The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music
Also known as: Abrsm
ABRSM motivates musical achievement through internationally recognised examination and assessment of students, professional development of teachers and provision of published resources and online learning via its websites, apps and audio and video resources. ABRSM makes significant donations towards music education each year including scholarships to the four Royal Schools of Music.
Activities & Mission
ABRSM motivates musical achievement through internationally recognised examination and assessment of students, professional development of teachers and provision of published resources and online learning via its websites, apps and audio and video resources. ABRSM makes significant donations towards music education each year including scholarships to the four Royal Schools of Music.
Grants
The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2026)
- £439,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 61% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 75). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 88% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £51,591,000 | £53,550,000 | £47,738,000 | £24,364,000 | £15,343,000 | 211 / 161 |
| 2025 | £50,899,000 | £46,184,000 | £39,529,000 | £27,428,000 | £18,429,000 | 197 / 160 |
| 2024 | £48,890,000 | £41,909,000 | £36,134,000 | £23,502,000 | £14,570,000 | 191 / 175 |
| 2023 | £45,529,000 | £38,179,000 | £32,260,000 | £17,168,000 | £9,702,000 | 182 / 192 |
| 2022 | £42,498,000 | £35,188,000 | £29,184,000 | £7,929,000 | £4,732,000 | 178 / 194 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music
What does The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music do?
ABRSM motivates musical achievement through internationally recognised examination and assessment of students, professional development of teachers and provision of published resources and online learning via its websites, apps and audio and video resources. ABRSM makes significant donations towards music education each year including scholarships to the four Royal Schools of Music.
How much income did The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music report in 2026?
The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music reported total income of £51.59m and reported expenditure of £53.55m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music?
The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music has a program ratio of 92.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 61% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 75 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music registered as a charity?
The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 July 1985 as charity number 292182. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music?
The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Antony John HALES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music operate?
The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music operates across 91 areas, including Andorra, Anguilla, Antigua And Barbuda and 88 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music a registered charity?
Yes — The Associated Board Of The Royal Schools Of Music is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 292182.
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Also Known As
- Abrsm
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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