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_Registered Charity number – 1173593 entered on the Register of Charities on 28th Junes 2017_ _Charity’s Address Enfys Fach Nursery @ Priory Church in Wales School,_ _Pendre Close,_ _Brecon, Powys LD3 9EU_ _Names of charity trustees who manage the charity_ | ~~sa~~ _Cllr. Matthew Dorrance (Chair)_ _Amie Evans (Responsible Individual and Manager)_ _Jo Burges (Treasurer) Claire Pugh_ _Liz Davies-Jones_ ## _Name of Setting Leaders_ Lauren Thomas-Donnelly Angharad Griffith ## _Structure, Governance and Management_ _Type of Governing Document – Constitution_ _How the Charity is constituted – Incorporated Organisation_ _Trustee selection methods – Appointed by committee_ **==> picture [55 x 67] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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1 ## _**Objectives and Activities**_ _The aim of the Pre-School and Flying Start setting is to provide a happy, caring, stimulating, and safe environment that enhances the development and education of pre-school children in Wales. We support and encourage families to understand and meet the needs of their children through highquality early years provision and childcare._ _The main purpose of the charity is to provide high-quality childcare to the local community and surrounding areas. Our core aim is to promote the development of young children and to support parents and carers in meeting their children's needs._ _We achieve this by:_ - _Offering a rich, stimulating, and inclusive environment that supports both play and early education._ - _Working in partnership with multi-agency teams such as health visitors, speech and language therapists, the Early Help team, and Children’s Social Services._ - _Providing children with real and meaningful experiences they may not access at home. This includes community outings, as well as inviting artists, musicians, and members of the local community to work alongside the children._ - _Delivering services as part of both our Pre-School and Flying Start provision, tailored to meet the individual needs of families._ - _Supporting access to government-funded schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare and the_ - _Childcare Offer for Wales, to make high-quality early education more accessible to working families._ _Through all of this, we are committed to nurturing the well-being, learning, and holistic development of every child in our care._ ## _**Enfys Fach Policies and Procedures**_ 2 ## _**Summery of the Charity’s year**_ _At Enfys Fach, we continue to prioritise a child-centred, holistic approach to early years development, where every child is valued, heard, and supported. Our ethos of nurturing well-being, independence, curiosity, and community connection has been embedded across all aspects of our provision this year._ ## _**Children’s Voice and Holistic Development**_ _We remain committed to ensuring every child has a voice in shaping their learning experiences. Through in-the-moment planning and continuous observation, practitioners respond to children’s interests and developmental needs. Floor books, the home-from-home photo board, and independence-based routines such as rolling snack time support emotional well-being and belonging._ ## _**Enriched Learning Environments**_ _Children benefit from a rich indoor and outdoor learning environment, including a curiosity station with changing weekly themes and an enhanced creative area. Our "Artist of the Month" programme, visits from local professionals, and community engagement events like World Book Day and Cathedral visits provide meaningful, real-world experiences. These deepen children’s understanding of their identity and their Cynefin (sense of place)._ ## _**Outdoor Learning and Community Garden**_ _Outdoor learning remains a core strength, with regular Forest School sessions, park visits, and our thriving community garden/allotment. Here, children engage in hands-on learning, develop life skills, and build a connection with nature through planting, harvesting, and outdoor exploration. The garden has become a hub for emotional well-being, healthy eating, teamwork, and creativity._ ## _**Transitions and Assessment**_ _Transitions from Flying Start are carefully supported through collaboration with families and professionals. One-page profiles, baseline assessments, and Wellcomm data ensure continuity. Observations and evaluations are used to inform tailored planning, supporting progress through the five developmental pathways._ ## _**Emotional Well-being and Staff Expertise**_ _Our setting has strengthened its emotional well-being provision. Six staff have completed Incredible Beginnings training, and our manager is trained in ELSA, SSTEW, and is now a qualified Mental Health First Aider. We will launch the Solihull Parenting Programme to further support families. Staff benefit from ongoing professional development through regular sessions and reflective practices._ ## _**Community and Family Engagement**_ _Family engagement has flourished with monthly activity invites, seasonal events, and access to unique experiences such as animal visits and swimming weekends. We also provide practical support and links to agencies including health visitors, speech and language therapists, and the Early Help team, helping to remove barriers to support._ ## _**Inclusive Practice and Safeguarding**_ _Staff are highly trained in safeguarding, and policies are regularly reviewed and shared with families via our app. Our inclusive approach is strengthened through collaboration with external agencies and targeted support using the TYFU framework and SMART targets._ 3 ## _**Leadership and Staff Development**_ _Leadership remains strong, with clear vision and open communication. Committee involvement, regular supervisions, and development opportunities (including Level 3 and 4 qualifications) ensure a reflective, motivated team. Monitoring and evaluation are embedded in daily practice and strategic planning._ ## _**Creative, Cultural, and Language Development**_ _Music, arts, and Welsh language learning are embedded in daily routines. Children enjoy exposure to different musical genres, participate in artist-led sessions, and explore language through songs, rhymes, and visits from Welsh performers._ ## _**Mathematics and Literacy**_ _Through play and real-life experiences, children engage with early maths and literacy in meaningful contexts. We build confidence in problem-solving, communication, and creative expression, fostering skills for lifelong learning._ _This yearly overview captures the key developments and ongoing priorities at Enfys Fach. It reflects a setting that is inclusive, dynamic, and deeply committed to the growth and well-being of children, families, and staff._ _As a setting, our mission remains to ensure that all children attending Enfys Fach transition to school as:_ - _**Confident Communicators**_ - _**Well-Being Warriors**_ - _**Expressive Thinkers**_ - _**Curious Investigators**_ - _**Inclusive Champions**_ - _**Passionate Problem Solvers**_ _We continue to achieve these outcomes by focusing on our three core principles:_ ## _**Enabling Adults, Engaging Experiences, and Effective Environments** ._ _We are pleased to report that we have now successfully moved into our new premises, which has significantly enhanced our capacity and the overall quality of provision. We are now registered for 35 children, allowing us to meet increasing demand for high-quality childcare in the local area._ _The new building offers increased space, flexibility, and improved facilities, enabling us to expand our range of activities and support. These improvements benefit not only the children and staff but also their families and the wider community._ _Outdoor learning remains a key priority at Enfys Fach. When asked about their favourite place to play, the majority of children consistently choose the outdoors. In response, we are investing further in developing a rich, inviting outdoor environment at our new setting. We are also fortunate to_ - _maintain access to the Priory School’s outdoor area and forest school, as well as Priory Groves woodland, which offers invaluable opportunities for nature-based learning._ 4 _Our setting manager, Amie, who is trained and experienced in delivering forest school sessions with young children, is leading this exciting development. Her knowledge is being shared across the team and with families to maximise the benefits of outdoor education._ _We have also successfully implemented a new digital app to streamline communication with families. The app is now used for attendance registers, daily diaries, observations, and invoicing, significantly reducing our paper usage. Feedback from staff and families has been overwhelmingly positive, with improved transparency and engagement._ _Recent parent and child questionnaires, as well as setting evaluations from our Early Years and Flying Start advisory staff have provided positive feedback, highlighting strong relationships, a nurturing environment, and effective leadership and management._ _Looking ahead, we are excited about the opportunities that our new premises bring. We remain committed to offering inclusive, high-quality early years education and care, rooted in a strong sense of community, child-led learning, and respect for each child’s voice and individuality._ ## _**Current Priorities for the year ahead**_ ## _**1. Equal Opportunities in a Nurturing and Welcoming Environment**_ - _Strengthen emotional literacy and resilience through ELSA resources and staff training._ - _Improve parental engagement in children's emotional well-being with newsletters and workshops._ - _Provide early intervention for social, emotional, and behavioural needs._ - _Implement daily well-being check-ins using visual tools._ - _Offer reflective practice sessions for both children and staff._ ## _**2. Child-Centred Curriculum Based on Interests, Curiosity, and the Natural World**_ - _Improve consistency and quality of observational assessments and next steps planning._ - _Enrich language-learning environments, with a focus on Welsh and speech development._ - _Promote reflective practice and ongoing CPD, including Welsh curriculum and Reggio approaches._ - _Use digital tools for streamlined observation and planning._ - _Embed language strategies into daily routines (e.g., storytelling, group sessions)._ ## _**3. Free-Flow, Reggio-Inspired Indoor/Outdoor Learning with Focus on Nature**_ - _Maximise outdoor learning through structured forest school sessions and a weekly curriculum._ - _Develop outdoor activities across all areas of learning within the Curriculum for Wales._ - _Embed sustainability with recycling, gardening, and eco-friendly projects._ - _Expand the allotment project and link it to the curriculum and home communication._ - _Conduct an environmental audit to improve accessibility._ ## _**4. Practitioners as Observant Facilitators and Shared Understanding of Progress**_ - _Strengthen internal communication and collaboration across Flying Start and Pre-School._ - _Introduce distributed leadership with staff champions in key focus areas._ 5 - _Improve self-evaluation processes aligned with Estyn and CIW standards._ - _Use tools like TYFU and stakeholder feedback to inform ongoing improvements._ - _Ensure all staff complete TYFU training to support targeted intervention._ ## _Financial review_ ## _Further Financial information_ _Enfys Fach setting receives funding from the local authority through both the 3 & 4-Year-Old Early Education funding and Flying Start funding._ _Funding (£6.40 per hr) covers morning educational provision 9am – 11am or 1pm – 3pm. For sessions beyond this time, costs are either:_ - _Covered by the Childcare Offer for Wales, or_ - _Paid directly by parents/carers as wraparound care at a rate of £5.00 per hour._ _Flying start funds us for the number of staff we have for the children we are allocated. We are able to offer childcare for up to 16 children at a time meaning we have 4 members of staff within this room to ensure ratio’s are met._ _This structure allows us to offer flexible, high-quality childcare and education, tailored to meet the needs of our families while maintaining accessible, affordable provision._ ## _**Declaration**_ _The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charities trustees._ ## _Signed:_ _Printed: Amie Evans_ _Position: Responsible Individual and Manager_ _Date: 09/06/2025_ **==> picture [10 x 8] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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6 **Independent examiner's report on the accounts** **Section A Independent Examiner’s Report** **Report to the trustees/ members of** Enfys Fach Nursery **On accounts for the year** 31 August 2024 **Charity no ended (if any)** 1173593 **Set out on pages** 7 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended **31 August 2024** **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 out 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. **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: - accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or - the accounts do not accord with the accounting records 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. * _Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply._ **Signed:** **Date:** 1 July 2025 **Name:** Susan Davies ~~Cs~~ **Relevant professional** MAAT **qualification(s) or body (if any):** **Address:** PAVO, Unit 30 Ddole Road Industrial Estate Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6DF ~~ee~~ 6 ## **Enfys Fach Nursery Yearend August 2024 Charity Number 1173593** |**Income**
Powys CC
Ceredigion CC
Action For Children
Welsh Government
Wrap Around Care
Early Years Grant
FCF
**Expenditure**
Salaries & Oncosts
Supply LSA Cover
Payroll
Training
Insurance
New Equipment
Equipment
Postage,Printing & Phone
Rent
Data Protection
DBS
Misc
EY Works
Governance
Flying Start
Utilities
Resources
Grant Expenditure
Transfer to ASC
Balance b/fwd 1 September 2023
Surplus/ (deficit) on Year
Transfers from Flying Start Account
Balance C/fwd 31 August 2024
**Statement of Assets and Liabilites**
for Period 1 September 2023 - 31 August 2024
**Cash Assets**
Bank Account
Debtor - PCC Electricity
**Liabilities**
Examination of Accounts
HMRC April - August 2024
Payroll Charge July & August 2024
NEST|**2024**
83,594
1,014
257
17,130
19,062
620
898
**122,574**
107,745
1,346
670
155
746
302
-
670
3,280
40
66
2,331
1,462
-
-
3,612
1,424
3,525
6,888
**134,263**
-
8,296
11,689
-
22,087
18,695
18,695
3,238
**21,932**
150
5,814
156
**6,120**|_2023_
_39,739_
_15,873_
_1,479_
_975_
_6,819_
_-_
_-_
_2,775_| |---|---|---| |||**_67,660_**
_51,750_
_7,982_
_307_
_612_
_747_
_3,618_
_526_
_376_
_6,100_
_40_
_468_
_665_
_533_
_100_
_1,000_| |||_74,824_
_15,461_
_7,164_
_-_| |||_8,296_| |||8,296| |||**8,296**| |||120
1,246
78
353| |||**1,798**| 7