The Toy Library Limited

Also known as: Bulwell Community Toy Library Limited

TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN BY THE PROVISION CHILDCARE AND PLAY RELATED SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT AND EDUCATING PARENTS AS TO THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY.

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Activities & Mission

TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN BY THE PROVISION CHILDCARE AND PLAY RELATED SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT AND EDUCATING PARENTS AS TO THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY.

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

Nottingham City Nottinghamshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£840,202

Latest Expenditure

£768,094

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 91.4%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 0.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £22,242

Charitable Activities £800,457

Other Trading £0

Investments £17,503

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £768,094

Raising Funds £0

Governance £0

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

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	£840,202	£768,094	£768,094	£491,403	£274,269	38 / 15
2024	£911,008	£851,941	£851,941	£419,295	£185,968	48 / 8
2023	£913,925	£812,074	£812,074	£360,228	£137,473	45 / 20
2022	£837,495	£717,026	£717,026	£258,377	£79,969	40 / 12
2021	£804,380	£789,566	£789,566	£137,908	£11,576	52 / 9

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Toy Library Limited

What does The Toy Library Limited do?

TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN BY THE PROVISION CHILDCARE AND PLAY RELATED SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT AND EDUCATING PARENTS AS TO THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY.

How much income did The Toy Library Limited report in 2025?

The Toy Library Limited reported total income of £840k and reported expenditure of £768k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Toy Library Limited registered as a charity?

The Toy Library Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2007 as charity number 1117739. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs The Toy Library Limited?

The Toy Library Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Toy Library Limited operate?

The Toy Library Limited operates across 2 areas: Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

Is The Toy Library Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Toy Library Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117739.