EARLYBIRDS PLAYGROUP
At Earlybirds Playgroup we deliver pre school activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum to young children aged between 2 and 4 years old. We also hold a parent and toddlers session once a week to give support to young families in the community, as well as providing opportunities for the parents to understand how play can support child development and learning.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that Earlybirds Playgroup ended the financial year with total funds of £42,808, an increase from the previous year's £36,295. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £17,697, which the trustees note are held to cover unforeseen major works and redundancy obligations. The primary source of funds is Local Authority childcare funding, supplemented by fees and limited fundraising.
What the accounts disclose
“A reserves policy is in place. This will cover the cost of any unforeseen major works to the building as well to enable us to fulfil our redundancy obligations to staff if the setting ever had to close.”
Trustees
- Margaret Hewis
- Nicola Giles
- Rhiannon Trillo
- Wendy Lewis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £98k | £92k |
| 31/03/2024 | £85k | £102k |
| 31/03/2023 | £103k | £96k |
| 31/03/2022 | £51k | £56k |
| 31/08/2021 | £78k | £75k |
Common questions
Is EARLYBIRDS PLAYGROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that Earlybirds Playgroup ended the financial year with total funds of £42,808, an increase from the previous year's £36,295. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £17,697, which the trustees note are held to cover unforeseen major works and redundancy obligations. The primary source of funds is Local Authority childcare funding, supplemented by fees and limited fundraising. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.