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British Association Of Play Therapists

Also known as: The British Association of Play Therapists Limited, Bapt

Our main activities are to have a membership that is registered to ensure appropriate standards of Play Therapy training, continual professional development and supervision to protect the children, young people and adults and for the public benefit. We also have a website; accredit courses in Play Therapy;have a code of ethics;have an annual conference and provide publicity about our work.

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Activities & Mission

Our main activities are to have a membership that is registered to ensure appropriate standards of Play Therapy training, continual professional development and supervision to protect the children, young people and adults and for the public benefit. We also have a website; accredit courses in Play Therapy;have a code of ethics;have an annual conference and provide publicity about our work.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£93,468
Latest Expenditure
£124,185

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 132.9%
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
£93,468
£124,1850 / 20
2024
£134,906
£128,0500 / 19
2023
£130,317
£77,1530 / 17
2022
£113,563
£84,9740 / 22
2021
£96,119
£59,2010 / 22

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Frequently asked questions about British Association Of Play Therapists

What does British Association Of Play Therapists do?

Our main activities are to have a membership that is registered to ensure appropriate standards of Play Therapy training, continual professional development and supervision to protect the children, young people and adults and for the public benefit. We also have a website; accredit courses in Play Therapy;have a code of ethics;have an annual conference and provide publicity about our work.

How much income did British Association Of Play Therapists report in 2025?

British Association Of Play Therapists reported total income of £93k and reported expenditure of £124k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Association Of Play Therapists registered as a charity?

British Association Of Play Therapists was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 August 2006 as charity number 1115673. It has been registered for 20 years.

Who runs British Association Of Play Therapists?

British Association Of Play Therapists is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Association Of Play Therapists operate?

British Association Of Play Therapists operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is British Association Of Play Therapists a registered charity?

Yes — British Association Of Play Therapists is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1115673.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
3 August 2006
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4017093
Charity Number
1115673

Trustees

Alexandra Kelly
Andrew O'Mahony
Esther Schencks
Helen Jane Forrester
Jane Jephcott
Jeanne McLaughlin
Jo Hill
Julie Miller
Maggie Fearn
Paul John Kilgallon
SARAH HICKSON
Tracy Lanigan

Also Known As

  • The British Association of Play Therapists Limited
  • Bapt

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