Sail Training International
The development and education of young people of all nationalities, religions, cultures and social background through sail training and the promotion of international understanding and friendship. Sail Training International is the worldwide voice of sail training and the medium by which member national sail training organisations plan and execute international projects, programmes and activities.
Activities & Mission
The development and education of young people of all nationalities, religions, cultures and social background through sail training and the promotion of international understanding and friendship. Sail Training International is the worldwide voice of sail training and the medium by which member national sail training organisations plan and execute international projects, programmes and activities.
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 62% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 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 | £980,501 | £941,243 | £941,243 | £823,675 | £767,001 | 6 / 26 |
| 2024 | £381,234 | £438,023 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £326,604 | £401,086 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £864,253 | £675,136 | £675,136 | £440,137 | £279,036 | 6 / 0 |
| 2021 | £497,951 | £698,399 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sail Training International
What does Sail Training International do?
The development and education of young people of all nationalities, religions, cultures and social background through sail training and the promotion of international understanding and friendship. Sail Training International is the worldwide voice of sail training and the medium by which member national sail training organisations plan and execute international projects, programmes and activities.
How much income did Sail Training International report in 2025?
Sail Training International reported total income of £981k and reported expenditure of £941k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sail Training International?
Sail Training International has a program ratio of 96.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 62% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sail Training International registered as a charity?
Sail Training International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 April 2003 as charity number 1096846. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Sail Training International?
Sail Training International is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is James George. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sail Training International operate?
Sail Training International operates across 17 areas, including Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria and 14 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Sail Training International a registered charity?
Yes — Sail Training International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096846.
Details
Unit 9 Cooperage Green
Royal Clarence Yard
Weevil Lane
Gosport
Hampshir
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