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A_ttendlnUorpre_SC￿0o1- Louisa, Andrea, Cathy, Becca, Kim, Liane, Layla, Natasha
AttendiD£_fo_LC_o.mmLtte_e_- Charlotte Crowder, Rebecca Juniper, Caroline Johnson, Kelly
Jenkins
P.a.re_n_ts- Chloe Duke, David Wheeler, Jennifer Davis, Lauryn and George Bailey, Caitlyn Lane,
Bryony Pearce, Adam Grantham
Ap_ologie_s- Ellen Ralls
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FLanage_rsLep_oJl: 2024-2025 has brought a few changes at preschool; we no longer offer a
1 pm finish as found it too disruptive having 4 session finishing times in the afternoon, changes
tofunding policy have been challenging and much more admin generated.
As of September 2025 the EYFS changed and focuses highly on safeguarding, food safety, food
allergies, absences and emergency contacts. Sustainability is also featured highly, Natasha
and Ellen are investigating ways the preschool can achieve this. Kim and Becca are introducing
home learning packs for children and parents to do together to enhance their learning. Andrea
and Liane are working together to create a communication group for children who are in the
early stages of their language development which will, in turn, help school readiness.
We have updated both our home corner and mud kitchen using a grant from Tesco's, we are now
using otherfundraisingto purchase a new reading den for the garden.
This year Kim completed her level 3 in childcare and we have also recruited Natasha and Layla.
This means that all our staff are fully qualified.
Overallthis has been a busyyearfor preschool and I take this opportunityto praise staff for all
their hard work. Preschool is looking busyfor September 2026-July 2027 with regular enquiries
throughout the year.
inancial Re
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din
5: Income increased by nearly 4k, a smaller
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increase than previous yearwhich was a £1 Ok increase. There has been an £8k increase in staff
wages due to increase in minimum wage. Parent fees have decreased byjust over £1 Ok but
funding has increased by 12k, this is due to the majority of parents receiving the 30hr working
parents funding or 2 yr disadvantaged funding. Resources and office costs have increased by
£1 k after the previous years reduction in costs. This is not of concern.
Overall preschool is in a strong position having built up a good amount of cash and moving into
2025-2026 we look to be in a good position to weather any unknown circumstances.
L(Litnkn We are lookingto replicate the success of last years Christmas raffle so would
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as many parents as possible to help with prize donations. The Christmas lights switch on
remains one of our main funding sources and all chocolate donations are gratefully received!
The Christmas sing-a-long on Dec 3, is open to allfamily and friends and this is when the raffle
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takes place. On December 9 we have our Christmas grotto party with a visit from Santa, tickets
are £5 and include a small gift. As we are a charity run preschool these events and parent
participation are essential to keep the preschool open and continue to make purchases to
enhance the children's learning and fun! We are always seeking new committee members so
please speak to Charlotte if you are interested.

Hedge End Village Hall Preschool
Income and Expenditure Statement
Aug 2024- July 2025
Income
Fees
HCC Funding
Fundraising
Interest
Other Contributions
9749.85
129427.66
2938.69
199.4
142315.6
Expenditure
Telephone
Resources & Office Costs
Repairs & Maintenance
Bank Charges
Accountancy
Police Checks
Rent
Cleaning
Food & Drink
Insurance
Gas / Elec
IT/Software
Comp. Equip
Activities / Play Resources
Printing/Stationery
Postage
Subscriptions
Staff Training
Staff / Childrens Uniform
Staff Outings
Travel
Employment costs
Wages
PAYE/NI
1037.1
4438.8
399
280.28
633.5
168.69
7200
399.44
1148.06
879.9
1542.78
2255.38
5741.58
1227.86
123.4
446.2
746.36
554.46
523.11
386.36
106646.86
982.42
5986.75
565
144314.89
Pension
Misc
Net profit for the year
Funds b/f @ 01/08/2024
Bank balances & Petty Cash c/f @ 31/07/2025
-1999
69186.61
67187.32
-1999.29
I, Claire Paine, can verify that I have checked these accounts and, to the best of my
knowledge, find them to be true and accurate.
Signed C Paine
03/11/2025

HEDGE END VILLAGE HALL PRESCHOOL
Financlal Re
ort for the
ear ended 31.07.25
The income for the period was £142,315 with expenditure being £144,314. Therefore, the Preschool
have made a small loss of the year of £1,999.
The bank balances as at 31 July 2025 were.
Account 53732405
48,713.86
Account 53732421
7,387.08
Account 53732413
10,906.73
Petty Cash
179.65
Income increased last year by nearly £4k, which is a smaller increase then the previous year which
was a £IOk increase. Paying fees from parents has decreased byjust over £IOk and funding but
Hampshire County Council has increased by £12k. Fundraising has also increased this year by £1600.
With only a £4k increase in income, there has been a £9k increase in costs whgich has led to the
small loss. After last years reduction in resources and office costs, they have slightly gone up again
by an extra £lk. There has been a £8k increase in staff wages due to wage increases in the year,
however, this is not a cause of concern. We continue to use NEST as our pension provider. There
are no other significant increases to report.
I believe that the Preschool, having built up a good amount of cash, is in a strong financial position
moving into 25/26 to continue with a healthy cashflow and to weather any unknown circumstances
that may arise.
Claire Paine (AICB)
Independent Auditor