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Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
12356173 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 March 2026

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 April 2025

End date: 31 March 2026

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Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

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

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Directors' report period ended 31 March 2026

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

Directors

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

Ms Samantha McCormick
Ms Susan Burns
Ms Emily Tucker
Ms Kate Edwards
Mrs Elizabeth Kenny
Mrs Claire McGinley
Molly Caton


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
29 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Ms Samantha McCormick
Status: Director

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Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

2026 2025


£

£
Turnover: 76,942 88,317
Cost of sales: ( 258 ) ( 543 )
Gross profit(or loss): 76,684 87,774
Distribution costs: 0 0
Administrative expenses: ( 74,845 ) ( 84,626 )
Other operating income: 0 0
Operating profit(or loss): 1,839 3,148
Interest receivable and similar income: 0 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: 1,839 3,148
Tax: ( 350 ) ( 598 )
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 1,489 2,550

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Balance sheet

As at 31 March 2026

Notes 2026 2025


£

£
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 20,897 51,202
Total current assets: 20,897 51,202
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 3 ( 15,855 ) ( 47,649 )
Net current assets (liabilities): 5,042 3,553
Total assets less current liabilities: 5,042 3,553
Total net assets (liabilities): 5,042 3,553
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 5,042 3,553
Total members' funds: 5,042 3,553

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 March 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 29 October 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Ms Samantha McCormick
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 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

    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. Turnover is reduced for estimated customer returns, rebates and other similar allowances. Sale of goods Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods has transferred to the buyer. This is usually at the point that the customer has signed for the delivery of the goods. Rendering of services Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs. Turnover is only recognised to the extent of recoverable expenses when the outcome of a contract cannot be estimated reliably

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment 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: Computer equipment: 33% straight line

    Other accounting policies

    Taxation: Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax. The tax currently payable is based on taxable surplus for the year. Taxable surplus differs from surplus as reported in the statement of comprehensive income because of items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and items that are never taxable or deductible. The company's liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period. Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable surplus. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable timing differences. Deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable surplus will be available against which those deductible timing differences can be utilised. The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting period and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable surplus will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period in which the liability is settled or the asset realised, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period. Deferred tax liabilities are presented within provisions for liabilities and deferred tax assets within debtors. The measurement of deferred tax liabilities and assets reflect the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Company expects, at the end of the reporting period, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities. Current or deferred tax for the year is recognised in surplus or deficit, except when they related to items that are recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case, the current and deferred tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

  • 2. Employees

    2026 2025
    Average number of employees during the period 1 1

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

3. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2026 2025
£ £
Taxation and social security 0 6,385
Accruals and deferred income 14,994 40,174
Other creditors 861 1,090
Total 15,855 47,649

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

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Company Number: 12356173 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 March 2026

Company activities and impact

Curious Motion enjoyed another successful and vibrant year. The Welland Activator formed the foundation of Curious Motion's work this year, and for the past three years. The project began in late 2022 and finished in March 2026. It was Curious Motion's first multi-year project and a significant step forward for the organisation: an opportunity to establish a sustained, year-round programme of dance and arts for health activity, to deepen relationships with the communities we serve, and to grow as an organisation in ways that would strengthen everything we do. This year we: Delivered 169 dance, movement and creative sessions. Supported 346 participants directly through our classes and workshops, with a further 1,288 experiencing our work as audience members. Introduced conversation clubs, a series of 'Curious About Dance?' workshops for disabled adults and their extended community, and explored new opportunities to share our work via performances. Began the development of our 'Shared Practice' offer for professionals, supporting 90 individuals across the NHS to deepen their professional development. Supported 13 people to volunteer on a regular basis with us. Highlights include: The first performance from our 'Brews and Grooves' older people's group. They created their own dance piece, 'Echoes of Us', and performed it to an audience of 350 people at Hebden Bridge Picture House. This was a significant moment, with one member saying: "My sessions at Brews and Grooves are very special to me, they are my 'happy place'. When we were asked to dance at Hebden Bridge cinema it was both terrifying and exciting. We rehearsed lots and supported each other and we were ready. The experience was amazing. The audience was great and I came away feeling so proud that in my seventies I still had something to give." Our inclusive adult performance company has also developed this year. Performances this year have included: The opening of the Common Ground exhibition at Everybody Arts in Halifax, celebrating Calderdale's diverse communities, in front of an audience of 200. A performance at Brighouse Methodist Church, reaching 60 audience members. A participatory performance at The Piece Hall in Halifax - one of the region's most iconic public spaces - reaching an audience of 250. Case study from a participant: Emily joined Curious Motion in February 2025 at the age of 72. Here's her story. "At 7 years old I was sent packing from a dance school. I was told that I had two left feet, so never tried to dance since. This was devastating as I really loved music and moving to it. My mum was Irish and everyone would gather together and play music, sing and dance. I became a wallflower trying to enjoy everyone else doing what I wished I could do." Within weeks of joining Curious Motion, Emily was performing with the Brews and Grooves group, and within months she had taken to the stage at Hebden Bridge Picture House: "It was a life-affirming, wonderful event with many groups and individuals involved. I felt honoured to be a small part of it." That experience opened a new door entirely. Emily joined the Performance Company and has since performed at Everybody Arts, Brighouse Methodist Church, and The Piece Hall, with Halifax Minster and Shaw Park to come. She has also become a member of Curious Motion's Sounding Board, helping to shape the organisation's future direction. Her journey from wallflower to performer to co-creator is, in many ways, the story of The Welland Activator itself. "People always thought of me as a confident, well put together person but that really wasn't true, it was a mask to cover my believed shortcomings. That has all changed thanks to the power of Curious Motion - my confidence is real; the sheer joy I get from every session has improved not only my mental health but my physical health. I have never been happier or healthier." Benefits reported from participants include: 95% of participants reporting experiencing social connection as a direct result of our programme. 95% of participants reported improvements to their wellbeing including increased mobility, reduction of pain, greater confidence, better mental health, and a renewed sense of possibility. This year we also brought together diverse communities from across the area, resulting in meaningful experiences that have developed an increased sense of awareness and belonging, strengthening community connection and local partnerships.

Consultation with stakeholders

Our stakeholders continue to be our project participants, the artists and practitioners we work with, our board, our partners, and the wider community of Calderdale, particularly residents in the lower valley and Elland areas. We have created robust processes to ensure we regularly consult with our stakeholders to obtain feedback, learn from their experiences, and shape our ideas. This takes place via informal conversations during and after our projects, creative activities, meetings, and one-to-one conversations. We also collate this information to report back to our funders and provide an overall evaluation of our impact. Our Sounding Board steering group has also continued to meet regularly this year, with 9 members attending. This continues to be an essential part of our development and strategic approach, ensuring our community leads our development.

Directors' remuneration

Please see our accounts for full details of directors’ remuneration. Samantha McCormick continued to be employed in the role of Artistic Director/CEO this year, with a salary of £36,750 pro rata at 3.5 days per week. Samantha was on maternity leave from April to December 2025. Total remuneration received this year was £12693. 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
29 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Ms Samantha McCormick
Status: Director