Delaware Pre-School
We are fortunate to have large spacious premises where children have ample space to play and explore. We have a permanently equipped classroom with high quality of facilities for all children. We have the opportunity to play outside all year round and have extensive resources and equipment to vary and maintain the interests of our children so that they develop in all areas of the curriculum
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves increased to £578,579.62 from £405,324.60 in the prior year, supported by net incoming resources of £173,255.02. The trustees note that reserves are maintained due to fluctuations in child attendance and to provide contingency for staff redundancy and additional needs. No specific reserves policy target is stated in the document.
What the accounts disclose
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2025)
Trustees
- Kym Lovejoychair
- Amy Crowther
- Bethany Hicks
- HELEN TAYLOR-WISE
- imogen choroszewska
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £809k | £636k |
| 31/07/2024 | £412k | £335k |
| 31/07/2023 | £308k | £260k |
| 31/07/2022 | £320k | £243k |
| 31/07/2021 | £301k | £255k |
Common questions
Is Delaware Pre-School financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves increased to £578,579.62 from £405,324.60 in the prior year, supported by net incoming resources of £173,255.02. The trustees note that reserves are maintained due to fluctuations in child attendance and to provide contingency for staff redundancy and additional needs. No specific reserves policy target is stated in the document. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware Pre-School | £809k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| OUR LADY'S FIRST STEPS PRE-SCHOOL | £817k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| CHARNOCK RICHARD PRE-SCHOOL | £165k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| BERESFORD PRE-SCHOOL | £111k | — | 0 | unclear | 19066.0% | no doubt |
| HERMITAGE PRE SCHOOL PLAYGROUP | £113k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| WORLINGHAM PRE-SCHOOL | £189k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |