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The Branch

Also known as: St Philip's Project, The Branch (beeches Road and Neighbouring Communities House)

Established since 1979, we provide Ofsted Registered After School Care Clubs and School Holiday Clubs, for children aged 4-11 years, living and/or attending school in the Sandwell Borough of the West Midlands.

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Activities & Mission

Established since 1979, we provide Ofsted Registered After School Care Clubs and School Holiday Clubs, for children aged 4-11 years, living and/or attending school in the Sandwell Borough of the West Midlands.

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

Latest Income
£65,939
Latest Expenditure
£90,540

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 137.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 137.3%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£65,939
£90,5400 / 4
2024
£144,757
£150,3350 / 4
2023
£144,422
£150,0220 / 4
2022
£130,441
£136,7670 / 3
2021
£158,120
£122,8420 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Branch

What does The Branch do?

Established since 1979, we provide Ofsted Registered After School Care Clubs and School Holiday Clubs, for children aged 4-11 years, living and/or attending school in the Sandwell Borough of the West Midlands.

How much income did The Branch report in 2025?

The Branch reported total income of £66k and reported expenditure of £91k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Branch registered as a charity?

The Branch was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 March 1980 as charity number 509725. It has been registered for 46 years.

Who runs The Branch?

The Branch is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELIZABETH LAWSON-BENNETT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Branch operate?

The Branch operates in Sandwell, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Branch a registered charity?

Yes — The Branch is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 509725.

Details

Address
91 BEECHES ROAD
WEST BROMWICH
B70 6HG
Registration Date
3 March 1980
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
509725
Charity Number
509725

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Trustees

ELIZABETH LAWSON-BENNETT Chair
Loreen Lawson
Pauline Marshall

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • St Philip's Project
  • The Branch (beeches Road and Neighbouring Communities House)
  • The Branch

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30 July 2026
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