West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited
Also known as: Kirkdale Industrial Training Services Limited, Kirklees Training Association Limited, K I T S
In accordance with its objectives formulated in the previous year, in the year ended 31 March 2023, the Trustees cemented the relationship between the Charity and Calderdale College with the grant of a 6 year lease on commercial terms. Throughout the year Charity's workshops, capital equipment and facilities were consistently used for the training of apprentices involved in manufacturing.
Activities & Mission
In accordance with its objectives formulated in the previous year, in the year ended 31 March 2023, the Trustees cemented the relationship between the Charity and Calderdale College with the grant of a 6 year lease on commercial terms. Throughout the year Charity's workshops, capital equipment and facilities were consistently used for the training of apprentices involved in manufacturing.
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 67% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 62% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Education 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 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 | £594,944 | £587,005 | £586,296 | £2,687,902 | £2,687,902 | 5 / 0 |
| 2024 | £510,772 | £513,889 | £512,731 | £2,679,963 | £725,408 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £402,991 | £489,049 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £143,488 | £388,645 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £130,209 | £1,112,931 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited
What does West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited do?
In accordance with its objectives formulated in the previous year, in the year ended 31 March 2023, the Trustees cemented the relationship between the Charity and Calderdale College with the grant of a 6 year lease on commercial terms. Throughout the year Charity's workshops, capital equipment and facilities were consistently used for the training of apprentices involved in manufacturing.
How much income did West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited report in 2025?
West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited reported total income of £595k and reported expenditure of £587k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited?
West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited has a program ratio of 98.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited registered as a charity?
West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 May 1978 as charity number 507573. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited?
West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANDREW MARK DENFORD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited operate?
West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited operates across 2 areas: Calderdale and Kirklees.
Is West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited a registered charity?
Yes — West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 507573.
Details
Kirkdale House
Armytage Road
BRIGHOUSE
HD6 1QF
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Education charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Kirkdale Industrial Training Services Limited
- Kirklees Training Association Limited
- K I T S
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated