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Lantern Community Pre-School

We offer high quality childcare for children between 2-5 years at The Lantern Centre in Ilfracombe, N. Devon. We adhere to Ofsted guidance and follow the early years curriculum, giving each child the opportunity to learn and develop as an individual. We provide a safe ,fun environment both indoors and outside.

Activities & Mission

We offer high quality childcare for children between 2-5 years at The Lantern Centre in Ilfracombe, N. Devon. We adhere to Ofsted guidance and follow the early years curriculum, giving each child the opportunity to learn and develop as an individual. We provide a safe ,fun environment both indoors and outside.

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

Latest Income
£41,122
Latest Expenditure
£49,716

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 120.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 120.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2022.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2022
£41,122
£49,7160 / 1
2021
£56,584
£55,0830 / 2
2020
£103,450
£103,4500 / 0
2019
£91,459
£91,4590 / 10
2018
£93,724
£93,7240 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lantern Community Pre-School

What does Lantern Community Pre-School do?

We offer high quality childcare for children between 2-5 years at The Lantern Centre in Ilfracombe, N. Devon. We adhere to Ofsted guidance and follow the early years curriculum, giving each child the opportunity to learn and develop as an individual. We provide a safe ,fun environment both indoors and outside.

How much income did Lantern Community Pre-School report in 2022?

Lantern Community Pre-School reported total income of £41k and reported expenditure of £50k for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Lantern Community Pre-School registered as a charity?

Lantern Community Pre-School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 August 2016 as charity number 1168826. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Lantern Community Pre-School?

Lantern Community Pre-School is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MELISSA CHARLOTTE TURNBULL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lantern Community Pre-School operate?

Lantern Community Pre-School operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Lantern Community Pre-School a registered charity?

Yes — Lantern Community Pre-School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168826.

Details

Address
3 CLIFTON PLACE
ILFRACOMBE
EX34 9JJ
Registration Date
18 August 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5086452
Charity Number
1168826

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Trustees

MELISSA CHARLOTTE TURNBULL Chair
ALAINA RICE
ANNA BOWLEY
MARIANNE CLARE DUNN
PHILIPPA WILLIS

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