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.
Hundon Hedgehogs Preschool
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPRE-SCHOOL
Menheniot Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Educationprovision of early years education
West Street Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Health102 Education/Training201 Children/Young people306 Provides services (care/counselling)We provide services for children and their families through our:-Pre-school sessions Monday to Friday Term Time only
Ruperts Under Fives
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide pre-school education to under fives
Wheelock Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are an Ofsted registered Pre-school serving the families in our local community.
Somerville Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre-School for children aged 2 - 5 years
Ascot And Cranbourne Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationOffering early years Pre School education to the surrounding areas for children aged 2 years to 5 years old.we offer term time sessions, full days and early drop off service.
Immanuel Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Educationwe provide childcare for children aged 2 and half to 5 years. all of our funding is charity based. Our income is soley reliant on fees from parents, grants and any fundraising that we do.
Horsford & St Faiths Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe provide a safe and stimulating learning environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. We provide opportunities for the children to develop and learn through play. We are based in the Mission Rooms in Horsham St Faiths and we are run by a committee. The committee arrange fundraising events to supplement our current funding.
Caldecote Playgroup
Beneficiary group, ChildcarePLAYGROUP FOR CHILDREN AGED 2 1/4YRS TO 5 YRS.
Kirkburton Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide pre-school education for children aged between 2 years and 5 years, including children with learning needs, by offering appropriate and supportive play and learning experiences and facilities.
Woodlands Park Community Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureThe premises are used by:-A Pre-School Play Group, Theatrical Society, Ballet Classes for ages 4 to Adult, Mixed Badminton, Ladies Badminton, Modern Dance Classes, Young People's Modern Dance Classes, Tea Dances, Old Time Dancing, Theatre Dance Classes and Scottish Country Dancing, Pilates, Fitness Sessions, Strength & Balance and Aerobics for the over 50's (NHS Project).
Marvels Lane Community Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre school
Coleview Preschool
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are a Pre-School providing an early education to children aged between 3-5. We are based in Swindon, Wiltshire
Harold Wood Neighbourhood Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureTHE CHARITY SUPPORT LOCAL GROUPS INCLUDING, DANCE SCHOOLS,YOGA, PLAY SCHOOLS, BOXING CLUBS AND A NUMBER OF OTHER GROUP ACTIVITIES, WHICH INCLUDE EDUCATIONAL AND RELIGIOUS, SLIMMING AND SENIOR CITIZENS, AND ARE OPEN FOR RECREATIONAL AND OR PRIVATE PARTIES FOR LOCAL PEOPLE ECT.
Union Corner Pre- School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Educationpre school
Chieveley Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide a learning through play educational environment for up to 26 children per session, aged between 2 and 5 years.
Sunny Corner Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationEarly Years education and care for children aged 2-4 years old.Support/advice for parents and carers.
Ladybirds Pre-School Keelby
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre-School Provision for 2 to 4 year old children
Acorns Childcare (masham)
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationAcorns Pre School provides care and education for children aged 2-5 years. It is a parent run community group employing a professional team.
Chalk Hill Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationA term time pre-school for children aged 2-4 years to prepare children for school through education
The Orchard
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationCommunity Pre-school - providing early years education for 2-5 year olds
Southminster Pre-School Learning Alliance
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe aim to enhance the development of children under the age of 5 in a safe, secure and stimulating environment. We work within a framework which ensures equality of opportunity for all children and families. We have a positive approach to what we eat and what exercises we do. We use the outside area.
Cobham Community Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe operate a sessional pre-school on five days a week in a village community
The Taunton Opportunity Group
Beneficiary group, ChildcareEstablished in 1972, Taunton Opportunity Group is a specialist provision for preschool children with special educational needs and/or disabilities living in Taunton and its surrounding areas. It is our mission to help children achieve their full potential through providing a tailored curriculum which offers developmentally appropriate, inclusive and stimulating learning and activities.
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.