Birmingham Rathbone Society
Also known as: Birmingham Rathbone
To promote the welfare and advance the education of those children, young people and adults who are in need of special care and attention as a result of the educational difficulties they either do experience or have experienced. These difficulties will have usually caused them to attend schools for children with special educational needs, or in special classes within main stream schools.
Activities & Mission
To promote the welfare and advance the education of those children, young people and adults who are in need of special care and attention as a result of the educational difficulties they either do experience or have experienced. These difficulties will have usually caused them to attend schools for children with special educational needs, or in special classes within main stream schools.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 43% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1170). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £2,084,588 | £1,951,122 | £1,951,122 | £2,986,448 | £2,167,355 | 35 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,914,110 | £1,813,754 | £1,813,754 | £2,852,982 | £1,431,728 | 34 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,844,521 | £1,749,130 | £1,749,130 | £2,752,626 | £1,963,533 | 37 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,937,172 | £1,794,642 | £1,794,642 | £2,657,235 | £1,195,748 | 45 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,960,201 | £1,755,154 | £1,755,154 | £2,514,705 | £991,612 | 49 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Birmingham Rathbone Society
What does Birmingham Rathbone Society do?
To promote the welfare and advance the education of those children, young people and adults who are in need of special care and attention as a result of the educational difficulties they either do experience or have experienced. These difficulties will have usually caused them to attend schools for children with special educational needs, or in special classes within main stream schools.
How much income did Birmingham Rathbone Society report in 2025?
Birmingham Rathbone Society reported total income of £2.08m and reported expenditure of £1.95m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Birmingham Rathbone Society?
Birmingham Rathbone Society has a program ratio of 93.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 43% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1170 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Birmingham Rathbone Society registered as a charity?
Birmingham Rathbone Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 June 1985 as charity number 516557. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs Birmingham Rathbone Society?
Birmingham Rathbone Society is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ruby Stone. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Birmingham Rathbone Society operate?
Birmingham Rathbone Society operates across 2 areas: Birmingham City and Solihull.
Is Birmingham Rathbone Society a registered charity?
Yes — Birmingham Rathbone Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 516557.
Details
MORCOM HOUSE
LEDSAM STREET
BIRMINGHAM
B16 8DN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated