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.
Platform 3 Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe Charity provides pre-school activities/education for children.
Saltdean Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationSaltdean pre-school provides education and child care for local children age 2-5 years
Chacewater Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe provide early years education.
Broughton Gifford Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide pre-school education for under 5's
Gorran Preschool
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe are a Pre-school offering sessional care for 2-4 year olds with in the Gorran and St Ewe district of Cornwall. We run fundraising events to help fund the pre-school.
Mawdesley Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureGeneral Hire to groups such as: Playgroup, Beavers, Cubs, Guides, Scouts, Tennis, W.I., Parish Council Meetings, Band Practice, Drama, Dancing -Ballroom, Line, Ballet, U3A activities plus a number of other groups.Functions: Weddings, Birthdays, Dances, Education, Sales, Quizes, Shows and fund-raising events for other organisations.
The Charlotte Harvey Trust
Beneficiary group, Childcare, FacilitiesThe Youth and Community Centre has various size rooms which are hired to groups of all ages and all organisations.
Waterbeach Community Playgroup
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, HousingTo provide a safe and happy environment in which children can learn through play, making the transition from home to school as easy as possible for both the child and their parents. To provide a curriculum, which meets the requirements of Ofsted and the County Council, allowing progression from Playgroup into the Reception year and Key Stage 1 of the National Curriculum.
Margaret Lloyd Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationVoluntary Pre school playgroup and summer scheme Ofsted Registered in Grove Hill Hemel Hempstead Herts.
New Life Church Cambridge
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Housing, ReligionOrganise weekly Sunday worship services; Christian conferences; Christian teaching seminars; Bible studies in homes; a weekly youth club for children 10 years and over; assist in running a summer holiday club for primary school children in the local area; run a free cafe for residents in a new development in North West Cambridge.
St Gabriels Playgroup
Beneficiary group, ChildcareSt Gabriel's Playgroup offers day care for children between 2 and 4 years old five days a week.
Little Kites Pre-School Playgroup
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, EducationTO PROVIDE SAFE, SECURE ENVIRONMENT AND CHILDCARE IN WHICH CHILDREN AGE 2-5 YEARS CAN LEARN & DEVELOP THROUGH PLAY. WE HAVE EXTRA SPACES FOR 2 YEAR FUNDED CHILDREN AND ARE A STRONG SEND PROVISION. WE PROVIDE CHILDREN WITH EXPERIENCES AND WORK WITH THE ELDERLY ON A REGENERATIONAL PROGRAMME IN THE COMMUNITY, WE REGULARLY VISIT THE LOCAL FARM, SHOPS AND LIBRARY.
Wargrave Preschool
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, ResearchWargrave Pre-School is dedicated to the philosophy of learning through play and encourages children to learn in an enjoyable and stimulating environment. Our curriculum is planned in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage as outlined by the Government's Department of Education.
Thorner Pre-School And Toddler Group
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationThe aim of the pre school is to enhance the development and education of children under statutory school age in a parent involved community based group.
St Johns Pre-School Playgroup (carlton)
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationSt John's is a charity based pre-school and playgroup for children aged two to four. We are currently licensed for 26 children.
Little Explorers Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe provide Early Years Care and Education for children aged 2 years to School age. We are based in South Shropshire.
Alconbury Community Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationTo provide opportunities for the development and education of (2 ? years? 4 years) aged children within the local rural area.Offering appropriate play, education and care facilities and ensuringopportunities for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, meansor ability
The Chelwood And District Welfare Association (c A D W A )
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureActivities offered at CADWA are:- Ofsted Registered Pre-School Nursery: Indoor Bowls; Crown Green Bowls: 2 Table Tennis Teams: Line Dancing: Jujitsu: Various Dance Classes (children ) Camera Club: Karate:
Tywardreath Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationProvision of pre-school education for children aged 2-4 years of age
Cullompton United Charity
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Housing9 Almshouses within Cullompton, Community House and land left to the Charities.Gifts in Need to members of the Parish of CULLOMPTON, either individual, groups, nursery fees, help with assisted transport with the Car Voluntary Scheme of Cullompton. Many Piper lifelines for the elderly. George Spicer Fund with help of a grant of -+-ª100 towards tools or books for appentices/ students.
Hyde Heath Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureTO PROVIDE AND ENHANCE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN UNDER STATUTORY SCHOOL AGE IN A SAFE, SECURE AND STIMULATING ENVIRONMENT WHICH ENSURES EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. TO ENCOURAGE THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION OF THOSE PROVIDING THE CHILDCARE AND RECREATION AND MAINTAINING COMMUNITY LINKS
Rusper Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPROVIDING PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION AND CARE FROM AGES 2-4 YEARS OLD
Winterslow Pre-School And Toddlers Group
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education1. Toddlers: For toddlers up to 3 years. Weekly sessions provide opportunities for children to play. 2. Pre-school: Provides Early Years Education for children of 12 months to 5 yrs, led by an Early Years Professionals & qualified staff. 3. School Holiday Club for children age 2 to 10 years. All provide an invaluable service for families in our community.
Salterlee Under Fives Playgroup
Beneficiary group, ChildcareProvides Playgroup and Nursery education to children between the ages of two and five.
Hermitage Pre School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre-school for children aged from 2.5 upwards.
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.