LAWYERS 4 LEARNERS
We delivery public speaking workshops in state schools, delivered by lawyers and legal professionals. Our workshops follow the format of a mock trial to help pupils to be more confident speaking publicly but also to improve their critical thinking, argument forming, negotiating and debating skills. It is an opportunity for pupils to learn more about the law itself and careers within it.
Objects
TO ADVANCE IN LIFE AND RELIEVE THE NEEDS OF STATE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CHILDREN/YOUNG PEOPLE PRIMARILY THROUGH:A) PROVIDING SUPPORT AND ACTIVITIES WHICH DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS, CAPACITIES, AND CAPABILITIES TO ENABLE THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN SOCIETY AS MATURE AND RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS;B) WORKSHOPS THAT PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO BUILD CONFIDENCE, IMPROVE ORACY, PUBLIC SPEAKING AND PRESENTATIONAL ABILITIES;C) PROVIDING INSIGHT INTO THE LEGAL PROFESSION AND SUPPORT WITH ACCESSING WORK EXPERIENCE.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reports a net deficit of £1,170.17 with total liabilities of £5,272.92 exceeding total assets of £4,102.75. The trustees state that fundraising remains a going concern but acknowledge that reserves are below their stated policy target of holding 3-6 months of running costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Corporate Sponsorship £24,000.00”
“Net Position £(1170.17) We aim to have 3 - 6 months running costs in reserves in order that there is time for more fundraising or that the charity could wind down if the trustees see fit.”
“Fundraising remains a going concern however with a year behind us we feel more fundraising opportunities will be open to us.”
“Principal source of funds was our founding sponsor, Centrica, who accounted for around 50% of our income this year with two donations totalling £20,000.”
Policies the charity declares
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
From the charity’s annual return (Part A, self-declared)
Self-declared on the annual return for the financial year ending 31/08/2025
- Volunteers: 50
Trustees
- Caley Denis Alastair Wrightchair
- Michael Richard Schumm
- Watson Miller Pringle
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £37k | £33k |
Common questions
Is LAWYERS 4 LEARNERS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reports a net deficit of £1,170.17 with total liabilities of £5,272.92 exceeding total assets of £4,102.75. The trustees state that fundraising remains a going concern but acknowledge that reserves are below their stated policy target of holding 3-6 months of running costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds LAWYERS 4 LEARNERS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name LAWYERS 4 LEARNERS as a grant recipient include DR EDWARDS AND BISHOP KING'S FULHAM CHARITY.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR EDWARDS AND BISHOP KING'S FULHAM CHARITY | FY2026 | £5k | Grant to organisation |