DIGBY VILLAGE PLAYGROUP
Digby Village Preschool provides early years education and child care for 2 to 4 year olds in a friendly and stimulating environment, offering government funded places from the age of 2, operating from within Digby Church of England Primary School. A not-for-profit organisation it is managed by a volunteer committee but employs experienced child care professionals to undertake the daily running.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £25,838.00 for the year ended 31st August 2025, with total income of £92,985.76 exceeding total expenditure of £67,147.76. Free reserves increased from £20,525.30 to £53,427.34 over the period. The filing does not disclose any reserves policy, material uncertainties, or risks to continuing operations.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Lisa Leechair
- Donna Cottrell
- Owen Jones
- Tom Ironmonger
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £93k | £67k |
| 31/08/2024 | £67k | £50k |
| 31/08/2023 | £51k | £54k |
| 31/08/2022 | £48k | £49k |
| 31/08/2021 | £39k | £43k |
Common questions
Is DIGBY VILLAGE PLAYGROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £25,838.00 for the year ended 31st August 2025, with total income of £92,985.76 exceeding total expenditure of £67,147.76. Free reserves increased from £20,525.30 to £53,427.34 over the period. The filing does not disclose any reserves policy, material uncertainties, or risks to continuing operations.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/03/2010 | £10k | Canopy |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/04/2004 | £3k | Additional equipment |