Pippin Playgroup
Pippin Pre-School is a Committee run group established in the 1960s. The highly qualified team at Pippin are totally dedicated to the welfare of every child in their care. Our aim is to promote enjoyable, purposeful play that encourages learning and development in an atmosphere, which is safe, relaxed, healthy and fun.
Activities & Mission
Pippin Pre-School is a Committee run group established in the 1960s. The highly qualified team at Pippin are totally dedicated to the welfare of every child in their care. Our aim is to promote enjoyable, purposeful play that encourages learning and development in an atmosphere, which is safe, relaxed, healthy and fun.
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 75% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £611,290 | £616,354 | £616,354 | £347,280 | £87,280 | 27 / 0 |
| 2023 | £563,631 | £588,704 | £588,704 | £352,344 | £92,344 | 27 / 0 |
| 2022 | £522,432 | £548,001 | £548,001 | £377,417 | £117,417 | 29 / 0 |
| 2021 | £501,971 | £493,858 | £50,990 | £402,986 | £142,986 | 30 / 0 |
| 2020 | £462,995 | £522,407 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Pippin Playgroup
What does Pippin Playgroup do?
Pippin Pre-School is a Committee run group established in the 1960s. The highly qualified team at Pippin are totally dedicated to the welfare of every child in their care. Our aim is to promote enjoyable, purposeful play that encourages learning and development in an atmosphere, which is safe, relaxed, healthy and fun.
How much income did Pippin Playgroup report in 2024?
Pippin Playgroup reported total income of £611k and reported expenditure of £616k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Pippin Playgroup?
Pippin Playgroup has a program ratio of 100.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 75% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Pippin Playgroup registered as a charity?
Pippin Playgroup was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 November 1993 as charity number 1028855. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Pippin Playgroup?
Pippin Playgroup is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Maricris McDonald Payne. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Pippin Playgroup operate?
Pippin Playgroup operates across 3 areas: Bedford, Central Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.
Is Pippin Playgroup a registered charity?
Yes — Pippin Playgroup is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1028855.
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