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The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited

Also known as: The Acorn School

A school for the fulltime education of children from 6 to 19 covering a broad curriculum. We seek to enable children to grow naturally, without unnecessary outside pressures, and so become well-rounded young adults. By cultivating individual growth in the three core areas of Thinking, Feeling, and Willing, we are able to help our students to become confident and conscientious achievers.

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Activities & Mission

A school for the fulltime education of children from 6 to 19 covering a broad curriculum. We seek to enable children to grow naturally, without unnecessary outside pressures, and so become well-rounded young adults. By cultivating individual growth in the three core areas of Thinking, Feeling, and Willing, we are able to help our students to become confident and conscientious achievers.

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

Latest Income
£965,226
Latest Expenditure
£901,606

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 93.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £21,453
Charitable Activities £940,801
Other Trading £0
Investments £2,972
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £900,074
Raising Funds £1,532
Governance £7,450
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£965,226
£901,606£900,074£70,026£45,05325 / 10
2024
£394,558
£388,1520 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited

What does The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited do?

A school for the fulltime education of children from 6 to 19 covering a broad curriculum. We seek to enable children to grow naturally, without unnecessary outside pressures, and so become well-rounded young adults. By cultivating individual growth in the three core areas of Thinking, Feeling, and Willing, we are able to help our students to become confident and conscientious achievers.

How much income did The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited report in 2025?

The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited reported total income of £965k and reported expenditure of £902k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited registered as a charity?

The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 September 2023 as charity number 1204957. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited?

The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr MARIO MICHAEL PETERS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited operate?

The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Acorn School Educational Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204957.

Details

Address
ACORN SCHOOL
CHURCH STREET
NAILSWORTH
STROUD
GL6 0BP
Registration Date
27 September 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5227915
Charity Number
1204957

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Trustees

Dr MARIO MICHAEL PETERS Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
IAN POTTS
Lucy De Havas
Theresa Sansome

Also Known As

  • The Acorn School

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