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Lodge Playgroup

Also known as: The Lodge Playgroup

We are a committee run playgroup, we provide Childcare for 2 - 4 year olds , term time only .We offer a warm, caring & educational environment for the children play , grow and learn , we serve our local community .The Playgroup operates in a portacabin building on a secondary school site .

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Activities & Mission

We are a committee run playgroup, we provide Childcare for 2 - 4 year olds , term time only .We offer a warm, caring & educational environment for the children play , grow and learn , we serve our local community .The Playgroup operates in a portacabin building on a secondary school site .

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£94,433
Latest Expenditure
£88,700

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 93.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 93.9%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£94,433
£88,7000 / 2
2023
£83,971
£77,5680 / 0
2022
£67,179
£69,3570 / 0
2021
£66,777
£62,4340 / 0
2020
£53,550
£53,0000 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lodge Playgroup

What does Lodge Playgroup do?

We are a committee run playgroup, we provide Childcare for 2 - 4 year olds , term time only .We offer a warm, caring & educational environment for the children play , grow and learn , we serve our local community .The Playgroup operates in a portacabin building on a secondary school site .

How much income did Lodge Playgroup report in 2024?

Lodge Playgroup reported total income of £94k and reported expenditure of £89k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Lodge Playgroup registered as a charity?

Lodge Playgroup was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 October 1993 as charity number 1027604. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs Lodge Playgroup?

Lodge Playgroup is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lodge Playgroup operate?

Lodge Playgroup operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Lodge Playgroup a registered charity?

Yes — Lodge Playgroup is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1027604.

Details

Address
The Lodge Playgroup
Orchard Street
Kempston
BEDFORD
MK42 7PS
Registration Date
26 October 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1027604
Charity Number
1027604

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Trustees

ANDREA MAYES
Also governs 1 other charity
Claire Alexander

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Lodge Playgroup

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30 July 2026
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