SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY CIO
To support the religious and other charitable works carried on by the members of the Congregation and to care for those members throughout their lives within the Congregation. These ministries of the Sisters of the Congregation, all of which benefit numerous members of the general public, fall into the following main areas: Health, Education, Pastoral ministry and overseas outreach.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £2,613,793 for the year, resulting in total reserves falling from £29.0 million to £26.4 million. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted general funds of £1.4 million remain within the stated reserves policy target of three to six months' projected expenditure. The auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“There was one employee who earned between £60,000 and £70,000 per annum (excluding employer’s pension contributions but including taxable benefits) during the year” — page 47
“There was one employee who earned between £60,000 and £70,000 per annum” — page 47
“The trustees consider that, given the nature of the charity’s work going forward in respect to it’s ministry and the provision of care, the level of free reserves should be between 3 and 6 months’ projected expenditure (i.e. approximately £1.35m to £2.7m).”
“The charity made donations of £1,514,210 (2024 - £1,293,869) to its connected charity in Ireland, the majority of which were used to assist with the ongoing living and care costs of sisters in Ireland along with support of the Irish Charitable Trust and its governance.”
“The Charitable Fund paid the CIO £145,000 (2024 - £151,000 ) in the year as a rental for the 2 schools buildings occupied under licence by the 1983 Charitable Fund.” — page 54
“The charity made donations of £1,514,210 (2024 - £1,293,869) to its connected charity in Ireland, the majority of which were used to assist with the ongoing living and care costs of sisters in Ireland along with support of the Irish Charitable Trust and its governance.”
“The Charitable Fund paid the CIO £145,000 (2024 - £151,000 ) in the year as a rental for the 2 schools buildings occupied under licence by the 1983 Charitable Fund.” — page 54
“The charity made donations of £1,514,210 (2024 - £1,293,869) to its connected charity in Ireland, the majority of which were used to assist with the ongoing living and care costs of sisters in Ireland along with support of the Irish Charitable Trust and its governance.”
“The Charitable Fund paid the CIO £145,000 (2024 - £151,000 ) in the year as a rental for the 2 schools buildings occupied under licence by the 1983 Charitable Fund.” — page 54
“The charity made donations of £1,514,210 (2024 - £1,293,869) to its connected charity in Ireland, the majority of which were used to assist with the ongoing living and care costs of sisters in Ireland along with support of the Irish Charitable Trust and its governance.”
“The Charitable Fund paid the CIO £145,000 (2024 - £151,000 ) in the year as a rental for the 2 schools buildings occupied under licence by the 1983 Charitable Fund.” — page 54
“The charity made donations of £1,514,210 (2024 - £1,293,869) to its connected charity in Ireland, the majority of which were used to assist with the ongoing living and care costs of sisters in Ireland along with support of the Irish Charitable Trust and its governance.”
“The Charitable Fund paid the CIO £145,000 (2024 - £151,000 ) in the year as a rental for the 2 schools buildings occupied under licence by the 1983 Charitable Fund.” — page 54
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Care Quality Commission ratings
- Marian House Care Home: Good
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (20/08/2019)
Trustees
- Sister Elizabeth Dawson
- Sister Elizabeth Mooney
- Sister Julie Anne Rose
- Sister Mary Dargie
- Sister Mwalula Yvonne Mwila
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £2.7m | £5.4m |
| 31/03/2024 | £4.8m | £4.7m |
| 31/03/2023 | £2.4m | £4.5m |
| 31/03/2022 | £3.8m | £4.5m |
| 31/03/2021 | £4.9m | £4.9m |
Common questions
Is SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £2,613,793 for the year, resulting in total reserves falling from £29.0 million to £26.4 million. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted general funds of £1.4 million remain within the stated reserves policy target of three to six months' projected expenditure. The auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Buzzacott Audit LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY CIO earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £60,001 - £70,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY CIO | £2.7m | £60,001 - £70,000 | 1 | within | — | no doubt |
| THE CHARITY OF THE SISTERS OF CHRIST CIO | £315k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEART OF SAINT JACUT | £238k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| TRUST PROPERTY HELD IN CONNECTION WITH THE ENGLISH PROVINCE OF THE CONGREGATION OF CHRISTIAN BROTHERS | £1.7m | £60,001 - £70,000 | 1 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CONGREGATION OF THE SISTERS OF SAINT ANNE | £429k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| TRUST PROPERTY HELD IN CONNEXION WITH THE SISTERS OF THE HOLY FAMILY OF BORDEAUX | £1.5m | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |