St Chad's College Durham
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION, LEARNING, RELIGION AND RESEARCH WITHIN THE COLLEGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND;TO PROVIDE A COLLEGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM WHEREIN THEY MAY WORK FOR DEGREES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM (INCLUDING, IN PARTICULAR, ADVANCING THE EDUCATION, SPIRITUAL AND MORAL WELFARE OF STUDENTS ENROLLED AT THE COLLEGE).
Activities & Mission
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION, LEARNING, RELIGION AND RESEARCH WITHIN THE COLLEGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND;TO PROVIDE A COLLEGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM WHEREIN THEY MAY WORK FOR DEGREES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM (INCLUDING, IN PARTICULAR, ADVANCING THE EDUCATION, SPIRITUAL AND MORAL WELFARE OF STUDENTS ENROLLED AT THE COLLEGE).
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 18% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% 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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Financial Trend
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2016 — Chaplaincy to the Arts and Recreation (organisation 3948881)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,771,316 | £3,213,271 | £2,894,751 | £15,182,556 | £1,905,224 | 70 / 56 |
| 2023 | £3,483,453 | £2,826,356 | £2,530,005 | £14,422,074 | £9,512 | 62 / 55 |
| 2022 | £5,054,850 | £2,460,645 | £2,234,269 | £16,312,045 | £134,295 | 62 / 55 |
| 2021 | £2,341,131 | £2,261,887 | £2,136,341 | £13,786,757 | £17,972 | 51 / 55 |
| 2020 | £2,302,437 | £2,135,282 | £2,105,010 | £13,650,890 | £1,209,866 | 38 / 56 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about St Chad's College Durham
What does St Chad's College Durham do?
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION, LEARNING, RELIGION AND RESEARCH WITHIN THE COLLEGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND;TO PROVIDE A COLLEGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM WHEREIN THEY MAY WORK FOR DEGREES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM (INCLUDING, IN PARTICULAR, ADVANCING THE EDUCATION, SPIRITUAL AND MORAL WELFARE OF STUDENTS ENROLLED AT THE COLLEGE).
How much income did St Chad's College Durham report in 2024?
St Chad's College Durham reported total income of £3.77m and reported expenditure of £3.21m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is St Chad's College Durham?
St Chad's College Durham has a program ratio of 76.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 18% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was St Chad's College Durham registered as a charity?
St Chad's College Durham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 July 2011 as charity number 1142958. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs St Chad's College Durham?
St Chad's College Durham is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Chad's College Durham operate?
St Chad's College Durham operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Chad's College Durham a registered charity?
Yes — St Chad's College Durham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142958.
Details
18 NORTH BAILEY
DURHAM
DH1 3RH
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- 14 May 2026
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