Childcare Charities
Discover 2,724 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.
Little Flyers Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe provide education and social development of pre-school children over the age of 2 years
Collingwood Under Fives Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPRE-SCHOOL FOR LOCAL CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF FIVE (5) BUT OVER THE AGE OF TWO (2).
Dicker House Nursery Group
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTO ENHANCE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN UNDER STATUTORY SCHOOL AGE BY ENCOURAGING PARENTS TO UNDERSTAND AND PROVIDE FOR THE NEEDS OF THEIR CHILDREN THROUGH COMMUNITY GROUPS
Charfield Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre-School childcare and education facility for children aged 2 years to 4 years. Range of sessions available.
Pilton Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe playgroup is registered to care for children age 2 - 5 years. We aim to create a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere where children will feel happy and secure. We help children to play and learn together and develop a sensitivity to others. We aim to develop in children a love of learning and desire to continue their knowledge and skills as they move on to full time education.
Widey Court Preschool
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre-school education
St Mary's Playgroup (banbury)
Beneficiary group, ChildcareSt Mary's Playgroup offers sessions for 2 - 4 years - these sessions are open from children of all backgrounds. We offer a range of play and craft activities.
Courtney Ladybirds Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are a pre-school who work in the Kingswood area of Bristol. The pre-school have just been given "GOOD" by ofsted, which is fantastic.
St Charles Catholic Pre School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe objective of the charity is to enhance the development and education of children under statutory school age.
St Newlyn East Pre School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationST NEWLYN EAST PRESCHOOL
Findon Village Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationVillage Pre School for children aged 2 to 5
Wantage Pre - School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWE PROVIDE A SAFE AND FUN ENVIRONMENT FOR CHILDREN AGED 2-5 YEARS TO LEARN AND DEVELOP LIFE SKILLS THROUGH PLAY.
Ulceby Pre-School & Out Of School Club
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are a committee run setting that aim to work alongside parents, carer's and children to provide a friendly, caring environment, strengthening children, families and communities.We aim to:Enable children to blossom in a nurturing environment, Provide a inspiring approach to education and life long learning, Provide a foundation for the future.We take children from 2 years - 11 years old
Fazeley Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationFazeley Pre-school provides care and education for local children aged from 2 years to five years of age.
Kinlet Family Playgroup
Beneficiary group, ChildcareKinlet Family Playgroup are committed to providing high quality childcare and education for children from 2 to 5 years regardless of faith, ability or special needs. We work in partnership with parents to help our children learn and develop. Kinlet Family Playgroup provides a warm caring and happy environment for all children attending.
St John's Playgroup (bilton)
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre-school playgroup with the main aim of providing affordable early education for children.
Openwoodgate Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, FacilitiesOpenwoodgate Pre-school is a community based Pre-school in Openwoodgate, Belper. Pre-school care and education is provided by our team of Early Years Workers in St Mark's Church Hall. The group is regulated by Ofsted and is a registered charity.
Sidemoor Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationEducation of pre school children
Slip End Playgroup
Beneficiary group, ChildcareTo provide full time education and learning through play for 1 to 5 year olds in the year before they begin foundation stage education.
Heath Barn Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are a small, community based pre school run by a committee of parents. We aim to offer high quality pre school care and education in a safe, secure and friendly environment.
Royal Eltham Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationProvides early years care and education for children from 3-5 years old in the local community.
Constantine Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationProvide Pre-School education
Hanborough Meadows Preschool
Beneficiary group, Childcare, FacilitiesSECURE PLAY AREA FOR 2 TO 5 YEAR OLDS
Littlestones Pre School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationNot-for-profit organisation established for over 30 years offering quality childcare at an affordable price for all children aged 2 years 6 months to 5 years. We promote a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere focusing on Learning through Play within a safe & nurturing environment, working in partnership with parents/guardians & local advisors to convey the highest quality of childcare, embracing EYFS.
Oldfield Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationOLDFIELD PRE-SCHOOL AIMS TO PROVIDE A SAFE, STIMULATING, HEALTHY, HAPPY AND CARING ENVIRONMENT, IN WHICH A CHILD CAN PLAY, WHILE DEVELOPING SOCIALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY. IT PROVIDES PLAY-BASED, PRE-SCHOOL CHILDCARE SESSIONS FOLLOWING THE GUIDELINES FOR STANDARDS AND FRAMEWORK SET OUT BY THE EDUCATION DEPT AND OFSTED (EYFS).
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many childcare charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,724 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 £1.6bn 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 70.0%. 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 £362k. 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.