Teach First
Teach First is a charity working for equality of education throughout England and Wales. In order to work towards this the charity is building a movement of leaders who are changing lives within classrooms, schools and across society.
Activities & Mission
Teach First is a charity working for equality of education throughout England and Wales. In order to work towards this the charity is building a movement of leaders who are changing lives within classrooms, schools and across society.
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
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 | £58,316,000 | £58,688,000 | £56,896,000 | £6,584,000 | £6,384,000 | 928 / 540 |
| 2024 | £58,181,000 | £61,773,000 | £58,864,000 | £7,508,000 | £6,400,000 | 1069 / 610 |
| 2023 | £63,476,000 | £64,828,000 | £61,591,000 | £11,100,000 | £10,600,000 | 951 / 660 |
| 2022 | £67,725,000 | £67,288,000 | £64,757,000 | £12,453,000 | £11,600,000 | 821 / 831 |
| 2021 | £70,019,000 | £69,763,000 | £67,228,000 | £12,016,000 | £11,300,000 | 814 / 630 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Teach First
What does Teach First do?
Teach First is a charity working for equality of education throughout England and Wales. In order to work towards this the charity is building a movement of leaders who are changing lives within classrooms, schools and across society.
How much income did Teach First report in 2025?
Teach First reported total income of £58.32m and reported expenditure of £58.69m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Teach First registered as a charity?
Teach First was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 July 2003 as charity number 1098294. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Teach First?
Teach First is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Teach First operate?
Teach First operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Teach First a registered charity?
Yes — Teach First is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098294.
Details
6 Mitre Passage
Greenwich
LONDON
SE10 0ER
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- 30 July 2026
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