Space4autism
Also known as: S4a, Space
SPACE4AUTISM IS RUN BY A QUALIFIED STAFF TEAM/ PARENTS/CARERS FOR A PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE AND SHARE EXPERIENCES AND KNOWLEDGE. WE OFFER OVER 3000 ACTIVITIES PER YEAR FROM SOCIAL CLUBS TO A FULL TRAINING PROGRAMMEWE HAVE SERVICES FOR ANY AGE AND ABILITYWE OPERATE FROM OUR HQ IN MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE.
Activities & Mission
SPACE4AUTISM IS RUN BY A QUALIFIED STAFF TEAM/ PARENTS/CARERS FOR A PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE AND SHARE EXPERIENCES AND KNOWLEDGE. WE OFFER OVER 3000 ACTIVITIES PER YEAR FROM SOCIAL CLUBS TO A FULL TRAINING PROGRAMMEWE HAVE SERVICES FOR ANY AGE AND ABILITYWE OPERATE FROM OUR HQ IN MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 39% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 414). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% of UK Associations 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 — Field of Dreams Sports Club (organisation 3985628)
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — Space4autism (organisation 5014574)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £721,396 | £561,310 | £546,291 | £397,492 | £135,474 | 25 / 60 |
| 2024 | £585,413 | £579,478 | £563,981 | £237,406 | £141,336 | 24 / 60 |
| 2023 | £552,381 | £582,492 | £568,125 | £231,471 | £231,472 | 32 / 80 |
| 2022 | £750,902 | £489,320 | £475,001 | £261,582 | £93,136 | 35 / 60 |
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Space4autism
What does Space4autism do?
SPACE4AUTISM IS RUN BY A QUALIFIED STAFF TEAM/ PARENTS/CARERS FOR A PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE AND SHARE EXPERIENCES AND KNOWLEDGE. WE OFFER OVER 3000 ACTIVITIES PER YEAR FROM SOCIAL CLUBS TO A FULL TRAINING PROGRAMMEWE HAVE SERVICES FOR ANY AGE AND ABILITYWE OPERATE FROM OUR HQ IN MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE.
How much income did Space4autism report in 2025?
Space4autism reported total income of £721k and reported expenditure of £561k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Space4autism?
Space4autism has a program ratio of 75.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 39% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 414 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Space4autism registered as a charity?
Space4autism was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 2020 as charity number 1189689. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Space4autism?
Space4autism is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Pauline Girdwood. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Space4autism operate?
Space4autism operates across 2 areas: Cheshire East and Cheshire West & Chester.
Is Space4autism a registered charity?
Yes — Space4autism is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189689.
Details
15-17 MILL LANE
MACCLESFIELD
SK11 7NN
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Also Known As
- S4a
- Space
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated