Step By Step School Limited
Also known as: Step by Step: a School for Autistic Children Limited
Step by Step School is registered as an independent special day school for pupils with autism, over the age range 4-19
Activities & Mission
Step by Step School is registered as an independent special day school for pupils with autism, over the age range 4-19
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 69% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 52% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,982,460 | £2,589,241 | £2,587,260 | £2,761,220 | £1,568,885 | 70 / 1 |
| 2024 | £2,678,738 | £2,371,711 | £2,370,801 | £2,368,001 | £1,154,714 | 70 / 1 |
| 2023 | £2,265,105 | £2,199,529 | £2,194,688 | £2,060,974 | £836,376 | 70 / 3 |
| 2022 | £2,332,667 | £2,139,130 | £2,135,807 | £1,995,398 | £1,806,734 | 69 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,354,240 | £2,025,793 | £2,024,738 | £1,801,861 | £1,593,437 | 71 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Step By Step School Limited
What does Step By Step School Limited do?
Step by Step School is registered as an independent special day school for pupils with autism, over the age range 4-19
How much income did Step By Step School Limited report in 2025?
Step By Step School Limited reported total income of £2.98m and reported expenditure of £2.59m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Step By Step School Limited?
Step By Step School Limited has a program ratio of 86.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Step By Step School Limited registered as a charity?
Step By Step School Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 March 2002 as charity number 1091258. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Step By Step School Limited?
Step By Step School Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Step By Step School Limited operate?
Step By Step School Limited operates across 8 areas, including Bexley, Bromley, Croydon and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Step By Step School Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Step By Step School Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091258.
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Also Known As
- Step by Step: a School for Autistic Children Limited
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- 14 May 2026
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