Church Of England Children's Society
Also known as: The Children's Society
Frontline services focus on 10-18 year olds who live with significant disadvantage, poverty, neglect and who have complex needs and face multiple risks. These include child exploitation, mental health, missing and runaways from home, substance misuse and children in and around the care system. We campaign about what needs to change to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people.
Activities & Mission
Frontline services focus on 10-18 year olds who live with significant disadvantage, poverty, neglect and who have complex needs and face multiple risks. These include child exploitation, mental health, missing and runaways from home, substance misuse and children in and around the care system. We campaign about what needs to change to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £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 | £40,642,000 | £44,278,000 | £25,045,000 | £45,064,000 | £45,064,000 | 852 / 3000 |
| 2024 | £36,475,000 | £40,896,000 | £21,836,000 | £45,965,000 | £30,685,000 | 793 / 3200 |
| 2023 | £43,398,000 | £40,001,000 | £22,618,000 | £48,164,000 | £34,301,000 | 767 / 4000 |
| 2022 | £36,653,000 | £37,863,000 | £22,213,000 | £45,559,000 | £27,195,000 | 768 / 7500 |
| 2021 | £34,041,000 | £38,946,000 | £20,790,000 | £44,519,000 | £16,200,000 | 825 / 8303 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Church Of England Children's Society
What does Church Of England Children's Society do?
Frontline services focus on 10-18 year olds who live with significant disadvantage, poverty, neglect and who have complex needs and face multiple risks. These include child exploitation, mental health, missing and runaways from home, substance misuse and children in and around the care system. We campaign about what needs to change to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people.
How much income did Church Of England Children's Society report in 2025?
Church Of England Children's Society reported total income of £40.64m and reported expenditure of £44.28m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Church Of England Children's Society?
Church Of England Children's Society has a program ratio of 61.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Church Of England Children's Society registered as a charity?
Church Of England Children's Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 May 1964 as charity number 221124. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Church Of England Children's Society?
Church Of England Children's Society is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is The Rt Revd Elizabeth Lane. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Church Of England Children's Society operate?
Church Of England Children's Society operates across 2 areas: Denbighshire and England.
Is Church Of England Children's Society a registered charity?
Yes — Church Of England Children's Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221124.
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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