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Poetry In Wood CIO

Also known as: Poetry in Wood, Poetry in Wood CIC

We run an accredited course through the Open College Network called 'product Design and development for people with learning disabilities and autism. This is basically art, design and woodwork. We also have Design studio for graduates of the course who work on commissions from the public

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Activities & Mission

We run an accredited course through the Open College Network called 'product Design and development for people with learning disabilities and autism. This is basically art, design and woodwork. We also have Design studio for graduates of the course who work on commissions from the public

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 Information

Latest Income
£115,994
Latest Expenditure
£126,553

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 109.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 109.1%
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
£115,994
£126,5530 / 5
2024
£132,164
£122,0600 / 3
2023
£144,191
£147,7010 / 5
2022
£172,302
£188,0260 / 5

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Frequently asked questions about Poetry In Wood CIO

What does Poetry In Wood CIO do?

We run an accredited course through the Open College Network called 'product Design and development for people with learning disabilities and autism. This is basically art, design and woodwork. We also have Design studio for graduates of the course who work on commissions from the public

How much income did Poetry In Wood CIO report in 2025?

Poetry In Wood CIO reported total income of £116k and reported expenditure of £127k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Poetry In Wood CIO registered as a charity?

Poetry In Wood CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 2020 as charity number 1192814. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Poetry In Wood CIO?

Poetry In Wood CIO is governed by a board of 1 trustee. The chair of trustees is James Thomas Newell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Poetry In Wood CIO operate?

Poetry In Wood CIO operates across 2 areas: Hackney and Tower Hamlets.

Is Poetry In Wood CIO a registered charity?

Yes — Poetry In Wood CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192814.

Details

Address
Poetry in Wood
Montefiore Centre
HANBURY STREET
LONDON
Registration Date
16 December 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5170933
Charity Number
1192814

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Trustees

James Thomas Newell Chair

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Poetry in Wood
  • Poetry in Wood CIC

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