Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration
The Trust brings together 27 Maintained Nursery Schools to forfill its charitable purposes. The advancement of education and care for children under five and their families is central to our work. Through the work of our teaching school alliance we provide CPD,research and support to other practitioners to advance quality in all setting who work with children under five.
Activities & Mission
The Trust brings together 27 Maintained Nursery Schools to forfill its charitable purposes. The advancement of education and care for children under five and their families is central to our work. Through the work of our teaching school alliance we provide CPD,research and support to other practitioners to advance quality in all setting who work with children under five.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £200,000 | £294,014 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £272,333 | £214,936 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £200,000 | £192,557 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £29,423 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £516,000 | £361,065 | £359,065 | £183,415 | £183,415 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration
What does Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration do?
The Trust brings together 27 Maintained Nursery Schools to forfill its charitable purposes. The advancement of education and care for children under five and their families is central to our work. Through the work of our teaching school alliance we provide CPD,research and support to other practitioners to advance quality in all setting who work with children under five.
How much income did Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration report in 2025?
Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration reported total income of £200k and reported expenditure of £294k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration?
Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration has a program ratio of 69.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration registered as a charity?
Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 2015 as charity number 1164133. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration?
Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sharon Lewis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration operate?
Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration operates across 5 areas, including Birmingham City, Coventry City, Solihull and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration a registered charity?
Yes — Birmingham Nursery Schools Collaboration is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164133.
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HIGHFIELD ROAD
SALTLEY
BIRMINGHAM
B8 3QF
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