**MOSTERTON PRESCHOOL Registered Charity Number: 1027102** 

## **Trustees’ Annual Report** 

**For the year ended 31 August 2024** 

## **1. Reference and Administrative Details** 

- **Charity Name:** Mosterton Preschool 

- **Charity Registration Number:** 1027102 

- **Address:** Mosterton Preschool, Fairoak Way, Mosterton, Dorset, DT8 3JQ 

- **Names of Trustees:** 

   - Carley Pearson - Chairperson 

   - Esme Wardle 

   - Samantha Larcombe 

   - Claire Wills 

   - Hayley Christy 

   - Maisie Helen 

   - Rio Blakemore 

- **Principal Contact:** Stephanie Pinkett 

- **Bankers:** Lloyds Bank 

## **2. Structure, Governance and Management** 

Mosterton Preschool is a registered charity governed by its constitution. The charity is managed by a committee of trustees who are elected. Day-to-day operations are overseen by the Preschool Manager. 

Trustees are recruited from parents, carers, and members of the local community, with an emphasis on relevant skills and a commitment to early years education. New trustees receive an induction pack and ongoing support. 

## **3. Objectives and Activities** 

The charity’s objective is to advance the education and development of children under statutory school age by providing safe and stimulating preschool activities. 

In pursuit of this goal, the preschool: 

- Provides a structured and supportive learning environment 

- Follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework 



- Engages with parents and the community to support child development 

## **4. Achievements and Performance** 

During the reporting year: 

- We supported up to 42 children aged 2-4 from the local area. 

- Maintained a high standard of care and education. 

- Expanded resources and activities, including outdoor learning, SEN support, etc. 

- Fundraised successfully for equipment, child entertainment and building upgrades raising £2,411. 

Challenges included funding pressures and staffing, but we continued to meet our core objectives. 

## **5. Financial Review** 

**Income:** The charity’s income for the year was £151,517. This came from local authority funding, parent fees, fundraising and donations. 

**Expenditure:** Total spending was £161,773, primarily on staff salaries, insurance, resources, and utilities. 

The charity ended the year with a deficit of £10,256 and reserves of around £9,000. 

**Reserves Policy:** The trustees aim to hold reserves sufficient to cover at least two months' core operating costs, approximately £6,000. 

## **6. Plans for the Future** 

In the coming year, we plan to: 

- Enhance our outdoor learning provision 

- Increase staff training and development 

- Improve SEN support and inclusive practices 

- Continue to seek sustainable funding and community partnerships 

## **7. Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities** 



The trustees are responsible for preparing the trustees’ annual report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and guidance issued by the Charity Commission. 

**Approved by the Trustees on 8 June 2025** and signed on their behalf by: Zoe Rutland - Administrator