The Orchard

Also known as: Orchard Playgroup

Community Pre-school - providing early years education for 2-5 year olds

Activities & Mission

Community Pre-school - providing early years education for 2-5 year olds

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.

Local Authority

Buckinghamshire Oxfordshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£105,829

Latest Expenditure

£74,809

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 70.7%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 70.7%

Expenditure as % of income

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	Staff
2025	£105,829	£74,809	0 / 0
2024	£53,711	£53,607	0 / 3
2023	£63,348	£71,919	0 / 10
2022	£59,131	£61,299	0 / 5
2021	£56,775	£48,629	0 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Orchard

What does The Orchard do?

Community Pre-school - providing early years education for 2-5 year olds

How much income did The Orchard report in 2025?

The Orchard reported total income of £106k and reported expenditure of £75k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Orchard registered as a charity?

The Orchard was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 November 1993 as charity number 1028227. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs The Orchard?

The Orchard is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Orchard operate?

The Orchard operates across 2 areas: Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.

Is The Orchard a registered charity?

Yes — The Orchard is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1028227.