Space
SPACE is a Hertfordshire based charity supporting parent/carers of children and young people on the Autistic Spectrum, with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or a Neurodiverse condition.Providing:Exclusive Social Events,Support Groups, Workshops,Training,Conferences,Equipment Lending Library,Alternative Provision,Therapeutic Interventions, Pre Screening Services
Activities & Mission
SPACE is a Hertfordshire based charity supporting parent/carers of children and young people on the Autistic Spectrum, with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or a Neurodiverse condition.Providing:Exclusive Social Events,Support Groups, Workshops,Training,Conferences,Equipment Lending Library,Alternative Provision,Therapeutic Interventions, Pre Screening Services
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 81% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
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 2024 — The Westfield Pre-School (organisation 1042779)
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — Woodfield After School Club (organisation 3995542)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £986,512 | £1,035,468 | £1,035,468 | £258,879 | £258,879 | 22 / 15 |
| 2024 | £822,648 | £723,245 | £723,245 | £307,835 | £135,672 | 14 / 14 |
| 2023 | £456,085 | £425,676 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £352,471 | £265,047 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £154,168 | £131,015 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Space
What does Space do?
SPACE is a Hertfordshire based charity supporting parent/carers of children and young people on the Autistic Spectrum, with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or a Neurodiverse condition.Providing:Exclusive Social Events,Support Groups, Workshops,Training,Conferences,Equipment Lending Library,Alternative Provision,Therapeutic Interventions, Pre Screening Services
How much income did Space report in 2025?
Space reported total income of £987k and reported expenditure of £1.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Space?
Space has a program ratio of 105.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 81% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Space registered as a charity?
Space was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 March 2017 as charity number 1172178. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Space?
Space is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is LYN HEATHCOTE SHARIF. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Space operate?
Space operates across 10 areas, including Barnet, Bedford, Buckinghamshire and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Space a registered charity?
Yes — Space is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172178.
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