LITTLE DOLPHINS PRE-SCHOOL
To enhance the development and education of children under statutory school age by encouraging parents to understand and provide for the needs of their children through community groups. To offer appropriate play, education, care facilities and training, encouraging the study of the needs of children and their families and to instigate and adhere to the aims of the Preschool Learning Alliance.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £3,582.79 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income of £99,410.33 and total expenditure of £95,827.54. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £81,284.34 (current and savings accounts) and maintains a policy of reviewing savings to cover potential redundancy costs. The charity is described as thriving and at full capacity, with government funding forming the main source of income.
What the accounts disclose
“Government funding of eligible children forms the main source of income.” — page 5
“A current account is used for day-to-day expenditure, and a savings account is kept for “reserve funds”. These funds can be utilised with agreement of all trustees and replaced as soon as possible. The “bottom line” of the savings account is reviewed regularly to cover redundancy should this become necessary.” — page 4
Trustees
- Joshua Seager-Gibbschair
- Emma Hall
- Emma Sparks
- Hannah Angove
- Laura Pascoe
- Natasha Thomas
- Tamsyn Pascoe
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £99k | £96k |
| 31/03/2024 | £102k | £90k |
| 31/03/2023 | £84k | £73k |
| 31/03/2022 | £70k | £53k |
| 31/03/2021 | £59k | £50k |
Common questions
Is LITTLE DOLPHINS PRE-SCHOOL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £3,582.79 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income of £99,410.33 and total expenditure of £95,827.54. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £81,284.34 (current and savings accounts) and maintains a policy of reviewing savings to cover potential redundancy costs. The charity is described as thriving and at full capacity, with government funding forming the main source of income. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.