Little Acorns Playgroup
Little Acorns offers childcare from 8.45am - 3.00pm, incorporating pre-school (children aged 2 - school age) morning and afternoon sessions, lunch club..
Activities & Mission
Little Acorns offers childcare from 8.45am - 3.00pm, incorporating pre-school (children aged 2 - school age) morning and afternoon sessions, lunch club..
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £298,387 | £294,886 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £106,452 | £105,135 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £77,975 | £76,118 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £69,500 | £92,597 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £91,371 | £90,684 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Little Acorns Playgroup
What does Little Acorns Playgroup do?
Little Acorns offers childcare from 8.45am - 3.00pm, incorporating pre-school (children aged 2 - school age) morning and afternoon sessions, lunch club..
How much income did Little Acorns Playgroup report in 2024?
Little Acorns Playgroup reported total income of £298k and reported expenditure of £295k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Little Acorns Playgroup registered as a charity?
Little Acorns Playgroup was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 1993 as charity number 1029846. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Little Acorns Playgroup?
Little Acorns Playgroup is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is FRANCIS BURBERY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Little Acorns Playgroup operate?
Little Acorns Playgroup operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Little Acorns Playgroup a registered charity?
Yes — Little Acorns Playgroup is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1029846.
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