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Leicester, Scotland Reg: SC053086 (Charity Commission) Sign up to see website
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43
Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
43/100 · methodology

About Kids Matter

Training individuals to run parenting groups for the parents and carers of children under10, with a particular focus on communities with higher levels of deprivation and family breakdown. Developing and providing training materials. and Providing ongoing support to parents and carers thus, equipping parents and carers to provide an environment in which children can flourish, reducing negative parenting patterns, and improving the wellbeing of families and the welfare of children. Everything we do is focused on the country’s most vulnerable children. We engage local churches to use our relational, evidence-informed programmes for families of all faiths and none in their communities. Skilled peer facilitators from these churches make long-term commitments to support families in communities across our country. By partnering …

Founded
Headquarters
Leicester, Scotland
Foundation type
CIO

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in United Kingdom
Program spending This charity: 88%
Peer average: 98%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 43
Peer average: 86

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Charity Commission removal, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every £1 goes

· FY2024 · oscr (FY2024)
£0.88
£0.12
Program£0.88
Fundraising£0.12
88% to programs beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Kids Matter has a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.

  • Its integrity score of 43 is below most of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • leadership details (present for 78% of comparable organizations)
  • third-party accreditation
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Kids Matter is a registered education nonprofit based in Leicester, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2024. Its registration number is SC053086. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 43/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £795K in annual revenue.

Kids Matter's official registration number is SC053086, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.

Kids Matter has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 43/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 43 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 88% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.

Kids Matter is located in Leicester, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2024 and has been active for 2 years.

Based on official tax filings, Kids Matter has £795K in annual revenue. It allocates 88% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 98% for education charities in United Kingdom. Fundraising costs represent 12%. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Kids Matter is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a CIO. It has £795K in annual revenue.

According to GiveRadar's records, Kids Matter is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. It reports that 88% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 98%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Training individuals to run parenting groups for the parents and carers of children under10, with a particular focus on communities with higher levels of deprivation and family breakdown. Developing and providing training materials. and Providing ongoing support to parents and carers thus, equipping parents and carers to provide an environment in which children can flourish, reducing negative parenting patterns, and improving the wellbeing of families and the welfare of children. Everything we do is focused on the country’s most vulnerable children. We engage local churches to use our relational, evidence-informed programmes for families of all faiths and none in their communities. Skilled peer facilitators from these churches make long-term commitments... Kids Matter is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2024.

Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 88% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 98%. Its annual revenue of £795K is comparable to the peer average of £994K.

Kids Matter is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), a legal form introduced by the Charities Act 2006 that gives a charity its own legal personality without requiring Companies House registration. CIOs are regulated solely by the Charity Commission and must file annual returns and accounts directly with the Commission. Its Charity Commission registration number is SC053086.

You can verify Kids Matter in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.

You can donate to Kids Matter directly through its donation page (https://kidsmatter.org.uk/wp-content/themes/kids-matter/template-parts/blocks/donate-options/donate-options.css?ver=1.0.0). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.

Donations to Kids Matter are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.

Kids Matter is based in Leicester in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.

Kids Matter was first registered in 2024, making it approximately 2 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.

Annual revenue
£100K-£1M
88% to programs
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Filing history

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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Staff & volunteers

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Employees
19
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Latest news

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
£0.8M revenue
FY2024
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Cause areas in United Kingdom

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Education this charity 87,646
Health 28,382
Religion 22,146
Arts & Culture 21,802
Community Development 10,738
Environment 5,683
Social Services 4,899
Youth Development 4,637
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Most common causes in United Kingdom

Causes charities work on most.

Education 54,780
Arts & Culture 17,729
Disability 17,106
Religion 16,671
Health 15,045
Poverty 14,062
Community Development 11,486
Cultural Heritage 8,526

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 17, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 17, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 7
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2024
Not available · 4
  • Named leadership
    Board and officer list not yet indexed
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Kids Matter

What is Kids Matter?
Kids Matter is a education cio based in Leicester, United Kingdom. Training individuals to run parenting groups for the parents and carers of children under10, with a particular focus on communities with higher levels of deprivation and family breakdown. Developing and providing training materials. and Providing ongoing support to parents and carers thus, equipping parents and carers to provide an environment in which children can flourish, reducing negative parenting patterns, and improving the wellbeing of families and the welfare of children. Everything we do is focused on the country’s most vulnerable children. We engage local churches to use our relational, evidence-informed programmes for families of all faiths and none in their communities. Skilled peer facilitators from these churches make long-term commitments to support families in communities across our country. By partnering with the voluntary sector, we are well-placed to provide affordable, accessible and highly effective interventions for children and families facing disadvantages. 'the advancement of education' The objects of the CIO are the advancement of education of parents and carers of children of primary school and secondary school age, including by: (a) training individuals to run parenting courses for the parents and carers of children, with a particular focus on communities with higher levels of deprivation and family breakdown. (b) developing and providing training materials. and (c) providing ongoing support to parents and carers, thus equipping parents and carers to provide an environment in which children can flourish, reducing negative parenting patterns, and improving the wellbeing of families and the welfare of children.
When was Kids Matter founded?
Kids Matter was founded in 2024.
Where is Kids Matter located?
Headquartered in Leicester, Scotland, United Kingdom.
What is Kids Matter's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £100K-£1M. 88% of expenses go to program services.
Is Kids Matter trustworthy?
Kids Matter has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 43 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 Kids Matter's registration number?
Registration: SC053086 (United Kingdom).
What is Kids Matter's website?
https://kidsmatter.org.uk
Are donations to Kids Matter 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.