Ragged School Museum Trust
The Ragged School Museum offers visitors and school groups a chance to learn about the social history of and Victorian education in the east end of London.
Activities & Mission
The Ragged School Museum offers visitors and school groups a chance to learn about the social history of and Victorian education in the east end of London.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 46% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £588,760 | £449,541 | £426,832 | £4,917,939 | £118,151 | 2 / 20 |
| 2024 | £502,135 | £304,733 | £242,354 | £4,778,720 | £94,605 | 4 / 10 |
| 2023 | £2,277,790 | £158,163 | £116,486 | £4,581,318 | £26,533 | 2 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,166,547 | £105,317 | £83,187 | £2,461,691 | £50,466 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £348,147 | £127,264 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ragged School Museum Trust
What does Ragged School Museum Trust do?
The Ragged School Museum offers visitors and school groups a chance to learn about the social history of and Victorian education in the east end of London.
How much income did Ragged School Museum Trust report in 2025?
Ragged School Museum Trust reported total income of £589k and reported expenditure of £450k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ragged School Museum Trust?
Ragged School Museum Trust has a program ratio of 72.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 46% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ragged School Museum Trust registered as a charity?
Ragged School Museum Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 December 1988 as charity number 800538. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Ragged School Museum Trust?
Ragged School Museum Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ragged School Museum Trust operate?
Ragged School Museum Trust operates across 3 areas: Essex, Kent and London.
Is Ragged School Museum Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Ragged School Museum Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800538.
Details
LONDON
E3 4RR
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- 14 May 2026
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