The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO
THE CHARITY IS ESTABLISHED AS A PLAYSCHEME WITH A DIFFERENCE, FOR THE BENEFIT OF CHILDREN WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS WHO HAVE AN EHCP AND ARE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 5 AND 18 YEARS. IT HAS AN 'OPEN DOOR' POLICY WHEREBY NO CHILD, HOWEVER SERIOUS THEIR NEED, IS EVER REFUSED. THE CHARITY PROVIDES STIMULATING AND NEW EXPERIENCES FOR THE CHILDREN FOR THREE WEEKS IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS EACH YEAR.
Activities & Mission
THE CHARITY IS ESTABLISHED AS A PLAYSCHEME WITH A DIFFERENCE, FOR THE BENEFIT OF CHILDREN WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS WHO HAVE AN EHCP AND ARE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 5 AND 18 YEARS. IT HAS AN 'OPEN DOOR' POLICY WHEREBY NO CHILD, HOWEVER SERIOUS THEIR NEED, IS EVER REFUSED. THE CHARITY PROVIDES STIMULATING AND NEW EXPERIENCES FOR THE CHILDREN FOR THREE WEEKS IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS EACH YEAR.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2017 — The Chanctonbury Community Playscheme Association for Children with Special Needs (organisation 284353)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £48,500 | £47,936 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2023 | £56,125 | £39,662 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2022 | £33,309 | £24,499 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2021 | £4,563 | £5,582 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2020 | £4,109 | £7,781 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO
What does The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO do?
THE CHARITY IS ESTABLISHED AS A PLAYSCHEME WITH A DIFFERENCE, FOR THE BENEFIT OF CHILDREN WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS WHO HAVE AN EHCP AND ARE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 5 AND 18 YEARS. IT HAS AN 'OPEN DOOR' POLICY WHEREBY NO CHILD, HOWEVER SERIOUS THEIR NEED, IS EVER REFUSED. THE CHARITY PROVIDES STIMULATING AND NEW EXPERIENCES FOR THE CHILDREN FOR THREE WEEKS IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS EACH YEAR.
How much income did The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO report in 2024?
The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £48k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO registered as a charity?
The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 August 2014 as charity number 1158377. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO?
The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER WOODCOCK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO operate?
The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO a registered charity?
Yes — The Chanctonbury Community Play Scheme CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158377.
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BN14 9AU
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