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 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
Prosper Wakefield District LTD
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, HealthA local place-based grant maker based in Wakefield district. We give grants to local organisations who are benefitting their communities.
Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst)
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationLadybirds aim is enhance the education of children below compulsory school age in the Parish of Ticehurst by providing safe and satisfying group play in which the parents have the right to take part and by encouraging other activities through which parents may help their children. This is accomplished by offering affordable quality childcare and education in conjunction with other professionals.
Rainbow Corner Day Nursery
Beneficiary group, ChildcareProvide care & education for children aged 0-5yrs with wrap around care to children over 5yrs-8yrs. In a warm friendly family environment so parents can work-rest or play. We provide training for staff and help parents to be a part of their childrens care & education with us.
Hopscotch Under Fives Limited
Beneficiary group, ChildcareChildren's nursery & Drop In centre. Provide 36 childcare places for children aged between 2 & 5 years of age. Offer both full time and part time places.The Drop In runs as a mother & toddler centre providing various activities for under fives.
Blackshaw Nursery
Beneficiary group, ChildcareChildcare for 58 children aged 3 months - 5 years. Open Monday to Friday, offer facility of late opening (until 10pm) on a Monday and Thursday for shift workers.
Src Community Nursery
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, ReligionChildren's Full Day Care Community Nursery voluntary sector
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.
Naval Under Fives (eastern Area)
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide day care for children of service families to advance the development & education of pre-school children. Provide a safe, healthy, happy, stimulating environment. Assist the development of children through structured free play & meet the requirements of Ofsted & the local educational authorities.
Daisy Chains Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationNursery School
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
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.
Wood Green Pre School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe provide high quality childcare for children aged 2-5 years old living in Wood Green and Surrounding areas in Haringey/ Enfield.
Blackheath Montessori Centre Limited
Beneficiary group, ChildcareMontessori Childrens Nursery Age 2.5 to 5 yrs old
Pippin Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPippin Pre-School is a Committee run group established in the 1960s. The highly qualified team at Pippin are totally dedicated to the welfare of every child in their care. Our aim is to promote enjoyable, purposeful play that encourages learning and development in an atmosphere, which is safe, relaxed, healthy and fun.
Maldwyn Nursery And Family Centre
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationChildcare 3months to 14 years, full day care, plus Before school, After School and Holiday Club during School Holidays
Lynx Gymnastics Club Limited
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureParent and Toddler sessions, pre school sessions for children of 3yrs to 5yrs and General gymnastics session for children at full time school, Teengym and adult gym, birthday parties, and development squad gymnastics
The Royal Naval Pre School Learning Organisation [western Area]
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide quality childcare facilities to service & civilian families both in times of peace & through conflict. Ensuring all children are safe, secure & stimulated through activities provided through play.
Micklefield Nursery School (seaford)
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationEDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Little Pippins Pre-School Greenmeadow
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo offer GOOD appropriate play education and care facilities for children aged between 3mths and 4 years preschool provision and wrap around care for children aged 4-11 years in and around the North Swindon area.
West Looe Playgroup
Beneficiary group, ChildcareEarly Years Education from 3 months to 4 years
Cyca Connecting Youth Children And Adults
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Housing, Social careProvide child care nursery, after school club and holiday Clubs in 3 settings. We provide a range of services that address personal development.We work with Looked after Children mentoring them and giving training to move into their own home. Our Training Centre provides opportunities for our learners to gain accredited qualifications around essential skills resiliency and emotional wellbeing.
Small Saints Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPROVISION OF PRE SCHOOL FOR UNDER FIVE CHILDREN, AFTER SCHOOL CLUB AND HOLIDAY PLAY SCHEME FOR CHILDREN UP TO 12.
Grange Fellowship Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Health, ProfessionsPre-school for rising 5's offering flexibility for parents who work.Social Groups for Over 60'sSocial Club for the local communitySponsorships/Donations for local non-profit organisationsProviding a hall free of charge for Adults with learning difficulties and local groupsFundraising for other chairties, such as McMillan Nurses, Garden House Hospice
Pollington-Cum-Balne Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationEnhance the development and learning of pre-school children between the ages of 2 and 5 in a challenging and rewarding environment. Through play we foster independence and self help skills, setting strong foundations for life long learning.
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.