POPPLETON ROAD PLAYGROUP
Playgroup provided for 3-4 year olds in the York, Acomb/Holgate area.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £1,669 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted cash reserves of £39,573. Per the trustees' report, these reserves exceed the stated policy target of £20,644 - £27,525, which is intended to cover 3-4 months of running costs. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the accounts or the charity's compliance with accounting records.
What the accounts disclose
“we aim to hold between £20,644 - £27,525 within our reserves.”
“During the year, 4 Trustees had children with places at the playgroup (2024 - 5). These places were all funded by the Council.” — page 10
Trustees
- Victoria Cliftchair
- Abigail Maden
- Nicky Braithwaite
- Nikki-Jane Carter
- Rachael Cole
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £84k | £83k |
| 31/08/2024 | £94k | £84k |
| 31/08/2023 | £76k | £85k |
| 31/08/2022 | £69k | £77k |
| 31/08/2021 | £59k | £62k |
Common questions
Is POPPLETON ROAD PLAYGROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £1,669 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted cash reserves of £39,573. Per the trustees' report, these reserves exceed the stated policy target of £20,644 - £27,525, which is intended to cover 3-4 months of running costs. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the accounts or the charity's compliance with accounting records. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of York Council | — | £600 | Ward Committee Grant |
| City of York Council | — | £595 | Holgate Ward Grant |
| City of York Council | — | £690 | Holgate Ward |