Woodham Mortimer AGM Re
2025
Welcome and Introductlons
Welcome everyone and thank you for attendlng the meetlng and showing your support for the
preschool. For those ofyou who may not know me my name 15 Amy Horton, trustee. l am a mum
to three children. Both of my girls are now in prlmary School, my son Louie now attends the
preschool. This wlll be my last academic year as chair. I will be stepping down a5 1 take on more
re5ponslbllity in my career.
As always support from pèrents and (arers is greaty appreciated by the commlttee and the staff
and is essential for the success and continuation of the preschool.
Our Practlce Manager. Lianejohnston, Deputy manager. Nikki Mercer and other members of staff
that are present will be seen on the attendance ￿pOrt to folk>w.
The existing cornmlttee members o)nsist of as myself and:
Jemma Bennett-trustee
Laura Edward's- trustee
Ruth Alnscough- committee member
Since our last AGM the folbwing have now joined the committee..
Sophle Andrew's
stephanie Rugg
Jasmlne Daly
Lisa Ford
Joanne Lampard
The following members have now left:
Rebecca Moule
Jenny Hull
Monique Heighway
Sardh Williams
Staff & Commlttee Attendees:
Liane Johnston - Manager
Nikki Mercer- Deputy Manè8er
Amy Horton- Trustee
Jemma Bennett- Trustee
Laura Edwards- Trustee
Caroline Tozer
Julia Moore
Michelle Loveland
Alison Herridge
Sarah Varney
Kirsty Brown
Emma Manley
Chloe Gentry

Lisa Ford
Joanne Lampard
Jasmine Turner
Ruth Ainscou8h
Steph Rugg
Staff & Commlttee Apologies:
SophFe Andrew5
Lynne Johnson
Annual General Meetln8 Report
Introductlon
I think I say this every year, but I can% believe another year has gone and li is time for the AGM once
again. What a year it has been. We have successfully transferred over to a CIO, appointed a new
manager, and tumed our financial prospects around. This wouldn't have been possible wlthout all of
the supportfrom ourslaff and Committee.
Charltable Incorporated (￿ganISatIOn (ao) statss
The tran5fonnation to CIO statu5 provides us with a more flexlble governan￿ framework and
enhanced legal pr0￿Ction for trustees and commtttee member5. We hope that moving forward, thi5
will encourage more indwlduals to join and become members.
The conversion process was complex and time-con5umin& requiring carefvl attention to legal
requirements, asset transfers, and re8ulatory compliance. l am pleased to rEport that the transition
wa5 completed smoothly, with minimal disrupt￿n to our day-to-day operdtions. Thls does mean that
Ofsted are expected at any time to complete an inspection under the new framework.
New Management Appolntment
We are delighted lo have apF)ointed a new manager this year. Thank you to all the staff who really
stepped up and ensured the chiklren all still experienced the best tlme at preschool. A speclal thank
you to Alison, Julia, and Nikki. It was a lon& stressful wait. but l am sure You agree Llane was worth
the walt, and we are confident that we have found the right person to lead us into our next chapter.
Liane has brought her experience. knowledge, fresh perspectives, and enthusiasm to the team. She
seems to have slotted Into the team well arKI we are excited to have her onboard.
Flnancial Turnaround
Perhaps most notably. we have 5uccessfulty turned around ourfinancial prospects. After facing
challenging financial circumstances, l am proud to report that through careful plannin& prudent
management, and strategic deosion-makin& we have:
Stabilised our financial position
Improved our cash flow management
Implemented more effectNe budgeting and monitorirvd Systems
Built a more sustalnable financial foundation for the future

Thls turnaround has been achieved whi15t maintainlnB the quality of our services and remaining true
to our core mission and values, Whilst this is fantastic news, we must still monitor the situation
carefully to remain in our strong position.
None of these achievements would have been Po￿lbIe without the dedication, hard work, and
unv4avering support of many individuals. Our staff have demonstrated remarkable resilience and
commitment throughout this period of signifKant change. They have embraced new ways of
worklng, supported the transltlon prO￿Sses, and continued to deliver excellent servlce5 despite the
uncertainties and challenges. Their professionalism and dedication have been exemplary.
Compllan¢e and Ofsted
As always, I have had to liaise with Of5ted to ensure we are compliant with the admlni5tratNe slde of
thing5 regarding the committee and e￿uring all members have the relevant DBS and EY2
certificates. I will ask committee members going forward to please take note of the importance of
having these and to seek to obtsin them as soon as p)ssible rfthey are outstanding.
Fundraising
One of the main aims of the Preschool Committee is to fundrdise, and I would like to thank you and
the preschool staff for your efforts. We have done a fantastic job, mariaging to ralse £4,283.33 in the
past year. In a normal year. we would look to raise £2.(K(J43,tJK). so this is amazing.
We raised the bulk of the money via our Christmas raffle. the Bunnython, l(Xl Club, and the summer
fete. The rest came from preschool photos. the Christma5 wreath workshop. Chylstmas party, and
Valentine's raffle. These funds went towards the purchase of our wonderful new sunshade.
This year we have some new events including a secorKI-hand book sale and a slp and paint evening.
The money raised will be funding a new book comer in the preschool. We also received a generous
donation from Wickes Maldon and are hopin8 to hear back regarding a Tesco granl. We are always
looking for new ideas and already thinking ahead to our summer fete and how to make it bigger and
better.
Looking Ahead
A5 we lookto the yearahead. we do so with renewed confidence and optimism. Our main focu5 for
this year is to athiertise the preschool and raise our profile to increase the number of chlldren
enrolled.
You may have a150 seen lots of improvements around the preschool. We knocked down some sheds,
bought some new storage units. The fence has been replaced over the half temi which has not onlv
given more privacy but improved the aeSth￿ICs.
l extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to our success thls year. Together, we
have built a strong foundation for the ftrture of our preschool.
Financlal Report for the Year Ended 31 A￿st 2025
Introduclion
Hello all, for those who do not know me. my name ts Jemma and i am mum to Jemima who currentty
attends the preschool and the Treasurerl Trn￿ee. I have been doing this role for the last 2 years and

Ilke Amy, will be steppln8 down at the end of next August as Jemlma will be leaving for Primary
School.
As mentioned earlier by Amy, thi% has been a signifi(ant year for the presclK)ol. marking our
transition to a new legal Structu￿ a5 a Charitable Incorporated Organlsation ICIOI.
Closing accounts were prepared for the PreV￿u5 unincorporated charity (Charity No, 10605261
covering the period I September 2024 to 11 February 2025. and the first accounts for the new CIO
{Charity No. 1208%rf]I cover 12 February 2025 to 31 August 2025.
This reportaccompanies boih setsofaccounts for Woodham Mortimer Preschool and Woodham
Mortlmer Preschool CIO.
Over¥lew of the Year
Thls year was always golng to be a tuming point for the p￿sChool followlng the finandal challenges
of the previous year. l am delighted to report th￿. despite the pressures of the CIO transition and
general cost increases. the preschool has achieved a strong and posttfve financial outcome.
Thank5 to the hard work and commitment of ourstaff and committee, we not only maintalned
5tsble enrolment numbers but also ended the year with a healthy combined surpli￿.
Flnandal Summary
Old Charity11 September 2024- 11 February20251
Total Income= £65,487.39
Total Expenditure.. £63.881.43
Net Surplu5: El,605.96
Transfer Balance a5 at 12 February 2025: £37,075.35
CIO112 Febnjary 2025- 31 August 2025)
Total Income.. £84,758.LX>
Total Expenditure= £77,637.10
Net Surplus.- £7.120.90
Cash at Bank131 August 20251: £44.196.25
Petty Cash: £44.19
Total profit for the year.. £8,726.86
for the year ahead.
an excellent result forthe preschool and a strong start
Reserves and Finandal Position
At the close of the old chartty, funds were managed carefully to support the transfer to the new CIO
structure.
The Trustees ensured that sufficient reserves were retsined to cover final liabillties and to secure the
continued operation of the p￿SChool under the new charity. The p￿school now hokls a healthy
financial position with adequate reserves to support stability and futu￿ growth.
Princlpal Ri5k5 and Uncertainties

The Trustees continue to review key financial and operational risks, especlalty in light of rising costs
and increasing staff-related expendr(ure.
It remalns essential that stsff rots5 are mana8ed efficiently to eThSU￿ that staffirE levels reflert the
number of children attending each session. This will help prevent the preschool from runnlng at a
loss while maintainlng our high stsndards of care and education.
We must also stay mindful of government funding arrangement5, which are becomlng increasingly
restrittive in terms of charging for extrns such as consumable fees. This will ￿qUI￿ close monitoring
to manage any impact on our income.
In addition, we will continue to watch developments in the National Minimum Wage for 2026, as
this may influence stafflng costs and overall budgeting.
Pubilc Beneflt
The Trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the CharTty Commission's guidance on public
benefit.
The preschool continues to provide an inclusr¥e, afftirdable. and high*uality early years educath)n
service to local famllies. Our commitinent to community. deveiopment, and play-ba5ed learning
remains at the heart of all we do.
Fundlng for Additional Needs
A speaal note of thanks Eoes to Liane, who has been proactive and highfy effectNe In app￿ing for
additional funding for children who requlre extra support.
These funds have been used responsibly to provide appropriate resources and to cover Staffing costs
for l-to-l support, ensuring that all children cdn thrive and participate fully in preschool life.
Liane's attention to detsil and commitment in this area is invaluable. and we will continue to apply
for additional funding wherever possible.
LooklnE Ahead
While the financial re5uhs this year are very p05itNe. we must remain mindful of the rising
cost5 across utilities. stsffing, and resources. To maintain our strong positlon. we will:
Continue to monitor and manage staff rotas to align with child numbers.
Increase ourefforts in advertising and community engagement to boost enrolment and
move towards full capacity.
Review funding agreements and fee structures regularly to ensure sustainability.
Continue seeking extemal grants and funding OP￿rtunitieS to enhance resour￿5 and
learning experlences.
Independent Revlew
The financial statements for the perlods ended 11 February 2025 and 31 August 2025 were
independently revlewed by Dan Gardner of Bames Clark Accounants. The review conflrmed that no
material matters have come to Itght to suggest that the financial records are not kept In line with
accountsnt stsndards for not-lor-profit organisation5.

Recommendatlons
The Trustees recommend:
l. Continuing to build reserves to SUPPOrt future improvements and provide updated learnlng
resources.
2. Exploring new grant and funding op￿rtunitIes.
3. Reviewing fee structures In 2026 to balan￿ affordabillty with financial sustalnabi1Sty.
4. Maintaining careful financial oversight. particularty around staffin8 levels, occupancy, and
rising operational costs.
Motion: That the Financlal Report and accompanylng payments and recelpts account5 for the year
ended 31 Au8ust 2025 be accepted as presented.
Proposed by: Jemma Bennett
Seconded by: Amy Horton.
Mana
ers Re
rt Ortober 2025
I have been In this position from June 2025. Woodham Mortimer Preschool is a we11*5tablished
setting that has a very low turnover of staff. I have been extremely welcomed by all staff and already
feel part of the family.
During the first half term I spent time obse￿Ing and assessing improvement51 could brlng to the
setting.
So far improvements have been made to the outdoor garden. Outdoor learning is a big part of our
currlculum so the digging area. mud garden and cosy shed have all been improved. Bamboo
screening has also been fitted to prevent chlldren ac￿SsIng thorns and berries which grow naturally
along the side of the garden.
We are having 6ft fence panelling fitted to the back entrance to the car park. The reason for this is to
improve privacy and securtty. With the buslness behind us now in operntion we have found a lot of
troffic back and ft)rth can appear unsafe on a daily basis. also vehicles are throwing up stones and
dust, the new fencing will prevent this. especially good as during exceplionally wet periods the
chlldren play on the car park surface. The fencing will also add security to the perimeter, hence
improving safeguarding for the children.
We have had a security camerd fitted to the main entran￿ front door, again to improve security.
Also in our garden as well as the large sail fitted we have been able to purchase 2 large pop up
azebos, thi5 means our overdll shading ability is approximately 75 percent, making our garden safe
all year round.
Trainln
All staff are level 3 first aid trained.
All staff have received in house level 2 safeguarding training from me. l also deltvered a brief
Introduction to managing behaviour. I have reached out to all staff in our r￿￿t staff meeting to offer
more in depth training In myexperienced area5. These a￿.

More in depth behavlour trnining
- Speech, language & communication
- TPP and early years mental health awareness and undersknding
- One planning and supporting SEND chiklren
If I have enough irrterest l am happy to delNertrainlng on the above topics.
We have one memberofstaff Current￿ undertaking a 5enco qualification.
Comlng up soon is tralning on observation, assessment and plannlng.
Staff
All staff are due thelr supervisions in December. however I have done staff wellbeing check- in5 as I
feel the gap between supervisions can feel too long.
All staff reFK>rt to be happy at the rnoment.
Events
We had a successful summer fete and looking to improve next year to make it a Ilttle grander.
Reverend Julie is still Involved in our community, she has recently been in for hatvest time and we
vlill be celebrating Christmas together.
Overv
Our new children have settled In very well. l am looking forward to the year ahead.
I plan to make more changes over time Inside the setting, this wlll include sourcing funding to create
a sensoryarea.
Enhanclng the main hallway lo be a more purposeful play area.
l am working to improve the setting to be more communi(Jtion friendly for children.
Also working tovrdrds rdising behavK)ur expectations with the use of vlsuals and use of language
from staff.
Little changes have already been made. nothing exhaustive, staff are adapting well to the changes. C
Chan
es to the EYFS 2025 and the w
Otsted ins
ects setb
I have recently undertaken online training with the Early Years AllIan￿ to learn all about the way we
will be inspected from now on. I have shared the ￿le￿ant documents with all staff and we as a team
will be working together to achleve best outcomes lor our setting.
New Vislon Statement
I believe places of earty edu(ation Should have a vision statement to promote what we want our
children to achieve by the end of theirjourney in ear￿ yeats.

I shall now nominate the volunteers for the compulsory trustee roles and then ask for one of you to
second them into the posltion. The motion will then be carried and the person duly elected for the
next year.
Trustee
Amy Horton
Nominated by
Jemma
Bennett
Seconded by
Laura
Edwards
Tiustee
Jemrna
Bennett
Nominated by
Amy Horton
Seconded by
Laura
Edwards
TNstee
Laura
Edwards
Nomlnated by
Amy Horton
Seconded by
Jemma
Bennett
The followtng narned Individuals wlll become TTr￿ees once all DBSchecks and EY2 fom￿ have b¢en
cornpleted and come back Untll then they wlll remain wIthO￿ Trustee iesponslbilities and votlng
rfEhts.
Trustee
Lisa Ford
Nomlnated
by
Amy Horton
Second by
Jemma
Bennett
Trustee
Joanne
Lampard
Nominated
Amy Horton
Second by
Jemma
Bennett
Date of next AGM: TBC
Date of next commlttee meetinr. TBC
Meeting c105ed at..
Please note that no other business may be introduced. Items forthe commlttee's consideration at its
next meeting may be referred to the Secretary.

WOODHAM MORTIMER PRESCHOOL
REGISTERED CHARftYNUMBER 1208900
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENT5 FOR ThE PERIOD FROM 24JUNE2024ts 31 AUGUST2
Notes Perlod to 31August2V25
Income
Fundlng
Fees
Products
Fundralsing & Donatlons
Deposit
Interest
£75.331.40
£6,872.20
£149.00
£2,268.32
£120.02
£17.06
Totsl Income
£84,758.(KJ
Less OperatlngExpenses
100 Clubwlnners
AceounllnE, Bookeeping & Payroll
Art & Craft Con8umabLes
Bank chaiges
Furnlture & Equlpment
Fvndralsing& Expenses
Health. Hyglene & Cieanlng
Insurance. ICO & Olsted
Legal Fees
Mlsc
Phone & Brt)adband
Postage, Prlnting & siatlonary
Recrultment
Rent & Rates
RepalFS & Maintenance
Snacks & Food
Staff & Chlldwelfare
Subscrlptlons
Toys, Books & Resources
Trallling & DBS
Utbuties
un￿01
Wages & Penslons
Webslle & AdveTdslng
4300.00
1,055.21
-£86.58
.£20.63
-£2,81410
.£108.38
4427.72
4915.79
1.080.00
.£40.00
-E338.51
-E316.52
-É358.28
12,755.22
-£569.78
-£470.97
£0.00
-£304.43
41,189.83
309,37
EO.00
-È116.71
-£54,059.07
EO.00
Tolaloperafjng Expenses
-£77,637.10
SurpluslDellc
£7,120.90
Cash balances blf
37,075.35
Balances clt

WOODHAM MORTIMER PRESCHOOL
REGISTERED CHARITYNUMBER
STATEMENT OF ASSEfsAND LIABILITIES FORAT31AUGUST21f25
Notes
31Auwst 2025
RESERVES
BaLance blf
Excess Incomeover expendlture
£37.075.35
£7,120.90
£44,196.25
CASH FUNDS
CuirentAc¢ount
Pettycash
£44.152.08
£44.19
£d4,196.25
LIABILIIIES
Indepenéent Revlew
PAYEINI
Penslons
£780.00
-£114.20
£114.21
£780.01
FUNI)S OFTHE CHARrrY
Restrfcted ft4nds
Unrestylcled lunds
£o.(KJ
£44,196.25
£44,ts6.25
6.11.aoas
6.1 i.aoas

WOODHAM MORTIMERPRESCHOOL
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER
NOTES TO THEAccouKrs
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basls of Accountlng
The flnancial stalements have been prepared on the receipts and payments basls.
Income
All Income Is included atthe tlme of recelpt
Expenses
All expendf(ure Is accounted for atthe tlme of paymem
EQUIPMENT
All equipment purchased tythe charity is included underthese headings a5 an expense. No item5 have
been capltalise(i
BALANCE BROUGHT FORWARD
Balance broUghtfO￿ard ftomtransfer of old charity {no.ICE05261 to CIO Ino. 1208900}
INDEPENDE1￿REVIEw
£780.00 due for Independent Examinatlon costs forthe 202¢2025tinanclalyear.

WoodhHm Mortlmer Prtrsc￿￿A IrKome and Actount
PerbLd iSeptÈmbÈr20Z4tocb)wrè l fe1￿￿ry2025
WO)DIL4M M(MITIMER PRESCHOOLaOSING AccoiJpn5
¢HMITY HUMBEf¢: 1060526
RE￿iFf$AND PAYMENfs FOR THE YEAR I SEPTEMBER 2024TO 11 FEHRUAif12025
ICLOSIN6 DATE PRIOR TOTRANSFER TO CIO CHARITY NUP*BER
In¢ome
ECC Fundlng
SYP Grant
SEN Stsppkment
Fee5
Fees- Deposlts
Snack
FundraWn8
Unlform
Interest
Mlsc
Dona￿0
£56A35
£9WJ.70
£4,914.76
f50&54
£2314.34
£1￿
E65,487.39
Fxpendtture
Wages, PAYE, NI. EYP & NIC
Equlpment
Sundrysupplles
Snack
Rent& Heatlng
Tralnln8
St4tlonarylAdmln
Insurance
RefvrblshmentC95ts
unlfarm
Mlscelkneous
Le681 fees
Accountsntsfees
RecrultmentfEes
Sub5cdptlon fees
47￿7&92
4143A2
4377.62
-nOi.62
410S57.t
4363.&9
46
-£￿￿62
-£420.tK)
.£f￿.(
-f22.72
-EI,101.24
4969.52
-£75.IX)
CleaDlng
l.k¥
463081.43
G 11.iois
.11.aoif
Totri Inw)e less Expendhure
£1,&￿.96
Balance as at 15tSeptember
Excessof Intome ovÈr ExpÈndlttfre
15£me as E421
Balan￿8$011 Febryary (Bank
£35A69.39
£1,￿5.96
a7,tr1535
Bank l February (Bank UalaKcel
SavlngsAccount Ctrop (bank
BalarKel
Sa￿n￿ Ac¢ount5cothsh WTrJow5
(Bank Balar￿e)
Petty Cash
Trade debtors
),COJ.91
q867S9
£4.1￿.￿8
£45A2
£37￿75.35
UnreprE5Ented thÈquos
ActtuaLs lu￿b l(K)I
£oL4J
£om
£0
Tran5fer8alan¢ea$ at IIFeLwry
2025

Woodham Mortimer Preschool
Brookhead Farm
Maldon Road
Woodham Mortlmer
Maldon
Essex
CM9 6GP
Trustees
rniatlon5
The Committee confirm the followln¥.-
l. The appolntment of Barnes Clark Accountsnts Limited as examlners to carry out the
Independent Revlew for the period eEKled 31 Au8USt 2025.
2. The Charltys turnover and a￿t Wdlue5 are below the threshold at which an Audit ts requlred
and that there are no other reasons that makes an Audit necessary.
3. The Charity prepares Its Accounts on a recelpt and payment basis and rt Is r￿t requlred to
prepare Accounts on an accruals basi5 for any other reason.
4. The Internal Finandal controls are revlewed by the Trustees regularly to mlnimlse the risk of
fraud and errors.
5. The Charity neither received, rjor hol(ts. any Restrirted or Endowed Fund5.
6. The Chairty has sufficient funds available to meet its liablllties for a period of at least 12
months from today and there are no liabilities which risk the ChariW5 golng-concern bas15.
7. The Petty cash balance held at 31 August 2025 vffis £44.19.
Signed:
. kFo(tg
Date: 6.11.
Amy Horton (Chairperson}
Slgned:
Date.. 6.11.aoir
Jemma Bennett (Trea5urer}

Woodham Mortimer AGM Re
2025
Welcome and Introductlons
Welcome everyone and thank you for attendlng the meetlng and showing your support for the
preschool. For those ofyou who may not know me my name 15 Amy Horton, trustee. l am a mum
to three children. Both of my girls are now in prlmary School, my son Louie now attends the
preschool. This wlll be my last academic year as chair. I will be stepping down a5 1 take on more
re5ponslbllity in my career.
As always support from pèrents and (arers is greaty appreciated by the commlttee and the staff
and is essential for the success and continuation of the preschool.
Our Practlce Manager. Lianejohnston, Deputy manager. Nikki Mercer and other members of staff
that are present will be seen on the attendance ￿pOrt to folk>w.
The existing cornmlttee members o)nsist of as myself and:
Jemma Bennett-trustee
Laura Edward's- trustee
Ruth Alnscough- committee member
Since our last AGM the folbwing have now joined the committee..
Sophle Andrew's
stephanie Rugg
Jasmlne Daly
Lisa Ford
Joanne Lampard
The following members have now left:
Rebecca Moule
Jenny Hull
Monique Heighway
Sardh Williams
Staff & Commlttee Attendees:
Liane Johnston - Manager
Nikki Mercer- Deputy Manè8er
Amy Horton- Trustee
Jemma Bennett- Trustee
Laura Edwards- Trustee
Caroline Tozer
Julia Moore
Michelle Loveland
Alison Herridge
Sarah Varney
Kirsty Brown
Emma Manley
Chloe Gentry

Lisa Ford
Joanne Lampard
Jasmine Turner
Ruth Ainscou8h
Steph Rugg
Staff & Commlttee Apologies:
SophFe Andrew5
Lynne Johnson
Annual General Meetln8 Report
Introductlon
I think I say this every year, but I can% believe another year has gone and li is time for the AGM once
again. What a year it has been. We have successfully transferred over to a CIO, appointed a new
manager, and tumed our financial prospects around. This wouldn't have been possible wlthout all of
the supportfrom ourslaff and Committee.
Charltable Incorporated (￿ganISatIOn (ao) statss
The tran5fonnation to CIO statu5 provides us with a more flexlble governan￿ framework and
enhanced legal pr0￿Ction for trustees and commtttee member5. We hope that moving forward, thi5
will encourage more indwlduals to join and become members.
The conversion process was complex and time-con5umin& requiring carefvl attention to legal
requirements, asset transfers, and re8ulatory compliance. l am pleased to rEport that the transition
wa5 completed smoothly, with minimal disrupt￿n to our day-to-day operdtions. Thls does mean that
Ofsted are expected at any time to complete an inspection under the new framework.
New Management Appolntment
We are delighted lo have apF)ointed a new manager this year. Thank you to all the staff who really
stepped up and ensured the chiklren all still experienced the best tlme at preschool. A speclal thank
you to Alison, Julia, and Nikki. It was a lon& stressful wait. but l am sure You agree Llane was worth
the walt, and we are confident that we have found the right person to lead us into our next chapter.
Liane has brought her experience. knowledge, fresh perspectives, and enthusiasm to the team. She
seems to have slotted Into the team well arKI we are excited to have her onboard.
Flnancial Turnaround
Perhaps most notably. we have 5uccessfulty turned around ourfinancial prospects. After facing
challenging financial circumstances, l am proud to report that through careful plannin& prudent
management, and strategic deosion-makin& we have:
Stabilised our financial position
Improved our cash flow management
Implemented more effectNe budgeting and monitorirvd Systems
Built a more sustalnable financial foundation for the future

Thls turnaround has been achieved whi15t maintainlnB the quality of our services and remaining true
to our core mission and values, Whilst this is fantastic news, we must still monitor the situation
carefully to remain in our strong position.
None of these achievements would have been Po￿lbIe without the dedication, hard work, and
unv4avering support of many individuals. Our staff have demonstrated remarkable resilience and
commitment throughout this period of signifKant change. They have embraced new ways of
worklng, supported the transltlon prO￿Sses, and continued to deliver excellent servlce5 despite the
uncertainties and challenges. Their professionalism and dedication have been exemplary.
Compllan¢e and Ofsted
As always, I have had to liaise with Of5ted to ensure we are compliant with the admlni5tratNe slde of
thing5 regarding the committee and e￿uring all members have the relevant DBS and EY2
certificates. I will ask committee members going forward to please take note of the importance of
having these and to seek to obtsin them as soon as p)ssible rfthey are outstanding.
Fundraising
One of the main aims of the Preschool Committee is to fundrdise, and I would like to thank you and
the preschool staff for your efforts. We have done a fantastic job, mariaging to ralse £4,283.33 in the
past year. In a normal year. we would look to raise £2.(K(J43,tJK). so this is amazing.
We raised the bulk of the money via our Christmas raffle. the Bunnython, l(Xl Club, and the summer
fete. The rest came from preschool photos. the Christma5 wreath workshop. Chylstmas party, and
Valentine's raffle. These funds went towards the purchase of our wonderful new sunshade.
This year we have some new events including a secorKI-hand book sale and a slp and paint evening.
The money raised will be funding a new book comer in the preschool. We also received a generous
donation from Wickes Maldon and are hopin8 to hear back regarding a Tesco granl. We are always
looking for new ideas and already thinking ahead to our summer fete and how to make it bigger and
better.
Looking Ahead
A5 we lookto the yearahead. we do so with renewed confidence and optimism. Our main focu5 for
this year is to athiertise the preschool and raise our profile to increase the number of chlldren
enrolled.
You may have a150 seen lots of improvements around the preschool. We knocked down some sheds,
bought some new storage units. The fence has been replaced over the half temi which has not onlv
given more privacy but improved the aeSth￿ICs.
l extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to our success thls year. Together, we
have built a strong foundation for the ftrture of our preschool.
Financlal Report for the Year Ended 31 A￿st 2025
Introduclion
Hello all, for those who do not know me. my name ts Jemma and i am mum to Jemima who currentty
attends the preschool and the Treasurerl Trn￿ee. I have been doing this role for the last 2 years and

Ilke Amy, will be steppln8 down at the end of next August as Jemlma will be leaving for Primary
School.
As mentioned earlier by Amy, thi% has been a signifi(ant year for the presclK)ol. marking our
transition to a new legal Structu￿ a5 a Charitable Incorporated Organlsation ICIOI.
Closing accounts were prepared for the PreV￿u5 unincorporated charity (Charity No, 10605261
covering the period I September 2024 to 11 February 2025. and the first accounts for the new CIO
{Charity No. 1208%rf]I cover 12 February 2025 to 31 August 2025.
This reportaccompanies boih setsofaccounts for Woodham Mortimer Preschool and Woodham
Mortlmer Preschool CIO.
Over¥lew of the Year
Thls year was always golng to be a tuming point for the p￿sChool followlng the finandal challenges
of the previous year. l am delighted to report th￿. despite the pressures of the CIO transition and
general cost increases. the preschool has achieved a strong and posttfve financial outcome.
Thank5 to the hard work and commitment of ourstaff and committee, we not only maintalned
5tsble enrolment numbers but also ended the year with a healthy combined surpli￿.
Flnandal Summary
Old Charity11 September 2024- 11 February20251
Total Income= £65,487.39
Total Expenditure.. £63.881.43
Net Surplu5: El,605.96
Transfer Balance a5 at 12 February 2025: £37,075.35
CIO112 Febnjary 2025- 31 August 2025)
Total Income.. £84,758.LX>
Total Expenditure= £77,637.10
Net Surplus.- £7.120.90
Cash at Bank131 August 20251: £44.196.25
Petty Cash: £44.19
Total profit for the year.. £8,726.86
for the year ahead.
an excellent result forthe preschool and a strong start
Reserves and Finandal Position
At the close of the old chartty, funds were managed carefully to support the transfer to the new CIO
structure.
The Trustees ensured that sufficient reserves were retsined to cover final liabillties and to secure the
continued operation of the p￿SChool under the new charity. The p￿school now hokls a healthy
financial position with adequate reserves to support stability and futu￿ growth.
Princlpal Ri5k5 and Uncertainties

The Trustees continue to review key financial and operational risks, especlalty in light of rising costs
and increasing staff-related expendr(ure.
It remalns essential that stsff rots5 are mana8ed efficiently to eThSU￿ that staffirE levels reflert the
number of children attending each session. This will help prevent the preschool from runnlng at a
loss while maintainlng our high stsndards of care and education.
We must also stay mindful of government funding arrangement5, which are becomlng increasingly
restrittive in terms of charging for extrns such as consumable fees. This will ￿qUI￿ close monitoring
to manage any impact on our income.
In addition, we will continue to watch developments in the National Minimum Wage for 2026, as
this may influence stafflng costs and overall budgeting.
Pubilc Beneflt
The Trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the CharTty Commission's guidance on public
benefit.
The preschool continues to provide an inclusr¥e, afftirdable. and high*uality early years educath)n
service to local famllies. Our commitinent to community. deveiopment, and play-ba5ed learning
remains at the heart of all we do.
Fundlng for Additional Needs
A speaal note of thanks Eoes to Liane, who has been proactive and highfy effectNe In app￿ing for
additional funding for children who requlre extra support.
These funds have been used responsibly to provide appropriate resources and to cover Staffing costs
for l-to-l support, ensuring that all children cdn thrive and participate fully in preschool life.
Liane's attention to detsil and commitment in this area is invaluable. and we will continue to apply
for additional funding wherever possible.
LooklnE Ahead
While the financial re5uhs this year are very p05itNe. we must remain mindful of the rising
cost5 across utilities. stsffing, and resources. To maintain our strong positlon. we will:
Continue to monitor and manage staff rotas to align with child numbers.
Increase ourefforts in advertising and community engagement to boost enrolment and
move towards full capacity.
Review funding agreements and fee structures regularly to ensure sustainability.
Continue seeking extemal grants and funding OP￿rtunitieS to enhance resour￿5 and
learning experlences.
Independent Revlew
The financial statements for the perlods ended 11 February 2025 and 31 August 2025 were
independently revlewed by Dan Gardner of Bames Clark Accounants. The review conflrmed that no
material matters have come to Itght to suggest that the financial records are not kept In line with
accountsnt stsndards for not-lor-profit organisation5.

Recommendatlons
The Trustees recommend:
l. Continuing to build reserves to SUPPOrt future improvements and provide updated learnlng
resources.
2. Exploring new grant and funding op￿rtunitIes.
3. Reviewing fee structures In 2026 to balan￿ affordabillty with financial sustalnabi1Sty.
4. Maintaining careful financial oversight. particularty around staffin8 levels, occupancy, and
rising operational costs.
Motion: That the Financlal Report and accompanylng payments and recelpts account5 for the year
ended 31 Au8ust 2025 be accepted as presented.
Proposed by: Jemma Bennett
Seconded by: Amy Horton.
Mana
ers Re
rt Ortober 2025
I have been In this position from June 2025. Woodham Mortimer Preschool is a we11*5tablished
setting that has a very low turnover of staff. I have been extremely welcomed by all staff and already
feel part of the family.
During the first half term I spent time obse￿Ing and assessing improvement51 could brlng to the
setting.
So far improvements have been made to the outdoor garden. Outdoor learning is a big part of our
currlculum so the digging area. mud garden and cosy shed have all been improved. Bamboo
screening has also been fitted to prevent chlldren ac￿SsIng thorns and berries which grow naturally
along the side of the garden.
We are having 6ft fence panelling fitted to the back entrance to the car park. The reason for this is to
improve privacy and securtty. With the buslness behind us now in operntion we have found a lot of
troffic back and ft)rth can appear unsafe on a daily basis. also vehicles are throwing up stones and
dust, the new fencing will prevent this. especially good as during exceplionally wet periods the
chlldren play on the car park surface. The fencing will also add security to the perimeter, hence
improving safeguarding for the children.
We have had a security camerd fitted to the main entran￿ front door, again to improve security.
Also in our garden as well as the large sail fitted we have been able to purchase 2 large pop up
azebos, thi5 means our overdll shading ability is approximately 75 percent, making our garden safe
all year round.
Trainln
All staff are level 3 first aid trained.
All staff have received in house level 2 safeguarding training from me. l also deltvered a brief
Introduction to managing behaviour. I have reached out to all staff in our r￿￿t staff meeting to offer
more in depth training In myexperienced area5. These a￿.

More in depth behavlour trnining
- Speech, language & communication
- TPP and early years mental health awareness and undersknding
- One planning and supporting SEND chiklren
If I have enough irrterest l am happy to delNertrainlng on the above topics.
We have one memberofstaff Current￿ undertaking a 5enco qualification.
Comlng up soon is tralning on observation, assessment and plannlng.
Staff
All staff are due thelr supervisions in December. however I have done staff wellbeing check- in5 as I
feel the gap between supervisions can feel too long.
All staff reFK>rt to be happy at the rnoment.
Events
We had a successful summer fete and looking to improve next year to make it a Ilttle grander.
Reverend Julie is still Involved in our community, she has recently been in for hatvest time and we
vlill be celebrating Christmas together.
Overv
Our new children have settled In very well. l am looking forward to the year ahead.
I plan to make more changes over time Inside the setting, this wlll include sourcing funding to create
a sensoryarea.
Enhanclng the main hallway lo be a more purposeful play area.
l am working to improve the setting to be more communi(Jtion friendly for children.
Also working tovrdrds rdising behavK)ur expectations with the use of vlsuals and use of language
from staff.
Little changes have already been made. nothing exhaustive, staff are adapting well to the changes. C
Chan
es to the EYFS 2025 and the w
Otsted ins
ects setb
I have recently undertaken online training with the Early Years AllIan￿ to learn all about the way we
will be inspected from now on. I have shared the ￿le￿ant documents with all staff and we as a team
will be working together to achleve best outcomes lor our setting.
New Vislon Statement
I believe places of earty edu(ation Should have a vision statement to promote what we want our
children to achieve by the end of theirjourney in ear￿ yeats.

I shall now nominate the volunteers for the compulsory trustee roles and then ask for one of you to
second them into the posltion. The motion will then be carried and the person duly elected for the
next year.
Trustee
Amy Horton
Nominated by
Jemma
Bennett
Seconded by
Laura
Edwards
Tiustee
Jemrna
Bennett
Nominated by
Amy Horton
Seconded by
Laura
Edwards
TNstee
Laura
Edwards
Nomlnated by
Amy Horton
Seconded by
Jemma
Bennett
The followtng narned Individuals wlll become TTr￿ees once all DBSchecks and EY2 fom￿ have b¢en
cornpleted and come back Untll then they wlll remain wIthO￿ Trustee iesponslbilities and votlng
rfEhts.
Trustee
Lisa Ford
Nomlnated
by
Amy Horton
Second by
Jemma
Bennett
Trustee
Joanne
Lampard
Nominated
Amy Horton
Second by
Jemma
Bennett
Date of next AGM: TBC
Date of next commlttee meetinr. TBC
Meeting c105ed at..
Please note that no other business may be introduced. Items forthe commlttee's consideration at its
next meeting may be referred to the Secretary.

WOODHAM MORTIMER PRESCHOOL
REGISTERED CHARftYNUMBER 1208900
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENT5 FOR ThE PERIOD FROM 24JUNE2024ts 31 AUGUST2
Notes Perlod to 31August2V25
Income
Fundlng
Fees
Products
Fundralsing & Donatlons
Deposit
Interest
£75.331.40
£6,872.20
£149.00
£2,268.32
£120.02
£17.06
Totsl Income
£84,758.(KJ
Less OperatlngExpenses
100 Clubwlnners
AceounllnE, Bookeeping & Payroll
Art & Craft Con8umabLes
Bank chaiges
Furnlture & Equlpment
Fvndralsing& Expenses
Health. Hyglene & Cieanlng
Insurance. ICO & Olsted
Legal Fees
Mlsc
Phone & Brt)adband
Postage, Prlnting & siatlonary
Recrultment
Rent & Rates
RepalFS & Maintenance
Snacks & Food
Staff & Chlldwelfare
Subscrlptlons
Toys, Books & Resources
Trallling & DBS
Utbuties
un￿01
Wages & Penslons
Webslle & AdveTdslng
4300.00
1,055.21
-£86.58
.£20.63
-£2,81410
.£108.38
4427.72
4915.79
1.080.00
.£40.00
-E338.51
-E316.52
-É358.28
12,755.22
-£569.78
-£470.97
£0.00
-£304.43
41,189.83
309,37
EO.00
-È116.71
-£54,059.07
EO.00
Tolaloperafjng Expenses
-£77,637.10
SurpluslDellc
£7,120.90
Cash balances blf
37,075.35
Balances clt

WOODHAM MORTIMER PRESCHOOL
REGISTERED CHARITYNUMBER
STATEMENT OF ASSEfsAND LIABILITIES FORAT31AUGUST21f25
Notes
31Auwst 2025
RESERVES
BaLance blf
Excess Incomeover expendlture
£37.075.35
£7,120.90
£44,196.25
CASH FUNDS
CuirentAc¢ount
Pettycash
£44.152.08
£44.19
£d4,196.25
LIABILIIIES
Indepenéent Revlew
PAYEINI
Penslons
£780.00
-£114.20
£114.21
£780.01
FUNI)S OFTHE CHARrrY
Restrfcted ft4nds
Unrestylcled lunds
£o.(KJ
£44,196.25
£44,ts6.25
6.11.aoas
6.1 i.aoas

WOODHAM MORTIMERPRESCHOOL
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER
NOTES TO THEAccouKrs
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basls of Accountlng
The flnancial stalements have been prepared on the receipts and payments basls.
Income
All Income Is included atthe tlme of recelpt
Expenses
All expendf(ure Is accounted for atthe tlme of paymem
EQUIPMENT
All equipment purchased tythe charity is included underthese headings a5 an expense. No item5 have
been capltalise(i
BALANCE BROUGHT FORWARD
Balance broUghtfO￿ard ftomtransfer of old charity {no.ICE05261 to CIO Ino. 1208900}
INDEPENDE1￿REVIEw
£780.00 due for Independent Examinatlon costs forthe 202¢2025tinanclalyear.

WoodhHm Mortlmer Prtrsc￿￿A IrKome and Actount
PerbLd iSeptÈmbÈr20Z4tocb)wrè l fe1￿￿ry2025
WO)DIL4M M(MITIMER PRESCHOOLaOSING AccoiJpn5
¢HMITY HUMBEf¢: 1060526
RE￿iFf$AND PAYMENfs FOR THE YEAR I SEPTEMBER 2024TO 11 FEHRUAif12025
ICLOSIN6 DATE PRIOR TOTRANSFER TO CIO CHARITY NUP*BER
In¢ome
ECC Fundlng
SYP Grant
SEN Stsppkment
Fee5
Fees- Deposlts
Snack
FundraWn8
Unlform
Interest
Mlsc
Dona￿0
£56A35
£9WJ.70
£4,914.76
f50&54
£2314.34
£1￿
E65,487.39
Fxpendtture
Wages, PAYE, NI. EYP & NIC
Equlpment
Sundrysupplles
Snack
Rent& Heatlng
Tralnln8
St4tlonarylAdmln
Insurance
RefvrblshmentC95ts
unlfarm
Mlscelkneous
Le681 fees
Accountsntsfees
RecrultmentfEes
Sub5cdptlon fees
47￿7&92
4143A2
4377.62
-nOi.62
410S57.t
4363.&9
46
-£￿￿62
-£420.tK)
.£f￿.(
-f22.72
-EI,101.24
4969.52
-£75.IX)
CleaDlng
l.k¥
463081.43
G 11.iois
.11.aoif
Totri Inw)e less Expendhure
£1,&￿.96
Balance as at 15tSeptember
Excessof Intome ovÈr ExpÈndlttfre
15£me as E421
Balan￿8$011 Febryary (Bank
£35A69.39
£1,￿5.96
a7,tr1535
Bank l February (Bank UalaKcel
SavlngsAccount Ctrop (bank
BalarKel
Sa￿n￿ Ac¢ount5cothsh WTrJow5
(Bank Balar￿e)
Petty Cash
Trade debtors
),COJ.91
q867S9
£4.1￿.￿8
£45A2
£37￿75.35
UnreprE5Ented thÈquos
ActtuaLs lu￿b l(K)I
£oL4J
£om
£0
Tran5fer8alan¢ea$ at IIFeLwry
2025

Woodham Mortimer Preschool
Brookhead Farm
Maldon Road
Woodham Mortlmer
Maldon
Essex
CM9 6GP
Trustees
rniatlon5
The Committee confirm the followln¥.-
l. The appolntment of Barnes Clark Accountsnts Limited as examlners to carry out the
Independent Revlew for the period eEKled 31 Au8USt 2025.
2. The Charltys turnover and a￿t Wdlue5 are below the threshold at which an Audit ts requlred
and that there are no other reasons that makes an Audit necessary.
3. The Charity prepares Its Accounts on a recelpt and payment basis and rt Is r￿t requlred to
prepare Accounts on an accruals basi5 for any other reason.
4. The Internal Finandal controls are revlewed by the Trustees regularly to mlnimlse the risk of
fraud and errors.
5. The Charity neither received, rjor hol(ts. any Restrirted or Endowed Fund5.
6. The Chairty has sufficient funds available to meet its liablllties for a period of at least 12
months from today and there are no liabilities which risk the ChariW5 golng-concern bas15.
7. The Petty cash balance held at 31 August 2025 vffis £44.19.
Signed:
. kFo(tg
Date: 6.11.
Amy Horton (Chairperson}
Slgned:
Date.. 6.11.aoir
Jemma Bennett (Trea5urer}

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Woodham Mortimer Preschool Charitsble
Incorporated Organisatlon {"the Clo"}
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the CIO for the period from 24
June 2024 to 31 August 2025.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the CIO you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in
accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111'the Act'l-
I report in respect of my examination of the CIO'S accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act
and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the appllcable Directions given by the Charity
Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act.
Independent examiner's ststement
I have completed my examination. I confi'rm that no material matters have come to my attention in
connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect..
l. Accounttng records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by settion 130 of
the Act,. or
2. The accounts do not accord with those retord5.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connecdon 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.
Daniel Gardner FCCA
Barnes Clark Accountants Ltd, Vlctoria House, 88 The Causeway, Maldon CM9 4LL
Date: 6 November 2025