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Little Spinnakers Pre-School

Also known as: Little Spinnakers, St James'Community Pre-School, St James's Community Playgroup, St James Pre-School

Little Spinnakers Community Pre-school is a pre-school for children aged 2 years to 5. We aim to help the attending children develop as an individual, and learn how to interact with others outside the home environment. We offer a broad range of play activities to the children for them to gain new experiences and knowledge. Our goal is to give a good stepping-stone into full time education.

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Activities & Mission

Little Spinnakers Community Pre-school is a pre-school for children aged 2 years to 5. We aim to help the attending children develop as an individual, and learn how to interact with others outside the home environment. We offer a broad range of play activities to the children for them to gain new experiences and knowledge. Our goal is to give a good stepping-stone into full time education.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£209,184
Latest Expenditure
£194,783

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 93.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 93.1%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£209,184
£194,7830 / 0
2023
£150,304
£157,4010 / 0
2022
£156,184
£121,6300 / 0
2021
£112,395
£123,0170 / 0
2020
£120,289
£134,9730 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Little Spinnakers Pre-School

What does Little Spinnakers Pre-School do?

Little Spinnakers Community Pre-school is a pre-school for children aged 2 years to 5. We aim to help the attending children develop as an individual, and learn how to interact with others outside the home environment. We offer a broad range of play activities to the children for them to gain new experiences and knowledge. Our goal is to give a good stepping-stone into full time education.

How much income did Little Spinnakers Pre-School report in 2024?

Little Spinnakers Pre-School reported total income of £209k and reported expenditure of £195k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Little Spinnakers Pre-School registered as a charity?

Little Spinnakers Pre-School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 November 1993 as charity number 1028045. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs Little Spinnakers Pre-School?

Little Spinnakers Pre-School is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Barreto. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Little Spinnakers Pre-School operate?

Little Spinnakers Pre-School operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Portsmouth City.

Is Little Spinnakers Pre-School a registered charity?

Yes — Little Spinnakers Pre-School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1028045.

Details

Address
United Reformed Church
239 Milton Road
Southsea
PO4 8PH
Registration Date
11 November 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1028045
Charity Number
1028045

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Trustees

Christopher Barreto Chair
Adalia - Maria Grigore
Louise Etherington

Also Known As

  • Little Spinnakers
  • St James'Community Pre-School
  • St James's Community Playgroup
  • St James Pre-School

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