Education Charities That specialise in University of the third age
Discover 807 Education charities that specialise in university of the third age. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Clitheroe U3a Third Age Trust
EducationLearning, mainly informally, through monthly meetings and 29 Interest Groups
University Of The Third Age, Darlington
Arts, Education, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureEducational and leisure activities which include the following, walking, gardening, bridge, line dancing, local history, art history, literature, creative writing. Hand bell ringing, practical art, creative writing, poetry reading, garden bowls, music appreciation, jazz appreciation.
The Llandudno Area U3a
EducationThe primary activity is learning-based, to support and develop the range of interest groups run by and for members.
The Kingston University Of The Third Age
EducationSelf help educational groups for retired persons
The University Of The Third Age Norwich
Economic and community development, EducationProvision of study and activity groups for people no longer in/retired from full time employment.
Ashtead U3a
Arts, Education, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchWe organise our own activities, sharing our skills, knowledge and experiences. With a guest speaker each month.Our´+¢50 study and leisure groups cover a very wide range of subjects including antiques, art and music, bridge, crafts, current affairs, genealogy, history, languages, literature, luncheons, philosophy, and walking.
Kingston 3a Orchestra
Arts, EducationWeekly (in term time) rehearsals leading to concerts twice or three times a year open to public.
Chard, Ilminster And District U3a
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareProvision of a range of educational, practical and social activities for people no longer in full-time employment living in the Chard/Ilminster area of Somerset
Midhurst U3a
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureMIDHURST U3A AIMS TO ENCOURAGE PEOPLE, WHO ARE NO LONGER IN FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT,TO HELP EACH OTHER BY SHARING THEIR KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, INTERESTS AND EXPERIENCE AND TOCELEBRATE THE CAPABILITIES AND POTENTIAL OF OLDER PEOPLE AND THEIR VALUE TO SOCIETY. WEOFFER LEARNING ACTIVITIES WHICH AIM TO SATISFY THE WIDEST POSSIBLE RANGE OF INTERESTS;EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL, RECREATIONAL, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL.
Ashton In Makerfield And District University Of The Third Age
Beneficiary group, EducationThe advancement of education, and in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work, by all means including associated activates conducive to learning and personal development, in Ashton in Makerfield and district and it's surrounding locality.
Macclesfield U3a
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureEducation and recreation for older people
Third Age Counselling
Education, HealthThe charity is specifically restricted to the preservation and protection of health for the public benefit by the provision of counselling
University Of The Third Age - Reading
Associations, Education, Social welfareEDUCATION & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THOSE PERSONS RETIRED OR IN SEMI-RETIREMENT IN AND AROUND READING
Ashby U3a
Beneficiary group, EducationU3A exsists for the advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work, by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development.
Scarborough University Of The Third Age
Economic and community development, Education, LeisureLeisure, recreational and educational activities for men and women over retirement age, no longer in full time employment.
The University Of The Third Age Maidenhead
Education, LeisureEducation/TrainingArts/CultureSport/recreation
University Of The Third Age, North Norfolk
Economic and community development, Education, LeisureWe are part of the national movement of u3a's. We serve people in North Norfolk who are no longer in full-time gainful employment to develop their interests, use their skills and experience and continue learning. We organise social and learning activities, chiefly through about 60 small self-directed study groups that offer a wide variety of educational, creative and leisure opportunities.
Brighouse Third Age Group
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureWe aim to provide the means for local people over 50 yrs. to pursue their interest in structured groups. We rent appropriate space, provide equipment, produce a time-table and recruit class leaders in return for an annual membership fee and class fee, classes include sports, languages, arts, handicrafts, and games. We hold monthly forums with a speaker, monthly luncheon club & walking group.
The Lichfield University Of The Third Age
Education, LeisureEducational and leisure activities for retired people in Lichfield and district.
Becconsall U3a
Associations, Education, Social welfareBecconsall U3A provides educational and social activities for the retired and semi retired as defined by the University of the Third Age Trust in the areas of Hesketh Bank, Tarleton, Banks and surrounding villages.
Stratford-Upon-Avon U3a
Education, LeisureEducation and Leisure activities for older, or retired people
Ashford, Wye & District U3a
EducationTo provide education and activities for people of the 'Third Age'
Abingdon-On-Thames U3a
Beneficiary group, EducationThe purposes of Abingdon-on-Thames U3A are to advance education and in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development, in Abingdon-on-Thames and its surrounding locality.
Cury Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, LeisureAt the village hall different organisations hold coffee mornings on a Wednesday when the Post Office is there. We also hold private parties, discos, Christmas parties for the children & OAP's, race nights, barbecues, quiz night, bingo, Mr & Mrs evening. Different organisations hold meetings there , eg WI, YFC,Cury Old Cornwall society Cury Hunt keep fit, Art classes U3A Line dancing & others.
University Of The Third Age (south East London)
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureU3A (S.E. London) advances the education of older people no longer in employment in S.E. London. We provide recreational activities and facilities for these with the object of improving people's interest in, and enjoyment of life. We are a self-help group.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many university-of-the-third-age education charities are there in the UK?
There are 807 registered university-of-the-third-age education charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the university-of-the-third-age education charities by income?
United Learning LTD is the largest by latest reported annual income (£786.0m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of university-of-the-third-age education charities?
University-of-the-third-age education charities reported a combined annual income of £41.4bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for university-of-the-third-age education charities?
Across all university-of-the-third-age education charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 88.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of university-of-the-third-age education charities?
University-of-the-third-age education charities have an average annual income of £743k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.