Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru
Also known as: Fforwm
The charity aims are the advancement of education for the benefit of the general public in Wales. There is a key focus on post-14 education, lifelong learning and skills. The prime purpose is to assist member colleges to raise standards. These aims are carried out by representation and support of member colleges, provision of training, research & development work and undertaking relevant projects
Activities & Mission
The charity aims are the advancement of education for the benefit of the general public in Wales. There is a key focus on post-14 education, lifelong learning and skills. The prime purpose is to assist member colleges to raise standards. These aims are carried out by representation and support of member colleges, provision of training, research & development work and undertaking relevant projects
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 29% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Education 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,380,914 | £2,168,560 | £2,073,530 | £2,052,417 | £2,052,417 | 16 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,053,708 | £2,885,609 | £2,784,680 | £2,008,063 | £2,008,063 | 16 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,399,140 | £3,062,236 | £2,992,891 | £1,935,276 | £1,935,276 | 16 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,257,432 | £3,073,278 | £2,966,791 | £1,637,372 | £1,637,372 | 15 / 15 |
| 2021 | £1,732,494 | £1,842,136 | £1,757,319 | £925,218 | £925,218 | 14 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru
What does Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru do?
The charity aims are the advancement of education for the benefit of the general public in Wales. There is a key focus on post-14 education, lifelong learning and skills. The prime purpose is to assist member colleges to raise standards. These aims are carried out by representation and support of member colleges, provision of training, research & development work and undertaking relevant projects
How much income did Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru report in 2025?
Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru reported total income of £2.38m and reported expenditure of £2.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru?
Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru has a program ratio of 87.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru registered as a charity?
Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 January 1997 as charity number 1060182. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru?
Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru operate?
Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru a registered charity?
Yes — Colleges Wales / Colegau Cymru is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1060182.
Details
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Cardiff
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated