Pursuing Independent Paths
Also known as: Pip
Pursuing Independent Paths works together with adults with a learning disability and autism to develop people's vocational and life skills and achieve their ambitions. Our learners design their own self-directed learning programme, consisting of four pathways: Creative and Performing Arts, Employment and Training, Health and Wellbeing and Independent Living Skills.
Activities & Mission
Pursuing Independent Paths works together with adults with a learning disability and autism to develop people's vocational and life skills and achieve their ambitions. Our learners design their own self-directed learning programme, consisting of four pathways: Creative and Performing Arts, Employment and Training, Health and Wellbeing and Independent Living Skills.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £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 | £1,791,154 | £1,800,647 | £1,692,788 | £1,056,470 | £1,056,470 | 37 / 60 |
| 2024 | £1,486,081 | £1,413,828 | £1,315,333 | £1,065,963 | £1,065,963 | 32 / 65 |
| 2023 | £1,353,051 | £1,340,468 | £1,250,911 | £993,710 | £993,710 | 29 / 62 |
| 2022 | £1,456,326 | £1,214,339 | £1,119,009 | £981,127 | £981,127 | 26 / 60 |
| 2021 | £1,182,138 | £1,083,465 | £995,131 | £739,140 | £427,899 | 22 / 75 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Pursuing Independent Paths
What does Pursuing Independent Paths do?
Pursuing Independent Paths works together with adults with a learning disability and autism to develop people's vocational and life skills and achieve their ambitions. Our learners design their own self-directed learning programme, consisting of four pathways: Creative and Performing Arts, Employment and Training, Health and Wellbeing and Independent Living Skills.
How much income did Pursuing Independent Paths report in 2025?
Pursuing Independent Paths reported total income of £1.79m and reported expenditure of £1.80m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Pursuing Independent Paths?
Pursuing Independent Paths 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 £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Pursuing Independent Paths registered as a charity?
Pursuing Independent Paths was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 2001 as charity number 1088592. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Pursuing Independent Paths?
Pursuing Independent Paths is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Pursuing Independent Paths operate?
Pursuing Independent Paths operates across 3 areas: Brent, City Of Westminster and Kensington And Chelsea.
Is Pursuing Independent Paths a registered charity?
Yes — Pursuing Independent Paths is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088592.
Details
306 Kensal Road
LONDON
W10 5BE
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated