Children First Derby
HIGH QUALITY FAMILY SERVICES:SUPERVISED CONTACT FOR LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN, ENABLING THEM TO SPEND TIME WITH THEIR FAMILY IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT. MENTORING SERVICE -VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE ONE TO ONE SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE FAMILY HOME, FOR VULNERABLE YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 10-16.FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICE - TRAINED VOLUNTEERS WORK WITH LOCAL VULNERABLE FAMILIES, EMPOWERING THEM TO MOVE THEIR LIVES FORWARD.
Activities & Mission
HIGH QUALITY FAMILY SERVICES:SUPERVISED CONTACT FOR LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN, ENABLING THEM TO SPEND TIME WITH THEIR FAMILY IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT. MENTORING SERVICE -VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE ONE TO ONE SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE FAMILY HOME, FOR VULNERABLE YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 10-16.FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICE - TRAINED VOLUNTEERS WORK WITH LOCAL VULNERABLE FAMILIES, EMPOWERING THEM TO MOVE THEIR LIVES FORWARD.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 79% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £506,006 | £528,228 | £522,795 | £269,674 | £226,817 | 20 / 40 |
| 2024 | £503,077 | £508,185 | £496,255 | £291,896 | £236,481 | 20 / 40 |
| 2023 | £437,637 | £441,877 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2022 | £394,003 | £377,718 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2021 | £295,022 | £274,355 | 0 / 45 |
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Frequently asked questions about Children First Derby
What does Children First Derby do?
HIGH QUALITY FAMILY SERVICES:SUPERVISED CONTACT FOR LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN, ENABLING THEM TO SPEND TIME WITH THEIR FAMILY IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT. MENTORING SERVICE -VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE ONE TO ONE SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE FAMILY HOME, FOR VULNERABLE YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 10-16.FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICE - TRAINED VOLUNTEERS WORK WITH LOCAL VULNERABLE FAMILIES, EMPOWERING THEM TO MOVE THEIR LIVES FORWARD.
How much income did Children First Derby report in 2025?
Children First Derby reported total income of £506k and reported expenditure of £528k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Children First Derby?
Children First Derby has a program ratio of 103.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 79% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Children First Derby registered as a charity?
Children First Derby was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 2005 as charity number 1111157. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Children First Derby?
Children First Derby is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Children First Derby operate?
Children First Derby operates in Derby City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Children First Derby a registered charity?
Yes — Children First Derby is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1111157.
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