

# COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

### COLCHESTER LIFE IN THE UK CIC

### Company Number: 11669831 (England and Wales)

### Year Ending: 30 November 2024

Company activities and impact

During the period 1st December 2023 to 30th November 2024, Colchester Life in The UK CIC continued to deliver and develop a range of community-based pro-jects aimed at supporting BAME families and other residents in Colchester and, to a lesser extent, Clacton. The organisation mobilised volunteers, contracted teachers, and external experts to deliver educational, physical, social, and signposting services. We broadened engagement through community events, training, and collaborative activities with local groups and services to improve information access, well-being, and belonging for diverse families. A key development this year was the distribution of computer laptops and data support sourced from the NEE DAST project, enhancing access to online learning for children and digital connectivity for BAME families we serve. We also deepened collaboration with other community organisations to plan, coordinate, and deliver events, workshops, and activities.

Consultation with stakeholders

Our CIC engages a broad range of stakeholders to ensure accountability, inclusivity, and measurable community impact. Beneficiaries – Primarily BAME residents in Colchester, including refugees, asylum seekers, families, carers, children, and elders. Partners – Local schools, universities, community groups, cultural and faith organisations, Colchester Borough Council, other CICs and charities, and local businesses. Funders – Trusts, foundations, statutory funding bodies, corporate sponsors, and individual donors. Workforce – Volunteers, tutors, facilitators, mentors, contracted staff, and specialist consultants. Governance and Accountability – Independent advisers, auditors, safeguarding officers, and advisory groups. Engagement and Improvement – Ongoing communication through forums, surveys, and feedback, with evaluation at the end of funding periods. Safeguarding and Data – Strong safeguarding and data protection practices, with confidentiality and transparency maintained. Impact – Regular reporting, inclusive access to services, sustainable delivery, and community-led initiatives.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
6 January 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Francisca Abagi
Status: Director