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Forest School Association

Also known as: Fsa

The FSA is the professional body and dedicated voice for Forest School (FS) within the UK. We are devoted to promoting quality Forest School for all.Communicate a strong, clear vision of what FS is; development of FS qualification curriculum content; support the increase of FS opportunities; a focus of FS good practice/research and a commitment to work alongside others with similar aims

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Activities & Mission

The FSA is the professional body and dedicated voice for Forest School (FS) within the UK. We are devoted to promoting quality Forest School for all.Communicate a strong, clear vision of what FS is; development of FS qualification curriculum content; support the increase of FS opportunities; a focus of FS good practice/research and a commitment to work alongside others with similar aims

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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

Latest Income
£143,493
Latest Expenditure
£153,792

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 107.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 2024 — Sustainable Land Trust (organisation 5096264)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£143,493
£153,7920 / 30
2024
£129,953
£74,7830 / 30
2023
£95,725
£149,4470 / 30
2022
£179,372
£177,5970 / 20
2021
£87,061
£86,1980 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Forest School Association

What does Forest School Association do?

The FSA is the professional body and dedicated voice for Forest School (FS) within the UK. We are devoted to promoting quality Forest School for all.Communicate a strong, clear vision of what FS is; development of FS qualification curriculum content; support the increase of FS opportunities; a focus of FS good practice/research and a commitment to work alongside others with similar aims

How much income did Forest School Association report in 2025?

Forest School Association reported total income of £143k and reported expenditure of £154k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Forest School Association registered as a charity?

Forest School Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2014 as charity number 1155616. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Forest School Association?

Forest School Association is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Matthew Harder. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Forest School Association operate?

Forest School Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Forest School Association a registered charity?

Yes — Forest School Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155616.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
4 February 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5030793
Charity Number
1155616

Trustees

Matthew Harder Chair
Ashley Wilson
Danielle Earley
Dr Frances Harris
Emma Briscoe
James William Trotman
Lily Horseman
Richard Charles Smith

Also Known As

  • Fsa

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