Cranford School
Also known as: Cranford House School Trust Limited, Cranford House School
To promote and provide for the advancement of education of children in the United Kingdom and elsewhere such education designed to give a sound Christian and moral basis to all pupils.
Activities & Mission
To promote and provide for the advancement of education of children in the United Kingdom and elsewhere such education designed to give a sound Christian and moral basis to all pupils.
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 45% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 372). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 59% 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 | £12,719,676 | £11,814,969 | £11,814,969 | £10,400,723 | £10,400,723 | 148 / 0 |
| 2024 | £11,716,350 | £10,601,061 | £8,736,584 | £9,496,016 | £9,496,016 | 142 / 0 |
| 2023 | £10,084,776 | £9,552,031 | £9,552,031 | £8,380,727 | £5,894,485 | 144 / 0 |
| 2022 | £9,233,308 | £8,717,768 | £8,717,768 | £7,847,982 | £5,361,740 | 143 / 0 |
| 2021 | £8,048,121 | £7,728,396 | £7,728,396 | £7,332,442 | £4,846,200 | 146 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cranford School
What does Cranford School do?
To promote and provide for the advancement of education of children in the United Kingdom and elsewhere such education designed to give a sound Christian and moral basis to all pupils.
How much income did Cranford School report in 2025?
Cranford School reported total income of £12.72m and reported expenditure of £11.81m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cranford School?
Cranford School has a program ratio of 92.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 45% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 372 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cranford School registered as a charity?
Cranford School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 September 1980 as charity number 280883. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs Cranford School?
Cranford School is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cranford School operate?
Cranford School operates across 6 areas, including Oxfordshire, Reading, Slough and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Cranford School a registered charity?
Yes — Cranford School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280883.
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Also Known As
- Cranford House School Trust Limited
- Cranford House School
Data & trust
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- 30 July 2026
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