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Growing Young Disciples

Support, research and training for those working with children and young people in Christian discipleship

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Activities & Mission

Support, research and training for those working with children and young people in Christian discipleship

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
£425,766
Latest Expenditure
£434,538

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.1%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£425,766
£434,5380 / 8
2024
£340,906
£382,5370 / 8
2023
£297,346
£318,5080 / 8
2022
£246,969
£184,7150 / 0
2021
£63,709
£75,8440 / 1

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Frequently asked questions about Growing Young Disciples

What does Growing Young Disciples do?

Support, research and training for those working with children and young people in Christian discipleship

How much income did Growing Young Disciples report in 2025?

Growing Young Disciples reported total income of £426k and reported expenditure of £435k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Growing Young Disciples registered as a charity?

Growing Young Disciples was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 2018 as charity number 1178450. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Growing Young Disciples?

Growing Young Disciples is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Timothy Thornborough. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Growing Young Disciples operate?

Growing Young Disciples operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Growing Young Disciples a registered charity?

Yes — Growing Young Disciples is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178450.

Details

Address
10 SOUTH DOWNS
KNUTSFORD
WA16 8ND
Registration Date
21 May 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5117092
Charity Number
1178450

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Trustees

Timothy Thornborough Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
DEBBIE WOODS
Melanie June Lacy
STUART ANDREW CHAPLIN
Thomas William David Johnston
Also governs 1 other charity
TIMOTHY JAMES WICKHAM

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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