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Groundswell Arts

Groundswell Arts is a London based organisation that designs and delivers creative education programmes for 0 to 11 year olds their families and teachers.We value an inclusive approach to creative learning, which supports and nurtures the wellbeing of children. Our initiatives are designed to reduce educational disadvantage and develop teachers confidence to embed creativity and the arts

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Activities & Mission

Groundswell Arts is a London based organisation that designs and delivers creative education programmes for 0 to 11 year olds their families and teachers.We value an inclusive approach to creative learning, which supports and nurtures the wellbeing of children. Our initiatives are designed to reduce educational disadvantage and develop teachers confidence to embed creativity and the arts

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

Latest Income
£252,594
Latest Expenditure
£292,918

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 116.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 116.0%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£252,594
£292,9180 / 5
2024
£279,315
£259,1820 / 3
2023
£314,703
£207,8340 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Groundswell Arts

What does Groundswell Arts do?

Groundswell Arts is a London based organisation that designs and delivers creative education programmes for 0 to 11 year olds their families and teachers.We value an inclusive approach to creative learning, which supports and nurtures the wellbeing of children. Our initiatives are designed to reduce educational disadvantage and develop teachers confidence to embed creativity and the arts

How much income did Groundswell Arts report in 2025?

Groundswell Arts reported total income of £253k and reported expenditure of £293k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Groundswell Arts registered as a charity?

Groundswell Arts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 May 2022 as charity number 1198895. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Groundswell Arts?

Groundswell Arts is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Natalie Merritt. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Groundswell Arts operate?

Groundswell Arts operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Groundswell Arts a registered charity?

Yes — Groundswell Arts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198895.

Details

Address
Groundswell Arts
Stroud Green Primary School
Big Red Building
Haringey
N4 3EX
Registration Date
10 May 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5193754
Charity Number
1198895

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Trustees

Natalie Merritt Chair
Anna Sushila Barton-King
Blaise Grimes-Viort
Gareth Clayton
Lydia Ashman
Matthew Ian Burbedge
Sarah Crompton

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