Great Open Door
Great Open Door (GOD) is a schools work charity whose primary aim is to advance the Christian Faith. This is fulfilled by teaching the Christian faith and Christian moral values to primary school children in Harlow Essex and the surrounding area in a variety of engaging and relevant ways so that they can make an informed choice about belief in God and following His Son, Jesus Christ.
Activities & Mission
Great Open Door (GOD) is a schools work charity whose primary aim is to advance the Christian Faith. This is fulfilled by teaching the Christian faith and Christian moral values to primary school children in Harlow Essex and the surrounding area in a variety of engaging and relevant ways so that they can make an informed choice about belief in God and following His Son, Jesus Christ.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £10,114 | £7,417 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2024 | £6,219 | £9,332 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £8,424 | £9,429 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £8,390 | £6,887 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £1,726 | £519 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Great Open Door
What does Great Open Door do?
Great Open Door (GOD) is a schools work charity whose primary aim is to advance the Christian Faith. This is fulfilled by teaching the Christian faith and Christian moral values to primary school children in Harlow Essex and the surrounding area in a variety of engaging and relevant ways so that they can make an informed choice about belief in God and following His Son, Jesus Christ.
How much income did Great Open Door report in 2025?
Great Open Door reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Great Open Door registered as a charity?
Great Open Door was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 October 2016 as charity number 1169471. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Great Open Door?
Great Open Door is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Jane Mitchell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Great Open Door operate?
Great Open Door operates across 2 areas: Essex and Hertfordshire.
Is Great Open Door a registered charity?
Yes — Great Open Door is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1169471.
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- 2 November 2026
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