South Lee School Limited
Also known as: South Lee School
South Lee School was established in 1961 by a group of parents, to carry on and develop an independent preparatory day school to provide first class education for the children of Bury St Edmunds, the county of Suffolk and adjacent counties.
Activities & Mission
South Lee School was established in 1961 by a group of parents, to carry on and develop an independent preparatory day school to provide first class education for the children of Bury St Edmunds, the county of Suffolk and adjacent counties.
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
Higher than 80% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,800,653 | £1,856,378 | £1,855,778 | £927,984 | £897,131 | 56 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,505,639 | £1,698,514 | £1,697,698 | £983,709 | £951,622 | 48 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,536,577 | £1,694,798 | £1,690,713 | £1,176,584 | £1,147,773 | 45 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,454,795 | £1,651,657 | £1,649,356 | £1,334,805 | £1,302,939 | 51 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,440,395 | £1,942,317 | £1,942,317 | £1,531,667 | £1,499,004 | 55 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about South Lee School Limited
What does South Lee School Limited do?
South Lee School was established in 1961 by a group of parents, to carry on and develop an independent preparatory day school to provide first class education for the children of Bury St Edmunds, the county of Suffolk and adjacent counties.
How much income did South Lee School Limited report in 2024?
South Lee School Limited reported total income of £1.80m and reported expenditure of £1.86m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is South Lee School Limited?
South Lee School Limited has a program ratio of 103.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 80% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was South Lee School Limited registered as a charity?
South Lee School Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 1961 as charity number 310491. It has been registered for 65 years.
Who runs South Lee School Limited?
South Lee School Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN ROBERT HONEYWOOD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does South Lee School Limited operate?
South Lee School Limited operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is South Lee School Limited a registered charity?
Yes — South Lee School Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 310491.
Details
NOWTON ROAD
BURY ST. EDMUNDS
IP33 2BT
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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