The London Early Years Foundation
Also known as: Westminster Children's Society
The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) is one of the UK's largest charitable social enterprises with a social purpose of 'changing the world one child at a time'. We achieve our social purpose by giving London's children aged 0-5 years the best start in life through the highest quality Early Years Education and Care, especially those who otherwise may not be able to access or afford it.
Activities & Mission
The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) is one of the UK's largest charitable social enterprises with a social purpose of 'changing the world one child at a time'. We achieve our social purpose by giving London's children aged 0-5 years the best start in life through the highest quality Early Years Education and Care, especially those who otherwise may not be able to access or afford it.
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 69% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (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 | £37,158,611 | £36,377,558 | £36,377,558 | £3,281,657 | £0 | 941 / 0 |
| 2024 | £32,080,481 | £32,464,031 | £32,464,031 | £2,500,604 | £1,226,937 | 868 / 0 |
| 2023 | £29,040,275 | £29,436,719 | £29,436,719 | £2,884,154 | £1,563,972 | 793 / 0 |
| 2022 | £27,123,556 | £26,960,551 | £26,960,551 | £3,280,598 | £2,295,958 | 814 / 0 |
| 2021 | £22,219,410 | £22,220,175 | £22,220,175 | £3,117,593 | £1,927,338 | 788 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The London Early Years Foundation
What does The London Early Years Foundation do?
The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) is one of the UK's largest charitable social enterprises with a social purpose of 'changing the world one child at a time'. We achieve our social purpose by giving London's children aged 0-5 years the best start in life through the highest quality Early Years Education and Care, especially those who otherwise may not be able to access or afford it.
How much income did The London Early Years Foundation report in 2025?
The London Early Years Foundation reported total income of £37.16m and reported expenditure of £36.38m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The London Early Years Foundation?
The London Early Years Foundation has a program ratio of 97.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 69% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The London Early Years Foundation registered as a charity?
The London Early Years Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 March 1988 as charity number 299686. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs The London Early Years Foundation?
The London Early Years Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The London Early Years Foundation operate?
The London Early Years Foundation operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The London Early Years Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The London Early Years Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299686.
Details
121 MARSHAM STREET
LONDON
SW1P 4LX
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Also Known As
- Westminster Children's Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated