Bookkeeping For Childcare & Nursery Businesses

We keep your books accurate and up to date so you always know where your nursery stands financially. From daily transactions to VAT returns, we take care of it all.

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Our Approach to Bookkeeping

We set up your system

We review your current bookkeeping setup and make sure everything is structured properly for your childcare business from the start.

We record your transactions

We process your income and expenses on a regular basis, keeping your records accurate, organised and ready when you need them.

We reconcile your accounts

We match your records against your bank statements to make sure nothing is missed and everything balances correctly.

We prepare and submit your VAT

We calculate and file your VAT returns on time, making sure you are claiming everything you are entitled to.

Why Childcare Businesses Choose a Specialist For Bookkeeping

Nursery finances involve a mix of funding income, parent fees, staffing costs and day-to-day expenses. Without accurate bookkeeping, it is easy to lose sight of where your money is going.

  • We understand how funding payments, parent invoices and ad hoc income flow through your business. Your books will reflect the way your nursery actually operates.

  • Whether you need figures for a funding audit, a bank conversation or just peace of mind, your books are always up to date and easy to access.

  • Childcare VAT can be complex, especially with exempt and standard-rated income. We make sure your returns are correct and submitted on time, every time.

  • You did not start a nursery to spend your evenings on spreadsheets. We take the bookkeeping off your plate so you can focus on the children and your team.

"Good bookkeeping makes everything else easier. I make sure your records are kept up to date and in good shape, so when VAT is due or year-end comes around, you already have everything you need. It is one of those things that works best when someone is staying on top of it consistently."

Lamont Richards

Lamont Richards

Practice Manager

Lamont Richards

Why choose us

Sector Expertise

We work exclusively with childcare businesses so we understand your world

Peace of Mind

Your deadlines are tracked and compliance is handled so nothing gets missed

Total Clarity

Everything is explained in plain English so you always understand your finances

True Partnership

We work alongside you as part of your team, not as a distant service provider

Nothing Missed

Every deadline, filing and submission is taken care of with no last-minute surprises

"Andrea and the team are an extension of the business! I highly recommend them if you want accountants who provide more than just bookkeeping."

Derek Appau

Business Owner

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FAQs

How often will my books be updated?

This depends on the size of your setting. Most of our nursery clients have their books updated weekly or monthly, and we agree a schedule that works for you.

Do I need to use specific software?

We work with a range of cloud-based accounting software and will recommend the best option for your nursery. If you already use something, we can usually work with that too.

What records do I need to keep?

We will guide you on exactly what to save and how to send it across. Most clients find it much simpler than they expected once we get a system in place.

Can you help if my books are behind?

Yes. We regularly help nurseries catch up on backlogged bookkeeping and get everything back on track.

Is VAT included in the bookkeeping service?

VAT preparation and filing is included as part of our bookkeeping service for VAT-registered nurseries.

How do you handle nursery funding income?

We understand how local authority funding works and make sure it is recorded correctly alongside parent fees and any other income streams.

FAQs

This depends on the size of your setting. Most of our nursery clients have their books updated weekly or monthly, and we agree a schedule that works for you.

We work with a range of cloud-based accounting software and will recommend the best option for your nursery. If you already use something, we can usually work with that too.

We will guide you on exactly what to save and how to send it across. Most clients find it much simpler than they expected once we get a system in place.

Yes. We regularly help nurseries catch up on backlogged bookkeeping and get everything back on track.

VAT preparation and filing is included as part of our bookkeeping service for VAT-registered nurseries.

We understand how local authority funding works and make sure it is recorded correctly alongside parent fees and any other income streams.