Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats)
Also known as: Supporting West Africa Through Schooling, Swats
To advance the education of the pupils at the Evans Primary School, Freetown, Sierra Leone, by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities for education at the school. To promote or support the education of people in West Africa by awarding scholarships, maintenance allowances or grants tenable at any school, university, college or institution of higher or further education.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the pupils at the Evans Primary School, Freetown, Sierra Leone, by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities for education at the school. To promote or support the education of people in West Africa by awarding scholarships, maintenance allowances or grants tenable at any school, university, college or institution of higher or further education.
Grants
Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £11,141
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people of a particular ethnic or racial origin
- What it supports
- education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty and overseas aid or famine relief
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £8,705 | £11,141 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £10,500 | £14,282 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £12,821 | £12,007 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £6,169 | £11,623 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £10,901 | £8,943 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats)
What does Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) do?
To advance the education of the pupils at the Evans Primary School, Freetown, Sierra Leone, by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities for education at the school. To promote or support the education of people in West Africa by awarding scholarships, maintenance allowances or grants tenable at any school, university, college or institution of higher or further education.
How much income did Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) report in 2025?
Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) reported total income of £9k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) registered as a charity?
Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 December 2014 as charity number 1159662. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats)?
Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is RUTH HANDCOCK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) operate?
Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) operates across 14 areas, including Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana and 11 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) a registered charity?
Yes — Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (swats) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159662.
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Trustees
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Also Known As
- Supporting West Africa Through Schooling
- Swats
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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