Little Village Learners and Fun Track is a charitable organisation who are registered on the Charities Commission for England and Wales.
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We are a CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation). As an Early Years Provider, in the Voluntary Sector, we do not recieve financial support from the Government or Local Authority. We therefore rely on fundraising to purchase resources for the children and keep our fees low.
What do Trustees do?
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Our Trustees are answerable to Ofsted. They have overall control of a charity and are responsible for making sure it's doing what it was set up to do. They are responsible for managing funds, deciding on outings, organising events, fundraising and making decisions about future planning.
They have been recruited on a voluntary basis.
How does the Board of Trustees run?
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The Charity has a constitution, which is a set of rules that are followed, and are members of the Pre-school Learning Alliance (PLA) who provide guidance. Without Trustees there cannot be a viable charity and Little Village Learners could be closed following the AGM.
Who can join the Board of Trustees?
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Anyone with an enthusiam and interest in the setting – such as a parent, guardian, former parent/guardian, grandparent or Local Councillors.
How much time is required?
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We hold a meeting, on average, once a half-term, plus the AGM each Autumn, which we like as many members as possible to attend.
We are flexible on times and dates to allow for the best attendance.
Additional meetings for emergency situations, and fundraising events are held when needed.
What do I need to know before I register my interest in joining the Board of Trustees?
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• It is mandatory for all Trustees to undergo a police check and provide all the necessary details to obtain an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate.
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• Ofsted will also assess if you are suitable to be a registered person for the pre-school.
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• You will be asked to sign a confidentiality agreement and declare any conflicts of interest when you join our Board of Trustees.
How can being part of the Board of Trustees benefit me?
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• As part of the Board of Trustees you help shape and secure the future of the pre-school.
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• You play an active role in supporting the local community – because of your volunteering, our staff are employed, and the children are educated.
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• The role is a great asset for your CV, with many skills you can develop or enhance.
Your current Board of Trustees
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Mike Halstead
Claire Wardley
Natalie Kata
Cheryl Ambler
Lyndsey Kata​
Plus other co-opted members made up of current and former parents.
Other parents are welcome to join.
