Fosse Bank School
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Fosse Bank School is an independent primary school and kindergarten for girls and boys from age 2 to 11.
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Fosse Bank School has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the Charity Commission.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 92% of the 78,357 education charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar holds 5 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2021. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 60 is below most of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far. Explore United Kingdom data
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- a website
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Filing history
5 years on file from Charity Commission (UK): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. FOSSE BANK SCHOOL is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.
FOSSE BANK SCHOOL is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
FOSSE BANK SCHOOL is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Leadership & board
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Trustpilot
Despite alerting BDO regarding bribery and blackmail committed by their clients At the Begbies Traynor Group PLC it has never appeared on their audited accounts or report to the Stock Exchange. The public demand transparency.
Trustpilot
The auditors bdo failed to investigate, as promised, a value for money review after braintree district council wasted taxpayers money. Bdc put parking restrictions in just before ECC and ringway Jacob's resurfaced skitts hill, after residents had been subject to extremely dangerous traffic conditions for 10 years. Due to mr butland leader and BDC breaking promises and intentions. NEPP also wasted taxpayers money by doing routine lining just before ECC and ringway Jacob's resurfaced skitts hill. ECC also did resurfacing twice because they did not do it right the first time. BDO showed no interest even though they audit the three organisations. They only show an interest if the waste of taxpayers money is many millions of pounds. Matthew White was supposed to investigate as suggested by the National Audit Office. He just regurgitated the same old stuff about they were not interested in a waste of taxpayers money unless it was millions. Not very good auditors especially as there ipswich office promised to look at issues under a value for money review. Promises broken.14 February 2021 NAO suggested taking my complaint about bdo through their complaints procedure but bdo remain silent. They do not carry out accurate or thorough audits. They do not work to ensure taxpayers get value for money. They are in the pockets of the councils that pay them with our money. They still sign off accounts even though they could be millions of pounds out. NAO and taxpayers alliance should intervene on taxpayers behalf.
Trustpilot
I have used BDOs P11d software for many years without complaint. This year, 2020/21, BDO released the software with a bug that prevented hybrid car benefit changes from being recorded. The support was hopeless. Several emails and telephone calls eventually led to someone contacting me several weeks later who took me through the submission process and identified the issue that I had already explained in email and telephone calls. It is now December and the bug to my knowledge has not yet been fixed. A partner at the firm has become involved and by way of compensation I have been offered 25% off next years software which I feel is derisory. Why on earth would a firm such as BDO try to aggravate a situation by offering such a derisory offer is beyond me. I am so incensed that I have posted this review. I would not recommend their software now that I have experienced the extremely poor support they provide and the penny pinching lengths that they are prepared to go to in order to resolve a bona fide customer complaint. Lengths that are more in keeping with a market trader than a so called professional firm.
Trustpilot
So apparently BDO can sign off accounts that are incorrect.When the errors are brought to their attention they can excuse this because their client provided false information.But they don't have to prove that they have been misled or correct the accounts that they signed off and use "Client Confidentiality" to hide behind.To cap it all off their regulatory authority aren't concerned either.In summary an independent accountants who are not interested in ensuring the work they do is accurate and when it is evidenced to them they have made a serious error they aren't bothered.
Trustpilot
This company informed me that I had a large refund due back to me for my having been overcharged by a different company. I responded back to them 5 months ago and AGAIN 2 months ago! I STILL haven’t had any communication back!I’m guessing that maybe THEY kept my $400???Thanx a lot for absolutely nothing!
Trustpilot
Utterly appalling! How can you 'work' for 6 months, charging extortionate fees, only to come out with the same result everyone knew the day they started? Please, how do you set up an administration company as it feels like these guys are stealing a living. Money they take from the pot is money customers who have had their lives ruined will never get back. Immoral, extortionate and a shambles. AVOID... Yes I am an angry Football Index user
Trustpilot
Dreadful service from start to finish for my father's probate. Repeated lack of response to emails led to huge delays. Then BDO increased their fees enormously midway through the probate process and refused to back down. BDO quote: 'we know our service is poor but if you won't pay the huge fee increase you can find another accountant '.
Trustpilot
BDO LLPBDO LLP announced a pay rise of 2.25% for most of its staff, a move that has sparked discussions among employees and industry observers alike. While any increase in pay can be seen as a positive step, this particular adjustment comes against the backdrop of soaring inflation rates, effectively translating to a real-term pay decrease for many workers.Inflation vs. Pay RaisesThe 2.25% salary increase, while well-intentioned, falls significantly short of keeping pace with current inflation, which has been hovering at much higher levels. Employees are finding that their purchasing power is diminished, raising questions about the company's commitment to its workforce and the financial well-being of its staff. With living costs rising across the board, many employees are left feeling undervalued and underappreciated.Profits vs. PayAdding to the complexity of the situation is the fact that BDO reported an impressive 5% growth in profits for the fiscal year 2022/2023, amounting to a staggering £935 million. This growth raises eyebrows when juxtaposed with the modest pay increase granted to employees. While the company cites investment in growth initiatives, refurbishments, and modernization as the reasons behind a decrease in shareholder profits this year, one must question why the financial burden appears to be disproportionately falling on the shoulders of staff.The Disparity in CompensationIt is particularly concerning that the 2.25% increase has predominantly benefited the lowest-paid staff members, while senior partners continue to enjoy substantial earnings, with many sitting on six-figure bonuses. Reports indicate that partners have been indulging in business-class travel and lavish corporate events, seemingly prioritizing personal luxuries over employee welfare. This disparity raises serious ethical questions about the company's priorities and its commitment to fostering a supportive work environment.A Call for ChangeAs BDO continues to invest in its infrastr
Trustpilot
Incredibly incompetent company.My employer uses BDO as a contractor, and from the moment they are involved, I know it will be long, hard, wrong, and sometimes illegal.They do not respect their customers's time, do not provide visibility, communicate badly, and charge extras for the additional work they create through poor service.At the beginning I thought it is one employee's problem, but apparently it is really the company-wide policy.To be avoided at all costs.
Trustpilot
What's happening?? My funds was deducted without my knowledge, and now it's viral that everyone is experiencing the same thing. Really?!
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- Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities · 3 disclosed in the public registry.
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Frequently asked questions about Fosse Bank School
Fosse Bank School is a registered education nonprofit based in Reading, England, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1995 and has been operating for 31 years. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 60/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £1M in annual revenue. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern. The charity has 10 community reviews with an average rating of 1.1/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 2.3/5 based on 11 reviews.
Based on official filings, Fosse Bank School has £1M in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 97% for education charities in United Kingdom. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Fosse Bank School is an independent primary school and kindergarten for girls and boys from age 2 to 11. Fosse Bank School is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1995.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Fosse Bank School. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
Fosse Bank School is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability.
Fosse Bank School's registered charity number is 1045435. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.
Fosse Bank School is located in Reading, England, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1995 and has been active for 31 years.
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Quick facts about Fosse Bank School
- What is Fosse Bank School?
- Fosse Bank School is a education charitable company based in Reading, United Kingdom. Fosse Bank School is an independent primary school and kindergarten for girls and boys from age 2 to 11.
- When was Fosse Bank School founded?
- Fosse Bank School was founded in 1995.
- Where is Fosse Bank School located?
- Headquartered in Reading, England, United Kingdom.
- What is Fosse Bank School's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2021 is £1.2 million. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Fosse Bank School trustworthy?
- Fosse Bank School has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Fosse Bank School's website?
- https://WWW.BDO.CO.UK
- Are donations to Fosse Bank School tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.