Charity No 1184153
Cylch Meithrin Y Drenewydd
## **REFERENCE AND ADMINSTRATIVE INFORMATION**
TRUSTEES REPORT AND ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDING 31 March 2025
|Trustees|Lisa Lewis|
|---|---|
||Lowri Davies|
||Debbie Gilbert|
||Sian Davies|
||Darryn Green|
||Emma Jones|
||Hywel Lovegreen|
||Marina Corbett|
||Jessie Corbett – Resigned 1 April 2024|
|Charity Number|1184153|
|Independent Examiner|Susan Davies MAAT|
||PAVO|
||Unit 30|
||Ddole Road Industrial Estate|
||Llandrindod Wells|
||Powys|
||LD1 6DF|
|Bankers|HSBC Bank|
||The Cross|
||Broad Street|
||Newtown|
||Powys|
||SY16 2LX|
## **CONTENTS**
||Page|
|---|---|
|Trustees’ report|1 - 3|
|Independent Examiners report|4|
|Statement of financial activities|5|
## **CHARITY NUMBER: 1184153**
## **TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025**
## **Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities**
The Trustees are required to prepare financial statements for each financial period which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs for the Charity and the net incoming or outgoing resources of the Charity for the period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to:
- select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently;
- make reasonable and prudent judgements and estimates;
- state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departure disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
- prepare financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Charity will continue in business.
The trustees are also responsible for:
- keeping proper accounting records
- safeguarding the Charity’s assets
- taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud.
## **Structure, governance and management**
The Charity registered as a CIO on 28[th] June 2019
The trustees who served during the year were:
Lisa Lewis Lowri Davies Debbie Gilbert Sian Davies Darryn Green Emma Jones Hywel Lovegreen Marina Corbett Jessie Corbett – Resigned 1 April 2024
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## **CHARITY NAME: CYLCH MEITHRIN Y DRENEWYDD**
## **CHARITY NUMBER: 1184153**
## **ADDRESS: C/O YSGOL DAFYDD LLWYD, PLANTATION LANE, NEWTOWN, POWYS, SY16 1JE**
## **TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025**
## **Objectives and Activities:**
The aim of **Cylch Meithrin Y Drenewydd** is to provide high-quality early childhood education and care within a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. We are committed to supporting each child’s development through a wide range of play-based learning opportunities, ensuring that every child receives the best possible start to their educational journey. Over the past year, our activities have focused on enhancing the learning environment, strengthening family engagement, and raising funds to improve the nursery’s resources. We continue to provide a stimulating, supportive, and inclusive experience for all children in our care
The setting was invited to Tender for Framework Agreement for Early Years Pre School Education Provision in Powys in the Autumn of 2024 and we were awarded the tender which commenced on the 1[st] of September 2025 and will continue for a period of 5 years and may be extended for a further 2 years.
## **Summary of the main achievements during the Year:**
Throughout the year, the Cylch organised a range of fundraising events and initiatives to support the development of our facilities and to ensure a high standard of learning resources. Notable fundraising efforts included:
- **£627** ‘Let’s Walk Together’ Sponsored Walk which funds our yearly summer trip
- **£20.00** snack donations
## **Key Projects and Grants:**
The **Gregynog Trip** was a successful outing that provided valuable learning opportunities for the children. We invited Latch Dance to present a dance session and gave the children den building opportunities and treasure hunt games.
## **Other Contributions and Initiatives:**
We received significant external support from various initiatives, including:
- **£4,651.58 (2/08/24) Capital Small Grants Scheme –** this funding is issued by the Childcare Team and was used to purchase lunch trolleys, resources for outdoor areas i.e. shed, picnic bench. The grant also enabled us to carpet the education room, providing a warmer, cosier feel to the room.
- **A further £6,960 was issued by the Capital Small Grants scheme** and provided us with the fence along the perimeter of the setting, ensuring safety and an enclosed setting for the children. (Currently awaiting confirmation to when this was paid)
- **£5,750** grant from **Early Years Development Grant** – this funding was issued with the intention to be used to overcome the additional barriers disadvantaged learner’s face which prevent them from reaching their full potential. The majority of the grant was used to facilitate access to a learner who required medical assistance to access the setting. Also additional hours were granted to 5 other children not eligible for the childcare offer.
- **£195.73 EYDG**
- **£420.00** Hedge brushing
- **£78 Training Grant** from Mudiad Meithrin
## **Achievements in Early Years Education:**
In 2024–2025, we continued to focus on educational enrichment by providing a broad and balanced curriculum that supports the development of language, motor skills, and social interactions.
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Key highlights from the year include:
- **Hollie** successfully completed her **CCLD Level 5 qualification** and has taken on the role of **Flying Start Leader** .
- **Ffion** and **Hetty** began their **Level 3 qualification** with _Mudiad Meithrin_ and are expected to complete it by **January 2026** .
- **Awel** and **Elan** commenced their **maternity leave** in **March 2025** .
- **Naomi** , from _Creative Learning in the Early Years_ , spent time with the childcare children as part of an initiative delivered by the **Arts Council of Wales** , **Early Years Wales** , and **Mudiad Meithrin** .
- Our **3+ children** visited **Clara Lloyd** , a Play Therapist, at the **Oriel Gelf** on **26 April 2024** , supported by a **Welsh Government Grant** .
- **Animal Encounters** visited the setting on **17 June 2024** , providing hands-on learning experiences.
- As part of our **Keep Wales Tidy** partnership, the children took part in **planting activities with Jodie** on **7 October 2024** .
- **The Postons** visited to help the children plant **vegetables and fruit** , encouraging healthy eating and sustainability.
- **Bethshan** continues to visit regularly to engage the children in creative and educational activities.
- **Estyn** 4[th] & 5[th] March
## **SASS (Self-Assessment of Service Statement 2025) March 2025**
The Cylch ended the year on a festive note, with several key events:
- A successful **Christmas Party on 18/12/2024** , which brought together families and staff to celebrate the end of the year.
- Contributions from **Hope Church** ensured some families were supported with Christmas Hampers, helping to spread holiday cheer among our community.
## **Financial Review:**
Total income generated from fundraising efforts and grants reached a significant total, supporting both daily operations and developmental projects for the setting.
## **Expenditure:**
The bulk of our expenditure was allocated to improving the setting’s technological resources, enhancing classroom learning, and running special events and trips for the children. Additionally, investment was made in staff development and Christmasrelated activities.
## **Plans for Future Periods:**
Looking forward, Cylch Meithrin Y Drenewydd will focus on expanding our educational resources and facilities. We are actively seeking further grants to improve the outdoor play areas, and we aim to continue fostering partnerships with local community groups and educational organisations to enhance the preschool experience for children.
## **Date: 03/11/2025**
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## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS**
## **TO THE TRUSTEES OF CYLCH MEITHRIN Y DRENEWYDD**
I report on the accounts of Cylch Meithrin Y Drenewydd for the year ended 31 March 2025, which are set out on page 5
## **Respective 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 period under section 144 (2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
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 Commissioners under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act ; and
- to state whether particular matters have come to my attention
## **Basis of Independent Examiner’s Report**
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioner. 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 statement below.
## **Independent Examiner’s Statement**
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to our attention:
- **1)** Which gives us 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 to comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met; or
- **2)** To which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Susan Davies MAAT PAVO Unit 30 Ddole Road Llandrindod Wells Powys LD1 6DF
11 Nov 2025
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## **CYLCH MEITHRIN Y DRENEWYDD**
## **Charity Number 1184153**
## **INCOME & EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025**
## **INCOME**
|Flying Start
3 year old funding
Childcare funding
Fees
Grants
Donations
Fundraising
Uniforms
Other
Bank interest
Ti A Fi
Interest MM Acccounts
**Expenditure**
Salaries
ER's Pensions
Premises costs (Rent)
Nursery goods / trips
Children's refreshments
Staff training
Stationery
Payroll Admin
**Other**
Gifts
DBS checks
Staff uniforms
Other
Bank Charges
Insurance
IE Fee
Subscriptions
Fundraising Costs
Surplus/Deficit on year
Balance B/fwd
Balance C/fwd
**Represented by cash in hand and at bank 31st March 2025**
Cash in hand
**Bank Accounts**
Money Manager 51498460
Money Manager 01386948
Current Account 51386921
**Liabilities**
PAVO Independent Examination of Accounts
HMRC March 2025 (Underpayment)
NEST March 2025|**2025**
46,465
81,263
61,353
35,752
5,209
20
456
444
3,668
669
-
**235,299**
181,742
2,592
4,992
8,112
2,109
450
561
1,094
4,995
88
353
1,404
68
35
150
100
**_208,846_**
26,453
128,412
**154,865**
-
14,792
27,763
112,311
**154,865**
-
200
23
648|**2024**
37,328
38,092
52,615
28,007
24,396
82
1,260
364
5,037
540
671|
|---|---|---|
|||**188,392**
143,703
2,254
5,808
10,420
1,720
730
890
444
-
798
191
818
4,166
64
160
200
380|
|||**_172,748_**
_15,644_
_112,768_|
|||**128,412**|
|||_14,514_
_17,371_
_96,526_|
|||**_128,412_**|
||||
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