Forest Bears Playgroup
Semi rural community setting; providing education, development and learning for pre-school children aged 2 to 5 years, in a safe and stimulating environment.
Activities & Mission
Semi rural community setting; providing education, development and learning for pre-school children aged 2 to 5 years, in a safe and stimulating environment.
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
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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 | £139,412 | £126,638 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £127,582 | £104,903 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £88,727 | £78,561 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £85,231 | £74,101 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £62,583 | £63,996 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Forest Bears Playgroup
What does Forest Bears Playgroup do?
Semi rural community setting; providing education, development and learning for pre-school children aged 2 to 5 years, in a safe and stimulating environment.
How much income did Forest Bears Playgroup report in 2025?
Forest Bears Playgroup reported total income of £139k and reported expenditure of £127k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Forest Bears Playgroup registered as a charity?
Forest Bears Playgroup was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 December 1993 as charity number 1029569. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Forest Bears Playgroup?
Forest Bears Playgroup is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Garforth. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Forest Bears Playgroup operate?
Forest Bears Playgroup operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Forest Bears Playgroup a registered charity?
Yes — Forest Bears Playgroup is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1029569.
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