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Opportunity Through Education

The trustees believe that the provision of education is one very practical way to help people out of poverty and into a worthwhile and sustainable life. The main areas in which the charity operates are Tanzania and Uganda. The charity works with disadvantaged children from a variety of backgrounds including orphans and deaf children.

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Activities & Mission

The trustees believe that the provision of education is one very practical way to help people out of poverty and into a worthwhile and sustainable life. The main areas in which the charity operates are Tanzania and Uganda. The charity works with disadvantaged children from a variety of backgrounds including orphans and deaf children.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£55,938
Latest Expenditure
£53,420

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 95.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 95.5%
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.

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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£55,938
£53,4200 / 10
2024
£72,590
£71,2730 / 6
2023
£68,895
£69,0520 / 12
2022
£69,796
£68,5490 / 10
2021
£32,487
£32,9090 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Opportunity Through Education

What does Opportunity Through Education do?

The trustees believe that the provision of education is one very practical way to help people out of poverty and into a worthwhile and sustainable life. The main areas in which the charity operates are Tanzania and Uganda. The charity works with disadvantaged children from a variety of backgrounds including orphans and deaf children.

How much income did Opportunity Through Education report in 2025?

Opportunity Through Education reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Opportunity Through Education registered as a charity?

Opportunity Through Education was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 July 2018 as charity number 1179046. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Opportunity Through Education?

Opportunity Through Education is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Keith Lion BSC FIA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Opportunity Through Education operate?

Opportunity Through Education operates across 3 areas: Tanzania, Uganda and England And Wales.

Is Opportunity Through Education a registered charity?

Yes — Opportunity Through Education is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179046.

Details

Address
THE LONG HOUSE
HURTMORE ROAD
HURTMORE
GODALMING
GU7 2RB
Registration Date
3 July 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5123860
Charity Number
1179046

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Trustees

Alan Keith Lion BSC FIA Chair
NICOLA JOCELYN LION

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