Golliwopsie Playgroup Trustees' Annual Report For The Period
| Period start date | Period end date | ||
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| From | 1st April 2021 | To | 31st March 2022 |
Reference and administration details:
Charity name: Golliwopsie Playgroup
Registered charity number:
1182613
Charities principal address: The Labour Hall Edward St Griffithstown NP4 5HD
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity:
| Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for wholeyear |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee(if any) |
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| 1 | Abbie Mruk | Chairperson | From 18/2/22 | Parents/Carers who use theplaygroup. |
| 2 | Jill Morgan | Treasurer | From 18/2/22 | Parents/Carers who use theplaygroup. |
| 3 | Danielle O'Neill | Secretary | From 18/2/22 | Parents/Carers who use theplaygroup. |
Update on Charity Status
The charity has now completed the process of re- registering with Care Inspectorate Wales.
We continue to run alongside the old charity, Golliwopsie Playgroup ( 1036495 ), until such time as a new bank account can be opened. This is proving difficult as the bank has not allowed us to open a new account during the pandemic.
The Charities funds continue to be held safely in the account of the old charity.
Once funds are able to be transferred we will complete the transition process by closing down the old charity.
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Structure, governance and management:
| Type ofgoverningdocuments | Constitution |
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| How the charityis constituted | Charitable Incorporated Organisation |
| Trustee selection methods | Appointed or reappointed annuallyat the Annual General Meeting |
Additional governance issues:
| The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Golliwopsie Playgroup is run by elected Trustees, supported by the Responsible Individual and two members of staff acting as the Persons In Charge on a daily basis. In order to comply with the required adult to child ratios the playgroup also employs two lunchtime supervisors The Playgroup is a member of Early Years Wales (EYW). The Playgroup is registered with and inspected by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW). |
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| Relationship with any related parties |
The Trustees give their time freely with no remuneration or other benefits. The Trustees seek the views of members and staff regarding the quality of the service provided, this is done by means of an annual questionnaire. |
| Trustees' consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them |
There is a child safeguarding policy in place, Criminal Records Bureau checks will be carried out prior to the commencement of employment of relevant staff, with future checks carried out in line with statutory requirements. |
Objectives and activities:
The object of the CIO is to enhance the development and education of children in Wales, for the public benefit, by encouraging parents to understand and provide for their needs through high quality childcare provision.
We welcome all children between the ages of two and five years of age and their families, regardless of personal background, faith, gender or personal circumstances.
In planning our fund raising activities for the year we keep in mind the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.
We carry out a programme of child orientated activities which include indoor and outdoor play, where opportunities are provided for young children to engage with the outdoor environment. These activities benefit young children by developing their self-confidence and social skills, whilst encouraging their practical and life skills.
We work in partnership with the parents / carers /children to encourage learning through play and create an environment which caters for the children's individual needs and helps them to reach their full potential.
Membership of the playgroup is open to parents/carers of the children attending.
The trustees oversee the overall running of the playgroup.
The day to day running of the playgroup is carried out by the two Persons in Charge, who are themselves overseen by the Responsible Individual.
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Main achievements of the charity during the year:
Covid 19
The setting has managed to keep going after the closures due to the Covid 19 pandemic. This was made possible due to the support received from both the Government with their Job Retention Scheme and the local council who provided us with grants for both PPA and cleaning materials.
Staff continue to work together to manage the setting safely. Visitors are kept to a minimum.
Safety signage, face masks and hand sanitiser are readily available for all those working, using or visiting the setting.
Main achievement
The setting provided quality childcare for children between the ages of 2 and 5. This enabled the children's parents / carers to go to work, safe in the knowledge, that their children were free to enjoy spending their time with friends in a safe, warm, stimulating environment.
Fundraising / donations / grants
We were very lucky to receive donations / grants from the government, local businesses and councillors. With the help of local council grants we were able to improve the outdoor play area. We are now able to provide a greater range of outdoor play / learning opportunities for the children.
Due to the Covid 19 pandemic it was decided that no fund raising activities would take place.
Activities
The children took part in both free play and adult led activities, spending as much time as possible in the outdoor play area.
The staff and children created seasonal / cultural / healthy eating displays / activities together, this enhanced the children's understanding of the changes in nature / how children live in other countries
/ how to take care of their bodies. This contributed to their ongoing learning and development.
Financial review:
| Statement of the charity's policy on reserves |
Money is kept in reserve to cover staff wages and rent at the beginning of the school year. This is when we lose a large number of children who are starting school. |
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Further financial review details:
| The charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising). |
The main sources of income are fees paid by parent / carers and the Government 30 Hours scheme. We also benefit from donations given by our local councillors and local businesses. Fundraising events, involving the children and their parents / carers, would normally be held throughout the year, but due to the Covid 19 Pandemic this has not been possible. |
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How expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity.
The main expenses are staff wages, insurance, refuse collection and hall rental. These expenses are paid for by fees collected from the parent / carers / for the sessions their children attend and the Government 30 Hours Scheme.
With the help of donations and council/ government grants, the outdoor area has been improved. New toys and larger equipment, to enhance the learning experiences and development of the children, have also been purchased.
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Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees' report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees: