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
{re￿￿E¥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