Global Schools Forum
Global Schools Forum (GSF) works to strengthen global education through supporting non-state organisations in developing countries who serve children from low-income backgrounds. We are a community united by a common vision of a world in which all children are able to access quality education.
Activities & Mission
Global Schools Forum (GSF) works to strengthen global education through supporting non-state organisations in developing countries who serve children from low-income backgrounds. We are a community united by a common vision of a world in which all children are able to access quality 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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 85% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Beneficiary group 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,754,503 | £3,000,609 | £2,917,319 | £1,874,820 | £422,267 | 10 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,044,189 | £1,872,992 | £1,840,636 | £2,120,926 | £163,732 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,877,935 | £1,556,710 | £1,513,946 | £949,729 | £70,656 | 8 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,403,781 | £775,277 | £653,744 | £628,504 | £290,942 | 6 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Global Schools Forum
What does Global Schools Forum do?
Global Schools Forum (GSF) works to strengthen global education through supporting non-state organisations in developing countries who serve children from low-income backgrounds. We are a community united by a common vision of a world in which all children are able to access quality education.
How much income did Global Schools Forum report in 2025?
Global Schools Forum reported total income of £2.75m and reported expenditure of £3.00m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Global Schools Forum?
Global Schools Forum has a program ratio of 105.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 85% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Global Schools Forum registered as a charity?
Global Schools Forum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2021 as charity number 1195542. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Global Schools Forum?
Global Schools Forum is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Global Schools Forum operate?
Global Schools Forum operates across 6 areas, including Ghana, India, Nigeria and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Global Schools Forum a registered charity?
Yes — Global Schools Forum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1195542.
Details
167-169 Great Portland Street
LONDON
W1W 5PF
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