Exeter Cathedral School
Also known as: Ecs
The charitable objectives of the school are to promote and provide residential and non-residential schools for the advancement of education and the advancement of religion in accordance with the practices of the Church of England for the benefit of the public and of the choristers of Exeter Cathedral by providing facilities for their education.
Activities & Mission
The charitable objectives of the school are to promote and provide residential and non-residential schools for the advancement of education and the advancement of religion in accordance with the practices of the Church of England for the benefit of the public and of the choristers of Exeter Cathedral by providing facilities for their 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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 93% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 95% of UK Arts 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 | £2,674,528 | £3,036,183 | £3,036,183 | £251,450 | £180,388 | 50 / 1 |
| 2023 | £3,026,047 | £3,180,441 | £3,180,441 | £567,086 | £488,991 | 55 / 2 |
| 2022 | £2,863,287 | £2,832,057 | £2,832,057 | £743,578 | £446,769 | 62 / 2 |
| 2021 | £2,547,138 | £2,479,724 | £2,479,724 | £748,859 | £328,858 | 60 / 5 |
| 2020 | £2,412,017 | £2,463,593 | £2,463,593 | £630,819 | £343,889 | 75 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Exeter Cathedral School
What does Exeter Cathedral School do?
The charitable objectives of the school are to promote and provide residential and non-residential schools for the advancement of education and the advancement of religion in accordance with the practices of the Church of England for the benefit of the public and of the choristers of Exeter Cathedral by providing facilities for their education.
How much income did Exeter Cathedral School report in 2024?
Exeter Cathedral School reported total income of £2.67m and reported expenditure of £3.04m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Exeter Cathedral School?
Exeter Cathedral School has a program ratio of 113.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Exeter Cathedral School registered as a charity?
Exeter Cathedral School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 2013 as charity number 1151444. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Exeter Cathedral School?
Exeter Cathedral School is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Exeter Cathedral School operate?
Exeter Cathedral School operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Exeter Cathedral School a registered charity?
Yes — Exeter Cathedral School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151444.
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- 14 May 2026
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