Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01.04.2024 To 31.03.2025
Charity name: Goudhurst Village Preschool
Charity registration number: 1152404
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document Para 1.17 The pre-school was established to advance the education of children attending and to support families in their first steps into education, ultimately aiding their transition to primary school. It aims to provide a safe and secure environment where children can flourish. |
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| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. Para 1.17 and 1.19 The pre-school welcomes all children and their families, operating on a non- selective basis and providing care for any child aged between 2-5 years. It offers concessions when needed and assists with funding requirements. The staff, trustees and families of attending children are committed to contributing extra hours to enhance the children’s experience, organise additional activities and support fundraising efforts for the pre-school. |
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| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | All Trustees of the CIO adhere to the guidelines issued by the Charities Commission in providing pre-school educational facilities. |
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| Policy on grant making Para 1.38 |
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Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | During 2024/25, the pre-school had 41 children enrolled and continued to receive a steady flow of enquiries, with morning sessions fully booked and only a limited number of afternoon sessions available. In 2024/25, the pre-school recorded a surplus of £14,659. As a charitable organisation, the pre-school is run for the benefit of the community, and all income is reinvested into the setting to support and enhance daily operations. We are continually grateful for the dedication and hard work of the team, who make the setting a safe, educational, and enjoyable place for the children. During the last financial year, we were delighted to receive funding to replace the decking at the rear of the pre-school. This improvement allows us to provide safe outdoor play opportunities for children in most weather conditions. In addition, the pre-school garden was jointly awarded the Goudhurst in Bloom Commercial Garden Award, recognising the care and quality of our outdoor environment. The pre-school continues to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and works closely with other agencies where necessary to ensure the highest standards of early years educational support. All staff are committed to continuous professional development in |
this area; however, we would like to give particular recognition to our SEND Lead for her outstanding dedication and hard work. This year, she was successful in securing an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) for one of the children, an excellent achievement that will have a significant positive impact on the child’s wellbeing and development.
The trustee team continue to support the work of the pre-school and we currently have 4 in the team.
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | In 2024-2025 the pre-school received an income of £151,825, less expenses of £137,166 resulting in a profit of £14,659. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | We have a reserve policy to cover redundancy, operational costs in case of long-term sickness and any emergencies that may arise. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £18,615 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | The pre-schools main funding comes from pupil fees and fundraising events such as the village fete and Christmas raffle. |
| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution (foundation model) |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | Charitable incorporated organisation (CIO) |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | Appointment by existing trustees |
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| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | |
| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
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| Relationship with any related parties |
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Reference and Administrative details
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Charity name Goudhurst Village Preschool
Other name the charity uses
Registered charity number 1152404
Charity’s principal address Gullivers,
North Road,
Goudhurst,
TN17 1JH
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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Name of
person (or
Dates acted if not for whole body) entitled
Trustee name Office (if any)
year to appoint
trustee (if
any)
Harriet Roberts Member of
1
Collins CIO
Adrian Smith Chair person Member of
2
CIO
Jonathan Wynne Member of
3
Jones CIO
Sarah Shearman Member of
4
CIO
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– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
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Director name
N/A
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
N/A
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Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
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Type of Name Address
adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
N/A
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Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
N/A
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
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Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s)
Full name(s) Harriet Roberts Collins
Position (eg Trustee
Secretary, Chair, etc)
Date
10.01.2025
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Church Rooms, Back Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 1AN www.goudhurstvillagepreschool.co.uk www.facebook.com/GoudhurstVillagePreSchool Registered Charity Number 1152404 Ofsted: EY468008
| Profit and Loss Report for GOUDHURST VILLAGE PRE-SCHOOL | Profit and Loss Report for GOUDHURST VILLAGE PRE-SCHOOL | Profit and Loss Report for GOUDHURST VILLAGE PRE-SCHOOL | Profit and Loss Report for GOUDHURST VILLAGE PRE-SCHOOL | Profit and Loss Report for GOUDHURST VILLAGE PRE-SCHOOL | ||
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| For Period:01/04/204 to 31/03/2025 | For Period:01/04/204 to 31/03/2025 | |||||
| TURNOVER | ||||||
| Parent Fees & KCC Funding | 149,611.05 | |||||
| Deposits | 100.00 | |||||
| Donations | 500.00 | |||||
| Fundraising | 1,139.54 | |||||
| Interest | 258.35 | |||||
| Trips | 216.78 | |||||
| Total: | ||||||
| Total income for 2024-2025 | 151,825.72 | |||||
| LESS EXPENSES: | ||||||
| Staff Pay | 114,605.95 | |||||
| Pension | 5,743.92 | |||||
| Rent | 7,800.00 | |||||
| Website & software | 107.99 | |||||
| Stationery / arts and crafts / equipment | 1,367.23 | |||||
| Training Costs | 769.60 | |||||
| Insurance/Membership Fees | 1,244.92 | |||||
| Telephone and Mobile Charges | 838.85 | |||||
| French Classes (Frenchies) | 520.00 | |||||
| Gifts (Children and staff) | 827.78 | |||||
| Uniform /clothing | 79.96 | |||||
| Advertising | 56.50 | |||||
| Fundraising expenses | 96.98 | |||||
| Consumables (fruit/snacks/tea/coffee) | 871.81 | |||||
| Payroll | 184.09 | |||||
| Forest Fun Area | 1,404.80 | |||||
| Bank fees/ other | 168.95 | |||||
| Refund to parents (failed trip) | 93.65 | |||||
| Accountant | 384.00 | |||||
| Total expenses for 2024-2025 | 137,166.98 | |||||
| Profit/Loss Before Tax for the year 2024-2025: | 14,658.74 | |||||
| Account reconciliation and current bank balances | ||||||
| Opening balance 1st April 2024 | Closing balance 31st March 2025 | |||||
| Current Account | 14,906.81 | Current Account | 29,307.20 | |||
| Deposit account | 18,357.44 | Deposit Account | 18,615.79 | |||
| Total income for the year | 151,825.72 | |||||
| Total expenses for the year | - | 137,166.98 - |
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| Reconciliation check | 47,922.99 | 47,922.99 | ||||
| Reconciliation check (Should be zero) | Reconciliation check (Should be zero) | - |
Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees Charity Name GOUDHURST VILLAGE PRE-SCHOOL On accounts for the year 31/03/2025 Charity no 1152404 ended (if any) Set out on pages 1 of 1 (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets) I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/03/2025 . Responsibilities and As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the basis of report 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 out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed: Scott Moen Date: 16/01/2026 Name: Scott Moen Relevant professional ACA qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: Orchard Corner, Freight Lane Cranbrook TN17 3PF
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Section B Disclosure
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).
Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
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