King's School
The principal activity of the charity is that of an independent day school providing education for 4 to 18 year olds.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity of the charity is that of an independent day school providing education for 4 to 18 year olds.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 42% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 70% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Education charities with income over £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £17,508,000 | £16,088,000 | £15,974,000 | £25,185,000 | £0 | 241 / 0 |
| 2023 | £16,372,000 | £14,722,000 | £14,614,000 | £23,267,000 | £19,005,000 | 233 / 0 |
| 2022 | £14,906,000 | £13,827,000 | £13,699,000 | £21,700,000 | £17,772,000 | 236 / 0 |
| 2021 | £14,345,000 | £13,100,000 | £12,959,000 | £20,647,000 | £16,346,000 | 232 / 0 |
| 2020 | £18,774,000 | £17,760,000 | £17,568,000 | £18,717,000 | £0 | 227 / 14 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about King's School
What does King's School do?
The principal activity of the charity is that of an independent day school providing education for 4 to 18 year olds.
How much income did King's School report in 2024?
King's School reported total income of £17.51m and reported expenditure of £16.09m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is King's School?
King's School has a program ratio of 91.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was King's School registered as a charity?
King's School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 March 1964 as charity number 525934. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs King's School?
King's School is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sandra Verity. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does King's School operate?
King's School operates across 2 areas: Cheshire East and Cheshire West & Chester.
Is King's School a registered charity?
Yes — King's School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 525934.
Details
Wrexham Road
Chester
CH4 7QL
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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