Lichfield Cathedral School
To advance education by the provision and conduct of a school for boys and girls which shall have a religious character in accordance with the tenets of the Church of England .To further religious, educational and other charitable work in accordance with the principles of the Church of England in the diocese of Lichfield and the wider community.
Activities & Mission
To advance education by the provision and conduct of a school for boys and girls which shall have a religious character in accordance with the tenets of the Church of England .To further religious, educational and other charitable work in accordance with the principles of the Church of England in the diocese of Lichfield and the wider community.
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 55% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £8,210,849 | £7,836,440 | £7,836,440 | £2,441,582 | £2,320,882 | 146 / 0 |
| 2023 | £7,196,231 | £7,086,692 | £7,086,692 | £2,067,173 | £1,915,861 | 143 / 0 |
| 2022 | £6,336,213 | £6,026,784 | £6,026,784 | £1,957,634 | £1,859,478 | 133 / 5 |
| 2021 | £5,741,192 | £5,424,190 | £5,424,190 | £1,648,205 | £1,619,803 | 123 / 0 |
| 2020 | £5,809,679 | £5,396,641 | £5,396,641 | £1,331,203 | £1,302,698 | 130 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Lichfield Cathedral School
What does Lichfield Cathedral School do?
To advance education by the provision and conduct of a school for boys and girls which shall have a religious character in accordance with the tenets of the Church of England .To further religious, educational and other charitable work in accordance with the principles of the Church of England in the diocese of Lichfield and the wider community.
How much income did Lichfield Cathedral School report in 2024?
Lichfield Cathedral School reported total income of £8.21m and reported expenditure of £7.84m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Lichfield Cathedral School?
Lichfield Cathedral School has a program ratio of 95.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 55% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Lichfield Cathedral School registered as a charity?
Lichfield Cathedral School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 August 2010 as charity number 1137481. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Lichfield Cathedral School?
Lichfield Cathedral School is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nina Dawes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lichfield Cathedral School operate?
Lichfield Cathedral School operates in Staffordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lichfield Cathedral School a registered charity?
Yes — Lichfield Cathedral School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137481.
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