St Columba's College And Preparatory School
The Charity provides education in St Albans to boys and girls from the ages of 4 to 18. It promotes the intellectual, social, moral and spiritual development of young people within a school community rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition. The Charity actively supports schools of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, especially through an annual work projects.
Activities & Mission
The Charity provides education in St Albans to boys and girls from the ages of 4 to 18. It promotes the intellectual, social, moral and spiritual development of young people within a school community rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition. The Charity actively supports schools of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, especially through an annual work projects.
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 78% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 79% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 73% of UK Education charities with income over £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 | £15,548,872 | £15,481,393 | £15,437,731 | £13,481,221 | £1,626,003 | 177 / 0 |
| 2023 | £13,896,949 | £13,938,528 | £13,896,432 | £13,328,135 | £1,294,104 | 187 / 0 |
| 2022 | £11,862,294 | £11,801,880 | £11,789,272 | £13,369,714 | £2,541,472 | 174 / 0 |
| 2021 | £11,281,524 | £10,811,617 | £10,804,785 | £13,309,300 | £13,156,791 | 160 / 0 |
| 2020 | £11,586,773 | £10,903,404 | £10,813,705 | £12,839,393 | £12,676,320 | 161 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about St Columba's College And Preparatory School
What does St Columba's College And Preparatory School do?
The Charity provides education in St Albans to boys and girls from the ages of 4 to 18. It promotes the intellectual, social, moral and spiritual development of young people within a school community rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition. The Charity actively supports schools of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, especially through an annual work projects.
How much income did St Columba's College And Preparatory School report in 2024?
St Columba's College And Preparatory School reported total income of £15.55m and reported expenditure of £15.48m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is St Columba's College And Preparatory School?
St Columba's College And Preparatory School has a program ratio of 99.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was St Columba's College And Preparatory School registered as a charity?
St Columba's College And Preparatory School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 September 2001 as charity number 1088480. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs St Columba's College And Preparatory School?
St Columba's College And Preparatory School is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Columba's College And Preparatory School operate?
St Columba's College And Preparatory School operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Columba's College And Preparatory School a registered charity?
Yes — St Columba's College And Preparatory School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088480.
Details
8-10 King Harry Lane
St. Albans
AL3 4AW
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