Developments In Literacy UK (uk)
Also known as: Developments in Literacy UK, Dil Trust UK
Developments in Literacy (DIL) UK is dedicated to providing quality education to disadvantaged children, especially girls, by establishing and operating schools in the underdeveloped regions of Pakistan, with a strong focus on gender equality and community participation. DIL UK in England supports language and vocational skills to mothers of under performing students & terminally ill children.
Activities & Mission
Developments in Literacy (DIL) UK is dedicated to providing quality education to disadvantaged children, especially girls, by establishing and operating schools in the underdeveloped regions of Pakistan, with a strong focus on gender equality and community participation. DIL UK in England supports language and vocational skills to mothers of under performing students & terminally ill children.
Grants
Developments In Literacy UK (uk) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £200,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief and economic or community development and employment
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2016 — Developments in Literacy Trust UK (organisation 4037023)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £532,731 | £317,306 | £229,803 | £901,364 | £844,741 | 1 / 15 |
| 2024 | £176,071 | £325,694 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £464,209 | £159,474 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £357,580 | £95,044 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £90,984 | £133,999 | 0 / 11 |
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Frequently asked questions about Developments In Literacy UK (uk)
What does Developments In Literacy UK (uk) do?
Developments in Literacy (DIL) UK is dedicated to providing quality education to disadvantaged children, especially girls, by establishing and operating schools in the underdeveloped regions of Pakistan, with a strong focus on gender equality and community participation. DIL UK in England supports language and vocational skills to mothers of under performing students & terminally ill children.
How much income did Developments In Literacy UK (uk) report in 2025?
Developments In Literacy UK (uk) reported total income of £533k and reported expenditure of £317k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Developments In Literacy UK (uk) registered as a charity?
Developments In Literacy UK (uk) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 2014 as charity number 1155825. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Developments In Literacy UK (uk)?
Developments In Literacy UK (uk) is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lala Rafiq. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Developments In Literacy UK (uk) operate?
Developments In Literacy UK (uk) operates across 3 areas: Pakistan, Brent and Ealing.
Is Developments In Literacy UK (uk) a registered charity?
Yes — Developments In Literacy UK (uk) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155825.
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Also Known As
- Developments in Literacy UK
- Dil Trust UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated