School Of Hard Knocks
Also known as: Sohk
School of Hard Knocks uses sport and other challenging activities to help participants re-engage with school or find employment. All of our courses seek to develop a sense of citizenship and work towards improvement in mental and physical health and wellbeing. Other objectives include: Reduced crime, money management, career planning, increased confidence and increased personal responsibility.
Activities & Mission
School of Hard Knocks uses sport and other challenging activities to help participants re-engage with school or find employment. All of our courses seek to develop a sense of citizenship and work towards improvement in mental and physical health and wellbeing. Other objectives include: Reduced crime, money management, career planning, increased confidence and increased personal responsibility.
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 19% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,345,094 | £1,324,168 | £1,059,283 | £118,311 | £118,311 | 23 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,518,232 | £1,545,622 | £1,393,660 | £97,385 | £97,385 | 32 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,779,731 | £1,838,592 | £1,595,277 | £124,775 | £124,775 | 0 / 3 |
| 2022 | £1,555,527 | £1,538,191 | £1,326,153 | £183,636 | £171,389 | 25 / 3 |
| 2021 | £1,107,746 | £1,036,279 | £925,883 | £166,300 | £149,405 | 22 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about School Of Hard Knocks
What does School Of Hard Knocks do?
School of Hard Knocks uses sport and other challenging activities to help participants re-engage with school or find employment. All of our courses seek to develop a sense of citizenship and work towards improvement in mental and physical health and wellbeing. Other objectives include: Reduced crime, money management, career planning, increased confidence and increased personal responsibility.
How much income did School Of Hard Knocks report in 2025?
School Of Hard Knocks reported total income of £1.35m and reported expenditure of £1.32m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is School Of Hard Knocks?
School Of Hard Knocks has a program ratio of 78.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was School Of Hard Knocks registered as a charity?
School Of Hard Knocks was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 April 2012 as charity number 1147009. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs School Of Hard Knocks?
School Of Hard Knocks is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Cameron. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does School Of Hard Knocks operate?
School Of Hard Knocks operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is School Of Hard Knocks a registered charity?
Yes — School Of Hard Knocks is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147009.
Details
15 Calton Road
EDINBURGH
EH8 8DL
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- 14 May 2026
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