The Wingate Special Childrens Trust
Also known as: The Wingate Centre
The charity provides inclusive facilities for residential and recreational activities which allow those with Special Educational Needs to participate in sport, recreation and residential short breaks allowing them to be active, improve their physical and mental health, build relationships, develop social and life skills whilst reducing the isolation and loneliness associated with disability.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides inclusive facilities for residential and recreational activities which allow those with Special Educational Needs to participate in sport, recreation and residential short breaks allowing them to be active, improve their physical and mental health, build relationships, develop social and life skills whilst reducing the isolation and loneliness associated with disability.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 60% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 931). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £556,537 | £546,401 | £513,647 | £1,195,019 | £159,456 | 25 / 5 |
| 2023 | £562,229 | £451,872 | £430,570 | £1,184,883 | £1,184,883 | 21 / 6 |
| 2022 | £335,969 | £346,258 | 0 / 22 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Wingate Special Childrens Trust
What does The Wingate Special Childrens Trust do?
The charity provides inclusive facilities for residential and recreational activities which allow those with Special Educational Needs to participate in sport, recreation and residential short breaks allowing them to be active, improve their physical and mental health, build relationships, develop social and life skills whilst reducing the isolation and loneliness associated with disability.
How much income did The Wingate Special Childrens Trust report in 2024?
The Wingate Special Childrens Trust reported total income of £557k and reported expenditure of £546k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Wingate Special Childrens Trust?
The Wingate Special Childrens Trust has a program ratio of 92.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 931 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Wingate Special Childrens Trust registered as a charity?
The Wingate Special Childrens Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 December 2021 as charity number 1197017. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Wingate Special Childrens Trust?
The Wingate Special Childrens Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Neil McCallum. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Wingate Special Childrens Trust operate?
The Wingate Special Childrens Trust operates in Cheshire East, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Wingate Special Childrens Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Wingate Special Childrens Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197017.
Details
Wrenbury
Nantwich
CW5 8ES
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Also Known As
- The Wingate Centre
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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