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More Than Words Charity

Also known as: Mtw

Provision of Makaton Language Programme courses free of charge to any person that cares for a child in Kent with communication difficulties. To establish small signing activity groups to support families with young children already showing communication difficulties alongside establishing a range of regular and one-off inclusive events specifically centred on children in Kent with additional needs

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Activities & Mission

Provision of Makaton Language Programme courses free of charge to any person that cares for a child in Kent with communication difficulties. To establish small signing activity groups to support families with young children already showing communication difficulties alongside establishing a range of regular and one-off inclusive events specifically centred on children in Kent with additional needs

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£34,273
Latest Expenditure
£28,591

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 83.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 83.4%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£34,273
£28,5910 / 8
2023
£24,808
£23,6240 / 8
2022
£30,799
£26,7590 / 4
2021
£27,145
£23,6910 / 5
2020
£16,495
£18,3350 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about More Than Words Charity

What does More Than Words Charity do?

Provision of Makaton Language Programme courses free of charge to any person that cares for a child in Kent with communication difficulties. To establish small signing activity groups to support families with young children already showing communication difficulties alongside establishing a range of regular and one-off inclusive events specifically centred on children in Kent with additional needs

How much income did More Than Words Charity report in 2024?

More Than Words Charity reported total income of £34k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was More Than Words Charity registered as a charity?

More Than Words Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 2015 as charity number 1163379. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs More Than Words Charity?

More Than Words Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Hughes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does More Than Words Charity operate?

More Than Words Charity operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is More Than Words Charity a registered charity?

Yes — More Than Words Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163379.

Details

Address
20 Staple Drive
Staplehurst
Tonbridge
TN12 0SH
Registration Date
2 September 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5065811
Charity Number
1163379

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Trustees

Paul Hughes Chair
Helen Louise Warren
LESLEY MANNERS
Richard Mark Ebanks
VANESSA PILCHER

Also Known As

  • Mtw

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