Little John's Preschool Annual Report to 31 August 2023-24 This report was approved unanimously by the Trustees of Little John's Preschool on 6th June 2025 Signed on behalf of the Trustees by: Suki Kaur Date.. 6th June 2025 The Management Committee present this report with the financial statements of the Preschool for the year ended 31 August 2024 INCORPORATION AND CONSTITUTION Little John's Preschool is a registered charity (No 1036192) and is registered in England as a charitable company (No 7199734). The company was incorporated on 23 March 2010.
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY AND OBJECT OF THE CHARITY The charity's main goal is to support the development and education of children, mainlyth05e below school age. We achieve this by running a community Preschool at St John the Baptist Church in Clarendon Park, Leicester, offering play, education, and care facilities five days a week during temi time. Parents are encouraged to understand and meet their children's needs and get involved with the Preschool's activities. Our sessions are inclusive of all children, re8ardless of race, culture, religion, means, or ability. We also promote the study of children's needs and aim to raise public awareness of these needs. STATEMENT 'Little John's Preschool - the place to play, learn and grow." BENEFITS TO THE COMMUNITY Little John's Preschool ha5 been operating since late 2009. It is located in the Parish Centre of Stjohn the Baptist Church in Clarendon Park, a communlty in Leicester with many young families. The Preschool premises are opposite the primary school of St John the Baptist. While not directly affiliated with the School or the Church, its proximity is convenient for many families, and numerous children transition to the foundation stage at St John's School. The care and education provided aim to help children learn and develop essential skills necessary for entry into primary school and beyond. The Preschool focuses on developing skills such as social and emotional development, communication, language, teamwork, and safety, which help children become confident and active members of their local community. The staff at Little John's Preschool are knowledgeable in various aspects of Early Years childcare and share this knowledge with families from the local community. They offer advice on diet, mealtimes, oral hygiene, toilet training, and behaviour management. Additional support is available from external professionals such as speech and language therapists, play therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, early years support, and the area SENCO teacher. Little John's Preschool is overseen by a committee composed of volunteers and Preschool staff. This allows local parents to contribute to the development and education of their children and gain valuable experience and skills through voluntary work. The Committee encourages participation in community events and fosters links with local businesses, educational establishments, and charities. MANAGER'S REPORT
By the end of the 2023-24 academic year, there were 45 children enrolled. This included 6 two-year- olds accessing 15 hours of fundin8 and 39 three- to four-year-olds accessin8 all or part of their universal or extended fundlng115 or 30 hours). During 2023-24, the Preschool collaborated with parents through termly consultations, a joint workshop with St John's School Foundation teachers on school readiness, an oral health information programme, and a healthy cooking/eating program. Staff training in first aid, food hygiene, and safeguarding was maintained up to date. Preschool policies and risk a55essment5 were reviewed reBularly by staff. Feedback from St John's Baptist School indicated that the transition has been successful, with children settling into the new school environment, appearing confident and independent, and prepared to begin their educational journey and new routine. COMMITTEE'S REPORT The Preschool operates Monday to Friday, offering 30 hours of FEEE to eligible parents. It accepts both FEEE and private paying 2-year-olds, With fees for under-35 remaining at £21,(J) per 3-hour se55ion. The relationship with St John's the Baptist School and Church is positive, with leadership teams supporting these partnerships, The Preschool participated in school and church events, promoting itself. This year, 28 preschool leavers went to St John's the Baptist School, while others attended 5 Avenue Primary, 2 St Thomas More, and l Overdale Infant School. FINANCIAL REPORT The financial report was reviewed and approved. During 2023-24, considering FEEE funding received, a loss of approximately £3,000 occurred. As a charitable not-for-profit organization, the Preschool subsidized activities such a5 children's dance and Yoga sessions and the Christmas party. The Preschool a150 facilitated the migration of children's records and learning journeys. It is legally required to offer a workplace pension scheme, which is managed by our accountant. Currently. the manager and five staff members are enrolled, including an apprentice who qualified in April 2024. The Preschool provides placements for students registered with one of the approved national apprenticeship schemes, which involve a set salary cost. In 2023124, the preschool supported one unqualified apprentice studyinE level 2 to achieve the qualification. TRUSTEES Rachel Young - Chairlsecretary
Treasurer Suki Kaur - Staff Representative - Parent Representative STAFF The staff members for the 2023-24 period were as follows: l Manager I Senior Practitioner and Special Educational Needs Coordinator ISENCO) 2 Senior Practitioners 2 Preschool Practitloners l Level 2 Apprentice l one to on practitioner l Bank Staff Member PLAN FOR 2023-24 Increase the number of enTolled children to ensure financial Stability. Develop the preschool's market presen within the area using local amenitie5 and groups. Maintain and strengthen the relationship with St. John's School and the Church. Foster relationships with parents and encourage their involvement in their children's learning and development through active participation in the Preschool and the Committee. Continue collaboration with other professional agencies such as the Area Special Needs teacher, Family Support Worker, local authorities, social workers, police, Duty Assessment Team (DAS), Ofsted, Early Support Team, Sure Start, health visitors, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and NHS dietary support services.
Lsttle Johrfs PrnwS¢hool ccount5 (I September 2022- 31 August 2023) 8alan¢e sheet a5 at 31 Au 2023 2022-23 23-24 22-Z3 Cash At 8ank 31st August 2023 £50,824.10 £33,201.32 ilabllltles: Accruals- Rent owed to Church Accruals- Accountancy £0.63 £1,136.37 Accruals- PAYE And NIIPensions E3.021.23 £1,043.12 Deferred incorne- FEEE paid early £21,751.53 £16,445.48 Creditors £105.79 £372.09 £24,879.18 £18,997.06 Net Assets £25,944.92 £16,477.00 Re5eThe5 Opening Balance- Re5eNes £15,340.00 £23,013.97 Income & Expendure account £10.60Q92 -£6,53&97 otal Funds £25,944.92 £16N77
Income & Ex enditure account 2023- 2024 2022 - 2023 Income Nursery Education Grant INEG/FEEE/EYPPI Fees £120,367.12 £97,049.87 Apprenticeship Office costs refunded Consumableslartivities Govmt Job Retention Scheme furlough Registrationsfinsurance refunded Pension refunded Payroll refunds otal £120.367.12 £97,049.87 Expendlture £3,777.60 Professional fees £1,506.96 Fees refunded Accountant fees £1,800.00 £1,975.00 Staff wages £90,234.92 £80.679.41 Penslon £1,315.16 £1.118.35 Rent £11,907.00 £11,718.00 Consumables £187.03 Office costs £476.02 £465.44 Training £330.80 £317.02 Insurance £100.80 El,142.54 Entertalnment & Attlvlties £741.90 £638.87 elephone and internet £660.20 £826.76 Cleaning £367.14 £362.57 Subscriptions £114.99 £235.C Sundry £206.31 E143.25 Total Expenditure £109,762.20 £103.586.84 £10.604.92 6.536.97
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examinerfs report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of Cl)&i'tty Ilaalie LIThLE JOHN'S PRE-SCHOOL On accounts for the year ended 3110812024 Charity no (if any) 1036192 Set out on pages {reE¥rEbel io inknlude the p3ge riLY)tErs Qi I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ('the Trust.) for the year ended Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act.). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried o'ul under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention (other than that disclosed below ') in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord wilh the accounting records Independent examinerfs statement I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Pleas lete the words in the brackets rf they do not apply. Signed: Date: 0510612025 Name: Sanjay Ravatia. (Advice4accounts Lld) Relevant professional qualification{s) or body (if any): Member of Certified Public Accountant Association Membership Number- 05391323A Address: Unit A 101, Melton Road Leicester - LE4 6PN IER October 2018
Section B Disclosure Only complete rf the examiner needs to highlight matters of concem (see CC32. Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidance for examiners). Give here brief detsils of any Items that the examiner wishes to dlsclose. IER October 2018