Early Years Wales 2018
Also known as: Wales Pre School Playgroups Association, Wales Pre-School Providers Association, Wales P P a
To enhance the development, care and education of pre-school children in Wales, by encouraging parents to understand and provide for their needs through high quality pre-school groups. To give adults confidence to make the best use of their knowledge and resources, for the benefit of themselves and pre-school children.
Activities & Mission
To enhance the development, care and education of pre-school children in Wales, by encouraging parents to understand and provide for their needs through high quality pre-school groups. To give adults confidence to make the best use of their knowledge and resources, for the benefit of themselves and pre-school children.
Areas of Operation
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 87% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £901,804 | £994,126 | £994,126 | £1,083,163 | £1,050,613 | 22 / 0 |
| 2024 | £979,367 | £1,191,939 | £1,191,939 | £1,214,007 | £1,170,595 | 23 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,244,484 | £1,301,559 | £1,301,559 | £1,330,656 | £1,244,714 | 28 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,154,149 | £1,180,418 | £1,180,418 | £1,441,387 | £1,146,063 | 29 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,231,418 | £1,109,267 | £1,109,267 | £1,466,062 | £1,201,753 | 31 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Early Years Wales 2018
What does Early Years Wales 2018 do?
To enhance the development, care and education of pre-school children in Wales, by encouraging parents to understand and provide for their needs through high quality pre-school groups. To give adults confidence to make the best use of their knowledge and resources, for the benefit of themselves and pre-school children.
How much income did Early Years Wales 2018 report in 2025?
Early Years Wales 2018 reported total income of £902k and reported expenditure of £994k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Early Years Wales 2018?
Early Years Wales 2018 has a program ratio of 110.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 87% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Early Years Wales 2018 registered as a charity?
Early Years Wales 2018 was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 June 1996 as charity number 1056381. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Early Years Wales 2018?
Early Years Wales 2018 is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Early Years Wales 2018 operate?
Early Years Wales 2018 operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Early Years Wales 2018 a registered charity?
Yes — Early Years Wales 2018 is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1056381.
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Also Known As
- Wales Pre School Playgroups Association
- Wales Pre-School Providers Association
- Wales P P a
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated