MATHEMATICS RECOVERY COUNCIL UK AND IRELAND
The MR Council promotes the mathematical education of people including children and adults who teach or support them. The main activities of the charity are training professionals in implementing the Maths Recovery Programme in their settings and local authorities, promoting research into children's mathematical thinking through conferences and professional development.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a surplus of £35,254 for the year, with unrestricted reserves increasing to £154,151. The trustees state that the charity can survive the next 12 months as it has no fixed overheads and holds reserves equivalent to approximately 37 months of operating costs. While the going concern basis is supported, the trustees note that rising travel and accommodation costs may negatively impact future income.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees would ordinarily aim to hold at least 6 months' operating costs in general bank funds.” — page 9
Trustees
- CHARLOTTE LOUISE MADINE BA NPQHchair
- Ashleigh Maw B.ED
- CATHERINE JANE STAUNTON-UNSWORTH BED
- Hannah McCafferty
- Jane Alexandra Craik
- Lynda Stewart BSc,PGDE
- Mary Rendle PGCE, MSc
- Roy William Grice
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £84k | £49k |
| 31/08/2024 | £126k | £79k |
| 31/08/2023 | £66k | £95k |
| 31/08/2022 | £91k | £77k |
| 31/08/2021 | £22k | £12k |
Common questions
Is MATHEMATICS RECOVERY COUNCIL UK AND IRELAND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a surplus of £35,254 for the year, with unrestricted reserves increasing to £154,151. The trustees state that the charity can survive the next 12 months as it has no fixed overheads and holds reserves equivalent to approximately 37 months of operating costs. While the going concern basis is supported, the trustees note that rising travel and accommodation costs may negatively impact future income. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.