The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools
Also known as: Agbis
The object of the Association is the advancement of education in independent schools. The Association is empowered to give guidance to governing bodies, to speak for them on matters relating to governance of independent schools and to consider the relationship of their members to the general educational interests of the community.
Activities & Mission
The object of the Association is the advancement of education in independent schools. The Association is empowered to give guidance to governing bodies, to speak for them on matters relating to governance of independent schools and to consider the relationship of their members to the general educational interests of the 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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 39% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £969,157 | £829,061 | £829,061 | £700,556 | £696,518 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £859,801 | £777,903 | £777,903 | £531,645 | £530,242 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £760,651 | £735,362 | £735,362 | £431,464 | £414,446 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £633,973 | £609,856 | £609,856 | £412,153 | £372,810 | 7 / 0 |
| 2020 | £606,596 | £628,922 | £628,922 | £360,193 | £299,952 | 7 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools
What does The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools do?
The object of the Association is the advancement of education in independent schools. The Association is empowered to give guidance to governing bodies, to speak for them on matters relating to governance of independent schools and to consider the relationship of their members to the general educational interests of the community.
How much income did The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools report in 2024?
The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools reported total income of £969k and reported expenditure of £829k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools?
The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools has a program ratio of 85.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 39% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools registered as a charity?
The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 March 2005 as charity number 1108756. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools?
The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Charlotte Jane Marten. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools operate?
The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools a registered charity?
Yes — The Association Of Governing Bodies Of Independent Schools is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1108756.
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AL6 9LY
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Sectors & Classifications
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- 14 May 2026
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- How metrics are calculated