Christ Church Students' Union
Also known as: Ccsu
As the Students' Union for Canterbury Christ Church University, we are the representative body for the students of the University, providing educational support, social and recreational activities that enhance student life and increase employability prospects and promote the interests of our members at all time. For more information please see www.ccsu.co.uk
Activities & Mission
As the Students' Union for Canterbury Christ Church University, we are the representative body for the students of the University, providing educational support, social and recreational activities that enhance student life and increase employability prospects and promote the interests of our members at all time. For more information please see www.ccsu.co.uk
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 73% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 53% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 24% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £977,383 | £995,808 | £988,353 | £461,215 | £461,215 | 12 / 250 |
| 2024 | £1,098,033 | £1,133,293 | £1,114,498 | £479,640 | £139,606 | 16 / 250 |
| 2023 | £1,148,002 | £1,045,518 | £1,034,910 | £514,900 | £514,900 | 17 / 250 |
| 2022 | £1,014,808 | £1,023,373 | £1,010,882 | £412,417 | £412,417 | 14 / 500 |
| 2021 | £798,124 | £713,739 | £712,456 | £420,982 | £311,195 | 13 / 500 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Christ Church Students' Union
What does Christ Church Students' Union do?
As the Students' Union for Canterbury Christ Church University, we are the representative body for the students of the University, providing educational support, social and recreational activities that enhance student life and increase employability prospects and promote the interests of our members at all time. For more information please see www.ccsu.co.uk
How much income did Christ Church Students' Union report in 2025?
Christ Church Students' Union reported total income of £977k and reported expenditure of £996k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Christ Church Students' Union?
Christ Church Students' Union has a program ratio of 101.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Christ Church Students' Union registered as a charity?
Christ Church Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2011 as charity number 1142619. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Christ Church Students' Union?
Christ Church Students' Union is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Molly Emma Davies. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Christ Church Students' Union operate?
Christ Church Students' Union operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Christ Church Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Christ Church Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142619.
Details
Mary Seacole
North Holmes Road
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 1QU
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Also Known As
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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