St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown)
Also known as: Our Lady's Playgroup
Playgroup run by committee of elected parents, also employ an administrator. Close relations with Ofsted, PATA and Early Years and Childcare Service. Close links with church and school whose grounds we operate from. Fundraise to replenish toys and equipment. Also to provide astro turf surface to outside play area.
Activities & Mission
Playgroup run by committee of elected parents, also employ an administrator. Close relations with Ofsted, PATA and Early Years and Childcare Service. Close links with church and school whose grounds we operate from. Fundraise to replenish toys and equipment. Also to provide astro turf surface to outside play area.
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
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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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £62,140 | £67,767 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £81,310 | £74,052 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £43,428 | £57,281 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £42,448 | £52,752 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £70,629 | £64,457 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown)
What does St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) do?
Playgroup run by committee of elected parents, also employ an administrator. Close relations with Ofsted, PATA and Early Years and Childcare Service. Close links with church and school whose grounds we operate from. Fundraise to replenish toys and equipment. Also to provide astro turf surface to outside play area.
How much income did St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) report in 2024?
St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) reported total income of £62k and reported expenditure of £68k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) registered as a charity?
St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 2003 as charity number 1097701. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown)?
St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Richard Keegan-Knowles. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) operate?
St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) a registered charity?
Yes — St Mary's Playgroup (churchdown) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097701.
Details
Cheltenham Road East
GLOUCESTER
GL3 1HU
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Also Known As
- Our Lady's Playgroup
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- 14 May 2026
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