St Edward's School
The objects of the Charity are, for the benefit of the public, to promote and provide for the advancement of education of children and young people, in particular by providing, conducting, governing, carrying on and maintaining in the United Kingdom, or elsewhere, a boarding and/or day school, or schools.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Charity are, for the benefit of the public, to promote and provide for the advancement of education of children and young people, in particular by providing, conducting, governing, carrying on and maintaining in the United Kingdom, or elsewhere, a boarding and/or day school, or schools.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 322). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Beneficiary group 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £41,054,000 | £37,442,000 | £35,982,000 | £72,440,000 | £39,135,000 | 550 / 0 |
| 2024 | £37,955,000 | £36,080,000 | £34,699,000 | £68,395,000 | £68,395,000 | 536 / 0 |
| 2023 | £32,541,000 | £32,864,000 | £32,672,000 | £66,048,000 | £0 | 512 / 0 |
| 2022 | £29,677,000 | £28,811,000 | £28,681,000 | £71,009,000 | £0 | 499 / 0 |
| 2021 | £25,696,000 | £26,114,000 | £25,965,000 | £70,601,000 | £1,783,000 | 478 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about St Edward's School
What does St Edward's School do?
The objects of the Charity are, for the benefit of the public, to promote and provide for the advancement of education of children and young people, in particular by providing, conducting, governing, carrying on and maintaining in the United Kingdom, or elsewhere, a boarding and/or day school, or schools.
How much income did St Edward's School report in 2025?
St Edward's School reported total income of £41.05m and reported expenditure of £37.44m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is St Edward's School?
St Edward's School has a program ratio of 87.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 322 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was St Edward's School registered as a charity?
St Edward's School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 March 1963 as charity number 309681. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs St Edward's School?
St Edward's School is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mr Chris Jones. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Edward's School operate?
St Edward's School operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Edward's School a registered charity?
Yes — St Edward's School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 309681.
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Data & trust
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- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated