Bright Park

Also known as: The Knotty Ash Special School, The Knotty Ash Special Schooltrust

Education and training facility for children with special needs, promotion of education, assist in the provision of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation.

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Activities & Mission

Education and training facility for children with special needs, promotion of education, assist in the provision of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation.

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

Liverpool City

Financial Information

Latest Income

£91,536

Latest Expenditure

£103,778

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 113.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 113.4%

Expenditure as % of income

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	Staff
2025	£91,536	£103,778	0 / 40
2024	£105,655	£121,126	0 / 15
2023	£97,739	£91,278	0 / 20
2022	£51,564	£40,472	0 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bright Park

What does Bright Park do?

Education and training facility for children with special needs, promotion of education, assist in the provision of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation.

How much income did Bright Park report in 2025?

Bright Park reported total income of £92k and reported expenditure of £104k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bright Park registered as a charity?

Bright Park was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 June 1967 as charity number 526085. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs Bright Park?

Bright Park is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bright Park operate?

Bright Park operates in Liverpool City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bright Park a registered charity?

Yes — Bright Park is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 526085.