Association For Citizenship Teaching
Also known as: Act
We work to transform the lives of children and young people through high quality Citizenship and democracy education. We achieve our aims by supporting the education community with:teacher professional development, training, conferences and networking;resources, our journal and by sharing research;advocacy and policy influencing aimed at strengthening Citizenship education.
Activities & Mission
We work to transform the lives of children and young people through high quality Citizenship and democracy education. We achieve our aims by supporting the education community with:teacher professional development, training, conferences and networking;resources, our journal and by sharing research;advocacy and policy influencing aimed at strengthening Citizenship education.
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 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 69% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,184,063 | £674,118 | £673,594 | £1,427,762 | £462,120 | 7 / 28 |
| 2023 | £1,001,627 | £640,322 | £638,751 | £917,817 | £264,598 | 8 / 28 |
| 2022 | £1,157,325 | £696,931 | £695,418 | £556,512 | £156,373 | 9 / 25 |
| 2021 | £113,618 | £97,640 | 0 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about Association For Citizenship Teaching
What does Association For Citizenship Teaching do?
We work to transform the lives of children and young people through high quality Citizenship and democracy education. We achieve our aims by supporting the education community with:teacher professional development, training, conferences and networking;resources, our journal and by sharing research;advocacy and policy influencing aimed at strengthening Citizenship education.
How much income did Association For Citizenship Teaching report in 2024?
Association For Citizenship Teaching reported total income of £1.18m and reported expenditure of £674k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Association For Citizenship Teaching?
Association For Citizenship Teaching has a program ratio of 56.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Association For Citizenship Teaching registered as a charity?
Association For Citizenship Teaching was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 January 2020 as charity number 1187335. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Association For Citizenship Teaching?
Association For Citizenship Teaching is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Helen Blachford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Association For Citizenship Teaching operate?
Association For Citizenship Teaching operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Association For Citizenship Teaching a registered charity?
Yes — Association For Citizenship Teaching is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187335.
Details
Hill House
210 Upper Richmond Road
LONDON
SW15 6NP
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- 14 May 2026
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