DUCHY PRESCHOOL AND PLAYGROUP
Nestled in the centre of Bradninch, The Duchy Preschool is at the heart of our community. As a non-profit organisation, we're proud of the service we provide to local families and the fun, nurturing, safe learning environment we offer our children. Parents can access our childcare in ways that fit in better with work.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total receipts increased to £191,902 from £158,367 in the prior year, resulting in an excess of receipts over payments of £6,740. The charity holds unrestricted cash reserves of £48,104, which the trustees note is held to ensure sustainability and cover statutory costs in the event of winding up. The primary funding source is identified as Early Years Entitlement Funding from Devon County Council, supplemented by community fundraising and parent fees.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity has a formal policy of holding sufficient working capital and contingency funds in reserve to ensure the sustainability of the charity. In addition, the policy requires the charity to work towards building sufficient reserves to cover statutory and contractual costs in the event of winding up.” — page 4
Trustees
- John Porter
- Katy Taylor
- Louise Heap
- Lucy Alford
- Ruth Kennett
- Tamsyn Hopkins
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £192k | £185k |
| 31/08/2024 | £158k | £146k |
| 31/08/2023 | £138k | £146k |
| 31/08/2022 | £114k | £120k |
| 31/08/2021 | £106k | £103k |
Common questions
Is DUCHY PRESCHOOL AND PLAYGROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total receipts increased to £191,902 from £158,367 in the prior year, resulting in an excess of receipts over payments of £6,740. The charity holds unrestricted cash reserves of £48,104, which the trustees note is held to ensure sustainability and cover statutory costs in the event of winding up. The primary funding source is identified as Early Years Entitlement Funding from Devon County Council, supplemented by community fundraising and parent fees. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds DUCHY PRESCHOOL AND PLAYGROUP?
Funders whose own accounts filings name DUCHY PRESCHOOL AND PLAYGROUP as a grant recipient include BIRKDALE TRUST FOR HEARING IMPAIRED LTD.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIRKDALE TRUST FOR HEARING IMPAIRED LTD | FY2025 | £210 |