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East Lindsey Information Technology Centre

Also known as: First College

Operating in Lincolnshire, First College seeks to deliver high quality learning that raises participation and attainment, that meets the individual needs of Learners through collaborative partnership working and employer engagement. Specifically we deliver Apprenticeships, Traineeships and vocational training to a wide range of local people. Other activities include supporting unemployed people.

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Activities & Mission

Operating in Lincolnshire, First College seeks to deliver high quality learning that raises participation and attainment, that meets the individual needs of Learners through collaborative partnership working and employer engagement. Specifically we deliver Apprenticeships, Traineeships and vocational training to a wide range of local people. Other activities include supporting unemployed people.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,380,552
Latest Expenditure
£1,306,993

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 68.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 13% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 72.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 9% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 27.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 7% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0
Charitable Activities £1,005,514
Other Trading £374,974
Investments £64
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £950,425
Raising Funds £356,568
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£1,380,552
£1,306,993£950,425£872,494£861,66329 / 0
2023
£1,362,121
£1,721,128£1,387,695£798,934£792,34733 / 0
2022
£1,452,718
£1,350,180£1,036,673£1,157,942£1,145,77141 / 0
2021
£1,107,705
£1,172,870£924,004£1,055,404£1,042,56341 / 0
2020
£1,225,797
£1,390,033£1,123,929£1,120,569£1,106,89941 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about East Lindsey Information Technology Centre

What does East Lindsey Information Technology Centre do?

Operating in Lincolnshire, First College seeks to deliver high quality learning that raises participation and attainment, that meets the individual needs of Learners through collaborative partnership working and employer engagement. Specifically we deliver Apprenticeships, Traineeships and vocational training to a wide range of local people. Other activities include supporting unemployed people.

How much income did East Lindsey Information Technology Centre report in 2024?

East Lindsey Information Technology Centre reported total income of £1.38m and reported expenditure of £1.31m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is East Lindsey Information Technology Centre?

East Lindsey Information Technology Centre has a program ratio of 68.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was East Lindsey Information Technology Centre registered as a charity?

East Lindsey Information Technology Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 1984 as charity number 515473. It has been registered for 42 years.

Who runs East Lindsey Information Technology Centre?

East Lindsey Information Technology Centre is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul McCooey. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Lindsey Information Technology Centre operate?

East Lindsey Information Technology Centre operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is East Lindsey Information Technology Centre a registered charity?

Yes — East Lindsey Information Technology Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515473.

Details

Address
First College
Unit 3
Newbridge Hill
LOUTH
Lincolnshire
LN11 0JT
Registration Date
29 August 1984
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
515473
Charity Number
515473

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Trustees

Paul McCooey Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Lewis John Ducket
LOUIS HARMAN

Also Known As

  • First College

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