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Brightlingsea Playcentre

We are a pre school who look after children aged between 2 to 5 years. We have a large garden for the children to access freely during their time with us. The sessions are 3hours filled with activities to both develop and educate the children. We provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment.

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Activities & Mission

We are a pre school who look after children aged between 2 to 5 years. We have a large garden for the children to access freely during their time with us. The sessions are 3hours filled with activities to both develop and educate the children. We provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment.

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

Latest Income
£220,794
Latest Expenditure
£166,304

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 75.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 75.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£220,794
£166,3040 / 0
2024
£124,636
£107,0410 / 0
2023
£118,733
£136,0770 / 0
2022
£133,010
£138,7690 / 0
2021
£154,934
£144,1940 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Brightlingsea Playcentre

What does Brightlingsea Playcentre do?

We are a pre school who look after children aged between 2 to 5 years. We have a large garden for the children to access freely during their time with us. The sessions are 3hours filled with activities to both develop and educate the children. We provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment.

How much income did Brightlingsea Playcentre report in 2025?

Brightlingsea Playcentre reported total income of £221k and reported expenditure of £166k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Brightlingsea Playcentre registered as a charity?

Brightlingsea Playcentre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 September 1993 as charity number 1026524. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs Brightlingsea Playcentre?

Brightlingsea Playcentre is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Thia-Lee Illidge. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Brightlingsea Playcentre operate?

Brightlingsea Playcentre operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Brightlingsea Playcentre a registered charity?

Yes — Brightlingsea Playcentre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1026524.

Details

Address
Bayard Recreaction Ground
Regent Road
Brightlingea
Colchester
Essex
CO7 0NL
Registration Date
28 September 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1026524
Charity Number
1026524

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Trustees

Thia-Lee Illidge Chair
Georgia Barrett
Stacey Doig
Stephanie Saunders
Suzanne Saville

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