Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust
Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust is a music school for children and young people living or studying in Hackney and neighbouring boroughs. The School's progressive concessions policy makes it accessible to groups currently under-represented in music education. Students are taught by professional musicians both individually and in groups, leading to regular free public concert performances.
Activities & Mission
Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust is a music school for children and young people living or studying in Hackney and neighbouring boroughs. The School's progressive concessions policy makes it accessible to groups currently under-represented in music education. Students are taught by professional musicians both individually and in groups, leading to regular free public concert performances.
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
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust (organisation 1013051)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £30,838 | £43,633 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £44,447 | £45,818 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £33,667 | £46,664 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust
What does Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust do?
Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust is a music school for children and young people living or studying in Hackney and neighbouring boroughs. The School's progressive concessions policy makes it accessible to groups currently under-represented in music education. Students are taught by professional musicians both individually and in groups, leading to regular free public concert performances.
How much income did Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust report in 2025?
Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust registered as a charity?
Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 September 2020 as charity number 1191159. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust?
Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust operate?
Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust operates across 5 areas, including Hackney, Haringey, Islington and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Hackney Youth Orchestras Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191159.
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