HIGHGATE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH
The CIO is responsible for the work and activities of Highgate International Church, based at 272 Archway Road, Highgate, N6 5AU. The church advances Christianity in accordance with its statement of faith, mainly in Highgate and Crouch End, but also through the work of missionaries and missions which it supports in a number of other countries.
Objects
THE OBJECT OF THE CIO IS TO ADVANCE CHRISTIAN FAITH AND EDUCATION GENERALLY (INCLUDING BY THE WORSHIP OF GOD, THE INSTRUCTION AND EDIFICATION OF CHRISTIANS, THE CARE AND CHRISTIAN INSTRUCTION OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND CHILDREN, THE EVANGELISATION OF NON-CHRISTIANS, AND THE RELIEF OF SICKNESS AND POVERTY) IN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND ABROAD FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATEMENT OF BELIEFS IN THE SCHEDULE HERETO IN NORTH LONDON AND IN SUCH OTHER PARTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM OR THE WORLD AS THE CHARITY TRUSTEES MAY FROM TIME TO TIME THINK FIT.NOTHING IN THIS CONSTITUTION SHALL AUTHORISE AN APPLICATION OF THE PROPERTY OF THE CLO FOR THE PURPOSES WHICH ARE NOT CHARITABLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 7 OF THE CHARITIES AND TRUSTEE INVESTMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 2005 AND SECTION 2 OF THE CHARITIES ACT (NORTHERN IRELAND) 2008.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a significant deficit of £49,643 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total net assets. The trustees acknowledge that free reserves of £54,266 are currently below the stated policy target of £80,000, though they maintain that financial needs will be provided as they arise.
What the accounts disclose
“The CIO’s free reserves currently stand below the level set in the reserves policy. Trustees acknowledge this shortfall and are monitoring cash flow closely to ensure that essential commitments can be met.” — page 8
“Paula Millard, a trustee, is to receive total fees of £100 (2024: £700) for the time spent in preparing minutes of Trustees’ meetings in 2024-25.” — page 17
“Paula Millard, a trustee, is to receive total fees of £100 (2024: £700) for the time spent in preparing minutes of Trustees’ meetings in 2024-25. The Trustees are satisfied that these payments are empowered by clause 6 of the CIO’s constitution and are lawful under the terms of ss. 185–188 of the Charities Act 2011.” — page 17
“Mark Davies and Alistair Hornal, key management personnel, provide ministry support to the church at 272 Archway Road. As both now live at a distance from London, when they are visiting for ministry purposes, they receive contributions towards travel expenses and free use of the accommodation that the CIO has available.” — page 17
“Paula Millard, a trustee, is to receive total fees of £100 (2024: £700) for the time spent in preparing minutes of Trustees’ meetings in 2024-25. The Trustees are satisfied that these payments are empowered by clause 6 of the CIO’s constitution and are lawful under the terms of ss. 185–188 of the Charities Act 2011.” — page 17
“Mark Davies and Alistair Hornal, key management personnel, provide ministry support to the church at 272 Archway Road. As both now live at a distance from London, when they are visiting for ministry purposes, they receive contributions towards travel expenses and free use of the accommodation that the CIO has available.” — page 17
“Paula Millard, a trustee, is to receive total fees of £100 (2024: £700) for the time spent in preparing minutes of Trustees’ meetings in 2024-25. The Trustees are satisfied that these payments are empowered by clause 6 of the CIO’s constitution and are lawful under the terms of ss. 185–188 of the Charities Act 2011.” — page 17
“Mark Davies and Alistair Hornal, key management personnel, provide ministry support to the church at 272 Archway Road. As both now live at a distance from London, when they are visiting for ministry purposes, they receive contributions towards travel expenses and free use of the accommodation that the CIO has available.” — page 17
Policies the charity declares
- Conflicting interests
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Dr NEIL WILLIAM SUMMERTON CB
- Dr Stephen John McQuoid
- Michael James Hall
- Mobayode Yoloye
- Patricia Kude Chinyoka
- Paula Christine Millard
- Roger Compton
- Sean Benedict Holmes
- TREVOR CURRIE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £82k | £132k |
| 31/03/2024 | £77k | £83k |
| 31/03/2023 | £72k | £81k |
| 31/03/2022 | £76k | £86k |
Common questions
Is HIGHGATE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a significant deficit of £49,643 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total net assets. The trustees acknowledge that free reserves of £54,266 are currently below the stated policy target of £80,000, though they maintain that financial needs will be provided as they arise. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.