Dandelion Preschool
Rainbow Preschool provides daily childcare for the village of Colden Common near Winchester in Hampshire, together with the local rural area. The preschool offers a safe, happy and stimulating environment, where children from 2 to 5 years old learn through play in a wide range of activities whilst fulfilling the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity remains in a very secure financial position with total capital of £102,305.12 held across bank accounts. The organization reported a profit of £9,637.30 for the year ended 31 August 2024, supported by increased income and grant supplements. Staff pay rates were increased in April 2024 to ensure compliance with the National Living Wage.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Ellie Ashtonchair
- Amanda Adams
- Amanda Rowe
- Ben Radford
- Daniel Taylor
- Kerry Irving
- Victoria Overington
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £126k | £117k |
| 31/08/2024 | £117k | £119k |
| 31/08/2023 | £124k | £124k |
| 31/08/2022 | £106k | £98k |
| 31/08/2021 | £112k | £94k |
Common questions
Is Dandelion Preschool financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity remains in a very secure financial position with total capital of £102,305.12 held across bank accounts. The organization reported a profit of £9,637.30 for the year ended 31 August 2024, supported by increased income and grant supplements. Staff pay rates were increased in April 2024 to ensure compliance with the National Living Wage. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.