The Ark Child Okeford
Enhancing the development and education of children in a parent-involving, community based group offering good quality affordable childcare. Providing a caring, safe, secure and stimulating environment for children from 0 - 11 years. Working within a framework that ensures equality of opportunity for all children and families.The charity took over the assets of The Ark, charity no. 1037851
Activities & Mission
Enhancing the development and education of children in a parent-involving, community based group offering good quality affordable childcare. Providing a caring, safe, secure and stimulating environment for children from 0 - 11 years. Working within a framework that ensures equality of opportunity for all children and families.The charity took over the assets of The Ark, charity no. 1037851
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 50% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 65% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 81% 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 | £586,131 | £529,019 | £528,737 | £225,007 | £220,657 | 21 / 0 |
| 2024 | £489,282 | £483,288 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £437,965 | £430,863 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £388,228 | £402,481 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £414,254 | £365,871 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ark Child Okeford
What does The Ark Child Okeford do?
Enhancing the development and education of children in a parent-involving, community based group offering good quality affordable childcare. Providing a caring, safe, secure and stimulating environment for children from 0 - 11 years. Working within a framework that ensures equality of opportunity for all children and families.The charity took over the assets of The Ark, charity no. 1037851
How much income did The Ark Child Okeford report in 2025?
The Ark Child Okeford reported total income of £586k and reported expenditure of £529k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ark Child Okeford?
The Ark Child Okeford has a program ratio of 90.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ark Child Okeford registered as a charity?
The Ark Child Okeford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 2008 as charity number 1125688. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Ark Child Okeford?
The Ark Child Okeford is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Emma-Louise Nicholls. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ark Child Okeford operate?
The Ark Child Okeford operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ark Child Okeford a registered charity?
Yes — The Ark Child Okeford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125688.
Details
STATION ROAD
CHILD OKEFORD
BLANDFORD FORUM
DT11 8EL
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