Hackney Playbus
HACKNEY PLAYBUS DELIVERS MOBILE PLAY AND OUTREACH SERVICES IN ORDER TO MAKE PLAY AND LEARNING ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN 0-4 YEARS, TO SUPPORT PARENTING CONFIDENCE, TO CONNECT FAMILIES TO SUPPORT SERVICES, TO COMBAT ISOLATION AND BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES.
Activities & Mission
HACKNEY PLAYBUS DELIVERS MOBILE PLAY AND OUTREACH SERVICES IN ORDER TO MAKE PLAY AND LEARNING ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN 0-4 YEARS, TO SUPPORT PARENTING CONFIDENCE, TO CONNECT FAMILIES TO SUPPORT SERVICES, TO COMBAT ISOLATION AND BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £384,717 | £342,120 | 0 / 19 | |||
| 2024 | £324,744 | £272,908 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £198,412 | £230,633 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2022 | £187,451 | £208,084 | 0 / 22 | |||
| 2021 | £232,638 | £183,729 | 0 / 14 |
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Frequently asked questions about Hackney Playbus
What does Hackney Playbus do?
HACKNEY PLAYBUS DELIVERS MOBILE PLAY AND OUTREACH SERVICES IN ORDER TO MAKE PLAY AND LEARNING ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN 0-4 YEARS, TO SUPPORT PARENTING CONFIDENCE, TO CONNECT FAMILIES TO SUPPORT SERVICES, TO COMBAT ISOLATION AND BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES.
How much income did Hackney Playbus report in 2025?
Hackney Playbus reported total income of £385k and reported expenditure of £342k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Hackney Playbus registered as a charity?
Hackney Playbus was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 October 2015 as charity number 1163792. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Hackney Playbus?
Hackney Playbus is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Karen Davey. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hackney Playbus operate?
Hackney Playbus operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Hackney Playbus a registered charity?
Yes — Hackney Playbus is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163792.
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LONDON
E9 5JH
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