Downside Pre-School
Downside Pre-School offers education and care to children from 2-5yrs. We operate 5 days a week in term time, from 8.45am-3.15pm. We own a purpose built pre-school on a school site in Dunstable, Bedfordshire. We employ up-to 10 experienced and qualified staff, and cater for the local community.
Activities & Mission
Downside Pre-School offers education and care to children from 2-5yrs. We operate 5 days a week in term time, from 8.45am-3.15pm. We own a purpose built pre-school on a school site in Dunstable, Bedfordshire. We employ up-to 10 experienced and qualified staff, and cater for the local community.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Downside Pre-School (organisation 3994301)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £225,989 | £201,349 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £192,638 | £186,521 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £184,119 | £193,672 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Downside Pre-School
What does Downside Pre-School do?
Downside Pre-School offers education and care to children from 2-5yrs. We operate 5 days a week in term time, from 8.45am-3.15pm. We own a purpose built pre-school on a school site in Dunstable, Bedfordshire. We employ up-to 10 experienced and qualified staff, and cater for the local community.
How much income did Downside Pre-School report in 2025?
Downside Pre-School reported total income of £226k and reported expenditure of £201k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Downside Pre-School registered as a charity?
Downside Pre-School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 October 2020 as charity number 1191830. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Downside Pre-School?
Downside Pre-School is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Downside Pre-School operate?
Downside Pre-School operates in Central Bedfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Downside Pre-School a registered charity?
Yes — Downside Pre-School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191830.
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Oakwood Avenue
DUNSTABLE
LU5 4AS
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