Les Filles De La Croix
Also known as: Stoodley Knowle Convent and School
The education and formation of Religious Sisters, by care and pastoral work in Roman Catholic parishes in Torquay, and Falmouth and by its other charitable works, as well as by the provision of teaching and pastoral care.
Activities & Mission
The education and formation of Religious Sisters, by care and pastoral work in Roman Catholic parishes in Torquay, and Falmouth and by its other charitable works, as well as by the provision of teaching and pastoral care.
Grants
Les Filles De La Croix makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £58,090
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and religious activities
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 4% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 986). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 14% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £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 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 | £1,208,653 | £572,771 | £519,976 | £13,276,677 | £6,617,859 | 5 / 5 |
| 2024 | £466,456 | £654,612 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £437,537 | £469,438 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £393,706 | £448,210 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £322,956 | £440,911 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Les Filles De La Croix
What does Les Filles De La Croix do?
The education and formation of Religious Sisters, by care and pastoral work in Roman Catholic parishes in Torquay, and Falmouth and by its other charitable works, as well as by the provision of teaching and pastoral care.
How much income did Les Filles De La Croix report in 2025?
Les Filles De La Croix reported total income of £1.21m and reported expenditure of £573k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Les Filles De La Croix?
Les Filles De La Croix has a program ratio of 43.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 4% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 986 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Les Filles De La Croix registered as a charity?
Les Filles De La Croix was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 January 1964 as charity number 232014. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Les Filles De La Croix?
Les Filles De La Croix is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sister Ellen Foskin SISTER PERPETUA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Les Filles De La Croix operate?
Les Filles De La Croix operates across 4 areas: Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth City and Torbay.
Is Les Filles De La Croix a registered charity?
Yes — Les Filles De La Croix is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 232014.
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Other notable Beneficiary group charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Stoodley Knowle Convent and School
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated