DEVON SCHOOLS LEADERSHIP SERVICES CIO
To advance education for the public benefit by supporting teaching and learning, leadership and community engagement in schools throughout Devon and South West England. Specifically, to be met through the provision of relevant training and development to ensure schools have the most effective leadership, pedagogy and support in place for the benefit of children, young people and families.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £39,829 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with total income of £280,282 and total expenditure of £240,453. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds total funds of £353,364, comprising £176,875 in unrestricted reserves and £176,489 in restricted funds. The trustees maintain that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity aims to maintain free reserves equivalent to 6 months of expenditure, currently estimated at £130k.”
“Devon Schools Leadership Services also provided Leadership Conferences to Cornerstone Academy Trust, totaling £4,065”
“Cornerstone Academy Trust also provides 3 laptops and IT support to DSLS employees under a rental agreement. Transactions during the year totalled £488” — page 35
“Devon Schools Leadership Services also provided Leadership Conferences to Cornerstone Academy Trust, totaling £4,065”
“Cornerstone Academy Trust also provides 3 laptops and IT support to DSLS employees under a rental agreement. Transactions during the year totalled £488” — page 35
Trustees
- Jonathan Paul Bishop OBEchair
- Georgina Alice Myles
- Isla Jane Johnson
- Joanna Caroline Hunter
- Kevin Hughes
- Matthew James Bowler
- Matthew John Shanks
- Moira Marder OBE
- Robert Coles
- Tom Arthur Hugh Briant-Evans
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £280k | £240k |
| 31/08/2024 | £285k | £226k |
| 31/08/2023 | £280k | £260k |
| 31/08/2022 | £277k | £248k |
| 31/08/2021 | £300k | £221k |
Common questions
Is DEVON SCHOOLS LEADERSHIP SERVICES CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £39,829 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with total income of £280,282 and total expenditure of £240,453. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds total funds of £353,364, comprising £176,875 in unrestricted reserves and £176,489 in restricted funds. The trustees maintain that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.