The Catholic Schools Trust
Also known as: Leweston School Trust, St Antony's - Leweston School Trust
THE CHARITABLE OBJECT IS TO PROVIDE AN INDEPENDENT ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE EDUCATION OF ROMAN CATHOLIC CHILDREN AND THOSE OF OTHER FAITHS OR NONE. ALSO TO PROVIDE CHARITABLE WORKS WHICH ADVANCE THE ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIGION.
Activities & Mission
THE CHARITABLE OBJECT IS TO PROVIDE AN INDEPENDENT ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE EDUCATION OF ROMAN CATHOLIC CHILDREN AND THOSE OF OTHER FAITHS OR NONE. ALSO TO PROVIDE CHARITABLE WORKS WHICH ADVANCE THE ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIGION.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% 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
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 | £9,935,288 | £10,392,007 | £9,954,715 | £1,462,668 | £962,458 | 204 / 0 |
| 2023 | £9,037,170 | £8,992,885 | £8,504,339 | £1,919,387 | £1,419,177 | 202 / 6 |
| 2022 | £7,478,109 | £7,484,997 | £7,402,033 | £2,183,612 | £1,435,357 | 187 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,265,167 | £7,002,418 | £0 | £2,672,818 | £377,856 | 180 / 0 |
| 2020 | £5,075,116 | £5,900,355 | £5,514,523 | £2,786,907 | £2,286,697 | 157 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Catholic Schools Trust
What does The Catholic Schools Trust do?
THE CHARITABLE OBJECT IS TO PROVIDE AN INDEPENDENT ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE EDUCATION OF ROMAN CATHOLIC CHILDREN AND THOSE OF OTHER FAITHS OR NONE. ALSO TO PROVIDE CHARITABLE WORKS WHICH ADVANCE THE ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIGION.
How much income did The Catholic Schools Trust report in 2024?
The Catholic Schools Trust reported total income of £9.94m and reported expenditure of £10.39m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Catholic Schools Trust?
The Catholic Schools Trust has a program ratio of 100.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Catholic Schools Trust registered as a charity?
The Catholic Schools Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 September 1986 as charity number 295175. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs The Catholic Schools Trust?
The Catholic Schools Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Hugh Anthony Hayama Dickinson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Catholic Schools Trust operate?
The Catholic Schools Trust operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Catholic Schools Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Catholic Schools Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 295175.
Details
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DT9 6EN
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Also Known As
- Leweston School Trust
- St Antony's - Leweston School Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated