Childcare Charities
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Bramford Pre-School Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe offer a high standard of care to children from the ages of 2 1/2 - 5 yrs of age. We now have a brand new building with new equipment. Also we offer a lunch club facility.
Kilnsea Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are a Pre-School, providing early years education in a safe, play-friendly environment for 2 - 5 year olds. We follow the Department for Education's Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and are funded by the Early Years Free Entitlement. We are run by a voluntary committee.
Vicarage Lodge Preschool
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationA sessional preschool, within the group all children are supported in developing their potential at their own pace, by means of appropriate play, activities and a high level of adult input within a safe secure stimulating environment.
Mytchett Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureThe Mytchett Centre is a community association with halls that can be hired, The sports field have two football pitches used throughout the football season, out of season the football fields are used for local events, children, (kick about, rounder, soft ball cricket, )The type of use Play school, sports, weddings, plays, Big Band Nights, Dancing, and a yearly firework night celebration
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
Turvey Preschool Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationProvide full-time childcare for 2, 3 and 4yr old children from Turvey and the surrounding areas. Provide a Before School Club and After School Club for children attending Turvey Lower School.
Rottingdean Whiteway Centre
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureThe RWC is a community Centre for local Clubs & Societies to hold meetings and activities. It also offers a wide range of adult education and leisure classes in addition to providing pre-school classes. The centre is available to hire for events and parties etc.It is entirely self financing and does not receive support from local or national Government.
Broadhill Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationBroadhill Pre-School is a purpose built setting, established in 1974. Broadhill provides childcare for children between the age of 2 and 4 1/2 years old.At Broadhill Pre-School we encourage your child's learning and development through child initiated play, building on their interests as individuals. Every child is unique.
Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall And Playing Fields
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureTHE HALL IS CURRENTLY USED TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY FOR THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:SHORT MAT BOWLING, YOGA, COFFEE MORNINGS, ART CLUB, BEADWORK CLASSES, YOUNG FARMERS, CRAFTING, MOO MUSIC, BABY & TODDLER GROUP, GARDEN CLUB, FILM NIGHTS.IT IS AVAILABLE FOR MEETINGS, DANCES, FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES & PRIVATE HIRE THE PLAYING FIELD IS USED FOR SPORT, RECREATION AND GENERAL PLAYING AREA FOR CHILDREN
Hundred Acre Pre-School Playgroup Association
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe provide quality pre-school education for the children of the local community and surrounding areas. We operate in a purpose bulit building established in 1969, this building was built with the community raising half the money and the walsall council put the balance, therefore this building supplies an ongoing purpose for young children aged 2-5 years and local staff.
Indian Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureElderly Luncheon ClubOfsted registered After School ClubHealth & Fitness ClassesCultural Activities including Music and Dance Workshops and Classes, Mother tongue Classes
Birtley Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationThe Centre provides various activites and services in response to identified need within the local community which has been classed as in the top 10% of neighbourhoods suffering deprivation in Employment ,Health Educational standards With other areas of Birtley classed as within top 20% . Activites directed at Nursery provision, Young People and work with family groups. Work with Adults
The Cranham Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureThe Community Association is open 6 days a week. We provide activities for the local and surrounding areas. This includes a pre-school, dance classes, art groups, computer classes, yoga, karate, a library and many more classes. It is a fiendly place to come and meet people of all ages and abilities, somewhere for the whole community to enjoy.
Chipping Norton Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, FacilitiesChipping Norton Pre-School is a small, friendly Pre-School located in the grounds of Chipping Norton School. Established for over 35 years, we provide a rich and varied enviroment supporting the childrens learning and development. We offer a bright, spacious play area, quiet area and a messy play area. Outside we have a well equipped playground and a sensory garden.
The Centre Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTO ENHANCE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN UNDER STATUTORY SCHOOL AGE IN A PARENT INVOLVING, COMMUNITY BASED GROUP.TO PROVIDE A SAFE, SECURE AND STIMULATING ENVIRONMENT.TO WORK WITHIN A FRAMEWORK WHICH ENSURES EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
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.
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.
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
Earith Pre-School 7
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are an established Early Years Setting offering sessional childcare for children aged between 2 1/2 and 5 years. We have exceptional facilities and highly qualified staff.
Acorn Children's Club
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe offer breakfast club, after school club, extra pick ups and holiday schemes for children between the ages of 4 and 11 years old. Children come from four local schools Stillness Infant, Stillness Junior, Dalmain and William of York.We currently have capacity for 50 places per day.
Yelvertoft Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, LeisureProvision of Village Hall facilities for local organisations, including hall, sports field, kitchen, pocket park, children's play area, skateboard park.Maintenence of these facilities.
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.
Ashmore Preschool
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationPre-school catering to children aged 2-5 years old, term time only, working under the Pre-School Learning Alliance. We hold fund raising events throughout the year and activities are cake sales, fancy dress days, sponsored scoots and a Christmas raffle and money raised tends to be small scale. Some parents make small donations to the Pre-school as they want to help.
Penhill Playgroup
Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationWe are an Ofsted registered and inspected Playgroup caring for children from two and a half to school age, encouraging them to learn and develop new skills through play. We also offer weekly Stay and Play sessions for young children and their parents/carers.
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 1,283 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 £1.2bn 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 69.0%. 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 £733k. 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.