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Friends Of Conakry Refugee School

We support better futures though education by engaging with our partner school in Conakry Guinea, managing programmes aligned with our vision. We improve the lives of marginalised and vulnerable young people through the provision of high quality education in a sustainable and environmentally responsible way. We promote gender equality by supporting girls' access to and experience in education.

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Activities & Mission

We support better futures though education by engaging with our partner school in Conakry Guinea, managing programmes aligned with our vision. We improve the lives of marginalised and vulnerable young people through the provision of high quality education in a sustainable and environmentally responsible way. We promote gender equality by supporting girls' access to and experience in education.

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

Latest Income
£169,283
Latest Expenditure
£163,354

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 96.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£169,283
£163,3540 / 5
2024
£122,253
£111,8340 / 7
2023
£71,002
£68,1200 / 10
2022
£60,441
£128,5410 / 4
2021
£94,499
£51,0140 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Conakry Refugee School

What does Friends Of Conakry Refugee School do?

We support better futures though education by engaging with our partner school in Conakry Guinea, managing programmes aligned with our vision. We improve the lives of marginalised and vulnerable young people through the provision of high quality education in a sustainable and environmentally responsible way. We promote gender equality by supporting girls' access to and experience in education.

How much income did Friends Of Conakry Refugee School report in 2025?

Friends Of Conakry Refugee School reported total income of £169k and reported expenditure of £163k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Conakry Refugee School registered as a charity?

Friends Of Conakry Refugee School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 June 2008 as charity number 1124736. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Friends Of Conakry Refugee School?

Friends Of Conakry Refugee School is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Daniel John Watkins. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Conakry Refugee School operate?

Friends Of Conakry Refugee School operates across 3 areas: Guinea, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.

Is Friends Of Conakry Refugee School a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Conakry Refugee School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124736.

Details

Address
Gretton Mill
Cardington
Church Stretton
Shropshire
SY6 7HZ
Registration Date
30 June 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4039614
Charity Number
1124736

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Trustees

Daniel John Watkins Chair
Carol Jowitt
Dan Walmsley
Jackie Watkins
Jeanette Therese Whitford
Nigel Hankin
Also governs 2 other charities
RUTH DIANE WALMSLEY
TANYA CHRISTINE WALMSLEY

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