## **Chair’s Report** This year has presented a number of challenges for the setting, particularly around staffing. Due to periods of staff absence and changes within the staff team, a significant amount of the Trustees’ time and attention has been focused on supporting the management team and ensuring that staffing arrangements remained stable and effective. I would like to thank all staff and trustees for their continued flexibility, commitment, and hard work during this period. Their dedication has ensured that the children continued to receive high-quality care and support throughout the year. We are especially grateful to our interim managers for their hard work, professionalism, and dedication during a particularly demanding time for the preschool. Their leadership and commitment have been invaluable in helping maintain continuity and stability for both the children and staff team. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to all agency staff who supported the preschool throughout the year. Their assistance and willingness to step in during difficult periods helped us successfully manage ongoing staffing challenges. As we look towards the future of the preschool and its management structure, the Trustees hope to appoint new managers into permanent positions during the coming year. We remain committed to strengthening the leadership and long-term stability of the preschool for the benefit of the children, families, and staff. Despite the challenges faced, the children have continued to enjoy a wide range of enriching and memorable experiences throughout the year. We have made good use of our nature garden, where the children have benefited from outdoor play, exploration, and opportunities to learn about the natural environment. The children also took part in an autumn nature treasure hunt around the local area and greatly enjoyed a muddy puddles walk. Exploring the local community in this way has provided valuable educational opportunities while also encouraging physical activity and confidence outdoors. We were also pleased to welcome a visit from the local optician, helping the children learn about eye care and the role of people who help us in the community. At Christmas, we enjoyed our annual nativity performance, which this year had a Disney theme. This was a wonderful occasion that brought together children, staff, and families in celebration and creativity, and it was enjoyed by all who attended. Looking ahead, the Trustees are keen to continue developing our outdoor provision by investing, where possible, in more nature-based activities and learning opportunities. We recognise the important role outdoor play has in supporting children’s wellbeing, development, and curiosity about the world around them. We are also looking forward to taking part in the local Rose Queen celebrations with our annual float. This event provides us with a valuable opportunity to thank the local community for their ongoing support of the preschool. Community fundraising and support continue to play a vital role in helping secure the ongoing survival and sustainability of the preschool, and we remain extremely grateful for the generosity shown to us throughout the year. On behalf of the Trustees, I would like to extend our sincere thanks to the staff team, volunteers, parents, and supporters for their continued dedication and commitment to the preschool. Together, we continue to provide a caring, safe, and enriching environment in which our children can learn, grow, and thrive. MOBBERLEY PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP INCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st JULY 2025 2024 2025 Income 200 14819 4334 47820 Donations Fees Fund Raising Pre-school Funding Grant- Parish Council Little Superslais Interest 8105 13133 1755 45446 250 300 106 105 67579 68794 Cost of Sales 876 1081 Fund Raising Expenses Purchases 1145 1957 1729 65622 67065 Less Ex enses 390 531 7560 225 212 569 55386 727 1127 270 795 60 Accountancy Insurance Rent Slalic)nery. Postage & Advertising Subscriptions Legal & Professional Wages & Salaries Employerfs Pension Sundry Telephone Repairs & Maintenance Bank Charges 390 549 7400 263 232 637 57719 719 690 283 76 60 67852 69018 2230 Net Defi¢it of Income over Expenditure 1953 I have examined the books, vouchers and records of Mobberley Pre School for the year ended 31 sl July 2025 TCS MANAGEMENT 2nd September, 2025 MOBBERLEY PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST JULY 2025 REPRESENTED BY:_ ital Account Current Assets: Balance as at 1.8.24 50038 Cash at Bank: Adcl.. Deficit of Income over Expenditure Currenl Account balance al 1.8.24 49988 -1953 Plus.. Receipts 69184 119172 Less- Expenses 71137 Cash Book Balance at 31.7.25 48035 48035 UIP Chq 285 Current Account Balance at 31.7.25 48320 Cash in hand at 31.7.25 50 48085 48085