National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain
Also known as: The National Children's Orchestra
To advance education and in particular to advance the education and training in music and orchestral playing of children and young persons
Activities & Mission
To advance education and in particular to advance the education and training in music and orchestral playing of children and young persons
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 54% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 339). How is this calculated?
Higher than 45% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 32% of UK Arts 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,672,179 | £1,694,890 | £1,569,099 | £1,110,975 | £700,000 | 15 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,000,813 | £1,570,064 | £1,467,808 | £1,133,686 | £667,525 | 15 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,546,483 | £1,517,339 | £1,417,224 | £702,937 | £667,381 | 15 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,322,878 | £1,355,321 | £1,273,279 | £672,440 | £500,000 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £741,840 | £735,852 | £671,390 | £639,263 | £639,263 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain
What does National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain do?
To advance education and in particular to advance the education and training in music and orchestral playing of children and young persons
How much income did National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain report in 2025?
National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain reported total income of £1.67m and reported expenditure of £1.69m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain?
National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain has a program ratio of 93.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 54% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 339 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain registered as a charity?
National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 1990 as charity number 803026. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain?
National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain is governed by a board of 16 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain operate?
National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain a registered charity?
Yes — National Children's Orchestras Of Great Britain is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 803026.
Details
Great Britain
Unit 2.3 Streamline Building
436-441 Paintworks
Bristol
BS4 3AS
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated