Colfe's School
Also known as: Colfe's Educational Foundation
THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC BY THE PROVISION AND CONDUCT OF A DAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN OR NEAR THE LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM AND, IN SO FAR AS IT IS INCIDENTAL OR ANCILLARY TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION, SUCH OTHER PURPOSES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE.
Activities & Mission
THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC BY THE PROVISION AND CONDUCT OF A DAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN OR NEAR THE LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM AND, IN SO FAR AS IT IS INCIDENTAL OR ANCILLARY TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION, SUCH OTHER PURPOSES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £27,745,000 | £26,074,000 | £25,304,000 | £24,775,000 | £7,200,000 | 376 / 1 |
| 2024 | £26,912,000 | £25,634,000 | £24,883,000 | £22,987,000 | £7,100,000 | 378 / 1 |
| 2023 | £24,882,000 | £24,013,000 | £23,389,000 | £21,438,000 | £5,100,000 | 306 / 1 |
| 2022 | £21,968,000 | £21,005,000 | £20,480,000 | £20,671,000 | £5,000,000 | 356 / 1 |
| 2021 | £19,389,000 | £18,640,000 | £18,215,000 | £19,756,000 | £2,600,000 | 342 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Colfe's School
What does Colfe's School do?
THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC BY THE PROVISION AND CONDUCT OF A DAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN OR NEAR THE LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM AND, IN SO FAR AS IT IS INCIDENTAL OR ANCILLARY TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION, SUCH OTHER PURPOSES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE.
How much income did Colfe's School report in 2025?
Colfe's School reported total income of £27.75m and reported expenditure of £26.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Colfe's School registered as a charity?
Colfe's School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 May 2005 as charity number 1109650. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Colfe's School?
Colfe's School is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is MATTHEW PELLEREAU. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Colfe's School operate?
Colfe's School operates across 2 areas: Kent and London.
Is Colfe's School a registered charity?
Yes — Colfe's School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1109650.
Details
HORN PARK LANE
LONDON
SE12 8AW
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- 30 July 2026
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