The A S Neill Summerhill Trust
To provide bursaries to families of children so that they can attend Summerhill School. To promote the work & writings of A S Neill.
Activities & Mission
To provide bursaries to families of children so that they can attend Summerhill School. To promote the work & writings of A S Neill.
Grants
The A S Neill Summerhill Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £18,045
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £63,955 | £18,045 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £10,708 | £16,835 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £18,308 | £34,199 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £28,691 | £37,156 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £36,751 | £17,682 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The A S Neill Summerhill Trust
What does The A S Neill Summerhill Trust do?
To provide bursaries to families of children so that they can attend Summerhill School. To promote the work & writings of A S Neill.
How much income did The A S Neill Summerhill Trust report in 2025?
The A S Neill Summerhill Trust reported total income of £64k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The A S Neill Summerhill Trust registered as a charity?
The A S Neill Summerhill Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 December 2001 as charity number 1089804. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs The A S Neill Summerhill Trust?
The A S Neill Summerhill Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The A S Neill Summerhill Trust operate?
The A S Neill Summerhill Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The A S Neill Summerhill Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The A S Neill Summerhill Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1089804.
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- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated