Koala North West
Also known as: Home-Start Wirral
Koala North West offers emotional and practical support to families. We aim to strengthen and widen the social support network of families. Volunteers, who are parents themselves are carefully matched to the needs of the family; they then visit the family at home, building a strong supportive relationship offering friendship, reassurance and practical help.
Activities & Mission
Koala North West offers emotional and practical support to families. We aim to strengthen and widen the social support network of families. Volunteers, who are parents themselves are carefully matched to the needs of the family; they then visit the family at home, building a strong supportive relationship offering friendship, reassurance and practical help.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £1,773,466 | £1,785,571 | £1,682,740 | £778,206 | £438,591 | 56 / 158 |
| 2025 | £1,661,392 | £1,633,019 | £1,487,344 | £790,311 | £455,477 | 55 / 183 |
| 2024 | £1,317,423 | £1,564,277 | £1,406,216 | £761,938 | £130,738 | 55 / 189 |
| 2023 | £1,712,668 | £1,343,518 | £1,215,109 | £1,008,792 | £313,655 | 53 / 145 |
| 2022 | £1,085,011 | £1,006,968 | £898,783 | £639,642 | £203,129 | 40 / 140 |
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Frequently asked questions about Koala North West
What does Koala North West do?
Koala North West offers emotional and practical support to families. We aim to strengthen and widen the social support network of families. Volunteers, who are parents themselves are carefully matched to the needs of the family; they then visit the family at home, building a strong supportive relationship offering friendship, reassurance and practical help.
How much income did Koala North West report in 2026?
Koala North West reported total income of £1.77m and reported expenditure of £1.79m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Koala North West registered as a charity?
Koala North West was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 December 2010 as charity number 1139517. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Koala North West?
Koala North West 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 Koala North West operate?
Koala North West operates across 9 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Halton and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Koala North West a registered charity?
Yes — Koala North West is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139517.
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Also Known As
- Home-Start Wirral
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- 2 November 2026
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