EQUALS (ENTITLEMENT AND QUALITY EDUCATION FOR PUPILS WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES
EQUALS is a national organisation that endeavours to ensure high standards of education for pupils with learning difficulties. EQUALS main activities involve organising national conferences, best practice workshops, producing curriculum guidance materials and resources for teachers, setting up curriculum workshops for teachers and providing consultancy to individual schools and Local Authorities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £84,552 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted reserves carried forward totalling £283,565. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, indicating a stable financial position without material uncertainties.
What the accounts disclose
“Maintain the smooth running of the Charity. Facilitate the development of new Equals initiatives and projects which effectively support the work of our members. Provide to our members publications, training and conferences at prices below those of solely profit- making organisations.”
“During the year expenses amounting to £31,156 (2024 - £31,921) were claimed by trustees in respect of costs incurred on behalf of the charity. There were no related party transactions in the year.” — page 16
Trustees
- Alistair Crawford
- Cheryl Gaughan
- James Waller
- Joanna Williams
- Joy Dawson
- Kate Campbell
- Kris Williams
- Lila Kossyvaki
- PETER IMRAY
- Trish Turner
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £321k | £237k |
| 31/08/2024 | £266k | £224k |
| 31/08/2023 | £223k | £190k |
| 31/08/2022 | £159k | £158k |
| 31/08/2021 | £119k | £98k |
Common questions
Is EQUALS (ENTITLEMENT AND QUALITY EDUCATION FOR PUPILS WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £84,552 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted reserves carried forward totalling £283,565. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, indicating a stable financial position without material uncertainties. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.