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Reading Youth Orchestra

We welcome young musicians to join our orchestra, Through the balanced, programming of repertoire, and the weekly rehearsal of musicians, with professional coaching, we prepare works to a performance standard and provide performance opportunities termly. We do not have a geographic constraint despite being named as in 'Reading' - we welcome members from as far as they are willing to travel.

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Activities & Mission

We welcome young musicians to join our orchestra, Through the balanced, programming of repertoire, and the weekly rehearsal of musicians, with professional coaching, we prepare works to a performance standard and provide performance opportunities termly. We do not have a geographic constraint despite being named as in 'Reading' - we welcome members from as far as they are willing to travel.

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£12,164
Latest Expenditure
£6,539

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 53.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 53.8%
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
£12,164
£6,5390 / 10
2024
£10,767
£4,9580 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Reading Youth Orchestra

What does Reading Youth Orchestra do?

We welcome young musicians to join our orchestra, Through the balanced, programming of repertoire, and the weekly rehearsal of musicians, with professional coaching, we prepare works to a performance standard and provide performance opportunities termly. We do not have a geographic constraint despite being named as in 'Reading' - we welcome members from as far as they are willing to travel.

How much income did Reading Youth Orchestra report in 2025?

Reading Youth Orchestra reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Reading Youth Orchestra registered as a charity?

Reading Youth Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 March 2023 as charity number 1202139. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Reading Youth Orchestra?

Reading Youth Orchestra is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Melanie Jean Le Breuilly. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Reading Youth Orchestra operate?

Reading Youth Orchestra operates across 6 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Oxfordshire, Reading and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Reading Youth Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — Reading Youth Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202139.

Details

Address
27 Gipsy Lane
Wokingham
RG40 2BN
Registration Date
2 March 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5212416
Charity Number
1202139

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Trustees

Melanie Jean Le Breuilly Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Abigail Charis Saxton
Agnieszka Monika Debicka
Alastair Ross Lyon
Iulia Mihaela Pantea
Natacha Alexandra Marie Chenchery
Philippa Rachel Moore
Rebecca Christine Stewardson

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