ACCESS FREEDOM EXPERIENCES CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
15829927 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 July 2025

Period of accounts

Start date: 10 July 2024

End date: 31 July 2025

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Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

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

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Directors' report period ended 31 July 2025

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 July 2025

Principal activities of the company

The principal activities of the company during the financial year were the design, development and delivery of community focused STEM, digital skills and engineering programmes. These included hands on learning in drone operations, CAD design, 3D printing, robotics, electronics, and practical engineering. The company provided workshops, outreach sessions, community events and structured programmes aimed at improving digital confidence, technical ability and access to modern technology for people of all ages. The company continued to work with youth organisations, schools, community groups and partner agencies to widen participation in STEM subjects, particularly among individuals facing barriers to education, employment or digital inclusion.

Company policy on disabled employees

Access Freedom Experiences CIC is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for disabled employees and applicants. The company recognises the value that disabled people bring to the organisation and is dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive working environment where all individuals can contribute fully. We actively encourage applications from disabled people and ensure that no individual is disadvantaged during recruitment, selection, training or employment. Where an employee or applicant has a disability, the company will make reasonable adjustments to working arrangements, equipment, duties or the physical environment to remove barriers and enable them to perform their role effectively. The company is committed to: Providing accessible recruitment processes and offering adjustments at any stage when requested. Ensuring disabled employees are supported with appropriate equipment, technology or modified duties. Reviewing roles and responsibilities to ensure they remain suitable as needs change. Promoting an open culture where employees feel comfortable discussing disabilities or access needs. Ensuring training, development and progression opportunities are fully accessible. Preventing discrimination, harassment or victimisation of disabled employees in any form. Where an employee becomes disabled during their employment, the company will work collaboratively with them to identify adjustments, redeployment options or alternative duties that allow them to remain in meaningful work. This policy supports the company’s wider commitment to inclusion, accessibility and community benefit, and reflects our belief that disabled people bring valuable skills, perspectives and strengths to the organisation.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
10 July 2024 to 31 July 2025

Simon Arnold
 Colette Deakin
 Maurice Cartridge

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
10 September 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Simon Arnold
Status: Director

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Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

13 months to 31 July 2025


£
Turnover: 33,505
Cost of sales: ( 16,090 )
Gross profit(or loss): 17,415
Administrative expenses: ( 26,245 )
Operating profit(or loss): (8,830)
Profit(or loss) before tax: (8,830)
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: (8,830)

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Balance sheet

As at 31 July 2025

Notes 13 months to 31 July 2025


£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets: 3 4,186
Total fixed assets: 4,186
Current assets
Debtors:   0
Cash at bank and in hand: 0
Total current assets: 0
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 4 ( 350 )
Net current assets (liabilities): (350)
Total assets less current liabilities: 3,836
Total net assets (liabilities): 3,836
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 3,836
Total members' funds: 3,836

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 July 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 10 September 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Simon Arnold
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 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

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost, net of depreciation and any impairment losses. Depreciation is provided on all tangible fixed assets so as to write off the cost, less estimated residual value, of each asset over its expected useful economic life. Depreciation is charged on a straight line basis as follows: Drones and drone equipment: 3 years 3D printers and additive manufacturing equipment: 3 to 5 years Engineering tools and workshop equipment: 4 years Heaters and electrical equipment: 5 years Computer equipment: 3 years Office equipment: 5 years

    Valuation information and policy

    The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Assets and liabilities are stated at cost unless otherwise indicated. No revaluation of tangible or intangible fixed assets has been undertaken. Stocks, if any, are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Debtors and creditors are recognised at their settlement values. Grants received in advance of delivery of related services are recognised as deferred income.

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

  • 2. Employees

    13 months to 31 July 2025
    Average number of employees during the period 2

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
Additions 6,278 6,278
Disposals
Revaluations
Transfers
At 31 July 2025 6,278 6,278
Depreciation
Charge for year 2,092 2,092
On disposals
Other adjustments
At 31 July 2025 2,092 2,092
Net book value
At 31 July 2025 4,186 4,186

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

4. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

13 months to 31 July 2025
£
Accruals and deferred income 350
Total 350

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

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Company Number: 15829927 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 July 2025

Company activities and impact

Access Freedom Experiences CIC delivered a range of digital skills, engineering and STEM focused activities designed to increase opportunity, confidence and inclusion within the community. Our programmes provided hands on access to modern technologies such as drones, CAD design, 3D printing, robotics and digital media tools, enabling participants of all ages and backgrounds to develop practical, transferable skills that support progression into education, training or employment. We worked closely with local organisations, youth groups, schools and community partners to ensure that our activities reached individuals who are typically under represented in digital and technical fields. Many participants had limited prior experience with technology, through structured workshops and supported learning, they gained new skills, improved digital confidence and increased their ability to engage with modern workplaces. Our engineering based sessions encouraged problem solving, teamwork and creativity, helping participants build self belief and a sense of achievement. Several individuals reported improved wellbeing, reduced social isolation and increased motivation to pursue further learning as a direct result of taking part in our programmes. The CIC also provided community events, demonstrations and outreach activities that helped raise awareness of digital opportunities and inspired young people and adults to explore STEM pathways. By making advanced equipment accessible at no cost to participants, we reduced financial barriers and ensured that people from disadvantaged backgrounds could benefit equally. Overall, the company’s activities contributed to a more digitally confident, skilled and connected community, supporting local resilience, employability and long term social benefit.

Consultation with stakeholders

No consultation with stakeholders

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
10 September 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Mr Simon Arnold
Status: Director