First Rung LTD
Also known as: First Rung (1987) Ltd
Foundation Learning Programme, Job Centre Plus contract.We offer accredited training for;Adult Numeracy and LiteracyUsing IT E3 & L1Key SkillsL1 National Award Working with ChildrenNVQ L1 & L2 Retail and AdministrationNVQ L2 Child CareNVQ L1 & L2 Customer ServiceNVQ L1 in Sports & LeisureEmployability Skills & Personal Development enrichment activities & work experience.
Activities & Mission
Foundation Learning Programme, Job Centre Plus contract.We offer accredited training for;Adult Numeracy and LiteracyUsing IT E3 & L1Key SkillsL1 National Award Working with ChildrenNVQ L1 & L2 Retail and AdministrationNVQ L2 Child CareNVQ L1 & L2 Customer ServiceNVQ L1 in Sports & LeisureEmployability Skills & Personal Development enrichment activities & work experience.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £2,272,722 | £2,137,126 | £1,598,347 | £607,566 | £607,566 | 37 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,007,589 | £1,827,863 | £1,336,564 | £471,970 | £471,970 | 38 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,713,143 | £1,640,150 | £1,640,150 | £292,244 | £292,244 | 32 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,397,585 | £1,613,355 | £1,613,355 | £219,251 | £219,251 | 35 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,417,573 | £1,575,919 | £1,521,288 | £435,021 | £435,021 | 35 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about First Rung LTD
What does First Rung LTD do?
Foundation Learning Programme, Job Centre Plus contract.We offer accredited training for;Adult Numeracy and LiteracyUsing IT E3 & L1Key SkillsL1 National Award Working with ChildrenNVQ L1 & L2 Retail and AdministrationNVQ L2 Child CareNVQ L1 & L2 Customer ServiceNVQ L1 in Sports & LeisureEmployability Skills & Personal Development enrichment activities & work experience.
How much income did First Rung LTD report in 2025?
First Rung LTD reported total income of £2.27m and reported expenditure of £2.14m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is First Rung LTD?
First Rung LTD has a program ratio of 70.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was First Rung LTD registered as a charity?
First Rung LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 1989 as charity number 800614. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs First Rung LTD?
First Rung LTD is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does First Rung LTD operate?
First Rung LTD operates across 8 areas, including Barnet, Brent, Ealing and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is First Rung LTD a registered charity?
Yes — First Rung LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800614.
Details
197-205 High Street
ENFIELD
Middlesex
EN3 4DZ
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Also Known As
- First Rung (1987) Ltd
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated