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2025-09-30-annual-report

Company Registration Number: NI608898 Charity Number: NI103414

Derrytrasna Playgroup (A company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital) Annual Report and Unaudited Financial Statements for the financial year ended 30 September 2025

Daly Park & Company Ltd Chartered Accountants 4 Carnegie Street Lurgan Co. Armagh BT66 6AS

Derrytrasna Playgroup (A company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital) CONTENTS

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Trustees' and Other Information 3
Trustees’ Annual Report 4-6
Statement ofTrustees’ Responsibilities 7
Independent Examiner's Report 8
Statement of Financial Activities i)
Balance Sheet 10
Notes to the Financial Statements 11-15
SupplementaryInformationrelatingtotheFinancialStatements Ve

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Derrytrasna Playgroup (A company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital) TRUSTEES' AND OTHER INFORMATION

Trustees

Bronte McGeown (Appointed 1 December 2024) Jessica Henry (Resigned 7 October 2025) Alana Coleman Ciaran Scullion (Resigned 7 October 2025) Shauneen Scullion (Resigned 7 October 2025) Pauline Skelton (Resigned 7 October 2025) Niamh McAlinden (Resigned 1 September 2025) Sinead McGeown Shauna Quinn Leonie McCann (Resigned 1 December 2024) Meadhbha Stevenson (Appointed 7 October 2025) Nicola McGeown (Appointed 7 October 2025) Emer McCormick (Appointed 7 October 2025) Kathleen Hankins (Chairperson) (Appointed 7 October 2025) Niamh Farrell (Appointed 7 October 2025) Jodie Breen (Appointed 7 October 2025) Bria McGeown (Appointed 7 October 2025) Helen Lappin (Appointed 7 October 2025)

Company Secretary Corina McCann (Appointed 7 October 2025) Charity Number in Northern Ireland NI103414 Company Registration Number NI608898 Registered Office and Principal Address 191 Derrytrasna Road Lurgan Co. Armagh BT66 6NR United Kingdom Independent Examiner Daly Park & Company Ltd Chartered Accountants 4 Carnegie Street Lurgan Co. Armagh BT66 6AS Principal Bankers Danske Bank P.O. Box 183 Donegall Square West Belfast BT1 6JS Solicitors O'Connor & Moriarty Solicitors 51 North Street Lurgan Armagh BT67 9AG

Principal Bankers

Solicitors

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Derrytrasna Playgroup (A company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital) TRUSTEES' ANNUAL REPORT

for the financial year ended 30 September 2025

The trustees present their Trustees' Annual Report, combining the Directors' Report and Trustees’ Report, and the unaudited financial statements for the financial year ended 30 September 2025.

The financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102).

The Trustees’ Report contains the information required to be provided in the Trustees’ Annual Report under the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) guidelines. The trustees of the charity are also charity trustees for the purpose of charity law and under the charity's constitution are known as members of the board of trustees.

In this report the trustees of Derrytrasna Playgroup present a summary of its purpose, governance, activities, achievements and finances for the financial year 30 September 2025. The charity is a registered charity and hence the report and results are presented in a form which complies with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 and, although not obliged to comply with the Statement of Recommended Practice applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland FRS 102, the organisation has implemented its recommendations where relevant in these financial statements.

Mission, Objectives and Strategy

Objectives

Our organisation advances the education and the development of children, the preservation and protection of health and the promotion of the benefit and wellbeing of children aged between 3 and 11 years old and in particular but not exclusively children under statutory school age in the Derrytrasna area. Our organisation provides a Playgroup for 0-5 year olds and a Breakfast/Afterschool Club for 5-11 year olds attending the primary school in the same property. Our playgroup promotes and follows the early years programme, thus preparing 0-5 year olds from the Derrytrasna area for entry into P1. Our Breakfast and Afterschool Clubs provides the advancement of education, development and well being of children during out-of-school hours and during school holidays. During the Afterschool Club hours, children receive homework support and can take part in organised activities such as arts and crafts, cookery and tin whistle lessons.

Structure, Governance and Management

Governance

Appointment of acting Trustees / Directors

As described in the Articles of Association a new director may be eligible for appointment if 21 days before the annual general meeting, written notice is deposited with the registered office of the intended proposal, signed by a member and signed by the person being proposed, so as to indicate his/ her willingness to be elected.

Governing Document

Derrytrasna Playgroup is a company limited by guarantee governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association. In the event of the charity being wound up, the liability in the respect of the guarantee is limited to £1 per member of the charity. The company is under the control of the directors who are, therefore, acting trustees for the charity.

Trustee Induction and Training

New trustees are briefed on their legal obligation under charity and company law, the content of the Memorandum and Articles of Association, the Board and decision-making processes and recent financial performance of the charity. Trustees are encouraged to view the Charities Commission website so as to gain a full understanding of trustee roles and responsibilities.

Review of Achievements and Performance

Activities, Achievements and Performance

Derrytrasna Playgroup has continued to deliver high quality early years education and out-of-school care throughout the year, despite the ongoing financial pressures associated with rising operational costs. The trustees have remained focused on maintaining a sustainable service while ensuring that the needs and wellbeing of children and families within the local community continue to be met.

Financial Sustainability and Fundraising Activities

In response to increased costs, including higher energy prices and the National Living Wage, a modest increase in fees was introduced to support the ongoing financial viability of the Playgroup, Breakfast Club and Afterschool Club. This was implemented carefully to balance affordability for families with the need to maintain high standards of care and appropriate staffing levels.

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Derrytrasna Playgroup (A company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital) TRUSTEES' ANNUAL REPORT for the financial year ended 30 September 2025 Fundraising activities continued during the year; however, total funds raised fell short of the previous financial year. Fundraising events included a Halloween Disco (£607) and a Santa Dash (£1,759). While income from fundraising was lower than in the prior year, these events remained important in supporting the running of the setting and in promoting the Playgroup within the local community. The trustees are grateful for the continued support of parents, carers and volunteers who contributed to these events.

In addition to fundraising income, the Playgroup was successful in securing a Take500 grant of £2,000 for 2025. This funding will assist with the delivery of activities for the children.

Staffing and Development

During 2025, two new members of staff were recruited to support the delivery of services and maintain appropriate staffing ratios. The trustees continue to support staff development to ensure the Playgroup provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for all children attending.

Performance and Future Focus The trustees consider the overall performance of the Playgroup during the year to be positive, particularly in light of the financial challenges faced. Looking forward, the trustees will continue to focus on strengthening sustainability, increasing enrolment where possible, and identifying additional funding and fundraising opportunities to support the long-term future of Derrytrasna Playgroup.

Financial Review The results for the financial year are set out in the Statement of Financial Activities, Balance Sheet and additional notes are provided showing income and expenditure in greater detail.

Financial Results At the end of the financial year the charity has assets of £111,084 (2024 - £107,209) and liabilities of £1,566 (2024 - £1,590). The net assets of the charity have increased by £3,899.

Trustees The trustees who served throughout the financial year, except as noted, were as follows:

Bronte McGeown (Appointed 1 December 2024) Jessica Henry (Resigned 7 October 2025) Alana Coleman Ciaran Scullion (Resigned 7 October 2025) Shauneen Scullion (Resigned 7 October 2025) Pauline Skelton (Resigned 7 October 2025) Niamh McAlinden (Resigned 1 September 2025) Sinead McGeown Shauna Quinn Leonie McCann (Resigned 1 December 2024) Meadhbha Stevenson (Appointed 7 October 2025) Nicola McGeown (Appointed 7 October 2025) Emer McCormick (Appointed 7 October 2025) Kathleen Hankins (Chairperson) (Appointed 7 October 2025) Niamh Farrell (Appointed 7 October 2025) Jodie Breen (Appointed 7 October 2025) Bria McGeown (Appointed 7 October 2025) Helen Lappin (Appointed 7 October 2025)

In accordance with the Constitution, the trustees retire by rotation and, being eligible, offer themselves for re-election.

The secretary who served during the financial year was:

Corina McCann (Appointed 7 October 2025)

Compliance with Sector-Wide Legislation and Standards The charity engages pro-actively with legislation, standards and codes which are developed for the sector. Derrytrasna Playgroup subscribes to and is compliant with the following: - The Companies Act 2006 - The Charities SORP (FRS 102)

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Derrytrasna Playgroup (A company limited by guarantee, not having having a share TRUSTEES' ANNUAL REPORT for the financial year ended 30 September 2025

(A company limited by guarantee, not having having a share capital)

Reserves Policy

Our reserves policy is to maintain a level of reserves that can cover at least six months of operating costs. These reserves are held to:

  1. Safeguard the Playgroup in the event that major funding sources such as Pathway and the Southern Health and Social Care Trust are withdrawn or reduced;

  2. Provide a financial buffer in the case of significant unexpected expenses (e.g., major repairs like a roof

replacement); and

  1. Ensure that we can meet redundancy and closure costs, thereby protecting our staff and ensuring responsible govemance.

Public Benefit

In setting our objectives and planning our activities for the year the trustees have given careful consideration to the Charity Commission for Norther Ireland's guidance on public benefit to ensure that the activities have helped achieve the charity purposes and provide a benefit fo the beneficiaries.

Risk Management

The Trustees have a risk management strategy which comprises an annual review of the risks the charity faces, the establishment of systems and procedures to mitigate those risks identified and the implementation of procedures designed to minimise any potential impact on the charity.

Approved by the Board of Trustees on 19 February 2026 and signed on its behalf by:

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Trustee

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Derrytrasna Playgroup (A company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital) STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES’ RESPONSIBILITIES

for the financial year ended 30 September 2025

The trustees, who are also directors of Derrytrasna Playgroup for the purposes of company law, are responsible for preparing the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

Company law requires the trustees as the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the trustees have elected to prepare the financial staternents in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law) including FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" Section 1A (Small Entities). Under company law the trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company and of the surplus or deficit of the company for that period.

The trustees confirm that they have complied with the above requirements in preparing the financial statements.

The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Approved by the Board of Trustees on 19 February 2026 and signed on its behalf by:

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