National Day Nurseries Association
The object of National Day Nurseries Association is to support the delivery of quality care and early learning for children.
Activities & Mission
The object of National Day Nurseries Association is to support the delivery of quality care and early learning for children.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 91% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,426,236 | £3,860,351 | £3,854,398 | £2,062,035 | £852,070 | 70 / 44 |
| 2024 | £2,732,415 | £3,335,034 | £3,328,725 | £2,496,150 | £1,306,462 | 56 / 44 |
| 2023 | £2,933,520 | £2,879,408 | £2,873,425 | £3,098,769 | £1,863,830 | 54 / 43 |
| 2022 | £3,018,551 | £2,796,559 | £2,766,385 | £3,032,857 | £2,058,976 | 52 / 45 |
| 2021 | £2,820,755 | £2,577,190 | £2,168,179 | £2,782,265 | £1,776,674 | 55 / 44 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about National Day Nurseries Association
What does National Day Nurseries Association do?
The object of National Day Nurseries Association is to support the delivery of quality care and early learning for children.
How much income did National Day Nurseries Association report in 2025?
National Day Nurseries Association reported total income of £3.43m and reported expenditure of £3.86m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is National Day Nurseries Association?
National Day Nurseries Association has a program ratio of 112.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was National Day Nurseries Association registered as a charity?
National Day Nurseries Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 November 1999 as charity number 1078275. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs National Day Nurseries Association?
National Day Nurseries Association is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does National Day Nurseries Association operate?
National Day Nurseries Association operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is National Day Nurseries Association a registered charity?
Yes — National Day Nurseries Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078275.
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