The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education
Also known as: Clpe
Work with all those who are involved in literacy teaching in schools, the publishing industry and the wider system in the UK. Provide training, resources and support to develop and research the teaching of literacy and knowledge about children's literature. Increase awareness effective and creative literacy teaching to influence policy and practice to raise the achievement of children.
Activities & Mission
Work with all those who are involved in literacy teaching in schools, the publishing industry and the wider system in the UK. Provide training, resources and support to develop and research the teaching of literacy and knowledge about children's literature. Increase awareness effective and creative literacy teaching to influence policy and practice to raise the achievement of children.
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 86% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,167,283 | £1,264,131 | £1,264,131 | £25,659 | £14,885 | 16 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,336,908 | £1,529,146 | £1,529,146 | £122,507 | £92,101 | 20 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,366,908 | £1,495,617 | £1,495,617 | £315,198 | £231,106 | 21 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,395,220 | £1,352,817 | £1,352,817 | £443,907 | £368,124 | 20 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,540,308 | £1,428,463 | £1,428,463 | £401,504 | £741 | 20 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education
What does The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education do?
Work with all those who are involved in literacy teaching in schools, the publishing industry and the wider system in the UK. Provide training, resources and support to develop and research the teaching of literacy and knowledge about children's literature. Increase awareness effective and creative literacy teaching to influence policy and practice to raise the achievement of children.
How much income did The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education report in 2024?
The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education reported total income of £1.17m and reported expenditure of £1.26m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education?
The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education has a program ratio of 108.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education registered as a charity?
The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2002 as charity number 1092698. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education?
The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Catherine Rose. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education operate?
The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education a registered charity?
Yes — The Centre For Literacy In Primary Education is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1092698.
Details
EDUCATION
WEBBER STREET
LONDON
SE1 8QW
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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