Trustees' Annual Report for the period
Period start date Period end date 01 Septembe 2023 31 August 2024 A From r To Section A Reference and administration details Charity name Marsden Preschool Playgroup & Toddlers Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1023134 ~~——~~ Charity's principal address Lakeside Brougham Road, Marsden, Huddersfield Postcode HD7 6AE
Section A Reference and administration details
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
Dates acted if not for whole Name of person (or body) entitled Trustee name Office (if any) year to appoint trustee (if any) Chair 1[Kirsty ] Shepherdson Treasurer 2[Kirsty ] Shepherdson 3 Sue Robson ~~———~~ Secretary 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
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| Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of adviser Name Address |
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of adviser Name Address |
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of adviser Name Address |
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| Accountant | Wheawill & Sudworth Ltd |
35 Westgate, Huddersfield, HD1 1PA |
| Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information) | ||
Section B Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
We have adopted the PreSchool Learning Alliance Constitution Type of governing document (eg. trust deed, constitution) Trust How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company) Elected at Annual General Meeting or co-opted at other meetings Trustee selection methods (eg. appointed by, elected by)
Additional governance issues (Optional information)
Trustees are required to undergo a DBS check with OFSTED. You may choose to include additional information, where We have very strong links with Marsden Infant and Nursery School and relevant, about: we run a very successful Lunch Club on their premises for Playgroup and • Nursery children which enables children to experience the school policies and procedures adopted for the induction and environment and aids their transition to mainstream school. training of trustees; Playgroup has excellent links with the local authority early years • the charity’s organisational consultant who provides us with continued support and advice to enhance structure and any wider and improve provision. We are highly rated by Kirklees Council and as network with which the charity such have been deemed a ‘Green’ setting, which in turn allows us to works; attract additional funding for disadvantaged 2 year old children. • relationship with any related We have sufficient reserves in order to ensure Playgroup can keep parties; operating in case there are any gaps in income for whatever reason.
- trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.
Section C Objectives and activities
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Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document
To provide high quality, affordable childcare and early education for children aged 2-5 within a positive and happy learning environment, enabling children to be ready to learn by the time they reach school.
To enhance the development and education of children primarily under the statutory school age by encouraging parents to understand and provide for the needs of their children and be involved in their developmental and educational learning journey.
The setting provides:
• morning and afternoon sessions of play-centred childcare and early education for local children aged 2-5
• a lunch club on the premises of Marsden Infant and Nursery School. This allows us to provide wrap around care for children attending both morning and afternoon sessions with us and at the Nursery School
It has been agreed that our focus should be on allowing local children to access our play and education rather than focusing on day care for Summary of the main working parents, so although children using our wrap around care can be activities undertaken for the looked after throughout the whole school day, we restrict the number of public benefit in relation to sessions made available to each child to ensure availability to as many these objects (include within children as possible. this section the statutory declaration that trustees have We offer a weekly session for parents and carers with young children to had regard to the guidance attend together for a “stay and play”. This offers a valuable opportunity issued by the Charity for parents and carers to meet regularly and access support and make Commission on public friends within the local community. The session is well attended and benefit) allows us to introduce Playgroup to parents of young children and lets
We offer a weekly session for parents and carers with young children to attend together for a “stay and play”. This offers a valuable opportunity for parents and carers to meet regularly and access support and make friends within the local community. The session is well attended and allows us to introduce Playgroup to parents of young children and lets them experience the facilities for themselves, therefore aiding the transition for the children to attend Playgroup.
The link between our toddler group, our main setting and the school aids the seamless progression of the children from babies all the way to them starting full time education.
Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)
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The Playgroup’s committee is composed of volunteers, the majority of whom have or have had children attending Playgroup, Lunch Club or Toddlers.
We also ask members (parents of children attending one of the groups run by playgroup) to attend the AGM, help with fundraising and volunteer their time to assist with group-led activities eg baking or craft demonstrations.
You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:
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policy on grantmaking;
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policy programme related investment;
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contribution made by volunteers.
The diverse mix of people on our committee affords us a strong blend of skills, knowledge and experience and as a result has strengthened the management of the playgroup and allowed it to develop over recent years into a highly regarded setting offering excellent sessional childcare. We are fortunate to have committed and willing parents who are keen to help and support playgroup whenever they can.
We apply to local run charities for small donations and use these to reinvest in the equipment used within playgroup, we are still very much focused on our outdoor area.
Section D Achievements and performance
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Section D Achievements and performance
Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year
We continue to work well within our local community and support local events wherever possible. These events help raise our profile as well as raising funds to invest in new equipment.
We are continuing to develop the outdoor play area, this being one of the factors preventing playgroup getting an “Excellent” at our last Ofsted inspection. The other was ICT so we have invested in some tablets for the children to use during sessions. We have also invested in some home school learning bags so that the children can continue their learning and share with parents.
We expect our next Ofsted inspection within the next 12 months and are continuously reviewing and improving where necessary to work towards gaining an “Excellent”.
We remain committed to the training and development of our staff team. Our manager is Level 5 qualified, the other members of staff are all qualified to Level 3 or above. All statutory training is up to date for all staff with the manager and deputy attending courses when the opportunities arise to further their knowledge.
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Section E Financial review
We have a small reserve set aside as a contingency fund which would Brief statement of the allow us to run playgroup for a short period of time in the event of charity’s policy on reserves cessation of NEF, termination of lease or emergency closure.(This is held in our savings account.) As per our formal constitution, all funds raised by the playgroup above the contingency fund are reinvested into the setting to ensure we continue to provide high quality education and development opportunities for our local children We continue to reinvest as much of our reserves back into the setting as possible Details of any funds materially N/A in deficit
Further financial review details (Optional information)
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Playgroup’s main source of income is from Nursery Education Funding
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You may choose to include for children over 3. This is received from the term after their third birthday
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additional information, where until they start nursery or school. Each child is entitled to up to 15 hours
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relevant about: per week although not all children take their full entitlement. This is
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• the charity’s principal usually received for a maximum of 2 terms. sources of funds (including We charge a sessional fee for non funded children or any of those who any fundraising); wish to do extra sessions, this is quite low in comparison to full day care
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• how expenditure has settings but our aim is to make it affordable to all not just working parents.
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supported the key objectives We receive a regular income from the lunch club, this is well attended
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of the charity; and has little running costs.
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• investment policy and We are also able to offer the 2 year old entitlement funding which is objectives including any specifically aimed at low income households to enable their children to ethical investment policy have access to settings such as ours, we currently have a minimal adopted. number of children with this funding but it is increasing. We apply for grants from local charities, Kirklees and other grant awarding bodies as well as holding fundraising events at village events. We do not earn any significant interest on our reserves due to the size of them and the fact that our savings need to be risk free so are held in a short notice account.
Section F Other optional information
We remain committed to providing high quality affordable childcare within the local area.
Our staff team remains strong and committed to the sustainability of playgroup.
Section G Declaration
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The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) K Shepherdson Full name(s) KIRSTY SHEPHERDSON Position (eg Secretary, Chair, CHAIR etc) Date 10/2/21
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
ACCOUNTS
31 AUGUST 2024
| CONTENTS | Page |
|---|---|
| Information | 1 |
| Receipts and payments account | 2 |
| Balance sheet | 3 |
| Independent Examiner’s report | 4 |
Registered Charity Number: 1023134
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
INFORMATION
Address
Lakeside Off Brougham Road Marsden Huddersfield HD7 6AE
Treasurer
K Shepherdson 5 Booth Farm Kettle Lane West Slaithwaite Huddersfield HD7 5XB
Accountants
Wheawill & Sudworth Limited Chartered Accountants 35 Westgate Huddersfield HD1 1PA
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
for the year ended
31 AUGUST 2024
| 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Receipts | ||
| Nursery education funding | 54,633 | 42,287 |
| Playgroup fees | 9,741 | 11,820 |
| Stay and play | 210 | 1,007 |
| Fundraising and donations | 1,589 | 1,249 |
| SENDIF funding | - | 5,041 |
| Deposit account interest | 277 | 84 |
| ────── | ────── | |
| 66,450 | 61,488 | |
| ────── | ────── | |
| Payments | ||
| Wages and taxes | 57,847 | 50,122 |
| Equipment, repairs and refurbishment | 6,618 | 2,552 |
| Utilities | 4,423 | 4,863 |
| Registration, rent and insurance | 1,004 | 1,718 |
| Operating and administration costs | 5,222 | 4,916 |
| Children’s snacks | 484 | 533 |
| Staff training/clothing costs | 181 | 52 |
| Accountancy fees | 600 | 600 |
| ────── | ────── | |
| 76,379 | 65,356 | |
| ────── | ────── | |
| (Deficit) for the year | (9,929) | (3,868) |
| ══════ | ══════ |
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
BALANCE SHEET
31 AUGUST 2024
| 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Cash at bank and in hand: | ||
| Current account | 21,630 | 31,037 |
| Deposit account | 20,463 | 20,186 |
| Petty cash | 1,027 | 1,226 |
| Creditors: | ||
| Accruals | (600) | - |
| ────── | ────── | |
| Net assets | 42,520 | 52,449 |
| ══════ | ══════ | |
| Funds | ||
| At 1 September 2023 | 52,449 | 56,317 |
| (Deficit) for the year | (9,929) | (3,868) |
| ────── | ────── | |
| At 31 August 2024 | 42,520 | 52,449 |
| ══════ | ══════ |
Approved by the members and signed on their behalf by:
………………………………… K SHEPHERDSON TREASURER 22 May 2025
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER TO THE MEMBERS
I report on the accounts of Marsden Pre-School Playgroup for the year ended 31 August 2024 which are set out on pages 2 and 3.
Respective responsibilities of members and examiner
As the members you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The members consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act;
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to follow the procedures laid down in General Directors given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Act; and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as members concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention
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i. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Act have not been met; or
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ii. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
D M Butterworth WHEAWILL & SUDWORTH LIMITED Chartered Accountants 35 Westgate Huddersfield HD1 1PA 22 May 2025
MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
ACCOUNTS
31 AUGUST 2024
| CONTENTS | Page |
|---|---|
| Information | 1 |
| Receipts and payments account | 2 |
| Balance sheet | 3 |
| Independent Examiner’s report | 4 |
Registered Charity Number: 1023134
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
INFORMATION
Address
Lakeside Off Brougham Road Marsden Huddersfield HD7 6AE
Treasurer
K Shepherdson 5 Booth Farm Kettle Lane West Slaithwaite Huddersfield HD7 5XB
Accountants
Wheawill & Sudworth Limited Chartered Accountants 35 Westgate Huddersfield HD1 1PA
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
for the year ended
31 AUGUST 2024
| 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Receipts | ||
| Nursery education funding | 54,633 | 42,287 |
| Playgroup fees | 9,741 | 11,820 |
| Stay and play | 210 | 1,007 |
| Fundraising and donations | 1,589 | 1,249 |
| SENDIF funding | - | 5,041 |
| Deposit account interest | 277 | 84 |
| ────── | ────── | |
| 66,450 | 61,488 | |
| ────── | ────── | |
| Payments | ||
| Wages and taxes | 57,847 | 50,122 |
| Equipment, repairs and refurbishment | 6,618 | 2,552 |
| Utilities | 4,423 | 4,863 |
| Registration, rent and insurance | 1,004 | 1,718 |
| Operating and administration costs | 5,222 | 4,916 |
| Children’s snacks | 484 | 533 |
| Staff training/clothing costs | 181 | 52 |
| Accountancy fees | 600 | 600 |
| ────── | ────── | |
| 76,379 | 65,356 | |
| ────── | ────── | |
| (Deficit) for the year | (9,929) | (3,868) |
| ══════ | ══════ |
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
BALANCE SHEET
31 AUGUST 2024
| 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Cash at bank and in hand: | ||
| Current account | 21,630 | 31,037 |
| Deposit account | 20,463 | 20,186 |
| Petty cash | 1,027 | 1,226 |
| Creditors: | ||
| Accruals | (600) | - |
| ────── | ────── | |
| Net assets | 42,520 | 52,449 |
| ══════ | ══════ | |
| Funds | ||
| At 1 September 2023 | 52,449 | 56,317 |
| (Deficit) for the year | (9,929) | (3,868) |
| ────── | ────── | |
| At 31 August 2024 | 42,520 | 52,449 |
| ══════ | ══════ |
Approved by the members and signed on their behalf by:
………………………………… K SHEPHERDSON TREASURER 22 May 2025
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MARSDEN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP
REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER TO THE MEMBERS
I report on the accounts of Marsden Pre-School Playgroup for the year ended 31 August 2024 which are set out on pages 2 and 3.
Respective responsibilities of members and examiner
As the members you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The members consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
-
examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act;
-
to follow the procedures laid down in General Directors given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Act; and
-
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as members concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention
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i. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Act have not been met; or
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ii. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
D M Butterworth WHEAWILL & SUDWORTH LIMITED Chartered Accountants 35 Westgate Huddersfield HD1 1PA 22 May 2025