Kids Out UK
Also known as: Kidsout
KidsOut brings fun and happiness into the lives of disadvantaged children. We do this by providing day trips, fun experiences, toys and books to those who might otherwise have none, throughout the UK, helping them regain some sense of normality while promoting wellbeing.
Activities & Mission
KidsOut brings fun and happiness into the lives of disadvantaged children. We do this by providing day trips, fun experiences, toys and books to those who might otherwise have none, throughout the UK, helping them regain some sense of normality while promoting wellbeing.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 82% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 35% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Rotary Club of Itchen Valley (organisation 292575)
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — New Life Community Church (leighton Buzzard) (organisation 4043319)
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — The Rotary Club of Glastonbury and Street Trust Fund (organisation 4014774)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £9,422,686 | £10,718,349 | £9,779,017 | £1,848,406 | £74,457 | 11 / 2870 |
| 2023 | £4,125,145 | £4,645,044 | £4,094,788 | £3,983,968 | £794,346 | 13 / 1376 |
| 2022 | £4,878,979 | £4,380,986 | £3,898,646 | £4,503,868 | £1,752,474 | 11 / 500 |
| 2021 | £3,539,270 | £2,576,640 | £2,474,589 | £3,704,523 | £1,714,853 | 12 / 20 |
| 2020 | £3,768,006 | £2,698,867 | £2,432,700 | £2,571,439 | £2,571,439 | 16 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Kids Out UK
What does Kids Out UK do?
KidsOut brings fun and happiness into the lives of disadvantaged children. We do this by providing day trips, fun experiences, toys and books to those who might otherwise have none, throughout the UK, helping them regain some sense of normality while promoting wellbeing.
How much income did Kids Out UK report in 2024?
Kids Out UK reported total income of £9.42m and reported expenditure of £10.72m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Kids Out UK?
Kids Out UK has a program ratio of 103.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Kids Out UK registered as a charity?
Kids Out UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 June 1999 as charity number 1075789. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Kids Out UK?
Kids Out UK is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Kids Out UK operate?
Kids Out UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Kids Out UK a registered charity?
Yes — Kids Out UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1075789.
Details
14 Church Square
Leighton Buzzard
LU7 1AE
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated