Bancroft's School
To advance the education of children and young people by the provision, in or near Woodford in Essex, of a preparatory and secondary school for boys and girls
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of children and young people by the provision, in or near Woodford in Essex, of a preparatory and secondary school for boys and girls
Grants
Bancroft's School makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £22,506,564
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £26,283,959 | £22,506,564 | £22,453,461 | £26,741,785 | £6,618,727 | 243 / 0 |
| 2024 | £24,209,195 | £22,587,803 | £22,542,379 | £22,890,479 | £2,465,947 | 247 / 26 |
| 2023 | £22,155,612 | £21,250,135 | £21,206,650 | £21,164,056 | £782,323 | 245 / 27 |
| 2022 | £20,339,067 | £19,912,743 | £19,896,715 | £20,261,823 | £66,317 | 271 / 28 |
| 2021 | £19,055,551 | £18,812,892 | £18,800,579 | £19,845,303 | £17,602,980 | 267 / 27 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bancroft's School
What does Bancroft's School do?
To advance the education of children and young people by the provision, in or near Woodford in Essex, of a preparatory and secondary school for boys and girls
How much income did Bancroft's School report in 2025?
Bancroft's School reported total income of £26.28m and reported expenditure of £22.51m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bancroft's School registered as a charity?
Bancroft's School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 1998 as charity number 1068532. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Bancroft's School?
Bancroft's School is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bancroft's School operate?
Bancroft's School operates across 3 areas: Essex, Hertfordshire and London.
Is Bancroft's School a registered charity?
Yes — Bancroft's School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1068532.
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Registry Information
Trustees
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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