Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst)
Also known as: Ticehurst Community Playgroup, Ladybirds Pre School
Ladybirds aim is enhance the education of children below compulsory school age in the Parish of Ticehurst by providing safe and satisfying group play in which the parents have the right to take part and by encouraging other activities through which parents may help their children. This is accomplished by offering affordable quality childcare and education in conjunction with other professionals.
Activities & Mission
Ladybirds aim is enhance the education of children below compulsory school age in the Parish of Ticehurst by providing safe and satisfying group play in which the parents have the right to take part and by encouraging other activities through which parents may help their children. This is accomplished by offering affordable quality childcare and education in conjunction with other professionals.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 40% 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 81% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £535,814 | £450,560 | £450,560 | £163,529 | £158,179 | 21 / 59 |
| 2023 | £376,167 | £360,644 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2022 | £370,861 | £409,669 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £390,543 | £369,924 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £286,408 | £234,843 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst)
What does Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) do?
Ladybirds aim is enhance the education of children below compulsory school age in the Parish of Ticehurst by providing safe and satisfying group play in which the parents have the right to take part and by encouraging other activities through which parents may help their children. This is accomplished by offering affordable quality childcare and education in conjunction with other professionals.
How much income did Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) report in 2024?
Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) reported total income of £536k and reported expenditure of £451k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst)?
Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) has a program ratio of 84.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 40% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) registered as a charity?
Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 August 1994 as charity number 1040317. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst)?
Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is KAREN JANE MARR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) operate?
Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) a registered charity?
Yes — Ladybirds Playgroup (ticehurst) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1040317.
Details
STEELLANDS RISE
TICEHURST
EAST SUSSEX
TN5 7DH
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Also Known As
- Ticehurst Community Playgroup
- Ladybirds Pre School
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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