ST HELEN'S PLAYGROUP
To support the development and education of children under statutory school age by offering appropriate learning through play experiences for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, means or ability. We follow the national curriculum for early years education.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a profit of £15,416.06 for the year ended 30 April 2025, with total income of £77,354.55 against expenditure of £61,938.49. The trustees report that the charity is currently full to capacity but faces financial viability challenges due to rising rent and minimum wage costs, noting that lower attendance in the autumn term will severely impact future income. Accessible unrestricted reserves are reported as £20,147.56, held alongside specific funding and allocated reserves.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Charlotte Ayerschair
- Harvey Crane
- Viviana Botti
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/04/2025 | £77k | £62k |
| 30/04/2024 | £55k | £53k |
| 30/04/2023 | £59k | £50k |
| 30/04/2022 | £50k | £46k |
| 30/04/2021 | £36k | £40k |
Common questions
Is ST HELEN'S PLAYGROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a profit of £15,416.06 for the year ended 30 April 2025, with total income of £77,354.55 against expenditure of £61,938.49. The trustees report that the charity is currently full to capacity but faces financial viability challenges due to rising rent and minimum wage costs, noting that lower attendance in the autumn term will severely impact future income. Accessible unrestricted reserves are reported as £20,147.56, held alongside specific funding and allocated reserves. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.