Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited
Also known as: Rutherford Rascals Preschool
To enhance the development and education of children primarily under statutory age by encouraging parents to understand and provide the needs of their children through groups and by offering appropriate play, education and care facilities, family learning and extended hours groups ensuring all opportunities are for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, means or ability.
Activities & Mission
To enhance the development and education of children primarily under statutory age by encouraging parents to understand and provide the needs of their children through groups and by offering appropriate play, education and care facilities, family learning and extended hours groups ensuring all opportunities are for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, means or ability.
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 49% 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 69% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £633,462 | £566,069 | £566,069 | £446,467 | £65,316 | 23 / 0 |
| 2024 | £542,054 | £524,717 | £524,717 | £379,074 | £60,546 | 24 / 0 |
| 2023 | £504,898 | £503,765 | £459,285 | £361,737 | £52,961 | 26 / 0 |
| 2022 | £489,331 | £471,950 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £489,522 | £478,624 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited
What does Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited do?
To enhance the development and education of children primarily under statutory age by encouraging parents to understand and provide the needs of their children through groups and by offering appropriate play, education and care facilities, family learning and extended hours groups ensuring all opportunities are for all children whatever their race, culture, religion, means or ability.
How much income did Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited report in 2025?
Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited reported total income of £633k and reported expenditure of £566k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited?
Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited has a program ratio of 89.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited registered as a charity?
Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 February 2012 as charity number 1145918. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited?
Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kieran Dimelow. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited operate?
Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Putnoe Woods Preschool Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145918.
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Also Known As
- Rutherford Rascals Preschool
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- 14 May 2026
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