The Central Foundation Schools Of London
The provision and maintenance of a day school for girls and a day school for boys in London.Providing special benefits for the school of an kind not normally provided by the Local Education AuthorityAwarding exhibitions, bursaries or maintenance allowances tenable at any approved place of higher education.In otherwise promoting the education (incl social & physical training) of beneficiaries
Activities & Mission
The provision and maintenance of a day school for girls and a day school for boys in London.Providing special benefits for the school of an kind not normally provided by the Local Education AuthorityAwarding exhibitions, bursaries or maintenance allowances tenable at any approved place of higher education.In otherwise promoting the education (incl social & physical training) of beneficiaries
Grants
The Central Foundation Schools Of London is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £1,676,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 731). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% 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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,740,000 | £3,666,000 | £3,442,000 | £138,609,000 | £9,675,000 | 2 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,843,000 | £3,709,000 | £3,508,000 | £140,365,000 | £10,724,000 | 3 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,403,000 | £2,532,000 | £2,313,000 | £140,330,000 | £11,472,000 | 2 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,294,000 | £2,412,000 | £2,199,000 | £139,705,000 | £11,887,000 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,908,000 | £2,308,000 | £2,117,000 | £138,179,000 | £11,068,000 | 2 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Central Foundation Schools Of London
What does The Central Foundation Schools Of London do?
The provision and maintenance of a day school for girls and a day school for boys in London.Providing special benefits for the school of an kind not normally provided by the Local Education AuthorityAwarding exhibitions, bursaries or maintenance allowances tenable at any approved place of higher education.In otherwise promoting the education (incl social & physical training) of beneficiaries
How much income did The Central Foundation Schools Of London report in 2025?
The Central Foundation Schools Of London reported total income of £1.74m and reported expenditure of £3.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Central Foundation Schools Of London?
The Central Foundation Schools Of London has a program ratio of 197.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 731 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Central Foundation Schools Of London registered as a charity?
The Central Foundation Schools Of London was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 April 1964 as charity number 312695. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Central Foundation Schools Of London?
The Central Foundation Schools Of London is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Central Foundation Schools Of London operate?
The Central Foundation Schools Of London operates across 3 areas: City Of London, Islington and Tower Hamlets.
Is The Central Foundation Schools Of London a registered charity?
Yes — The Central Foundation Schools Of London is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312695.
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Other notable Education charities
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated