BLACKDOWN PRE-SCHOOL
To enhance the development and education of children primarily under statutory school age.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity operated with an operating surplus of £45,075 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total receipts of £185,110 against total payments of £150,836. The trustees report that the preschool was managing its finances carefully and operating within its means, although future costs for rent and utilities are expected to increase. The financial position continues to depend on consistent occupancy and funded hours from the local authority.
What the accounts disclose
“Recruiting and retaining trustees has remained significantly challenging throughout the year. At times, the board was reduced to only three trustees, creating governance risks.” — page 1
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (06/03/2026)
Trustees
- Deborah Eatonchair
- Jasmina Javed
- Nathan Aspinall
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £185k | £151k |
| 31/03/2024 | £113k | £116k |
| 31/03/2023 | £159k | £81k |
Common questions
Is BLACKDOWN PRE-SCHOOL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity operated with an operating surplus of £45,075 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total receipts of £185,110 against total payments of £150,836. The trustees report that the preschool was managing its finances carefully and operating within its means, although future costs for rent and utilities are expected to increase. The financial position continues to depend on consistent occupancy and funded hours from the local authority. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.