Terra Nova School Trust Limited
Also known as: Terra Nova School
The School's aim as an educational charity for children is to benefit the public by providing first class education, independent of the State system. A day school, with boarding facilities, which aims for the highest quality of academic tuition and the development of sporting, artistic and social skills. The School also makes available its facilities to members of the local community.
Activities & Mission
The School's aim as an educational charity for children is to benefit the public by providing first class education, independent of the State system. A day school, with boarding facilities, which aims for the highest quality of academic tuition and the development of sporting, artistic and social skills. The School also makes available its facilities to members of the local community.
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 85% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 71% 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 | £3,418,923 | £3,634,718 | £3,634,718 | £1,194,640 | £955,226 | 75 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,871,975 | £3,867,897 | £3,867,897 | £1,410,435 | £1,154,601 | 77 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,443,371 | £3,877,130 | £3,860,790 | £1,406,359 | £1,145,071 | 75 / 15 |
| 2022 | £3,879,727 | £4,555,192 | £4,549,317 | £1,839,835 | £1,839,835 | 82 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,517,103 | £3,605,419 | £6,512 | £2,475,681 | £2,180,950 | 79 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Terra Nova School Trust Limited
What does Terra Nova School Trust Limited do?
The School's aim as an educational charity for children is to benefit the public by providing first class education, independent of the State system. A day school, with boarding facilities, which aims for the highest quality of academic tuition and the development of sporting, artistic and social skills. The School also makes available its facilities to members of the local community.
How much income did Terra Nova School Trust Limited report in 2025?
Terra Nova School Trust Limited reported total income of £3.42m and reported expenditure of £3.63m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Terra Nova School Trust Limited?
Terra Nova School Trust Limited has a program ratio of 106.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 85% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Terra Nova School Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Terra Nova School Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 January 1963 as charity number 525919. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Terra Nova School Trust Limited?
Terra Nova School Trust Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Eleanor Jayne Lees-Jones. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Terra Nova School Trust Limited operate?
Terra Nova School Trust Limited operates in Cheshire East, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Terra Nova School Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Terra Nova School Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 525919.
Details
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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