Constitution
Constitution for Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD)
1. Name
The name of the Company Incorporated Organisation (CIO) is:
Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD).
Company Number 16785763
2. National Location of Principal Office
The principal office of GLEDFO LTD is at 128 City Road, London EC1V 2NX. United Kingdom.
3. Objects
The objects of GLEDFO LTD are:
Although we are a new start up company our aim is to advance education for the public benefit by providing access to free educational resources, lessons, and teaching support to children aged 5–11 within the UK who have been excluded from school or are being home taught and also those worldwide who have no schools available and lack access to learning materials, or equipment. At present that is around 61 million children, although some 8 to 13% are in conflict zones. Our later aims are to include pre-school and education for 11 to 16 year olds, together with further education into areas of higher edeucation.
4. Powers
GLEDFO LTD has power to do anything which is calculated to further its objects or is conducive or incidental to doing so. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Raising funds and applying them to the objects.
- Receiving grants, donations, and legacies.
- Acquiring, holding, and disposing of property.
- Partnering with NGOs, governments, and community organisations globally.
- Employing staff, engaging volunteers, and commissioning services.
- Translating, publishing, and distributing educational materials.
- Purchasing and distributing educational technology (e.g. tablets).
5. Application of Income and Property
- The income and property of GLEDFO LTD must be applied solely towards promoting its objectives.
- Trustees may not receive remuneration except as permitted by law and by the Charity Commission guidance once charity status has been obtained, until then we will run as a Not-For-Profit organisation.
6. Membership
GLEDFO LTD is a Not for Profit foundation and has no members other than its three trustees. Registration will be made available to those wishing to use our lessons free of charge, through the introduction of their email address only, once we become live in early 2026.
7. Company Trustees
- GLEDFO LTD has one CEO officer who receives no pay for their services.
- GLEDFO LTD shall have a minimum of 3 trustees.
- Trustees serve for a term of 3 years and may be reappointed.
- Trustees must act in the best interests of GLEDFO LTD and avoid conflicts of interest.
- All present established three trustees are British nationals.
- Our aim is to have seven trustees in total, 4 males and 3 females, or vis versa.
8. Trustee Meetings & Proceedings
- Trustees must meet at least 3 times per year.
- A quorum is 2 trustees, or one third of trustees (whichever is greater).
- Decisions are made by majority vote; the chair has a casting vote if tied.
9. Delegation of Powers
Trustees may delegate tasks to committees, staff, or volunteers but remain responsible for oversight.
10. Financial Controls & Records
- Proper accounting records must be kept.
- Annual accounts must comply with the Charities SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice).
- GLEDFO LTD shall submit an Annual Return to Companies House.
11. Benefits and Payments to Trustees
Trustees must not benefit personally except where legally permitted (e.g. reimbursement of expenses, professional services on arm’s length terms).
12. Dissolution
If GLEDFO LTD is wound up or dissolved, any assets remaining after the settlement of debts shall be given to another charity with similar charitable purposes, as agreed by the trustees and approved by Companies House.
13. Amendment of Constitution
This constitution may only be amended by resolution of the trustees.
Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy (GLEDFO LTD)
1. Policy Statement
Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD) is committed to safeguarding all children aged 5–11 who engage with its programmes. Many of these children lack access to formal schools and may be especially vulnerable. This age range is flexible to allow for expansion of services to a wider range of children.
GLEDFO LTD believes that:
- All children have the right to learn in a safe environment.
- Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
- Child welfare is paramount in all decisions.
2. Purpose
This policy sets out how GLEDFO LTD will:
- Protect children from harm, abuse, neglect, exploitation, and discrimination.
- Ensure safe use and distribution of educational tablets and digital materials.
- Provide clear procedures for responding to concerns.
3. Scope
Applies to:
- Trustees
- Staff (paid or unpaid)
- Volunteers
- Partners and contractors
4. Key Principles
- Zero tolerance for abuse or exploitation.
- Do no harm principle in programme delivery.
- Safeguarding in partnerships: all partner NGOs must have equivalent safeguarding measures.
5. Safeguarding Procedures
- Recruitment & Vetting: All staff and UK-based volunteers require enhanced DBS checks. International staff/partners must undergo local background checks.
- Training: All staff/volunteers receive safeguarding training before working with children.
- Reporting: Any concern must be reported immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
- Confidentiality: Reports are handled sensitively, in line with data protection laws.
6. Responding to Concerns
- Immediate safety of the child is the first priority.
- Concerns are logged in a safeguarding incident register.
- If needed, concerns are escalated to local child protection authorities, and (where relevant) the UK authorities.
7. Review
This policy will be reviewed annually by the trustees.
Trustee Code of Conduct (GLEDFO LTD)
1. Introduction
Trustees of Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD) are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity and act in the charity’s best interests at all times.
2. Duties of Trustees
Trustees must:
- Act only to further GLEDFO LTD's charitable objects.
- Comply with the Charity Commission’s guidance (CC3: The Essential Trustee) once obtained.
- Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence.
- Avoid conflicts of interest and declare any potential conflicts.
- Safeguard and responsibly manage the charity’s resources.
3. Code of Behaviour
Trustees agree to:
- Work collectively as a board, respecting majority decisions.
- Treat all board members, staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries with dignity and respect.
- Protect the reputation of GLEDFO Ltd at all times.
- Maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters.
- Ensure safeguarding is prioritised in all decisions.
4. Financial Integrity
Trustees will:
- Approve budgets and monitor financial performance.
- Ensure compliance with charity law and reporting requirements.
- Never use charity funds for personal gain.
5. Conflicts of Interest
Trustees must:
- Declare any personal, professional, or financial interests.
- Withdraw from decision-making where conflicts arise.
6. Breach of Code
Serious breaches (e.g. financial misconduct, safeguarding violations) may result in the removal as a trustee.
7. Agreement
Each trustee must sign a declaration confirming that they:
- Have read and understood this Code of Conduct.
- Agree to uphold it during their term as trustee.
Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD)
Case for Support
Education for Every Child — No physical School Required
1. The Global Challenge
61 million children between ages 5–11 have no access to schooling. Without education, they face poverty, exploitation, and lifelong disadvantage.
2. Our Solution
GLEDFO LTD delivers tablets preloaded with multilingual lessons covering literacy, numeracy, and life skills. Lessons work offline, with solar charging options, for children in remote or crisis areas.
3. Why GLEDFO LTD is Different
- Scalable
- Cost-effective
- Flexible
- Proven content adaptable to multiple languages
4. Impact
- Reach 3 million children by 2030
- Provide literacy and numeracy skills
- Transparent monitoring and evaluation
5. Funding Opportunities
- £10 = one year’s lessons for one child
- £170 = equips one child with a tablet and charger
- £1,000 = supports 5 children (although the figure could be nearer 25 with more siblings in the family unit)
- £20,000 = funds a community learning hub (100 children)
- Major gifts = country roll outs, translation, evaluation
6. Call to Action
Join us. Invest in education where there are no schools.
Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD)
Trustee Code of Conduct
1. Introduction
Trustees of GLEDFO LTD must uphold the highest standards of integrity and act in the companie's best interests.
2. Duties of Trustees
- Act only to further GLEDFO LTD’s main objects
- Comply with Charity Commission guidance (CC3) once obtained
- Exercise care, skill, and diligence
- Avoid conflicts of interest
3. Behaviour
- Work collectively as a board
- Treat all stakeholders with respect
- Protect the charity’s reputation
- Maintain confidentiality
4. Financial Integrity
- Approve budgets and monitor performance
- Comply with charity law and reporting
- No use of funds for personal gain
5. Conflicts of Interest
Trustees must declare any conflicts and withdraw from related decisions.
6. Breach of Code
Serious breaches may result in removal as trustee.
7. Agreement
Trustees must sign a declaration confirming they agree to uphold this code.
Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD)
Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy
1. Policy Statement
GLEDFO LTD has no direct contact with children but is committed to safeguarding all children aged 5–11 who engage within its programmes. Many lack access to formal schools and may be vulnerable.
2. Purpose
This policy sets out how GLEDFO LTD protects children from harm and ensures safe delivery of programmes.
3. Scope
Applies to trustees, staff, volunteers, partners, and contractors.
4. Key Principles
- Zero tolerance for abuse or exploitation
- Do no harm principle
- Safeguarding in partnerships
5. Procedures
- Recruitment: DBS checks and vetting for all staff/volunteers
- Training: Mandatory safeguarding training
- Reporting: Concerns reported to Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Confidentiality: Reports handled sensitively
6. Responding to Concerns
Immediate safety first. Concerns logged and escalated to authorities where necessary.
7. Review
Policy reviewed annually by trustees.
Global Education Foundation (GLEDFO LTD)
3–5 Year Budget & Financial Framework
Assumptions:
- Tablets £120 each
- Solar kit £40 each
- Content £10 per child/year
- Pilot: 4,000 children Year 1, scaling to 150,000 by Year 5
Projected Reach:
Year 1: 4,000
Year 2: 20,000
Year 3: 35,000
Year 4: 70,000
Year 5: 150,000
Summary Budget (£):
Year 1: 680,000
Year 2: 3,400,000
Year 3: 5,950,000
Year 4: 11,900,000
Year 5: 25,500,000
Total: 47,430.000
Funding Strategy:
Years 1–2: Seed grants, philanthropic donors
Years 3–5: Government, multilateral aid, corporate partners
Unit Costs:
~£250 per child over 5 years
Sustainability:
- Tablet reuse across children
- Bulk partnerships to reduce cost
- Explore corporate sponsorship