The Gambian Schools Trust
To advance the education of children and young people in The Gambia, West Africa, by the provision of funds, equipment and by offering training to teachers.
Latest income
£37k
Latest spending
£39k
Registered
2002
Accounts read
FY2025
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity remains with a positive bank balance and holds nominal reserves of £5,000 for emergency use. The trustees note that fundraising and donations are variable and uncertain, citing climate change challenges in The Gambia as additional risks.
What the accounts disclose
Reserves policy: Nominal reserves of £5000 for emergency use. (held: £5k)
“Nominal reserves of £5000 for emergency use.”
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Going concern: noted by the trustees or auditor
“Fund raising and donations are variable and uncertain. Climate changes bring additional challenges in Gambia eg storm damage, falling water levels.”
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Trustees
- CHRISTINE BROWN
- DAVID OLDFIELD
- HILARY LAWTHER
- LINDA MARGARET GUNN
- Paul Neimantas
- STEPHEN LAWTHER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/04/2025 | £37k | £39k |
| 30/04/2024 | £27k | £32k |
| 30/04/2023 | £18k | £33k |
| 30/04/2022 | £20k | £83k |
| 30/04/2021 | £14k | £4k |
Common questions
Is The Gambian Schools Trust financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity remains with a positive bank balance and holds nominal reserves of £5,000 for emergency use. The trustees note that fundraising and donations are variable and uncertain, citing climate change challenges in The Gambia as additional risks.