ASSOCIATION FOR CITIZENSHIP TEACHING
We work to transform the lives of children and young people through high quality Citizenship and democracy education. We achieve our aims by supporting the education community with:teacher professional development, training, conferences and networking;resources, our journal and by sharing research;advocacy and policy influencing aimed at strengthening Citizenship education.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves were £642,584, which the Trustees consider an appropriate level against a policy target of six months' operating costs. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £153,891 for the year, with total net assets increasing to £1,581,653. The auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“The number of employees who received remuneration (excluding employer pension and NI costs) of more than £60,000 is as follows: £60,000 - £70,000 £70,000 - £80,000 Total as at 31 August 2025 2 -” — page 23
“The number of employees who received remuneration (excluding employer pension and NI costs) of more than £60,000 is as follows: £60,000 - £70,000 £70,000 - £80,000 Total as at 31 August 2025 2 -” — page 23
“Total income from donations and legacies was £573,421 (2024: £862,999)” — page 21
“The Trustees Reserves Policy was reviewed during the year and reset with the goal of establishing a minimum of six months operating costs.”
“Helen Blachford received £1,036 (2024: £3,024) in expense claims for travel costs, consultancy work and recruitment materials” — page 27
“Nanci Ellis received £2,400 (2024: £1,350) for consultancy work.” — page 27
“Helen Blachford received £1,036 (2024: £3,024) in expense claims for travel costs, consultancy work and recruitment materials” — page 27
“Nanci Ellis received £2,400 (2024: £1,350) for consultancy work.” — page 27
“Helen Blachford received £1,036 (2024: £3,024) in expense claims for travel costs, consultancy work and recruitment materials” — page 27
“Nanci Ellis received £2,400 (2024: £1,350) for consultancy work.” — page 27
“Helen Blachford received £1,036 (2024: £3,024) in expense claims for travel costs, consultancy work and recruitment materials” — page 27
“Nanci Ellis received £2,400 (2024: £1,350) for consultancy work.” — page 27
“Helen Blachford received £1,036 (2024: £3,024) in expense claims for travel costs, consultancy work and recruitment materials” — page 27
“Nanci Ellis received £2,400 (2024: £1,350) for consultancy work.” — page 27
Public-sector contracts awarded
| Buyer | Contract | Awarded | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department for Education | ECSC Framework - Lot 10 - Curriculum Subject Drafters (con_31631) | 01/04/2026 | £50k |
| THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION | Improving Democratic Education (Association for Citizenship Teaching) | 08/12/2025 | £185k |
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2025)
Trustees
- Helen Blachfordchair
- Asjad Mir
- HANS SVENNEVIG
- NANSI ELLIS
- Rebecca Louise Weighell
- Richard Glover
- SARAH MACLEAN
- Sera Shortland
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £853k | £700k |
| 31/08/2024 | £1.2m | £674k |
| 31/08/2023 | £1.0m | £640k |
| 31/08/2022 | £1.2m | £697k |
| 31/03/2021 | £114k | £98k |
Common questions
Is ASSOCIATION FOR CITIZENSHIP TEACHING financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves were £642,584, which the Trustees consider an appropriate level against a policy target of six months' operating costs. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £153,891 for the year, with total net assets increasing to £1,581,653. 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 Haines Watts Swindon Limited.
What does the highest-paid employee of ASSOCIATION FOR CITIZENSHIP TEACHING earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £60,001 - £70,000 band, and 2 employees earned over £60,000.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 22/08/2023 | £42k | Fraud Reform Programme Association for Citizenship Teaching (FRP-ACT) |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/07/2019 | £10k | Regional Citizenship Hubs |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 31/05/2005 | £61 | "The Association For Citizenship Teaching Will Use A Grant To Create A Programme Entitled 'Remembrance, Reconciliation And Commemoration' Tha" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/05/2005 | £1k | Remembrance, Reconciliation and Commemoration |