BENGER BEARS PRE-SCHOOL
Benger Bears Pre-School is set in the rural village community of Sutton Benger. At Benger Bears Pre-school we aim to provide high quality, affordable and accessible childcare to children aged two and a half to five, in a safe and supportive environment, and to work in partnership with parents in the provision of this childcare.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £2,236 for the year ended 31 August 2025, contrasting with a surplus in the prior year, due to a drop in child numbers and fee income. Per the trustees' report, total costs remained consistent at £63,937, while fundraising income was minimal at £1,509. The trustees confirmed the charity has sufficient funds to meet obligations for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“Fee income receipts totalled £59,752” — page 5
“it would be prudent to hold reserves of £18,000”
Trustees
- Jemma Garlandchair
- Alison Flynn
- Anna Parkinson
- Kaylie Oliver-Branton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £62k | £64k |
| 31/08/2024 | £74k | £66k |
| 31/08/2023 | £48k | £65k |
| 31/08/2022 | £73k | £70k |
| 31/08/2021 | £45k | £58k |
Common questions
Is BENGER BEARS PRE-SCHOOL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £2,236 for the year ended 31 August 2025, contrasting with a surplus in the prior year, due to a drop in child numbers and fee income. Per the trustees' report, total costs remained consistent at £63,937, while fundraising income was minimal at £1,509. The trustees confirmed the charity has sufficient funds to meet obligations for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.