SMART SCHOOL COUNCILS COMMUNITY
We help young people to take an active role in their communities. We help them learn about democracy, teamwork, campaigning, project management and enterprise through taking part in inclusive school councils and other forms of collective action. To support this we provide resources, training and networking opportunities for young people and those who work with them.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity delivered a healthy surplus with unrestricted reserves rising to £82,691, exceeding its policy target of £60,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity operates on a going concern basis with adequate resources for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Sam Hockmanchair
- Graca Fonseca
- Jon Alexander
- Katherine Knight
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £265k | £192k |
| 31/07/2024 | £220k | £232k |
| 31/07/2023 | £228k | £248k |
| 31/07/2022 | £195k | £230k |
| 31/07/2021 | £230k | £166k |
Common questions
Is SMART SCHOOL COUNCILS COMMUNITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity delivered a healthy surplus with unrestricted reserves rising to £82,691, exceeding its policy target of £60,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity operates on a going concern basis with adequate resources for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SMART SCHOOL COUNCILS COMMUNITY?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SMART SCHOOL COUNCILS COMMUNITY as a grant recipient include UBS UK Donor-Advised Foundation.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UBS UK Donor-Advised Foundation | FY2021 | £75k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater London Authority | 01/09/2019 | £20k | Smart School Councils |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/10/2014 | £10k | School Councils Awards Haringey |