MILTON MOUNT PLAYGROUP
The children learn in accordance with the Early Years Statutory Framework. There are 7 areas of learning which are all covered.
Objects
The aims of the Pre-school are to enhance the development and education of children primarily under statutory school age by encouraging parents to understand and provide for the needs of their children through community groups and by:(a) offering appropriate play, education and care facilities, family learning and extended hours groups, together with the right of parents to take responsibility for and to become involved in the activities of such groups, ensuring that such groups offer opportunities for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, means or ability;(b) encouraging the study of the needs of such children and their families and promoting public interest in and recognition of such needs in the local areas;(c) Instigating and adhering to and furthering the aims and objects of the Pre-school Learning Alliance.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the playgroup's financial position remains stable, although the charity reported a net deficit of £10,164.96 for the year, reducing its closing balance to £52,496.71. The trustees noted that fundraising was less successful due to the current climate, while staff costs and pension contributions increased significantly to maintain required staff-to-child ratios.
What the accounts disclose
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- Terri-Anne Busbridgechair
- Alina Balan
- Francesca Montana
- Hanna Bodkin
- Hannah Cawley
- Kylie Leatham
- Olivia Joseph
- rebecca lawson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £176k | £186k |
| 31/08/2024 | £191k | £170k |
| 31/08/2023 | £159k | £156k |
| 31/08/2022 | £159k | £155k |
| 31/08/2021 | £149k | £148k |
Common questions
Is MILTON MOUNT PLAYGROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the playgroup's financial position remains stable, although the charity reported a net deficit of £10,164.96 for the year, reducing its closing balance to £52,496.71. The trustees noted that fundraising was less successful due to the current climate, while staff costs and pension contributions increased significantly to maintain required staff-to-child ratios.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MILTON MOUNT PLAYGROUP | £176k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| MILTON MALSOR PLAYGROUP | £145k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| BREDON PLAYGROUP | £123k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| YOUTH CENTRE PLAYGROUP (LYMINGTON) | £138k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| NEW STEPPING STONES PLAYGROUP | £223k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| WINTON PLAYGROUP | £233k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |