Buckinghamshire Music Trust
Our core mission is to provide outstanding music education, including instrumental and vocal lessons at school and in one of our Music Centres across Bucks.We also support schools in the delivery of their music curriculum, and work with a range of partners who share a passion for music and its importance for all young people, in all its forms.
Activities & Mission
Our core mission is to provide outstanding music education, including instrumental and vocal lessons at school and in one of our Music Centres across Bucks.We also support schools in the delivery of their music curriculum, and work with a range of partners who share a passion for music and its importance for all young people, in all its forms.
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 93% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 92% of UK Arts 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,437,923 | £2,813,581 | £2,813,581 | £2,473,923 | £0 | 107 / 15 |
| 2023 | £2,177,821 | £2,450,836 | £2,450,836 | -£525,612 | £0 | 98 / 12 |
| 2022 | £2,204,096 | £2,309,236 | £2,302,308 | -£246,058 | £0 | 93 / 15 |
| 2021 | £2,124,036 | £2,133,291 | £2,126,130 | -£140,918 | £767 | 103 / 12 |
| 2020 | £2,087,520 | £2,046,614 | £2,044,957 | -£131,663 | £0 | 96 / 12 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Buckinghamshire Music Trust
What does Buckinghamshire Music Trust do?
Our core mission is to provide outstanding music education, including instrumental and vocal lessons at school and in one of our Music Centres across Bucks.We also support schools in the delivery of their music curriculum, and work with a range of partners who share a passion for music and its importance for all young people, in all its forms.
How much income did Buckinghamshire Music Trust report in 2024?
Buckinghamshire Music Trust reported total income of £2.44m and reported expenditure of £2.81m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Buckinghamshire Music Trust?
Buckinghamshire Music Trust has a program ratio of 113.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Buckinghamshire Music Trust registered as a charity?
Buckinghamshire Music Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 April 2018 as charity number 1177780. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Buckinghamshire Music Trust?
Buckinghamshire Music Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Buckinghamshire Music Trust operate?
Buckinghamshire Music Trust operates in Buckinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Buckinghamshire Music Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Buckinghamshire Music Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1177780.
Details
Walton Road
Aylesbury
HP21 7ST
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