Parallel Histories
Parallel Histories is a UK educational charity, founded in 2017, to improve the life chances of disadvantaged young people and promote social cohesion through innovation in humanities teaching. We empower teachers to teach controversial history by providing training, educational resources, and debating for young people. Through these three main activities, we work with over 1110 secondary schools.
Activities & Mission
Parallel Histories is a UK educational charity, founded in 2017, to improve the life chances of disadvantaged young people and promote social cohesion through innovation in humanities teaching. We empower teachers to teach controversial history by providing training, educational resources, and debating for young people. Through these three main activities, we work with over 1110 secondary schools.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £165,095 | £171,090 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £107,800 | £119,053 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £120,160 | £131,258 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £131,802 | £93,591 | 0 / 300 | |||
| 2021 | £70,147 | £52,212 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Parallel Histories
What does Parallel Histories do?
Parallel Histories is a UK educational charity, founded in 2017, to improve the life chances of disadvantaged young people and promote social cohesion through innovation in humanities teaching. We empower teachers to teach controversial history by providing training, educational resources, and debating for young people. Through these three main activities, we work with over 1110 secondary schools.
How much income did Parallel Histories report in 2025?
Parallel Histories reported total income of £165k and reported expenditure of £171k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Parallel Histories registered as a charity?
Parallel Histories was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 September 2017 as charity number 1174481. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Parallel Histories?
Parallel Histories is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Joshua Hillis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Parallel Histories operate?
Parallel Histories operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Parallel Histories a registered charity?
Yes — Parallel Histories is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174481.
Details
Sheering Road
Hatfield Heath
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Hertfordshire
CM22 7LJ
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