Debate Mate Schools Limited
Also known as: Debate Mate Limited, Urbanunltd Limited
Through debating, Debate Mate delivers key skill to young people in areas of high child poverty. University undergraduate debaters run after-school debating clubs in inner-city schools across the UK. Debate Mate also runs regional and national inter-school debating competitions. Learning to debate develops core skills identified by business and the government as missing in mainstream education.
Activities & Mission
Through debating, Debate Mate delivers key skill to young people in areas of high child poverty. University undergraduate debaters run after-school debating clubs in inner-city schools across the UK. Debate Mate also runs regional and national inter-school debating competitions. Learning to debate develops core skills identified by business and the government as missing in mainstream education.
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
Higher than 75% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 51% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,166,355 | £1,200,663 | £1,180,747 | -£59,804 | £0 | 15 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,333,722 | £1,360,391 | £1,335,814 | -£25,496 | £0 | 17 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,318,861 | £1,263,109 | £1,225,976 | £1,173 | £1,173 | 15 / 0 |
| 2021 | £995,085 | £945,696 | £921,444 | -£54,579 | £0 | 17 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,057,163 | £1,230,319 | £1,207,610 | -£103,968 | £0 | 20 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Debate Mate Schools Limited
What does Debate Mate Schools Limited do?
Through debating, Debate Mate delivers key skill to young people in areas of high child poverty. University undergraduate debaters run after-school debating clubs in inner-city schools across the UK. Debate Mate also runs regional and national inter-school debating competitions. Learning to debate develops core skills identified by business and the government as missing in mainstream education.
How much income did Debate Mate Schools Limited report in 2024?
Debate Mate Schools Limited reported total income of £1.17m and reported expenditure of £1.20m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Debate Mate Schools Limited?
Debate Mate Schools Limited has a program ratio of 101.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 75% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Debate Mate Schools Limited registered as a charity?
Debate Mate Schools Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 October 2007 as charity number 1121222. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Debate Mate Schools Limited?
Debate Mate Schools Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is BRITT LINTNER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Debate Mate Schools Limited operate?
Debate Mate Schools Limited operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.
Is Debate Mate Schools Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Debate Mate Schools Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1121222.
Details
The Viaduct Business Centre
364A Coldharbour Lane
London
SW9 8PL
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Also Known As
- Debate Mate Limited
- Urbanunltd Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated