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National Youth String Orchestra

Also known as: The National Youth Strings Academy

Furthering the musical education of children and young people enabling them to perform in public. Its primary activity is the running of specialist string chamber orchestras providing quality training for talented young string players between the ages of 7 and 21 and giving them experience of the art of public performance.

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Activities & Mission

Furthering the musical education of children and young people enabling them to perform in public. Its primary activity is the running of specialist string chamber orchestras providing quality training for talented young string players between the ages of 7 and 21 and giving them experience of the art of public performance.

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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Financial Information

Latest Income
£186,300
Latest Expenditure
£165,498

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 88.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£186,300
£165,4980 / 0
2024
£173,781
£158,7770 / 0
2023
£166,433
£137,6450 / 0
2022
£166,846
£134,6810 / 0
2021
£113,810
£99,1800 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about National Youth String Orchestra

What does National Youth String Orchestra do?

Furthering the musical education of children and young people enabling them to perform in public. Its primary activity is the running of specialist string chamber orchestras providing quality training for talented young string players between the ages of 7 and 21 and giving them experience of the art of public performance.

How much income did National Youth String Orchestra report in 2025?

National Youth String Orchestra reported total income of £186k and reported expenditure of £165k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was National Youth String Orchestra registered as a charity?

National Youth String Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 2005 as charity number 1110462. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs National Youth String Orchestra?

National Youth String Orchestra is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does National Youth String Orchestra operate?

National Youth String Orchestra operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.

Is National Youth String Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — National Youth String Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1110462.

Details

Address
The Coach House
Broad Street
Orford
WOODBRIDGE
Suffolk
IP12 2NQ
Website
www.nyso.uk
Registration Date
15 July 2005
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4017160
Charity Number
1110462

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Trustees

CHARLES EDWARD MCIAN CLARK
Also governs 2 other charities
DALE EDWARD WILKINS
Also governs 1 other charity
DAVID JAMES WOODHEAD
JOHN BIMSON
Karen Elizabeth Humphreys MBE
Also governs 1 other charity
RICHARD COWPER DAVISON

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The National Youth Strings Academy

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14 May 2026
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