First Step Opportunity Group
First Step provides support for families of children with special needs and/or disabilities and offers a range of services which support children to reach their individual potential, through developmental play and learning.
Activities & Mission
First Step provides support for families of children with special needs and/or disabilities and offers a range of services which support children to reach their individual potential, through developmental play and learning.
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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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £294,016 | £335,405 | 0 / 53 | |||
| 2024 | £315,528 | £397,091 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £351,566 | £392,627 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £171,913 | £264,648 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £360,323 | £306,785 | 0 / 27 |
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Frequently asked questions about First Step Opportunity Group
What does First Step Opportunity Group do?
First Step provides support for families of children with special needs and/or disabilities and offers a range of services which support children to reach their individual potential, through developmental play and learning.
How much income did First Step Opportunity Group report in 2025?
First Step Opportunity Group reported total income of £294k and reported expenditure of £335k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was First Step Opportunity Group registered as a charity?
First Step Opportunity Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 September 2004 as charity number 1106002. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs First Step Opportunity Group?
First Step Opportunity Group is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon Richard Powell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does First Step Opportunity Group operate?
First Step Opportunity Group operates in Havering, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is First Step Opportunity Group a registered charity?
Yes — First Step Opportunity Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1106002.
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