Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge
To advance the education of students aged 7 to 19, being students who are the victims of bullying, or by reason of other emotional trauma or illness, are for the time being unable to attend mainstream school, providing them with an academic, pastoral and therapeutic educational programme in a safe learning environment.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of students aged 7 to 19, being students who are the victims of bullying, or by reason of other emotional trauma or illness, are for the time being unable to attend mainstream school, providing them with an academic, pastoral and therapeutic educational programme in a safe learning environment.
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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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 75% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 51% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,031,612 | £1,054,206 | £1,054,206 | £518,815 | £451,369 | 32 / 1 |
| 2023 | £917,954 | £922,760 | £922,760 | £541,409 | £499,291 | 31 / 2 |
| 2022 | £974,768 | £849,356 | £849,356 | £546,215 | £481,451 | 32 / 5 |
| 2021 | £934,057 | £754,955 | £754,955 | £420,803 | £355,208 | 31 / 3 |
| 2020 | £459,556 | £443,636 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge
What does Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge do?
To advance the education of students aged 7 to 19, being students who are the victims of bullying, or by reason of other emotional trauma or illness, are for the time being unable to attend mainstream school, providing them with an academic, pastoral and therapeutic educational programme in a safe learning environment.
How much income did Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge report in 2024?
Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge reported total income of £1.03m and reported expenditure of £1.05m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge?
Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge has a program ratio of 102.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 75% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge registered as a charity?
Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 November 2017 as charity number 1175826. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge?
Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge operate?
Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge operates across 6 areas, including Cambridgeshire, Central Bedfordshire, Essex and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge a registered charity?
Yes — Red Balloon Learner Centre Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175826.
Details
42-44 High Street
Milton
CAMBRIDGE
CB24 6DF
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