Ousa Limited
Ousa Limited advances education of the public through the provision of innovative information technology training relating to software development, telecommunications and coding.
Objects
THE OBJECTS OF THE CHARITY ARE TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT IN SUCH WAYS AS THE TRUSTEES THINK FIT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE ESTABLISHMENT, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF TRAINING CENTRES AND THE PROVISION OF COURSES TO TEACH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £1,035,530, resulting in total unrestricted funds falling to a negative balance of £1,843,117. The trustees report that future funding is insufficient to sustain physical operations, leading to a decision to cease the physical centre and reassess the viability of remaining activities. Despite these challenges, the trustees consider the charity able to meet its obligations as they fall due over the next 12 months.
What the accounts disclose
“Included in expenditure is £72,000 (2024 - £72,000) of salary paid to L C M S de Pontes, a Trustee.” — page 18
“The average number of employees, including the Trustees, during the year was 5 (2024 - 5). Included in expenditure is £72,000 (2024 - £72,000) of salary paid to L C M S de Pontes, a Trustee.” — page 18
“The Charity's policy is to set aside funds for special purposes or as reserves against future expenditure.” — page 5
“Following the year end, the Trustees determined that the funds available and expected future funding would not be sufficient to sustain the Charity’s physical training centre operations. As a result, the Trustees made the decision to cease the physical centre and significantly reduce the Charity’s cost base. The Charity has continued certain activities remotely on a limited basis, and the Trustees are actively reassessing the viability of these activities.” — page 4
“Included in expenditure is £72,000 (2024 - £72,000) of salary paid to L C M S de Pontes, a Trustee.” — page 18
“At the balance sheet date, included in other loans, is an amount of £2,480,000 (2024: £2,480,000) owed to a Trustees close relative. The loan carries an interest rate of SONIA pro-rata-die and £324,324 (2024: £196,926) of interest is included in accruals at the year end.” — page 23
“During the year, cash donations of £nil (2024 - £2,239,117) were received from entities controlled by a Trustee's close relative.” — page 23
“At the balance sheet date, included in other loans, is an amount of £2,480,000 (2024: £2,480,000) owed to a Trustees close relative. The loan carries an interest rate of SONIA pro-rata-die and £324,324 (2024: £196,926) of interest is included in accruals at the year end.” — page 23
“During the year, cash donations of £nil (2024 - £2,239,117) were received from entities controlled by a Trustee's close relative.” — page 23
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Campaigns and political activity policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Engaging external speakers at charity events policy and procedures
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Investing charity funds policy and procedures
- Investment
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 30/06/2025)
Trustees
- Lilian Cunha Monnerat Solon de Ponteschair
- Daniela Mastrorocco
- Sarah Philippa Bennett
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £594k | £1.6m |
| 30/06/2024 | £2.3m | £2.0m |
| 30/06/2023 | £265k | £1.7m |
| 30/06/2022 | £430k | £123k |
Common questions
Is Ousa Limited financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £1,035,530, resulting in total unrestricted funds falling to a negative balance of £1,843,117. The trustees report that future funding is insufficient to sustain physical operations, leading to a decision to cease the physical centre and reassess the viability of remaining activities. Despite these challenges, the trustees consider the charity able to meet its obligations as they fall due over the next 12 months. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of Ousa Limited earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £72,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.