First Story Limited
Also known as: First Story
First Story brings talented, professional writers into schools serving low-income communities to work with teachers and students to foster creativity and communication skills.
Activities & Mission
First Story brings talented, professional writers into schools serving low-income communities to work with teachers and students to foster creativity and communication skills.
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
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 | £857,655 | £775,892 | £725,829 | £437,072 | £395,400 | 9 / 100 |
| 2024 | £818,315 | £788,051 | £709,750 | £355,309 | £355,309 | 10 / 12 |
| 2023 | £765,457 | £801,419 | £743,388 | £325,045 | £325,045 | 9 / 96 |
| 2022 | £717,441 | £637,060 | £593,322 | £361,008 | £353,358 | 8 / 60 |
| 2021 | £546,857 | £512,501 | £468,936 | £280,627 | £280,627 | 8 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about First Story Limited
What does First Story Limited do?
First Story brings talented, professional writers into schools serving low-income communities to work with teachers and students to foster creativity and communication skills.
How much income did First Story Limited report in 2025?
First Story Limited reported total income of £858k and reported expenditure of £776k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was First Story Limited registered as a charity?
First Story Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 2008 as charity number 1122939. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs First Story Limited?
First Story Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Edward James Baden-Powell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does First Story Limited operate?
First Story Limited operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is First Story Limited a registered charity?
Yes — First Story Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1122939.
Details
Webber Street
LONDON
SE1 8QW
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- 30 July 2026
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