The British School At Rome
The British School at Rome is a centre of interdisciplinary research excellence in the Mediterranean supporting the full range of arts , humanities and social sciences . We create an environment for work of international standing and impact from Britain and the Commonwealth , and a bridge into the intellectual heart of Rome and Italy .
Activities & Mission
The British School at Rome is a centre of interdisciplinary research excellence in the Mediterranean supporting the full range of arts , humanities and social sciences . We create an environment for work of international standing and impact from Britain and the Commonwealth , and a bridge into the intellectual heart of Rome and Italy .
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 40% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 34% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,735,000 | £2,664,000 | £2,598,679 | £3,879,000 | £2,631,000 | 30 / 1 |
| 2024 | £2,576,000 | £2,310,000 | £2,223,000 | £3,716,000 | £2,998,000 | 30 / 1 |
| 2023 | £2,578,000 | £2,579,000 | £2,463,000 | £3,127,000 | £2,527,000 | 29 / 1 |
| 2022 | £2,074,000 | £2,147,000 | £2,093,000 | £3,195,000 | £2,623,000 | 29 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,533,000 | £2,418,000 | £2,352,000 | £3,070,000 | £2,623,000 | 29 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The British School At Rome
What does The British School At Rome do?
The British School at Rome is a centre of interdisciplinary research excellence in the Mediterranean supporting the full range of arts , humanities and social sciences . We create an environment for work of international standing and impact from Britain and the Commonwealth , and a bridge into the intellectual heart of Rome and Italy .
How much income did The British School At Rome report in 2025?
The British School At Rome reported total income of £2.73m and reported expenditure of £2.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British School At Rome?
The British School At Rome has a program ratio of 95.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British School At Rome registered as a charity?
The British School At Rome was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 March 1963 as charity number 314176. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The British School At Rome?
The British School At Rome is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Harris Getty KBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British School At Rome operate?
The British School At Rome operates in Italy, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The British School At Rome a registered charity?
Yes — The British School At Rome is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 314176.
Details
10 Carlton House Terrace
London
SW1Y 5AH
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- 14 May 2026
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