COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
15440507 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 January 2026

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 February 2025

End date: 31 January 2026

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

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

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Directors' report period ended 31 January 2026

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 January 2026

Principal activities of the company

The directors must adhere to the Company's objectives, which aim to benefit the community. The objects of the Company are to carry on activities which benefit the community and supporting marginalised individuals, particularly asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants living in Manchester, who face challenges in integrating into their communities due to language barriers. Many of these individuals struggle to speak and write in English effectively, navigate online platforms, and often deal with stress related to isolation and employability issues We aim to empower them with skills which will eventually benefit the community and make the community a better place to live



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 February 2025 to 31 January 2026

Yolande GHOLA
 Nathalie TAKPAH

The director shown below has held office during the period of
1 May 2025 to 31 January 2026

Aron NATNAEL

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
20 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Yolande GHOLA
Status: Director

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

2026 2025


£
£
Turnover: 43,924 21,960
Cost of sales: ( 17,682 ) ( 10,541 )
Gross profit(or loss): 26,242 11,419
Distribution costs: ( 20,000 ) ( 6,302 )
Administrative expenses: ( 6,242 ) ( 5,117 )
Operating profit(or loss): 0 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: 0 0
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 0 0

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Balance sheet

As at 31 January 2026

Notes 2026 2025


£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets: 3 3,838 5,117
Total fixed assets: 3,838 5,117
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 17,682 6,404
Total current assets: 17,682 6,404
Net current assets (liabilities): 17,682 6,404
Total assets less current liabilities: 21,520 11,521
Total net assets (liabilities): 21,520 11,521
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 21,520 11,521
Total members' funds: 21,520 11,521

The notes form part of these financial statements

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 January 2026 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 20 October 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Yolande GHOLA
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

  • 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

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

  • 2. Employees

    2026 2025
    Average number of employees during the period 0 0

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 1 February 2025 5,117 5,117
Additions
Disposals ( 1,279 ) ( 1,279 )
Revaluations
Transfers
At 31 January 2026 3,838 3,838
Depreciation
At 1 February 2025 0 0
Charge for year
On disposals
Other adjustments
At 31 January 2026 0 0
Net book value
At 31 January 2026 3,838 3,838
At 31 January 2025 5,117 5,117

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

COMMUNITY UPSKILLING CIC

Company Number: 15440507 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 January 2026

Company activities and impact

Community Upskilling CIC Overview Community Upskilling CIC focuses on supporting marginalized individuals, particularly asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants living in Manchester, who face challenges in integrating into their communities due to language barriers. Many of these individuals struggle to speak and write in English effectively, navigate online platforms, and often deal with stress related to isolation and employability issues. We run workshops and community outreach programs to equip individuals with essential digital and employability skills. Over the past year, from 2025 to 2026, Community Upskilling CIC has made a significant positive impact on the community. We have trained more than 500 individuals to improve their English language skills, with 200 achieving fluency and securing part-time jobs. Additionally, we have helped over 300 people overcome social exclusion and stabilize their well-being. Our programs have encouraged many to monitor their blood pressure, and we have trained numerous individuals in CPR through our Cardiovascular Education Event. While our primary focus remains on migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers from African heritage, we also extend our support to individuals from Asian backgrounds, including those from Afghanistan, Iran, and Oman. Many of these individuals struggle to integrate into society because of language and digital barriers, or a lack of local connections and support. Our inclusive approach aims to foster community cohesion amid Britain's prevailing climate of division toward migrants.

Consultation with stakeholders

The company regularly consults stakeholders, primarily community members facing challenges related to English language skills, digital literacy, and overall well-being. These challenges often hinder their integration into the broader community. To better understand their needs, we conducted community consultations. After identifying these needs, we developed programs to gather feedback and assess progress toward our objectives. We have supported over 500 learners through our ESOL programs and regularly organize focus groups and outreach to engage community members.

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
20 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Yolande GHOLA
Status: Director