London Youth Choir
Also known as: London Youth Choirs
London Youth Choirs was set up in 2012 as a social action programme and centre of musical excellence. LYC currently comprises six central and two regional choirs for young people from every London borough from school year 3 to age 23. The tuition and performance opportunities that LYC provides are designed to educate and inspire whilst championing inclusivity and understanding.
Activities & Mission
London Youth Choirs was set up in 2012 as a social action programme and centre of musical excellence. LYC currently comprises six central and two regional choirs for young people from every London borough from school year 3 to age 23. The tuition and performance opportunities that LYC provides are designed to educate and inspire whilst championing inclusivity and understanding.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £775,794 | £874,778 | £730,709 | £137,466 | £137,106 | 11 / 2 |
| 2024 | £735,722 | £725,697 | £634,635 | £236,450 | £222,253 | 11 / 2 |
| 2023 | £744,197 | £738,515 | £671,411 | £241,427 | £215,479 | 8 / 1 |
| 2022 | £468,752 | £462,414 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £392,819 | £318,808 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about London Youth Choir
What does London Youth Choir do?
London Youth Choirs was set up in 2012 as a social action programme and centre of musical excellence. LYC currently comprises six central and two regional choirs for young people from every London borough from school year 3 to age 23. The tuition and performance opportunities that LYC provides are designed to educate and inspire whilst championing inclusivity and understanding.
How much income did London Youth Choir report in 2025?
London Youth Choir reported total income of £776k and reported expenditure of £875k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was London Youth Choir registered as a charity?
London Youth Choir was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 April 2013 as charity number 1151714. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs London Youth Choir?
London Youth Choir is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dame Deirdre Mary Hutton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does London Youth Choir operate?
London Youth Choir operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is London Youth Choir a registered charity?
Yes — London Youth Choir is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151714.
Details
St. John's Waterloo
73 Waterloo Road
London
SE1 8TY
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