Open School East
Open School East (OSE) supports: (1) The artistic and professional development of artists through tuition, mentorship, studio provision and exhibition opportunities; (2) The development of life and creative skills, and confidence, among local young people; (3) The delivery of events, workshops, short courses and collective projects devised by and with the OSE community and partner organisations.
Activities & Mission
Open School East (OSE) supports: (1) The artistic and professional development of artists through tuition, mentorship, studio provision and exhibition opportunities; (2) The development of life and creative skills, and confidence, among local young people; (3) The delivery of events, workshops, short courses and collective projects devised by and with the OSE community and partner organisations.
Grants
Open School East is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £148,803
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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 | £169,664 | £148,803 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £175,504 | £177,784 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £218,540 | £208,418 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £229,439 | £279,014 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £324,436 | £259,999 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Open School East
What does Open School East do?
Open School East (OSE) supports: (1) The artistic and professional development of artists through tuition, mentorship, studio provision and exhibition opportunities; (2) The development of life and creative skills, and confidence, among local young people; (3) The delivery of events, workshops, short courses and collective projects devised by and with the OSE community and partner organisations.
How much income did Open School East report in 2025?
Open School East reported total income of £170k and reported expenditure of £149k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Open School East registered as a charity?
Open School East was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 October 2013 as charity number 1154104. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Open School East?
Open School East is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Griffin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Open School East operate?
Open School East operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Open School East a registered charity?
Yes — Open School East is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154104.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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