Heart Of Birmingham Vocational College Ltd

Heart of Birmingham Vocational College Trustees' report (including director's report) For the year ended 31 July 2025 The Trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 July 2025. The previous accounting period was a period of 11 months to 31 August 2024. The comparative amounts provided in the accounts are therefore not entirely comparable. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out In note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charitable company's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)". Objectives and activities Public benefit The Directors have considered the Charity Commission’s requirement in respect of public benefit. In their view, the charity meets, in full, the criteria to satisfy the test. The Directors' annual report describes the activities undertaken to further its charitable purposes for the public benefit. Our mission To provide an inspirational learning environment for person centred vocational education in a community-based setting, enabling learners to achieve exceptional outcomes. Our vision To empower our learners to prepare themselves for the next stage of their adult lives by providing them with transferrable skills that enable them to become purposeful independent Individuals and to find their place in their community. Our values Openness - we use a simple, open and honest approach Determination - we are determined to raise expectations and awareness, internally and externally Excellence - we aim for excellence in all of our teaching and learning Progress - we strive to develop the skills and knowledge of our learners and staff Respect - we recognise the value of each individual by promoting equality and diversity for all Empowerment - we empower our learners to meet their aspirations through learner led teaching and coaching