National Youth Arts Trust
Also known as: Nyat
The National Youth Arts Trust exists to do something about inequality in the performing arts industry and to ensure a career in the arts is accessible to all. Our bursaries and drama projects help talented students from disadvantaged backgrounds train in dance, music and drama.
Activities & Mission
The National Youth Arts Trust exists to do something about inequality in the performing arts industry and to ensure a career in the arts is accessible to all. Our bursaries and drama projects help talented students from disadvantaged backgrounds train in dance, music and drama.
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.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — The Talbot House Trust (organisation 1010214)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £262,450 | £242,475 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £249,269 | £114,642 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £82,562 | £138,957 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £112,151 | £120,652 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £172,705 | £120,171 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about National Youth Arts Trust
What does National Youth Arts Trust do?
The National Youth Arts Trust exists to do something about inequality in the performing arts industry and to ensure a career in the arts is accessible to all. Our bursaries and drama projects help talented students from disadvantaged backgrounds train in dance, music and drama.
How much income did National Youth Arts Trust report in 2025?
National Youth Arts Trust reported total income of £262k and reported expenditure of £242k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was National Youth Arts Trust registered as a charity?
National Youth Arts Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 June 2013 as charity number 1152367. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs National Youth Arts Trust?
National Youth Arts Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Emma Jane Hinde. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does National Youth Arts Trust operate?
National Youth Arts Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is National Youth Arts Trust a registered charity?
Yes — National Youth Arts Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152367.
Details
PO Box 225
Chessington
KT9 9EB
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Also Known As
- Nyat
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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