Royal Deaf Education Trust
Also known as: Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education, the Deaf Academy
The operation of a School which educates students aged 5 to 16 years and a Further Education College providing post 16 education. Both the School and College offer residential and day placements to deaf young people. The Charity also operates a Children's Home for deaf young people.
Activities & Mission
The operation of a School which educates students aged 5 to 16 years and a Further Education College providing post 16 education. Both the School and College offer residential and day placements to deaf young people. The Charity also operates a Children's Home for deaf young people.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £9,019,345 | £9,133,100 | £9,133,100 | £17,091,027 | £988,022 | 190 / 0 |
| 2024 | £7,883,181 | £7,673,741 | £7,673,741 | £17,254,326 | £902,983 | 166 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,503,339 | £6,257,133 | £6,257,133 | £16,828,481 | £389,456 | 127 / 11 |
| 2022 | £5,825,766 | £5,456,478 | £5,450,388 | £15,179,513 | £1,350,000 | 122 / 1 |
| 2021 | £5,459,542 | £5,244,453 | £5,238,362 | £6,109,834 | £196,111 | 119 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Deaf Education Trust
What does Royal Deaf Education Trust do?
The operation of a School which educates students aged 5 to 16 years and a Further Education College providing post 16 education. Both the School and College offer residential and day placements to deaf young people. The Charity also operates a Children's Home for deaf young people.
How much income did Royal Deaf Education Trust report in 2025?
Royal Deaf Education Trust reported total income of £9.02m and reported expenditure of £9.13m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Royal Deaf Education Trust registered as a charity?
Royal Deaf Education Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 June 2008 as charity number 1124523. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Royal Deaf Education Trust?
Royal Deaf Education Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dame Angela Mary Pedder. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Deaf Education Trust operate?
Royal Deaf Education Trust operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Deaf Education Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Deaf Education Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124523.
Details
1 Douglas Avenue
EXMOUTH
EX8 2AU
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Also Known As
- Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education
- the Deaf Academy
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- 30 July 2026
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