Childcare Charities
Discover 6,823 Childcare charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
The Cottage Nursery
Beneficiary group, ChildcareRegistered Child Day Care provider
Newquay Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide childcare for children aged from 6 months - 5 years old
The Little Sutton Club And Nursery School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe charity provides pre-school education and childcare and facilities for children of primary school age outside normal school hours.
Lisle Marsden Childcare Limited
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationA provider of early years education and care for children aged from 2 years up to 11years 11 months in the settings pre-school and out of school club. The provision is registered to care for 50 childrenat any one time. The pre-school operates during term-time only and the out of school club operates before andafter school and in the school holidays. We are approved and inspected by (OFSTED)
Early Explorers Community Pre-Schools
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationOak Hill Community Nursery
Beneficiary group, ChildcareManagement and provision of a childrens' nursery for 0-5 year oldsTraining and development of local residents in child careSupport of families through group activities, training and sign posting to other services
Patt Foundation LTD
Charitable activities, Childcare, EnvironmentPATT Foundation currently works to campaign for better environmental practices, take action against climate change, implement small to medium tree planting projects as well as set up tree nurseries, provide environmental education. The charity also supports veterans welfare via nature based therapy courses and engagement on nature based tasks to support post traumatic growth.
Busy Bees Nursery & Pre School Limited
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationChildcare & Education for Children aged between 3 months and 5 years
Nursery@aspire
Beneficiary group, Childcare, LeisureAIMS: To enhance the development and education of children primarily under statutory schoolage (from the age of three months). PROVIDES: Meals and snacks andwater throughout the day Nappies ACTIVITIES: Circle Time - Songs & Stories, Sand & WaterActivities, Construction Activites, Malable Play - flour and water mix, Outdoor activities
The Mall Nursery And Creche
Arts, Beneficiary group, ChildcareNursery and Creche based in The Mall, Luton shopping Centre. Services include Daycare Nursery and Shoppers Creche operating Mon-Fri 8am - 5.30pm and Saturdays 10am - 2pm. Free Nursery Educational Sessions for children age 3. Planned activities and educational toys including painting, messy play, puzzles, books and toys. A bright, clean and safe outdoor play area including: sand, spades, balls
Bowlers Community Nursery
Beneficiary group, ChildcareBowlers provides a safe, secure and stimulating environment for 29 children aged 0-5 years. They participate in a wide variety of play, enabling them to develop the skills needed to become more independent, with a positive self image and an understanding of others. Parents have an active involvement in the running of the nursery which is open 48 weeks of the year, 8.30am - 5.30pm.
Manchester Jewish School For Special Education
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Leisure, ReligionProvision of education for special needs children in a cultural environment that develops their life skills to enable the children to integrate with their peers and to be part of the community and their social environment. Provision of various therapies to cater for the children's needs including Speech & language, art, sports and occupational therapies.Provision of "out of school" activities.
Harmony Community Day Nursery
Beneficiary group, ChildcareProvider of day care and education for children from 6 months to 5 years for working parents and parents who are students.
Ladybird Pre-School Limited
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe principal activity during the year continues to be the enhancing the development and education of children under the statutory school age.
Little Firs Day Nursery
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationProvides childcare for 0 - 11 year old children. Open for 50 weeks per year on a 7.30 - 6.00 basis
Melton Mencap
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Housing, Leisure, Social careSupport to people of all ages with learning disability in & around Melton, through clubs, services and facilities for leisure-time occupation, and the development of skills for independent living. Personal support to people with learning disability in their homes and in the community, enabling respite for families and carers. A pre-school nursery inclusive of children with learning disability.
Tree Life Club
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationCharity offers after physical and educational after school activities including outings in school holidays. Many of the children come from areas in the bottom 2% of deprivation and employment statistics.
Beechwood Educare Centre
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe Provision of high quality nursery care and out of school facilities for child care
Maple Grove Community Group
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide Early Learning and Childcare for pre school children and provide out of school activities for not only pre school children but also children at mainstream school.
Eaton Socon Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationEarl Years Provider
Blackheath Montessori Centre Limited
Beneficiary group, ChildcareMontessori Childrens Nursery Age 2.5 to 5 yrs old
Morton Manor Community Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Health, Leisure, Social welfareA community centre set up as a charity offers a diverse range of social, educational and recreational activities, tailored to bring people together, reduce isolation and improve quality of life. Ranging from early years up to seniors.We have an onsite pre-school nursery, cafe, gym, fitness classes, arts & crafts, members bar, mental health support along with hiring out spaces for functions.
Sevenoaks Day Nursery CIO
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Social welfareThe Sevenoaks Day Nursery was established as a charitable trust pursuant to a trust deed dated 16 April 1987. We provide affordable full day childcare for preschool children. We may waive or reduce our fees (which are already much lower than the local average) in cases of particular hardship.
Shadwell Childcare Limited
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationProvider of childcare during school time for pre-school and wrap around childcare for school children before & after school.
St. Martin's Centre Partnership
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Social welfareSt Martin's Centre is located on the border of Byker and Walker in the east end of Newcastle upon Tyne. We provide a range of activities for all ages, with activities and support for young children and families, an Ofsted-rated outstanding nursery, volunteering opportunities for local residents, daily activities for older adults and befriending and wellbeing support, including emergency food.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many childcare charities are there in the UK?
There are 6,823 registered childcare charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the childcare charities by income?
The Salvation Army is the largest by latest reported annual income (£338.3m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of childcare charities?
Childcare charities reported a combined annual income of £2.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for childcare charities?
Across all childcare charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 77.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of childcare charities?
Childcare charities have an average annual income of £280k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.