Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy
Also known as: Childhood First, Peper Harow Foundation
Childhood First (previously called the Peper Harow Foundation) provides integrated programmes of care, education and treatment to children and young people who are suffering the consequences of neglect and emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Activities are centered on five residential communities with attached schools and a placement and family support programme.
Activities & Mission
Childhood First (previously called the Peper Harow Foundation) provides integrated programmes of care, education and treatment to children and young people who are suffering the consequences of neglect and emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Activities are centered on five residential communities with attached schools and a placement and family support programme.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 64% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £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 | £11,612,641 | £11,067,438 | £10,978,381 | £12,542,627 | £5,834,000 | 206 / 0 |
| 2024 | £10,875,233 | £9,881,423 | £9,734,184 | £11,973,251 | £6,077,110 | 186 / 0 |
| 2023 | £10,003,406 | £9,830,723 | £9,625,808 | £11,065,090 | £5,497,000 | 188 / 0 |
| 2022 | £9,589,764 | £9,030,537 | £8,887,337 | £11,130,619 | £10,600,377 | 174 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,607,385 | £8,679,212 | £8,533,696 | £10,446,412 | £4,708,000 | 174 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy
What does Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy do?
Childhood First (previously called the Peper Harow Foundation) provides integrated programmes of care, education and treatment to children and young people who are suffering the consequences of neglect and emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Activities are centered on five residential communities with attached schools and a placement and family support programme.
How much income did Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy report in 2025?
Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy reported total income of £11.61m and reported expenditure of £11.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy?
Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy has a program ratio of 94.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy registered as a charity?
Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 May 1983 as charity number 286909. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy?
Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy 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 Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy operate?
Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy a registered charity?
Yes — Institute Of Integrated Systemic Therapy is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 286909.
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Also Known As
- Childhood First
- Peper Harow Foundation
- Childhood First
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated