ST MARYS PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
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 by offering appropriate play, education and care facilities and family learning ensuring that such groups offer opportunities for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, means or ability.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus, increasing its unrestricted reserves to £71,918, which is above the stated policy minimum of £50,000. Total income was £237,848 against total expenditure of £233,193, resulting in a net movement in funds of £4,655. The trustees confirmed the financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“The current policy of the charity is for unrestricted funds to be a minimum level of £50,000, which is approximately three months’ ordinary expenditure.” — page 13
Trustees
- CAROL ANN TRUELOVE Cert Edchair
- Clare Scriven
- Mary Whytock
- Rev Amanda Jane Spence
- Sarah Anne Osborne
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £238k | £233k |
| 31/03/2025 | £247k | £229k |
| 31/03/2024 | £229k | £215k |
| 31/03/2023 | £196k | £204k |
| 31/03/2022 | £194k | £201k |
Common questions
Is ST MARYS PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus, increasing its unrestricted reserves to £71,918, which is above the stated policy minimum of £50,000. Total income was £237,848 against total expenditure of £233,193, resulting in a net movement in funds of £4,655. The trustees confirmed the financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.