Pata (uk)
Also known as: Pata
ENHANCE DEVELOPMENT,CARE AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN PRIMARILY UNDER SCHOOL AGE AND CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE OF SCHOOL AGE BY ENCOURAGING PARENTS TO UNDERSTAND AND PROVIDE FOR NEEDS OF THEIR CHILDREN THROUGH COMMUNITY GROUPS.ENCOURAGE FORMATION OF GROUPS OFFERING PLAY,EDUCATION AND CARE;OFFER SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO GROUPS; ENCOURAGE STUDY OF NEEDS OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.PROVIDE TRAINING.
Activities & Mission
ENHANCE DEVELOPMENT,CARE AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN PRIMARILY UNDER SCHOOL AGE AND CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE OF SCHOOL AGE BY ENCOURAGING PARENTS TO UNDERSTAND AND PROVIDE FOR NEEDS OF THEIR CHILDREN THROUGH COMMUNITY GROUPS.ENCOURAGE FORMATION OF GROUPS OFFERING PLAY,EDUCATION AND CARE;OFFER SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO GROUPS; ENCOURAGE STUDY OF NEEDS OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.PROVIDE TRAINING.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 66% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 65% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 59% 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
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £1,083,384 | £1,067,012 | £1,064,084 | £351,901 | £323,751 | 60 / 8 |
| 2024 | £965,599 | £986,233 | £978,386 | £335,529 | £307,719 | 58 / 3 |
| 2023 | £865,245 | £963,901 | £958,762 | £356,163 | £317,959 | 54 / 2 |
| 2022 | £1,066,835 | £992,206 | £985,895 | £454,819 | £407,130 | 54 / 3 |
| 2021 | £782,425 | £818,796 | £812,683 | £380,190 | £352,710 | 52 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Pata (uk)
What does Pata (uk) do?
ENHANCE DEVELOPMENT,CARE AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN PRIMARILY UNDER SCHOOL AGE AND CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE OF SCHOOL AGE BY ENCOURAGING PARENTS TO UNDERSTAND AND PROVIDE FOR NEEDS OF THEIR CHILDREN THROUGH COMMUNITY GROUPS.ENCOURAGE FORMATION OF GROUPS OFFERING PLAY,EDUCATION AND CARE;OFFER SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO GROUPS; ENCOURAGE STUDY OF NEEDS OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.PROVIDE TRAINING.
How much income did Pata (uk) report in 2025?
Pata (uk) reported total income of £1.08m and reported expenditure of £1.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Pata (uk)?
Pata (uk) has a program ratio of 98.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Pata (uk) registered as a charity?
Pata (uk) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 2008 as charity number 1124222. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Pata (uk)?
Pata (uk) is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nicola Cranfield. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Pata (uk) operate?
Pata (uk) operates across 7 areas, including Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Monmouthshire and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Pata (uk) a registered charity?
Yes — Pata (uk) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124222.
Details
Chequers Bridge Centre
Painswick Road
GLOUCESTER
GL4 6PR
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated