Asdan
ASDAN's aim is the advancement of education, by providing opportunities for all learners to develop their personal and social attributes and levels of achievement through the use and attainment of ASDAN awards and qualifications, and the relief of poverty, where poverty inhibits such opportunities for learners. We have now developed more than 80 programmes of educational activity.
Activities & Mission
ASDAN's aim is the advancement of education, by providing opportunities for all learners to develop their personal and social attributes and levels of achievement through the use and attainment of ASDAN awards and qualifications, and the relief of poverty, where poverty inhibits such opportunities for learners. We have now developed more than 80 programmes of educational activity.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 90% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1359). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,384,866 | £3,794,675 | £3,794,675 | £4,596,311 | £4,596,311 | 55 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,212,087 | £2,992,783 | £2,992,783 | £4,951,570 | £4,951,570 | 51 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,162,710 | £3,007,989 | £3,007,989 | £4,060,674 | £4,060,674 | 49 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,952,016 | £3,017,701 | £3,017,701 | £4,009,952 | £4,009,952 | 50 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,775,785 | £1,685,962 | £1,669,787 | £4,016,890 | £4,016,890 | 51 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Asdan
What does Asdan do?
ASDAN's aim is the advancement of education, by providing opportunities for all learners to develop their personal and social attributes and levels of achievement through the use and attainment of ASDAN awards and qualifications, and the relief of poverty, where poverty inhibits such opportunities for learners. We have now developed more than 80 programmes of educational activity.
How much income did Asdan report in 2025?
Asdan reported total income of £3.38m and reported expenditure of £3.79m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Asdan?
Asdan has a program ratio of 112.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1359 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Asdan registered as a charity?
Asdan was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 December 1997 as charity number 1066927. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Asdan?
Asdan is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Brian Stanley Doidge. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Asdan operate?
Asdan operates across 38 areas, including Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh and 35 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Asdan a registered charity?
Yes — Asdan is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1066927.
Details
Hudds Vale Road
St George
Bristol
South Gloucs
BS5 7HY
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