Pre-School Learning Alliance
A membership organisation for early years providers, our charitable purpose is to give children the best start in life by providing services that promote child development and support families especially those in deprived areas. This is achieved through early intervention and family services programmes, advising and representing our members and developing our own settings in deprived communities.
Activities & Mission
A membership organisation for early years providers, our charitable purpose is to give children the best start in life by providing services that promote child development and support families especially those in deprived areas. This is achieved through early intervention and family services programmes, advising and representing our members and developing our own settings in deprived communities.
Grants
Pre-School Learning Alliance makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £21,192,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £20,709,000 | £21,192,000 | £20,694,000 | £3,186,000 | £2,623,000 | 672 / 20 |
| 2025 | £26,850,000 | £27,033,000 | £27,033,000 | £3,928,000 | £1,576,000 | 803 / 30 |
| 2024 | £25,726,000 | £27,492,000 | £27,039,000 | £4,910,000 | £2,950,000 | 843 / 30 |
| 2023 | £26,012,000 | £26,647,000 | £26,647,000 | £6,292,000 | £4,400,000 | 984 / 25 |
| 2022 | £26,346,000 | £25,952,000 | £25,952,000 | £7,158,000 | £5,383,000 | 1050 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about Pre-School Learning Alliance
What does Pre-School Learning Alliance do?
A membership organisation for early years providers, our charitable purpose is to give children the best start in life by providing services that promote child development and support families especially those in deprived areas. This is achieved through early intervention and family services programmes, advising and representing our members and developing our own settings in deprived communities.
How much income did Pre-School Learning Alliance report in 2026?
Pre-School Learning Alliance reported total income of £20.71m and reported expenditure of £21.19m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Pre-School Learning Alliance registered as a charity?
Pre-School Learning Alliance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 March 2003 as charity number 1096526. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Pre-School Learning Alliance?
Pre-School Learning Alliance is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Elizabeth Presswood. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Pre-School Learning Alliance operate?
Pre-School Learning Alliance operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Pre-School Learning Alliance a registered charity?
Yes — Pre-School Learning Alliance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096526.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
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