REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1135039
COMPANY REGISTRATION: 07163a66
BENNErr COURT COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP LIMITED
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
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BENNErr COURT COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP LIMITED
CONTENTS OF THE TRUSTEES REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEARENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Page
Report of the Trustees
Independent Examiner's Report
Statement of Trustees Responsibilities
Statement of Financia l Activities
Balance Sheet
io
Notes to the Financial Statements
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BENNErr COURT COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP LIMITED
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THEYEARENDED31 MARCH 2025
The trustees, who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006.
present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities:
Statement of Recommended Practice ISORP) applicable to charities preparing their accounts in
accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS
1021 (effective l January 20191-
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Charity Name
Bennett Court Community Playgroup Limited
Charity registration number- 1135039 Company registration number- 07163366.
Registered Office and operational address:
Bennett Court Community Playgroup Limited
Bennett Court Community Centre
Axminster Road
London - N7 6BN
Trustees/Directors
Management committee members are Dirertors of the Company for the purposes of the Companies
Act 2006 and Trustees for the purposes of the Charities Act 2011.The following served as Directors
during the year.
Helena F McKeown
Jane Lewis
Cameron McKeown
Joyce Castles-Gibson
Secretary
Jane Lewis
Playgroup Manager
Caroline Connaughton
Independent Examiner
Zahid Tabbassum ACMA, CGMA
Accountell Limited
44A Marlands Road, Clayhall Essex, IG5 OJL
Bankers
National Westminster Bank
490 Holloway Road
London. N7 6JB
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Trustees, Annual Report
Bennett Court Community Playgroup Limited (The Playgroupl is managed voluntarily by parents and
community members.
The Playgroup is situated within Bennett Court Social Club, on the Bennett Court Estate, Axminster
Road, Holloway, in the London Borough of Islington.
The playgroup opens on weekdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. during term time only. It employs five
staff member5, including a visiting music teacher. The staff have relevant early years qualificatlons.
The playgroup provides funded early years education for children aged 2-5.
The Playgroup provides subsid i5ed and affordable childcare in a safe a nd stim ulati ng learning
environment to children from diverse backgrounds. Most children attending the Playgroup live
locally, and most parents are either in low-paid employment or not in employment. The Playgroup
operates from Monday to Friday during term times only, from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.
All staff are engaged in continuous professional training, providing child-centred learning support,
and working within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and standards.
The Playgroup supports children learning English as an additional language and children with special
educational needs and/or disa bilities.
The Playgroup had its OFSTED inspection on 23 September 2022. The Ofsted inspector awarded the
Playgroup a 'GOOD' outcome with "OUTSTANDING" in the Behaviour and Attitude5 of our children.
Of course, the biggest appreciation goe5 to the staff team who worked hard throughout the year to
provide a wonderful experience for all the children.
The OFSTED Inspector quoted in the Inspection Report, The support that children with SEND receive
is exceptionally good. Partnerships with professionals and local schools are excellent. They
contribute to effertive supportfvr children s learning. Additionallunding accessedfor children is
carefvlly used to implement specific andpersonalised support. This ensures that children make
excellent progress. Staff have recently learned some sign language to support children with speech
ond language delays. This is having a positive impart on children's communication."
Achievements
Occupancy- during the reporting period, the Playgroup provided care to 29 children, including 6
SEN, 11 two-year-old5, and 12 who were 3-4 years old.
Summer Party. 18 July 2024- A summer party for all our families at the end of term was organised,
attended by all children with their families and carers. Susie, our music and sensory teacher,
provided entertainment for the children, thoroughly enjoyed by all those who attended on the day.
A Leavers Breakfast. held on 23 July 2024, was provided for the children and their families who
would be leaving for primary school in September. This was an enjoyable event where all families
and carers enjoyed the breakfast and discussed the transition of their children to the school. Many
children will attend the same school, which allows parents to exchange contact information with one
another and discu55 ways they could support each other.
Getting to know you breakfast- 2 October 2024, due to the success of the Leaver Breakfast, the
Playgroup also held "Getting to Know" breakfast for all new and existing families and carer5 SO that
they could get to know each other and see how they could also be involved to support the Playgroup
in its activities and future development.
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Diwali Celebration October 2024- Five days of Diwali celebration were one of the themes. All
children enjoyed creating their lamps to celebrate the festival of lights. 5torie5 and music were
shared, with families and carer5 coming together to celebrate with the children. This was a delightful
moment for all.
A Christmas Party, on 12 December 2024, was provided for our children, with an extra special treat,
as the Wild Fangs show came to our Playgroup. It's an interactive animal show to which all children
and parents/carers were invited. A golden opportunity for all children to see and touch animals they
may not have encountered before in a safe environment, to explore.
Chinese New Year celebrations, 29 January 2025 - parents were invited in to read familiar and
popularstories in their home language, which the children thoroughly enjoyed. All had a chance to
taste traditiona I foods and l isten to traditional music, and children were able to create their Own
dragons and lanterns to celebrate the event.
Ramadan celebration, 28 February 2025 - Children created their stained-glass lanterns, and stories
and songs were listened to. Parents were invited in to share this festival with the Playgroup. Children
are taught why Muslims observe fast5 during Ramadan and about the Eid celebration held at the end
of Ramadan, which Muslims and children alike celebrate. During thi5 time, children receive gifts from
parents and relatives.
World Book Day, 6 March 2025- the World Book Day" event, where children could dress up as
their favourite characters. They enjoyed talking to each other about their choice of dress and sharing
with other5 what they had read about their favourite characters and their future desires when they
grew up. It is an excellent opportunity for children to celebrate literature and focus on reading for
pleasure, supporting their autonomy in book choice and encouraging a habit of reading that brings a
wide range of benefits for their learning and development.
St. Patrick's Day, 17 March 2025, was celebrated with a breakfast for all, featuring some traditional
Irish food, alongside traditional stories and songs, making for a good and enjoyable day for all those
who attended.
Mother's Day* 26 March 2025 - Breakfast event where all mothers were presented with flowers and
cards made by the children. This wa5 a touching event for some mother5 receiving gift5 from their
children.
The Playgroup were also lucky enough to welcome a dental health visitor from the Whittington Trust
to chat about children's dental care at our breakfast morning. Parents were delighted to ask many
questions and ra ise concerns regarding their children's dental health. Da nia, our dental
representative, provided many excellent interactive games for the children to enjoy and learn from
simultaneously. She also provided resources for the children to enjoy, and the children inquired
about how the item5 were used in dental treatment.
Support for local Food banks - During the Autumn term, we encourage families to donate food
items to our local food banks. This ties in with our annual exploration of 'farm to plate.'It is equally
important that our children recognise the importance of helping each other and being part of a
community.
81ack British Heroes, October 2024, like the previous year, is an exploration of Black British Heroes
by the Playgroup. It was important to introduce local heroes. A different person was introduced each
week, and their lives and achievements were explored.
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Each child was given a free book as a gift to take home to celebrate World Book Day; this gives
children opportunities to access books they may not have had and encourage them to read more
books to increase their reading and literacy education.
other activittes - as usual, our normal activities of weekly visits to the loca I libra ry, local parks for
walks and children's ecology studies, and visiting sports centres and places of interest and learning
continued throughout the year.
The Ofsted Inspector in her Report of 22 September 2023. quotes- Yhose with special educationol
needs and/or disabilitie5 (SEND) enthusiastically explore the well-re50urced outdoor oreos.
Children learn obout the natural world and can develop their physical skills in a playground by
being able to run. climb and balance...
Weekly Music and Sensory Session - Our visiting Music teacher, Su5ie Gray, holds weekly sessions
for our children. The children really enjoy these se55ions of music and sensory play.
Knowing the Community- We totally immerse our playgroup in our local community life. Children
recognise and chat with people who help the community in their daily lives, such a5 the estate
caretakers, grocer5, fruit and vegetable sta115, police and fire officers, and neighbours. We really feel
that this sense of community enhances the children 's lives.
Staff Training Support- The Playgroup continued, liaised, and worked closely with other agencies to
access more specific training due to our cohort. The Playgroup shows appreciation and gratitude to
SCT at Northern Health for supporting our training needs and development.
Staff Training and Development
The Playgroup has a dedicated team focusing on training opportunities for supporting children with
Autism. All training support enhances our practice. We ensure that all staff members are always
updated with new legislation so that they can confidently provide a safe and caring learning
environment forall our children.
All staff completed or attended the following training:
Training Course Details
Name of staff who
attended
Is
JB and CC
All staff
JB,CC,HMc and IP
cc
Hmc
Date Attended
Introduction to complex trauma
Child Protection Safeguarding update
First Aid
Oral Health
Embedding SEN Practice
Inclusive Practice for Two-year-olds
Exploring Maths 1-3 years old
15 May 2024
4June 2024
17 June 2024
23 October 2024
13 November 2024
24 January 2025
17 March 2025
All training supports the staff teams, knowledge and confidence within their appointed roles and
enhances their CPD. The Playgroup will always focus on training staff to help improve the delivery
and teaching to children with Autism and those diagnosed with ASD.
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Future Plan
We are continuing to support a new government initiative that enables working parents with
children aged two to access 15 free hours. Many families have taken up the places since its
introduction.
The Playgroup will continue to work to have a positive impact on children's lives, particularly in
accessing support in area5 of need such as Speech and language, family support, parents, workshops
and working closely with Whittington Trust to access help and support with children's social,
emotional, and physical needs throughout the year.
The Playgroup will continue to build strong networks and strengthen relationships and connettions
that will greatly benefit and support families with variou5 needs.
We are still committed.
To develop staff CPD on training regarding the two-year-old cohort and how best to support
further.
Collaborate and strengthen working relationships Wlth multiple agencies for SEN, Speech
and Language, Mental Health, and Family Support.
To develop and expand to have much stronger input regarding transitions to Primary
schools, including visits to schools themselves and working collaboratively with receiving
schools (transition meeti ngs in place ) to ensure a smooth tra nsition for our children.
To have the process and system to offer the 30 hours initiative that will be introduced in
September 2025 to working families with two-year-olds.
To ensure staff are provided with support and prepared with training and opportunities to
enhance practice for the new 30-hour cohort, which will commence from September 2025.
To continue to provide a safe and nurturing environment for our local children to thrive and
grow.
To continue to foster close and supportive relationships with our families so that the first
steps for their ch ild ren entering into early education is a positive experience.
As a community playgroup, the importance of providing opportunities and experiences for
those who may not be able to access them is embedded in our ethos. We will continue to
strive to provide these opportunitie5.
To continue to work closely and strengthen the working relationships with vital agencies
who support our community/families.
Risk Management
The Playgroup has adopted a robust risk assessment and regularly updates it. No incidents were
reported to OFSTED or the local authority during the reporting year.
The Trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the Playgroup is exposed,
particularly those related to its operations and finances. The Trustees confirm that they have
established systems to mitigate the significant risks. The Trustees also ensure appropriate controls
are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error. Most of the critical policies
were reviewed and updated.
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Financial Review and Reserves Policy
The Playgroup's total Unrestricted Funds as of 31 March 2025 are £69,885 (previous year £37.2431.
The Restricted Fund balance is £0.
The Playgroup's income increased by £15,219 compared to the previous year. This represents an
increase of more than 13%.
The total expenditures for the period were ££95,061 {£88,566 in the previous yearl. The stafFing
cost, including associated costs. for the reporting period 15 £82.0461£76,845 in the previous yea rl.
The total expenditures, compared to the previous year, were increased by £6,495, which represents
a 7% increase in expenses.
The Playgroup needs reserves to meet its working capital requirement5. The organisation needs to
have sufficient funds in general reserves to continue its activities for up to 6 months if it loses its
funding from the local council or experiences a significant drop in income.
The current level of general reseNe available to the Playgroup meet the required to continue
activities for up to six months if the income drops significantly. The Playgroup successfully increased
its general reserves compared to the previous year.
The UK government's 30 hour5 free childcare scheme, which will support working parents from
September 2025, will help to further increase the Playgroup's occupancy and revenue. The
Playgroup has families on the waiting list for September 2025.
The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustees, report above.
Signed on behalf of the Charity's Trustees
Joyce Castles-Gibson
Trustee
Date: 23 September 2025
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO THETRUSTEES OF BENNErr COURT COMMUNITY
PLAYGROUP LIMITED
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025 set out on pages nine to thirteen.
Respertive responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees Consider
that an audit is not required for this year {under Section 144(2} of t h e Charities Act 2011 (the 2011
Act)) and that an independent examination 15 required.
It is my responsibility to..
examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission
(under section 145{5) (b) of the 2011 Actl- and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity
Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a
comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual
items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such
matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit,
and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view ' and the
report is limited to those matters set out in the statements below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
(11 which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting
requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met or
{21 to which, in my opinion. attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached
Zahid Tabbassum FCMA, CGMA
Accountell Limited
Chartered Management Accountant5
44A Marlands Road
Clayhall, Greater London
IG5 OJL
23 September 2025
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STATEMENT5 OF TRUSTEES, RESPONSIBILITIES
AS AT31 MARCH 2025
The charity trustees are responsible for preparing an annual report and financial statements in accordance
with applicable law and United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice.
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the charity trustees to prepare financial
statements for each year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the
incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. For preparing the financial
statements, the trustees are required to:
Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
Observe the method and principles in the Charities SORP,"
Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
State whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures
disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless It is inappropriate to presume that the
charity will continue in business.
The trustee are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy
at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements
comply with the Charity Act, the Charity {Accounts and Reports) Regulations and the provisions of the trust
deed. They are responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence taking reasonable steps for
the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and were signed on its behalf by:
Joyce Castles-Gibson
Trustee/Director
23 September 2025
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIE5
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Note
Unrestrirted
Restrlrted
2025
Total
2024
Total
INCOMING RESOURCES
Incoming resources from generated funds
Voluntary income
Activities for generating funds
108.790
3,030
15,883
124,673
3,030
105,607
6.877
Total Incoming resources
111.820
15,883
127,703
112,484
RESOURCES EXPEI¥JDED
Costs of generating funds
Support costs
Staff costs
Governance costs
6.452
67.457
5,269
1.294
14,589
7,746
82,046
5,269
7.812
76.845
3,909
Total resources expended
79,178
15,883
95,061
88.566
NET INCOMING/(OUTGOINGI RESOURCES
32,642
32,642
23,918
RECONCIUATION OF FUNDS
Transfer5 between funds
Totsl ftjnds broughtfomard
37.243
37,243
13.325
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
69,885
69.885
37.243
The notes fomi part of these financial statement5
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BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Note
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
71040
38,875
71.840
38,875
LIABILITIES
Creditors.. amounts falling due within one year
1.955
1.632
NET CURRENT A55ET5
69.885
37,243
TOTAL ASSET5 LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES
69.885
37,243
NET ASSET5
69.885
37,243
FUNDS
Unrestricted funds
General funds
69.885
37,243
Restricted funds
TOTAL FUNDS
69,885
37,243
For the year ending 3110312025 the company was entitled to exemptlon under section 477 of the Companiès
Act 2006 relating to small companies.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the
Companies Aet 2006.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to
accounting records and the preparation of accounts.
These accounts have been prepared in accordaftce with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the
small companies regime.
Approved by the Board of Trustee5 on 2310912025 and signed on
their behalf by
Joyce Castles-Gibson
Trustee/Director
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
I. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Accounting convention
The financial statements have been prepared under the histDrical cost conventlon, and in
accordanTr with the requirements of the Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting and
Reporting by Charities1SORP 20191 and applicable UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice.
Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally
entitled to the income and the amountcan be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
Resources expended
Experiditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that
aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular
headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Taxation
The charity is exempt from income taxes on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the
trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity.
Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted
purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the note5 to the financial
statements.
2. TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Trustees, expenses
There were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2025.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Unrestricted
Restricted
2025
Total
2024
Total
INCOMING RESOURCES
Sncoming resources from generated funds
Voluntoryincome
LBI Grant Aid Paymènt
LBI NEG
L812 Year Old NEG
SEN
PEL and EYPP
LBI Other5
Others
7,303
31.322
21,957
7,303
31.322
21,957
15.883
122
47.936
150
S.980
67.250
13.824
8.572
5.980
4.001
15,883
122
47,936
150
108.790
15.883
124.673
105.607
Arti¥itie5fvrgenerotingfvnd5
Fee Income
Other Income from Fundraising
Interest Income
3.030
3.030
6.877
3,030
3.030
6,877
Total incomlng rewurces
111,820
15.883
127.703
112.484
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Support costs
Agency staff
Canteen & ref￿shment
Cleaning
Events & outgoing
Insurance
Learning materials & nursery resources
Office & Kitchen Equipment
Postage, priniting, stationery & supplies
PPE & Clothing
Professional fee
Software subscription
Subscription
Sundry expenses
Telephone & broadband
Bank charges
1,294
1.294
707
33
150
450
496
707
33
197
150
1,326
1,288
2,027
2,027
1,329
586
1,329
586
1.385
464
850
259
1.178
1.178
1,097
6,452
7.746
7.81Z
Stoff costs
Salaries and wages
Employer Nl contrtbution
Employer pension contribution
Staff training
64,772
722
14,143
164
282
78,915
74,625
718
1,354
148
1.275
687
1.557
67.457
14,589
82,046
76,845
Avemge number of stoff employed
Governance costs
Independent examiner fee
Book-keeping & payroll
660
4,609
5.269
660
4,609
5.269
66D
3,249
3,909
Total reSou￿e$ expended
79,178
15,883
95.061
88,566
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
CREDITORS: Amoupifs FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2025
2024
Accruals
Taxation and sotial security
Net wages payable
NEST pension payable
660
1.295
660
972
1.955
1.532
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Atthe rtart
of the year
Incoming
resources
Outgoing
resources
At the end
of the year
Transfers
Un￿rtricted fvnds:
General fund
37.243
111,820
179,1781
69.885
Total unrestrirted funds
37.243
111,820
179,1781
69.885
Restrlcted funds:
LBI Trainlng
SEN
LBI Early Years
Total unrestrlrted funds
15,883
115.8831
15,883
115,8831
TOTAL FUNDS
37,243
127.703
{ 95,0611
69,885
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