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Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church)

Church based pre school, authorised and inspected by Ofsted. Provision of activities across all seven areas of learning from within the Early Years Framework (EYFS), both indoors and in the garden.

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Activities & Mission

Church based pre school, authorised and inspected by Ofsted. Provision of activities across all seven areas of learning from within the Early Years Framework (EYFS), both indoors and in the garden.

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

West Sussex

Financial Information

Latest Income
£142,204
Latest Expenditure
£123,282

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 86.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 86.7%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£142,204
£123,2820 / 3
2023
£90,591
£101,5820 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church)

What does Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) do?

Church based pre school, authorised and inspected by Ofsted. Provision of activities across all seven areas of learning from within the Early Years Framework (EYFS), both indoors and in the garden.

How much income did Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) report in 2024?

Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) reported total income of £142k and reported expenditure of £123k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) registered as a charity?

Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 May 2022 as charity number 1198933. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church)?

Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Una Bridget O'Donovan Assoc CIPD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) operate?

Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) a registered charity?

Yes — Busy Bees Preschool (at Southwick Methodist Church) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198933.

Details

Address
Southwick Methodist Church
Manor Hall Road
Southwick
BRIGHTON
BN42 4NA
Registration Date
12 May 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5193209
Charity Number
1198933

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Trustees

Una Bridget O'Donovan Assoc CIPD Chair
Amy Cooke
CHRISTINE PATRICIA TUCKNOTT
HEATHER MCKAY
Also governs 1 other charity
Jenna Cooper
Katie Veronica Walker
Sarah McDonnell BSc Hons

Sectors & Classifications

Beneficiary group Childcare Education Facilities

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