Estudiantes CIO

Overview

Estudiantes CIO is a UK-based charity registered with the Charity Commission under number 1204385. The organization is centered in Tottenham, North London, and focuses on using sports to enhance education and improve life chances for young people.

Activities

• Education and Sport Integration: Estudiantes CIO uses high-quality, inclusive, and free sports provision to encourage young people to excel in their education. The charity emphasizes academic improvement through a combination of sports engagement and educational support.
• Academic Support Programs: The charity provides tailored math and English tuition, monitors school attendance and engagement, and offers volunteer placements.
• Sports Development: It conducts weekly sessions in football, futsal, and table tennis and supports participants in competitive match-play. Additionally, it offers coaching and refereeing training opportunities.

Governance and Operations

• Charity Registration: Estudiantes CIO was registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) on 17 August 2023. It was previously known as Estudiantes CIC.
• Governance Practices: The charity adheres to practices such as complaints handling, managing conflicting interests, risk management, and safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries.
• Trusteeship: The organization is governed by a board of trustees.

Impact and Recognition

Estudiantes has gained recognition for its impactful work in using sports as a tool for educational improvement and social development. It has been praised by organizations such as the Amateur Football Association and the London Football Association for its positive impact on the local community. In the academic year 2023/2024, participants in the Estudiantes program achieved an impressive average success rate in their study programs.