Swimtayka

We provide free swimming lessons and drowning prevention education to underprivileged children who live along the earth's open water: rivers, lakes and oceans.

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Activities & Mission

We provide free swimming lessons and drowning prevention education to underprivileged children who live along the earth's open water: rivers, lakes and oceans.

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.

Show all 7 areas of operation

Country

Brazil Indonesia Jamaica Mozambique Peru Uganda

Local Authority

Bath And North East Somerset

Financial Information

Latest Income

£111,383

Latest Expenditure

£128,156

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 115.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 115.1%

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 2024.

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	Staff
2024	£111,383	£128,156	0 / 85
2023	£89,781	£105,749	0 / 86
2022	£111,755	£65,780	0 / 30
2021	£34,288	£51,303	0 / 30
2020	£32,549	£15,502	0 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Swimtayka

What does Swimtayka do?

We provide free swimming lessons and drowning prevention education to underprivileged children who live along the earth's open water: rivers, lakes and oceans.

How much income did Swimtayka report in 2024?

Swimtayka reported total income of £111k and reported expenditure of £128k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Swimtayka registered as a charity?

Swimtayka was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 December 2017 as charity number 1176079. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Swimtayka?

Swimtayka is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Alice Mary Bunn. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Swimtayka operate?

Swimtayka operates across 7 areas, including Brazil, Indonesia, Jamaica and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Swimtayka a registered charity?

Yes — Swimtayka is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176079.