Acorn Early Years Foundation
Also known as: Acorn Childcare 2, Acorn Childcare
Early years care and education in day nurseries and out-of-school clubsForest Schools Training and development activities for early years practitioners
Activities & Mission
Early years care and education in day nurseries and out-of-school clubsForest Schools Training and development activities for early years practitioners
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £16,275,695 | £15,505,547 | £15,505,547 | £1,403,965 | £1,372,624 | 483 / 17 |
| 2024 | £13,168,610 | £13,028,023 | £13,028,023 | £635,456 | £612,377 | 476 / 16 |
| 2023 | £11,419,095 | £11,480,339 | £11,480,339 | £494,869 | £24,680 | 467 / 9 |
| 2022 | £9,575,853 | £9,568,685 | £9,568,685 | £557,182 | £146,036 | 408 / 18 |
| 2021 | £8,165,719 | £8,005,703 | £8,005,703 | £550,014 | £232,976 | 341 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Acorn Early Years Foundation
What does Acorn Early Years Foundation do?
Early years care and education in day nurseries and out-of-school clubsForest Schools Training and development activities for early years practitioners
How much income did Acorn Early Years Foundation report in 2025?
Acorn Early Years Foundation reported total income of £16.28m and reported expenditure of £15.51m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Acorn Early Years Foundation registered as a charity?
Acorn Early Years Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 2011 as charity number 1145108. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Acorn Early Years Foundation?
Acorn Early Years Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Acorn Early Years Foundation operate?
Acorn Early Years Foundation operates across 3 areas: Bedford, Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire.
Is Acorn Early Years Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Acorn Early Years Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145108.
Details
Unit 47 Waterside Barns
Lodge Farm Business Centre
Castlethorpe
MILTON KEYNES
MK19 7ES
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Also Known As
- Acorn Childcare 2
- Acorn Childcare
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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