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## Company limited by guarantee

## Company Registration Number:
12013019 (England and Wales)

## Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 22 May 2025

## Period of accounts

## Start date: 23 May 2024

## End date: 22 May 2025

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## Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 22 May 2025

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

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Directors' report period ended 22 May 2025

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 22 May 2025

Principal activities of the company

Actively See K I N G uses the arts to help young Black boys reconnect with the K I N G within them restoring a deep understanding of their true identity and purpose. During the reporting period the company continued to deliver high quality creative and developmental opportunities for young people with a particular focus on supporting those from underrepresented backgrounds to develop confidence skills and access to professional pathways within the arts and creative industries Collectively these activities increased access to professional creative opportunities for young people who would otherwise face barriers to entry supporting confidence employability and long term participation in the creative industries. The organisation successfully completed its Arts Council England funded R and D project for DWMO receiving highly positive feedback from young people teachers creatives and audiences Participants reported increased confidence creative growth and stronger engagement Useful suggestions were also collected to help improve future delivery and accessibility. Additional funding from Aspers Casino and Newham Council supported an intensive music programme where young people created lyrics contributed to production and developed ideas collaboratively The project ended with professional recording sessions at UD Studios supported by partnerships with Newham Music and four professional artists An EP was produced and released on major streaming platforms giving participants real industry credits. The Founder CEO was selected as a Churchill Fellow conducting international research across the US Africa and the Caribbean on the development of Black boys Her findings aim to influence UK practice with a documentary based on the research due for release this year. Finally the Easter programme saw young actors take part in a two week intensive led by professional Black creatives covering spoken word improvisation business skills mindset and wellbeing The project concluded with a live performance of a new play.

Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
23 May 2024 to 22 May 2025

Natasha Cox
KUDEHINBU, Eniola Deenilai
WEBSTER, Monique Elizabeth

The director shown below has held office during the period of
23 May 2024 to 21 January 2025

COLLYMORE, Lee

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
17 February 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Natasha Cox
Status: Director

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## Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 22 May 2025

| 2025 | 2024
--- | --- | ---
| £ | £
Turnover: | 4,870 | 33,982
Cost of sales: | ( 5,747 ) |
Gross profit(or loss): | (877) | 33,982
Distribution costs: | ( 4,795 ) | ( 27,856 )
Administrative expenses: | ( 399 ) | ( 936 )
Other operating income: | 205 | 857
Operating profit(or loss): | (5,866) | 6,047
Profit(or loss) before tax: | (5,866) | 6,047
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: | (5,866) | 6,047

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## Balance sheet

As at 22 May 2025

| Notes | 2025 | 2024
--- | --- | --- | ---
|  | £ | £
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: |  | 251 | 4,469
Total current assets: |  | 251 | 4,469
Prepayments and accrued income: |  |  | 4,870
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: | 3 | ( 200 ) | ( 2,443 )
Net current assets (liabilities): |  | 51 | 6,896
Total assets less current liabilities: |  | 51 | 6,896
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year: | 4 | ( 2,577 ) |
Total net assets (liabilities): |  | (2,526) | 6,896
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: |  | (2,526) | 6,896
Total members' funds: |  | ( 2,526) | 6,896

The notes form part of these financial statements

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## Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 22 May 2025 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 17 February 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Natasha Cox
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

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## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 22 May 2025

- ## 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

  Grants and Donations: Recognised as income when entitlement, probability and measurement criteria are met.

  Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

  Straight line method equal depreciation each year over the asset useful life.

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## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 22 May 2025

- ## 2. Employees

  | 2025 | 2024
  --- | --- | ---
  Average number of employees during the period | 0 | 0

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## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 22 May 2025

## 3. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

| 2025 | 2024
--- | --- | ---
| £ | £
Other creditors | 200 | 2,443
Total | 200 | 2,443

Consulting/Accounting fees

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## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 22 May 2025

## 4. Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year note

| 2025
--- | ---
| £
Other creditors | 2,577 |
Total | 2,577

CEO/Director provided an interest free loan £2577. The loan is unsecured and payable on demand.

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## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 22 May 2025

## 5. Loans to directors

No Loans are made to Directors in the year.

# COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

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### Company Number: 12013019 (England and Wales)

### Year Ending: 22 May 2025

Company activities and impact

PART 1 – GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPANY’S ACTIVITIES AND IMPACT During the reporting period, the company continued to deliver high-quality creative and developmental opportunities for young people, with a particular focus on supporting those from underrepresented backgrounds to develop confidence, skills, and access to professional pathways within the arts and creative industries. Collectively, these activities increased access to professional creative opportunities for young people who would otherwise face barriers to entry, supporting confidence, employability, and long-term participation in the creative industries. We successfully concluded our Arts Council England-funded research and development project for DWMO. The project received strong and encouraging feedback from young people, teachers, creatives, and audiences. Participants highlighted the project’s positive impact on confidence, creative expression, and engagement. Constructive feedback was also gathered, particularly around how to further enhance the experience for both creatives and audience members. This learning will directly inform the future development of our work and strengthen the quality and accessibility of our programmes. We were also successful in securing further funding from Aspers Casino and Newham Council, enabling us to deliver an intensive music project for young people. Participants took part in weekly sessions where they wrote lyrics, contributed to music production, and developed their creative ideas collaboratively. The programme culminated in professional recording sessions at UD Studios in Stratford, giving young people first-hand experience of working as recording artists in an industry-standard environment. We partnered with Newham Music, based in Stratford Westfield, who provided rehearsal space in kind, strengthening local collaboration. Four professional artists worked alongside the young people, supporting both their creative development and their understanding of professional artistic practice. The resulting EP is now available on all major streaming platforms, and participants gained official performance and recording credits, supporting longer-term professional development. Our Founder CEO was selected from hundreds of applicants to become a Churchill Fellow. Her fellowship research explored the personal and professional development of Black boys, taking her to the United States, Africa, and the Caribbean. This research will be used as a catalyst to raise awareness of the educational experiences of Black boys globally, with the intention of influencing practice and thinking within the UK. A documentary based on this research is scheduled for release this year, extending the reach and impact of the work. Following another successful Easter programme, our young actors took part in a two-week intensive project working with professional Black artists from the entertainment industry. Workshops covered spoken word, improvisation, business and money management, mindset, and wellbeing. The programme concluded with a live performance of a newly developed play, I AM:TOBI BROWN, alongside a showcase where participants presented work of their choosing. This programme was delivered in continued partnership with the University of East London and Newham Youth Services. As a direct result of the project, we were able to offer paid professional work to four participants across two separate professional opportunities. We aim to increase the number of young people progressing into paid professional work in the coming years. Learning from these programmes will be used to strengthen future delivery, deepen partnerships, and increase the number of participants progressing into paid professional opportunities.

Consultation with stakeholders

The company’s primary stakeholders are predominantly Black boys, alongside a select number of girls participating in our programmes. We consult with these stakeholders directly through questionnaires administered at the start and end of each project. This allows us to understand their experiences, needs, and aspirations, as well as to evaluate the impact of our activities. Feedback from these questionnaires is carefully reviewed and used to shape the design and delivery of future programmes, ensuring they remain relevant, engaging, and responsive to the needs of our participants. Additionally, we consult with peers and professionals who work with Black boys globally. Their insights and professional experience inform our programme development, highlight best practices, and guide our approach to improving both the creative and personal development outcomes for our young people. As a result of these consultations, we have adapted workshop content, session formats, and support mechanisms to better meet participants’ needs and provide a more impactful experience for both the young people and the wider community we serve.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received in connection with the role of director during the reporting period. Payments made to the CEO/Director £3,205 were made solely in respect of freelance work as a creative artistic Director and not for services as a director. 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. Full details of any payments for freelance or consultancy work, where applicable and reasonable are provided in the company’s accounts for the financial year ended 2025.

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
17 February 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Natasha Cox
Status: Director