Cornwall Music Service Trust
Provision of music education for children and young people in Cornwall. This includes instrumental and vocal lessons for individuals, provision of group activities and support within Cornwall's schools and other educational establishments.The Cornwall Music Service Trust is a recognised provider operating within the Cornwall Music Education Hub framework.
Activities & Mission
Provision of music education for children and young people in Cornwall. This includes instrumental and vocal lessons for individuals, provision of group activities and support within Cornwall's schools and other educational establishments.The Cornwall Music Service Trust is a recognised provider operating within the Cornwall Music Education Hub framework.
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 68% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 74% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £1,830,281 | £1,757,742 | £1,747,509 | £746,649 | £735,226 | 111 / 2 |
| 2024 | £1,781,203 | £1,746,490 | £1,636,909 | £674,110 | £150,102 | 115 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,735,066 | £1,736,970 | £1,728,343 | £633,684 | £553,933 | 113 / 2 |
| 2022 | £1,552,807 | £1,770,785 | £1,770,785 | £635,588 | £282,589 | 113 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,110,739 | £1,672,340 | £1,672,340 | £853,566 | £527,790 | 120 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cornwall Music Service Trust
What does Cornwall Music Service Trust do?
Provision of music education for children and young people in Cornwall. This includes instrumental and vocal lessons for individuals, provision of group activities and support within Cornwall's schools and other educational establishments.The Cornwall Music Service Trust is a recognised provider operating within the Cornwall Music Education Hub framework.
How much income did Cornwall Music Service Trust report in 2025?
Cornwall Music Service Trust reported total income of £1.83m and reported expenditure of £1.76m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cornwall Music Service Trust?
Cornwall Music Service Trust has a program ratio of 98.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cornwall Music Service Trust registered as a charity?
Cornwall Music Service Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 2014 as charity number 1159622. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Cornwall Music Service Trust?
Cornwall Music Service Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cornwall Music Service Trust operate?
Cornwall Music Service Trust operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Cornwall Music Service Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Cornwall Music Service Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159622.
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