The Bell Educational Trust Limited
Also known as: Bell International
Creating opportunity, changing lives and overcoming disadvantage through language education.We work with partners on innovation, research, training and practical interventions. By generating and applying evidence, we aim to change practice, policy and systems for children, adults and communities in the UK disadvantaged through language.
Activities & Mission
Creating opportunity, changing lives and overcoming disadvantage through language education.We work with partners on innovation, research, training and practical interventions. By generating and applying evidence, we aim to change practice, policy and systems for children, adults and communities in the UK disadvantaged through language.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 94% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1170). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% 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
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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,607,786 | £2,683,375 | £2,050,746 | £44,975,069 | £44,975,069 | 28 / 0 |
| 2024 | £15,567,109 | £16,695,638 | £1,920,770 | £44,218,962 | £44,218,676 | 203 / 0 |
| 2023 | £15,031,320 | £15,074,076 | £1,568,784 | £42,020,887 | £42,020,597 | 189 / 0 |
| 2022 | £10,083,081 | £11,079,076 | £1,620,177 | £39,808,365 | £39,808,365 | 152 / 0 |
| 2021 | £5,709,924 | £8,304,534 | £1,754,500 | £43,851,020 | £43,850,730 | 125 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bell Educational Trust Limited
What does The Bell Educational Trust Limited do?
Creating opportunity, changing lives and overcoming disadvantage through language education.We work with partners on innovation, research, training and practical interventions. By generating and applying evidence, we aim to change practice, policy and systems for children, adults and communities in the UK disadvantaged through language.
How much income did The Bell Educational Trust Limited report in 2025?
The Bell Educational Trust Limited reported total income of £1.61m and reported expenditure of £2.68m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Bell Educational Trust Limited?
The Bell Educational Trust Limited has a program ratio of 127.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 94% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1170 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Bell Educational Trust Limited registered as a charity?
The Bell Educational Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 1973 as charity number 311585. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs The Bell Educational Trust Limited?
The Bell Educational Trust Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Radha Rupa Chakraborty. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bell Educational Trust Limited operate?
The Bell Educational Trust Limited operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Bell Educational Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Bell Educational Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 311585.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated