Little Oaks Playschool SEEGS no. 522279 Reg. Charity no. 1036342
Little Oaks Playschool Framlingham Road Dennington Suffolk IP13 8DD
Trustees Report 24/10/2025
General situation:
This year has been one of great progress and teamwork at Little Oaks Playschool. Our children have thrived; our staff have continued to deliver exceptional care and learning. Our committee of trustees have worked to ensure the long-term stability of the setting. The trustee committee has met regularly throughout the year to ensure compliance with Ofsted and Charity Commission requirements. We have welcomed new trustees this year, currently registering them with Ofsted.
The trustees of Little Oaks Playschool note that the accounts for 2024 to 2025 are true and accurate, and that Playschool have remained open at their purpose-built building in Dennington.
The charity continues to reach its objectives, taking on new children, hiring new staff to meet the needs of the growing demand of places and has been kept in good order.
We were delighted by the positive feedback from Ofsted, achieving outstanding Ofsted rating. Staff have worked tirelessly to support children’s learning and development, ensuring they have a fun and neutering environment to grow and thrive. Our dedicated team have undertaken training. We are proud of their continued enthusiasm for professional development and for mainting such a caring and positive environment.
Financial situation:
The 2025 annual summary and accounts have been completed and balanced; they have been signed off by a third-party official. Thanks to successful fundraising events, we were able to purchase new equipment. Rising costs in utilities and resources remain a challenge, but careful budgeting has kept us in a strong financial position.
Looking ahead, our priorities include strengthening links with local community, continue to invest in outdoor learning, and exploring funding opportunities to enhance our facilities.
I would like to extend heartful thanks to our staff team for their unwavering dedication, to our families for their support and trust, and to our committee for their time and commitment behind the scenes.
It has been a privilege to serve as Chair this year. With strong, caring team and wonderful community support, the Playschool continues to offer children the very best start in their learning journey.
24/10/2025 Kirstie Gladwell, Chairperson, Trustee c = Kerry Eustace, Secretary, Trustee pp
2023 to 2025 Badingham Playschool- Statement of Accounts - to Istjanuary year end. 2024-2025 ncome Icurrent account) Grant Funding, SCC Play School fees Fundrdising Other Interest Total income enditure (current account) Consumables Food Equipment Training Wages Hall fees23124 LO maintenance and rent of other venues Other services, water electricity insurance phone and broadband Total Expenditureleurrent account) 192,437.92 154,184.07 2,415.17 614.50 1,082.92 350,734.58 4,365.05 4,833.56 6,690.95 777.91 298,148.42 8,287.78 1,997.84 2,623.94 3,042.49 577.00 331,344.94 19,389.64 Net current account Current account 10135798 Opening Balance Closing Balance Difference in Balance RtrY¢ account 80135801 (redundancylcontin£¢llcy fund) Opening Balance Closing Balance Difference in Balance nd rahsing gdccount 33092836 or new premiseslimprovemeDts) . pening Balance losing Balance 44,957.87 36,926.18 8,031.69 50,813.27 76,895.56 26,082.29 756.87 . **; 1,339.04 Difference in balances/ Net (all 3 accounts) 19,389.64 J fvIKbJEqrdÈ£ I c £iut(110 fi,4fb1L fTrJtMkwl SJfvLk Ifis IAq 11° Mfidsi 2011 • 202¥ 2 D21,